Press Room Archive

The Twelve - Luxury at the gateway to Connemara
On first entering The Twelve, I fell in love - and I was still only in the lift, writes Collette Devlin. ...Read more»
Published: 04 December 2008
Business and Finance
West where you awake ...Read more»
Published: 19 February 2007
Irish Tatler
twelve out of ten! ...Read more»
Published: 19 February 2007
Hot Shots
Hot Shots 2007! ...Read more»
Published: 19 February 2007
Food and Wine - Feb issue
12 times tables ...Read more»
Published: 19 February 2007
The Irish Times - Wet bars and black net curtains: chic-er by the dozen in Twelve
Room Service: The Twelve, a new boutique-style hotel in Co Galway, gets a high score for comfort and decor, writes Bernice Harrison. ...Read more»
Published: 11 August 2007
Wedding Journal
twelve out of ten! …Read more» Published: 19May 2007 ...Read more»
Published: 19 May 2007
Sunderland Thank You Letter 2007
Sunderland Letter ...Read more»
Published: 28 August 2007
Food and Wine Magazine
Party into The West ...Read more»
Published: 05 September 2007
House and Home
Inspiring space at The Twelve ...Read more»
Published: 05 September 2007
A Jazzy weekend
City AM - UK Newspaper ...Read more»
Published: 11 September 2007
Bury Times
Bury Times - UK Newspaper ...Read more»
Published: 04 October 2007
Gazette Getaway
Gazette Getaway - UK Newspaper ...Read more»
Published: 10 October 2007
Womans Way
Womans Way ...Read more»
Published: 23 October 2007
Glorious Galway
Evening Chronicle - UK Newspaper ...Read more»
Published: 05 November 2007
Irelands sexiest hotels
The Observer, Irelands sexiest hotels ...Read more»
Published: 05 November 2007
Holiday in Ireland
‘Alltheinfo’ blog … ...Read more»
Published: 13 November 2007
Sexiest Hotels
The Irish World.com ...Read more»
Published: 14 November 2007
Irish hotspots
Property & Travel magazine ...Read more»
Published: 15 November 2007
Irish Independent review of The Twelve
Irish Independent Broadsheet-Weekend, 29/03/2008. Why go now This pocket of stylish elegance is perfectly perched at the gateway to Ireland’s wild west. ...Read more»
Published: 29 March 2008
Galway Now Magazine review
It’s always great to see new beauty venues in the city and The Twelve have come up trumps with their glorious in-room treatments. ...Read more»
Published: 01 April 2008
The Twelve Win Wine of Year Award
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Published: 07 November 2008
Art with a twist
Galway Now review ...Read more»
Published: 01 November 2008
Twelve a Hit for New Years Eve!!
The Twelve Hotel was voted by the Irish Independent as one of the top places in Ireland to ring in the New Year. The Twelve entered the list at number 4. ...Read more»
Published: 18 December 2008
Social and Personal Living
The Twelve - Where Weddings are a Piece of Cake
Begin forever with a sweet send-off from the award-winning Twelve Hotel. Book your wedding day at The Twelve, Galway, and we will work directly with you to craft the decadent cake of your dreams and then have it presented as the complimentary centrepiece on your special day. See our Wedding section for further details. ...Read more»
Published: 23 February 2009
Wedding Fair at The Twelve
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Published: 26 February 2009
Beeing Uplifted
Elevation Blues Band at the Twelve ...Read more»
Published: 06 May 2009
The Twelve Bearna Continues Its Winning Ways
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Published: 08 May 2009
Go Last Minute
The Twelve offers a family deal ...Read more»
Published: 08 May 2009
The Girly Break
The Twelve Hotel, Bearna Co. Galway offers the best of both worlds; situated in in a small village with rambling walks and views out over the Connemara coastline ...Read more»
Published: 15 May 2009
Glamorous Galway
In less than two months time, schools out for summer. With more people going doen the “staycations route”, many hotels have risen to the challenge and there’s now a good selection of carefully thought out family packages available.   ...Read more»
Published: 16 May 2009
Irish Restaurant Awards 2009
Short list announced in the Santa Rita / LIFE Magazine Irish Restaurant Awards 2009 ...Read more»
Published: 16 May 2009
RTE Review
Staying at the Twelve Hotel in Bearna gives you a chance to experience the best of both sides of Galway life as it is located at the gateway to Connemara, while being no more than a 10-minute drive from the centre of Galway city. ...Read more»
Published: 23 June 2009
The Twelve Races

You’re Not At The Races if You’re Not At The Twelve.

The Galway Races are the highlight of Galway’s social calendar, but it’s not always as glamorous as it may seem….drinking from a plastic cup as you get your high heels stuck in the mucky ground and try to shield your ‘just out of the salon’ hair from the brutal wind and rain that is often the norm for our Irish Summer! Where’s the fun in that?

