Gleneagles, the iconic Scottish hotel and sporting estate, has added to its growing roster of important accolades after being named 'European Golf Resort of the Year 2019' at the annual IAGTO Awards.

This most recent of awards - determined by member votes from the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) - was announced at a glittering ceremony in Ljubljana, Slovenia, attended by tour operators, golf and travel industry executives and international media.

It proudly sits alongside Gleneagles' 'No.1 Golf Resort in Britain & Ireland' status, from UK magazine, Golf World, and underlines the ongoing progress made under new owner, Ennismore - including a significant investment programme over the last two years which has transformed the hotel's spaces through fresh designs and seen the launch of three new bars, two restaurants, and a new events wing.

Conor O'Leary, General Manager of Gleneagles, commented, "Gleneagles is an authentically Scottish experience; a destination for fun and adventure in one of the most luxurious and beautiful settings imaginable. There are few places in the world that offer the same breadth of opportunities and activities we have here at The Glen.

"To receive this accolade from votes cast by the golf travel industry reflects the significant progress we continue to make in re-affirming our place in luxury hospitality."

The award also coincides with Gleneagles' preparations for two major golfing milestones in 2019: the centenary of the James Braid-designed King's and Queen's Courses and the hosting of The Solheim Cup on The PGA Centenary Course, which also welcomed The 2014 Ryder Cup.

Over the last 18 months, major renovation projects have been completed on all three championship golf courses – specifically bringing both The King’s and The Queen's back to the original vision of Braid.