Major Irish Hotel Temporarily Closes After Staff Members Test Positive for Covid-19



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One of Ireland’s top hotels confirmed that it will be temporarily closing after staff members tested positive for Covid-19.

The Kingsley Hotel in Cork, which opened last spring to support frontline healthcare workers, confirmed that it was now communicating with the Health Services Executive (HSE) after two staff members tested positive. by the virus.

In a special message, Kingsley General Manager Fergal Harte said the popular hotel was temporarily closing and was working with health officials to ensure all public health protocols are followed.

“In the past few days, two members of our team have tested positive for Covid-19,” he said.

“We are currently working with the HSE and following all the appropriate best practice protocols.

“As a precautionary measure and in the interest of the safety of our staff and guests, we have independently made the decision to close the hotel today for a short period of time.

“We would like to wish the members of the team in question a full and speedy recovery. We would also like to thank our guests and members for their support and understanding at this time.

“We apologize for any inconvenience caused and we look forward to welcoming you back to The Kingsley very soon.

“If you have a reservation with the hotel for the next few days, our reservations team will be in touch with you shortly.”

Notifications of the temporary closure have been posted on all social media platforms.

Part of the prestigious Fota Collection, the 131-room Kingsley Hotel is a popular venue for city breaks, business travelers, weddings and social events.

It closed its doors when the Covid-19 pandemic first struck in March, but reopened to help front-line health personnel, especially doctors and nurses who work long hours at Cork University Hospital and University Hospital. Mercy.

The hotel is located on Carrigrohane Road, overlooking the River Lee, and is close to third-tier hospitals and institutions. It is a popular place for city breaks in Cork.

Before the pandemic, about 60% of the hotel business came from Irish visitors, about 18% from the United States, 12% from the United Kingdom, and about 4% from German, French and Italian tourists.

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