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Published: 20 July 2009
Mini Treats at The Twelve
Focusing their attention on meetings, The Twelve in Bearna have created a series of packages to ensure that your work get togethers are anything but boring! ...Read more»
Published: 24 July 2009
On the Move Appointments......
Katie Dempsey, Sales Event and Fun Manager at The Twelve. ...Read more»
Published: 23 July 2009
The Ideal Getaway
The Twelve Hotel, located just outside Galway in the village of Bearna, is currently offering inspired deals tailored for couples and families… ...Read more»
Published: 20 July 2009
Home and away - When the Holiday Bug Bites
Where some of the best know names in Galway like to go to chill out… ...Read more»
Published: 06 August 2009
Top 50 Venues
The Twelve opened in March 2007 to rave reviews. Over the past 2 years, it has captured the hearts and minds of many as well as winning numerous awards….. ...Read more»
Published: 06 August 2009
Famous Five Chef Choice
Agenda asked five of Ireland’s top chefs for their recipes for the perfect weekend lunch..  ...Read more»
Published: 06 August 2009
WEST RESTAURANT NOMINATED FOR A SUPER SIX FOOD and WINE MAGAZINE AWARDS
West restaurant, at the multi-award winning Twelve Hotel, Bearna has been nominated for an impressive 6 awards at the renowned FOOD & WINE Magazine Edward Dillon Restaurant of the Year Awards 2009. ...Read more»
Published: 21 August 2009
Innovative Taste at West
Mourning the end of the Summer? Well why not make the most of the time that’s left by indulging in a girly dinner at the West restaurant at The Twelve Hotel ...Read more»
Published: 24 August 2009
Magical Getaway Destination
Hotel review by Fiona Heavey - Leitrim Observer
You can’t beat a weekend in Galway city can you? Well, actually you can,you can beat it by staying just outside of Galway city in The Twelve, a boutique hotel located at the gateway to Connemara and situated in the midst of the rugged Gealtacht. ...Read more»
Published: 16 October 2009
New Years Eve @ The Twelve
A Feast for the Senses - Celebrate New Years Eve at The multi award winning Twelve Hotel Galway

