Ocean Sands Enniscrone open new Ocean Spa

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Ocean Sands Enniscrone open new Ocean Spa

The Ocean Sands Hotel in the seaside town of Enniscrone, Co. Sligo has opened a new luxury spa completing the suite of offerings in this newly appointed four star hotel. The appropriately named Ocean Spa is at beach level, directly accessible from the carpark and ideal for both residents and non-residents. It offers a range of body and beauty treatments using quality Elemis and Ishga products in four therapy suites as well as a thermal suite and relaxation room. The Ocean Spa is open seven days a week from 10am to 6pm.

“The Ocean Spa is a superb addition to our facilities at the Ocean Sands Hotel”, explained Jennifer Howley, General Manager, “It adds a layer of affordable luxury for all our guests and is an ideal option for bridal parties who can now have their hair and makeup done without stepping outside”.

The team of experienced therapists is led by Spa Manager Louise McCormack who has created a relaxing, intimate feel in the beautifully designed spa. Dominating the relaxation room, a glorious image of sand and sea perfectly reflects the spa location. The treatment suites include a double room for couples and friends with a bespoke seaweed bath and a dedicated beauty and pedicure room. The thermal suite features a detoxifying infra-red sauna, signature hot tub and experience shower.  A salt cave will open soon.

The product ranges were carefully chosen to complement the location and client experience. Elemis is a well-known skin wellness brand describing itself as having an aromatherapist’s soul, an artist’s spirit, and a scientist’s commitment to results. Ishga is an organic, vegan skincare range from the Outer Hebrides based on hand-harvested seaweed growing in the pristine waters. Hebridean seaweed contains natural antioxidants with properties which transform and protect tired or aging skin. Both products are gentle and restorative, offering soothing and rejuvenating treatments.

Overlooking the magnificent 5 kilometre sandy beach the newly refurbished Ocean Sands Hotel deservedly achieved four star status this season. New executive head chef Marcin Szczodrowski has just introduced a new nine-course Chef’s Signature Tasting Menu available on Thursdays and Fridays from 9^th June.

The Ocean Sands Hotel comprises 50 generous bedrooms including 20 family rooms and an impressive bridal suite complete with sea view balcony. Directly behind the hotel are 13 beautifully appointed and roomy apartments with easy beach access. It’s ideal for family holidays with a safe attractive playground beside outdoor tables. It’s pet friendly, allowing dogs in selected hotel rooms and apartments. The Ocean Sands is an acclaimed wedding venue.

June 2022 - Ocean Spa Special Offer
Treatment and Thermal €75

1-hour thermal visit followed by a pampering 55 minute treatment. 

Choose one of the following:
*Elemis superfood pro-glow radiance facial 
*Hot stone back neck and shoulder massage with Hot oil nourishing scalp massage
*Mini Indian head massage with ocean spa foot ritual 

Ocean Sands Enniscrone introduce Chef’s Signature Tasting Menu

 Ocean Sands Enniscrone introduce

Chef’s Signature Tasting Menu

Lobster from Killala Bay

The Ocean Sands Hotel in the seaside town of Enniscrone, Co. Sligo introduces their new nine-course Chef’s Signature Tasting Menu on Thursday 9 June. It’s the latest fine dining development from executive head chef Marcin Szczodrowski since his appointment at the beginning of the year. The Chef’s Tasting Menu will be available on Thursdays and Fridays only. Overlooking the magnificent 5 kilometre sandy beach the newly refurbished hotel deservedly achieved four star status this season.

Marcin Szczodrowski has made quite an impact on the Irish culinary scene since he moved here from his native Poland 15 years ago. At award-winning Eala Bhán Restaurant in Sligo Town he built a stellar reputation winning both the Yes Chef Rising Star and Best Chef in Connaught awards along the way. He’s harnessed all his fine dining flair in developing this tasting menu which is very much based on his twin passions of local and seasonal products. The quality of Irish ingredients consistently amazes Marcin, who revels in working with them. He is strongly committed to working with seasonal products and detests the jarring impact of out-of-season elements on menus.

Chef Marcin

“This menu is really close to my heart. I wanted to showcase both top quality produce and the skills of my kitchen team”, says Marcin Szczodrowski, “I’m really excited about bringing a completely new, fine dining menu to the Ocean Sands and I’m looking forward to guests enjoying this intimate dining experience”.

 

The menu will vary regularly but will always consist of nine finely balanced courses including enticing dishes such as Duck Liver Brûlée served with a Balsamic Gel and Hula Hoop Crisp, Lobster Ravioli celebrating the freshest lobster from Killala Bay or Grilled Fillet of Monkfish wrapped in Pistachio and local Seaweed accentuated with a Lime Foam and Green Vegetables. Equally, the menu will showcase top class pastry chef skills with a deft and light hand.

Those same pastry skills have made the recently introduced Afternoon Tea by the Sea a resounding success with residents and visitors alike. It is served on weekdays in the conservatory or Atlantic Room.

The Ocean Sands Hotel comprises 50 generous bedrooms including 20 family rooms and an impressive bridal suite complete with sea view balcony. Directly behind the hotel are 13 beautifully appointed and roomy apartments with easy beach access. It’s ideal for family holidays with a safe attractive playground beside outdoor tables. It’s pet friendly, allowing dogs in selected hotel rooms and apartments. The Ocean Sands is an acclaimed wedding venue.

