The Stirling Hotel in the Adelaide Hills has been awarded the honour of being named South Australia’s Best Overall Hotel in 2015 at this year’s AHA|SA Hotel Industry Awards for Excellence.
Since its renovation in 2008, The Stirling Hotel has taken out a total of nine awards across all of its major departments, including its accommodation, bistro, retail outlet, functions and restaurant. This year is no exception,
with The Stirling Hotel winning the category of Best Restaurant (joint winner with 2KW).
“The Stirling Hotel has proven yet again that they are well ahead of the game in terms of presentation, innovation, food, beverage and service excellence,” said AHA|SA General Manager Ian Horne.
“The Stirling Hotel is constantly evolving to suit the needs of the consumer. An outstanding and very popular venue with a very high standard across all of its major facets, it is a clear standout and very worthy of this important recognition”.
“Whether it is a casual meal of pizza from the pizza oven in the bistro, or an 8 course degustation in The Grill restaurant, you can be confident you will receive a great experience, every time.”
This year saw the introduction of a new category for Best Small Venue, which acknowledges the quality and popularity of this growing venue type. Clever Little Tailor on Peel Street has won this award, being recognized for
its stylish interiors and charming atmosphere, knowledgeable and friendly bar staff, and impressive range of wines, beer and spirits.
It was a successful night for the RD Jones Group with their recently redeveloped hotels, The Moseley and The Gully Public House & Garden, both winning multiple awards. Highlighting the value in being progressive and
evolving to meet changing customer needs, these venues are stunning examples of contemporary venues which take advantage of their surrounding environments.
But it’s not only just the newest most contemporary venues that were acknowledged at tonight’s awards. The 150 year old Victoria Hotel in Strathalbyn has taken out the award for the Best Bistro Causal Dining – Country. The
judges were impressed with the large menu choice and use of many local products, and also its outstanding customer service. Steeped in history and charm, the Victoria Hotel embodies all that is great about country pubs
and hospitality.
The 2015 AHA|SA Hotel Industry Awards for Excellence was held on Tuesday, July 28, in The Arena, at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre. Over 800 people attended this premier industry event, with entertainment
provided by Anthony Callea, and hosted by Hamish McLachlan.
All winners from the AHA|SA Awards will now go on to compete in the National AHA Awards to be held in Brisbane on September 14, 2015.
WINNERS
2015 AHA|SA AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE
- Mid-Range Accommodation
Sundowner Hotel Motel, Whyalla - Apartment/Suite Accommodation
Miller Apartments Adelaide - Superior Hotel Accommodation
Crowne Plaza Adelaide - Deluxe Hotel Accommodation
The Playford Adelaide - Bistro /Casual Dining – Country
Victoria Hotel, Strathalbyn (Hotel Victor, received a Judges commendation) - Bistro /Casual Dining – Metropolitan
The Moseley Bar & Kitchen, Glenelg Joint Winner
The Highway Joint Winner - Restaurant – Accommodation Division
The Playford Adelaide - Restaurant – General Division
2KW Bar & Restaurant Joint winner
The Stirling Hotel Joint winner - Bar Presentation & Experience – Country
Port Lincoln Hotel - Bar Presentation & Experience – Metropolitan
Publishers Hotel (Apothecary 1878 received a Judges commendation) - Best Outdoor or non-enclosed facility
The Gully Public House and Garden, Tea Tree Gully - Live Music Venue
Governor Hindmarsh Hotel
HALL OF FAME for the 2nd time - Entertainment Venue
The Moseley Bar & Kitchen, Glenelg - Sporting Entertainment Venue
The Highway - Community Service & Support
Vine Inn Barossa, Nuriootpa - Marketing & Promotion – Accommodation Division
Lakes Resort Hotel - Marketing & Promotion – General Division
The Gully Public House & Garden, Tea Tree Gully - Tourism & Regional Promotion
National Wine Centre - Environmental Practice & Energy Efficiency
Crowne Plaza Adelaide - Gaming Venue – Country
Eyre Hotel, Whyalla - Gaming Venue – Metropolitan
Royal Oak Hotel, North Adelaide - Function Operation/Facility – Specialist & Accommodation Division
Adelaide Oval - Function Operation/Facility – General Division
Lion Hotel, North Adelaide - Retail Outlet
East End Cellars (The Stirling Hotel received a Judges Commendation) - Small Venue
Clever Little Tailor - Redeveloped Hotel – Accommodation Division
Miller Apartments - Redeveloped Hotel – Country
Pretoria Hotel, Mannum - Redeveloped Hotel – Metropolitan
The Moseley Bar & Kitchen, Glenelg - Staff Development & Training – under 100
Strathmore Hotel - Staff Development & Training – over 100
Stamford Plaza Adelaide - Apprentice Development & Training
Warradale Hotel - Hotel Industry Rising Star Award
James Alexander, Port Lincoln Hotel - Best Overall Hotel
Stirling Hotel
