Celtic Manor Resort and ICC Wales up for M&IT Awards 2025
The Celtic Manor Resort, known for its luxury and top-tier event spaces, is in the running for the best UK hotel category, an accolade it has won 10 times before.
ICC Wales is again recognised as one of the country's leading conference centres, having won silver in this category for the past two years.
The Celtic Collection brand is also up for best hotel brand, competing against major international groups, despite its smaller size.
Julie Hammond, group chief executive officer of the Celtic Collection and ICC Wales, said: "We're incredibly proud to see our venues and team recognised once again by our peers and clients in the industry.
"These nominations reflect our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for event organisers and guests alike."
The M&IT Awards ceremony, where the winners will be announced, will take place in London on September 19.
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