A LUXURIOUS hotel has become the first in north Wales to attain a five-star rating.

As the tourism industry gears up for the summer holidays, Economy Secretary Ken Skates visited Palé Hall, near Bala on Monday to congratulate them on their achievements in becoming the region’s foremost hotel as well as being awarded the coveted Visit Wales Gold Award.

During a recent grading visit, the five star hotel – one of only three across Wales - achieved an overall score of 98 per cent.

In addition, they have also been awarded the Gold Award - which rewards extremely high standards of accommodation.

Owned by Alan and Angela Harper, who lovingly restored the historic building to its former glory, Palé Hall opened its doors in September 2016.

One of the UK’s most talented and well-known chefs Michael Caines, lends his invaluable guidance for the food and beverage at the hotel which is overseen by head chef Gareth Stevenson.

Mr Skates said: “I was delighted to visit Palé Hall and to be able to present them with their Gold Award – and congratulate them on their efforts and achievements since opening last year."

General manager Pim Wolfs, said: “We are extremely proud to have received this five-star rating from Visit Wales.

“As a hotel we are focused on providing the best experience for our guests while championing welsh produce, local employment and all that the welsh countryside has to offer.

“The five-star rating is a huge achievement and is wonderful that Visit Wales has given us this recognition.”

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