Ballinacourty House, Caravan and Camping Park has been named the Best Campsite in Ireland at the 2024 ACSI Awards, an annual recognition organized by ACSI (Auto Camper Service International), which honors high-performing campsites and caravan parks across Europe.
Located in the Glen of Aherlow near Tipperary Town, the park was the sole Irish recipient among this year’s international list of awardees.
The ACSI Awards, which are based on reviews and votes submitted by campers and travelers, aim to highlight excellence in camping facilities, customer service, and overall guest experience.
For the 2024 awards cycle, the recognition was announced in early May, marking a significant milestone for Ballinacourty House and underscoring the ongoing popularity of outdoor hospitality in Ireland.
According to a report by Tipperary Live, the team at Ballinacourty House expressed appreciation to their guests in a message posted to social media.
“Thank you all for your continuous support through the many years. It has been a pleasure, and always will be, to welcome you to our hidden gem at Ballinacourty House,” they wrote. “We look forward to seeing you all throughout this season and all the rest to come.”
For business owners in the outdoor hospitality sector, this award underscores the value of customer satisfaction, consistency, and regional uniqueness in driving recognition on an international level.
Ballinacourty House’s achievement illustrates how smaller, independently operated parks can compete successfully against larger European sites by focusing on service quality, local appeal, and sustained engagement with their clientele.
The recognition also reflects broader trends in the European camping market, where traveler preferences continue to shift toward authentic, scenic, and community-focused destinations.
Owners and operators may look to the success of Ballinacourty House as an example of how regional charm and dependable service can translate into positive word-of-mouth, loyalty, and industry accolades.