New Years Eve in the City can be such a let down: long queues for clubs; overcrowded pubs where it’s impossible to get to the bar to buy an overpriced drink, and frostbite as a result of standing in the freezing cold for an hour or more while trying to hail a taxi to take you home! Escape to the West for a couple of days over New Years, where the team at The Twelve Hotel in Bearna, Galway will pamper and spoil you, ensuring that you start 2010 with a huge smile on your face! ...Read more»
Published: 11 December 2009
Innovative approach lands marketing award for NUIG
THE National University of Ireland, Galway was named the Overall Winner in the Marketing Institute of Ireland West Region’s Annual Awards at a gala awards luncheon attended by over 160 people in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Galway, last week ...Read more»
Published: 14 December 2009
November Wedding Celebrations in Barna
Aideen and Patrick Ford who celebrated their wedding day In beautiful Barna at The Twelve Hotel Nov. 27th. ...Read more»
Published: 14 December 2009
Innovative approach lands marketing award for NUIG
THE National University of Ireland, Galway was named the Overall Winner in the Marketing Institute of Ireland West Region’s Annual Awards at a gala awards luncheon attended by over 160 people in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Galway yesterday. They win a bumper €30,000 ...Read more»
Published: 08 December 2009
Drink and drive in style
Get prepared for the new Road Traffic Bill with a ‘driver’s glass of wine’ at The Twelve hotel in the Irish-speaking seaside village of Bearna, just 10 minutes from Galway city. This allows you a taste of some fabulous wines while staying inside the new drink driving limits to be introduced - eventually. The driver’s glass is a 4 oz measure of wine. ...Read more»
Published: 01 December 2009
The Twelve - Leading the Way down the Aisle
The Twelve - leading the way down the Aisle. From an intimate family brunch to a sophisticated cocktail buffet or grand reception banquet, let The Twelve, Galway assist you in planning and executing your dream wedding. The Twelve has a.. ...Read more»
Published: 18 November 2009
Hospitality Award winners
The team at The Twelve celebrate their latest success - Winner of The Best Boutique Hotel In Ireland at the National Hospitality Awards. ...Read more»
Published: 06 November 2009
Lung is Ireland's best loved cat
Lung, the rescued cat who was adopted by a Clonmel woman, has won the competition to be named Ireland’s Best Loved Cat! The Siamese cat.. ...Read more»
Published: 21 October 2009
Drink and drive in style
Get prepared for the new Road Traffic Billwith a ‘driver’s glass of wine’ at TheTwelve hotel ...Read more»
Published: 07 January 2010
The Twelve Hotel Galway Ranked as One of World's Best Hotels on Expedia® Insiders' SelectT List
It comes as no surprise that The Twelve Hotel has won yet another prestigious award, this time in the form of the Expedia Insider’s Select List. The boutique hotel in Bearna, Co. Galway already has an abundance of awards under its belt and so this latest achievement comes as a welcome addition to their ever expanding award cabinet!
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Published: 07 May 2010
West Wins Wine Spectator Award
West Restaurant at The Twelve in Galway has won its third Wine Spectator Award, the only one to be awarded in Ireland this year. “Our wine list in West is all about giving people confidence in seleain ...Read more»
Published: 01 July 2010
Peace and Relaxation in the West
Aeneas Bonner finds at least a dozen good reasons to stop at the Twelve Hotel on a visit to the west coast of Ireland…
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Published: 31 July 2010
Sunny daze
Galway girls are so lucky - they’ve got Steve Earls anthem and they’ve got style. This year they’ve even got good weather - it was hot enough to sayshay around Ballybrit this week in these flowery sun dresses……. ...Read more»
Published: 31 July 2010
Hidden Gem
Ten minutes ouside Galway city, in the sleepy seaside town of Bearna, The Twelve Hotel is a skip and a jump from the cultural hub of the City of Tribes and yet feels like a proper country retreat. ...Read more»
Published: 01 August 2010
Just Ask! Cedric Bottarlini Head Chef at the Twelve Hotel Galway
What do you love most about your job? “The reward is immediate when I hear how much our guests have enjoyed my cooking. It’s challenging to remain on top of your game - new suppliers must be constantly sourced, new techniques of cooking constantly introduced and every dish must go out perfect every time. ...Read more»
Published: 01 May 2010
Breakaway - Irish Tatler
While city breaks continue to to thrive, there has been a notable change in where we’re choosing to go and why. During the ‘boom time’, Irish people were adventurous with their extra cash; jetting off to new cities instead of visiting the old reliables like London or Barcelona. Nowadays with airlines providing easy access to both iconic and emerging destinations, it’s a case of combining old and new for Irish jetsetters. ...Read more»
Published: 12 October 2010
Best of the Best in Ireland 2011 - Georgina Campbell's Ireland
The Twelve Hotel makes the list of the Best of the Best places to eat, drink & stay from Georgina Campbell’s Ireland, which includes starred restaurants, deluxe hotels and outstanding pubs… ...Read more»
Published: 21 October 2010
Celebrations for The Twelve Hotel in Bearna
Celebrations for The Twelve Hotel in Bearna as they are named ‘Best Boutique Hotel in Ireland’ ! ...Read more»
Published: 04 November 2010
Yoga Health Treat at The Twelve Hotel - RTE Review
Treat yourself to a November yoga and health retreat at The Twelve boutique hotel in Galway. The Twelve is hosting a three-day retreat (21-24 November) in partnership with experienced Australian yoga and meditation teacher and body therapist Connie McNamee. ...Read more»
Published: 04 November 2010
New tourism forum aims to boost overseas visitors
AER Arann Chairman Padraig O Ceidigh is to lead a new tourism development forum which was established last week to devise a range of measures to boost the number
of overseas visitors to the West of Ireland. ...Read more»
Published: 29 October 2010
Homefront - Check out where we're checking in
The Twelve, Co, Galway. Since The Twelve opened in 2007 the hotel has won countless awards, ...Read more»
Published: 04 November 2010
Irish Tatler
3 of a Kind Great Festive Cocktails at The West Restaurant at The Twelve Hotel ...Read more»
Published: 23 November 2010
The Twelve Hotel on sabrams.com
Tune in to the October 10, 2010 “Travel with Stephanie Abrams!” radio show for an interview with Fergus O’Halloran, General Manager of The Twelve Hotel in Galway, Ireland. ...Read more»
Published: 20 November 2010
Georgina Campbell - Top Wine Destinations
The Twelve Hotel, Barna Village, Co Galway

If ever there was a place to go and indulge in wine, the current favourite has to be The Twelve. ...Read more»
Published: 01 December 2010
The Twelve Nog
Make the perfect cocktail this Christmas season, The Twelve Nog, from the Hotel Catering & Review ...Read more»
Published: 08 December 2010
Who Needs X Factor
I know Ed talked about this last week but it’s going to be so popular, it’s worth mentioning twice, before it books out! The Twelve is surfing the wave of ‘X Factor’ fever with a new ‘Song Birds’ package designed specially for girls who think they can sing. ...Read more»
Published: 17 December 2010
2010 - Thank you
Thank you from The Twelve to all our loyal customers and suppliers. ...Read more»
Published: 01 February 2011
Jazzed about Wine
The Twelve is Jazzed about Wine – continuing the Wine Dinner series with glorious Penfolds wines and great live jazz. The next dinner in the ongoing Wine Dinner series at The Twelve showcases the world famous wines of Penfolds from Australia on Wednesday April 6th Strictly limited to the first 60 Bookings, so early booking naturally advised. ...Read more»
Published: 10 February 2011






         
       
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