Monkfish

The nine-course Chef’s Signature Tasting Menu costs €68 per person and must be booked in advance as numbers are limited (Tel: 096 26700). A vegetarian option is available by prior request. A tasting menu with wine pairings will be introduced shortly in conjunction with a new wine menu.

Bed and breakfast rates at the Ocean Sands Hotel start at €119 for a double room.

Afternoon Tea by the Sea at Ocean Sands Hotel, Enniscrone

 Afternoon Tea by the Sea 

at Ocean Sands Hotel, Enniscrone

 

The Ocean Sands Hotel in the seaside town of Enniscrone, Co. Sligo, is proud to introduce Afternoon Tea by the Sea, presented by their new chef, award-winning Marcin Szczodrowski. From Monday 4^th April 2022 it will be served from Monday to Friday in the Atlantic Room or Conservatory overlooking the magnificent beach.

 

Chef Marcin has designed a delicious menu based on afternoon tea favourites, all made by hand in house. It has seasonal variations but is always balanced and enticing. Each guest has their own beautifully presented traditional three-tiered stand with each tier featuring different delicacies. One tier is an enticing layer of hand cut sandwiches and bagels, cheese, smoked salmon and baby prawn cocktail. Another holds fresh scones with homemade preserves and softly whipped cream. The third, perhaps the star of the show, is an artistic display of sweet concoctions – petits fours pastries and cakes. Accompanied by endless pots of Bewley’s tea or coffee, this is a treat for the senses and the soul.

 

Reservations 48 hours in advance are essential as all elements of this appealing treat are freshly prepared. Bookings are taken on weekdays from 1-3pm and guests are welcome to relax over Afternoon Tea by the Sea as long as they wish. The cost is €24.95 per person or €29.95 with bubbly. A gluten free option is available.

 

Chef Marcin is a talented Polish born chef well known from his years as head chef at Eala Bhán restaurant in Sligo town. He revels in working with the top-quality ingredients in the local area. His next venture will be a fine dining Nine Course Chef Signature Tasting Menu which will be launched early in the summer.

 

The Ocean Sands Hotel comprises 50 generous bedrooms including 20 family rooms and an impressive bridal suite complete with sea view balcony. Directly behind the hotel are 13 beautifully appointed and roomy apartments with easy beach access. It’s ideal for family holidays with a safe attractive playground beside outdoor tables. It’s pet friendly, allowing dogs in selected hotel rooms and apartments. The Ocean Sands is an acclaimed wedding venue which was recently elevated to four star status by Fáilte Ireland.

Four Stars and New Chef for the Ocean Sands Hotel Enniscrone

Four Stars and New Chef

for the Ocean Sands Hotel Enniscrone

Ocean Sands team celebrate (l to r): (l-r): Chef Marcin Szczodrowski, John Neary (Fáilte Ireland Wild Atlantic Way Development Officer) Mark Devaney (owner and general manager) and Jennifer Howley (deputy manager)

It’s celebration time at well-known Enniscrone hotel The Ocean Sands as they announce their elevation to four-star status. This Fáilte Ireland award ensures the highest standards of quality, taking in every aspect of a guest’s experience and comfort. Upgrades include a completely refurbished bar and restaurant area. The newly appointed award-winning chef, Marcin Szczodrowski is completely revamping menus and putting his own distinctive stamp on the kitchen. The Ocean Sands is an established, award-winning wedding venue by the sea. 

 

“This is a really important milestone for us and we are delighted with the announcement”, said Mark Devaney, owner and general manager of The Ocean Sands Hotel, “It is the culmination of an extensive refurbishment and upgrading programme over the last three years, since well before COVID-19. I want to acknowledge the hard work and exceptional effort the whole team, led by deputy manager Jennifer Howley, has put in to reach this standard. We’re also delighted that Chef Marcin has joined us, he is an exceptional chef and we know our guests will be impressed with the new menus”.

 

John Neary, Wild Atlantic Way Development Officer, said, “Fáilte Ireland were pleased to attend the launch event for the Oceans Sands Hotel newly acquired 4-star hotel accreditation. Failte Ireland will continue to work closely with the management team of the Ocean Sands Hotel with our shared ambitions of promoting the wonderful location of Enniscrone on Wild Atlantic Way”.

 

The Ocean Sands Hotel sits in the heart of the popular seaside town overlooking the majestic five-kilometre sandy beach at the back where the bar and function rooms are situated. It comprises 50 generous bedrooms including 20 family rooms and an impressive bridal suite complete with sea view balcony. Directly behind the hotel are 13 beautifully appointed and roomy apartments with easy beach access. It’s ideal for family holidays with a safe attractive playground beside outdoor tables. Dog owners will be pleased that The Ocean Sands Hotel is dog friendly, welcoming furry friends in both hotel rooms and apartments.

 

Originally called The Atlantic, the Ocean Sands Hotel was acquired by local property developer Mark Devaney and his late father Joe, in the early 2000s. They completely redeveloped the existing hotel and reopened to the public in 2007.

 

Chef Marcin is a talented Polish born chef who revels in working with the top-quality ingredients in the local area. He is busy developing new menus and has already introduced a delicious afternoon tea menu, served in the spacious bar and conservatory area. He has plans for a signature tasting menu working closely with local and organic producers.

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