Cassidy Hospitality Group

Cassidy Hospitality Group brings together some of Enniskillen’s most recognisable venues, each offering its own unique experience while sharing the same commitment to warm hospitality and a strong connection to place. From the boutique four-star Westville Hotel, to the Watersedge Apartments, the trendy Firehouse Bar & Grill, the lively Crowes Nest Bar & Restaurant, and the Gourmet Grocer & Café – Enniskillen’s premier hospitality group offers visitors to Cuilcagh Lakelands UNESCO Global Geopark a variety of ways to relax, dine, and enjoy Fermanagh’s island town.

Facilities: At the heart of the Group is the Westville Hotel, a boutique four-star property located in the centre of Enniskillen. The hotel is known as a cosy town-centre base, offering friendly hospitality, quality service, 28 comfortable bedrooms, a welcoming bar and restaurant, and a 300-seater function room. Its atmosphere has made it a favourite with both leisure visitors and business travellers. The hotel’s central location provides the perfect base to explore Enniskillen’s shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, as well as the surrounding lakes and landscapes of the Geopark.

Alongside the Westville, Cassidy Hospitality Group offers a range of complementary experiences: Watersedge Apartments provide flexible self-catering stays overlooking the lough in Enniskillen; the Firehouse Bar & Grill is a popular spot known for its wood-fired dishes and casual dining; the Crowes Nest combines the character of a traditional Irish bar with great food, regular live music, and a lively night scene; and the Gourmet Grocer & Café showcases local produce, artisan goods, and freshly prepared food for both visitors and the community.

How does the Regenerative Tourism Business Network benefit you and your business?

The Geopark Regenerative Tourism Business Network has encouraged us to reflect on our own operations and to recognise the importance of sharing sustainable practices with guests, staff, and partners. The real highlight, however, is being part of a Network that actively shares ideas and promotes regenerative approaches while working together for the future of all our businesses.

Sustainability and regenerative tourism are not just about what one business achieves alone — they are about sustaining tourism across the whole region by working collectively. That sense of shared responsibility is what makes the Network so valuable.

What is the main sustainability focus of your business?

Cassidy Hospitality Group is committed to embedding sustainability into daily operations and guest experiences across all venues. Initiatives already in place include:

• Daily monitoring of food waste to minimise overproduction.
• Renewable energy solutions at the Westville Hotel, including a wood pellet burner for heating and solar panels for hot water.
• Corridor lighting on timers and water-saving push taps to reduce energy and water use.
• Refillable filtered and sparkling glass water bottles in hotel guestrooms, eliminating single-use plastics.
• Homemade welcome treats in the hotel, reducing packaging waste while celebrating local craftsmanship.
• A focus on sourcing locally, with partnerships such as Boatyard Distillery gin supplied in refillable pouches, available across all hospitality venues.

By combining thoughtful initiatives with a guest-focused approach, Cassidy Hospitality Group aims to create experiences that are both enjoyable and environmentally responsible. The Group continues to review and enhance its practices, contributing to the Geopark’s vision of sustainable and regenerative tourism.