Great National Hotel Ballina

Hotels
8.2 (1701 reviews)
Dublin Road , Ballina , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Clubhouse
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Food quality issues
Noise disturbance from events

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Some negative comments regarding carpets and bathroom smell.
Service
8.8
Friendly and helpful staff mentioned positively across multiple reviews.
Location
8.5
Favorable comments on location, especially for family gatherings and proximity to events.
Room Quality
8
Rooms are generally clean, but noise issues were noted.
Amenities
8.5
Facilities were well-received, with mentions of the pool and overall amenities.
Value for Money
8.2
Good value for what was offered, although some guests felt improvements could be made on catering.
Food and Beverage
7.8
Mixed reviews on food quality, with some positive comments overshadowed by criticism.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall pleasant stay for many guests with some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 08:01

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations:
Indulge in the elegant design and spacious surroundings of Ballina hotel. The stylish bedrooms with classic luxurious fabrics and sensational beds offer a comfortable retreat.

Tranquility Leisure & Spa:
Relax and rejuvenate at the Tranquility Leisure & Spa. Unwind with a range of spa treatments and facilities, ensuring a peaceful and revitalizing experience during your stay.

Convenient Location and Dining:
Located near the N26 Dublin road, our hotel offers easy access to transportation hubs. Enjoy dining at Mc Shanes bar and bistro with its inviting atmosphere and diverse menu options.

Experience luxury and tranquility at Ballina. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

To avoid disappointment and to ensure our team can provide the best service possible we take bookings for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Please note that it is mandatory to wear a swim hat while in the pool.

Pets are not allowed but service animals are welcome.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: NOC

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 17 years old stay for € 15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1701 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 8.3
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roisin • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Julien • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

C'est propre et bien équipé.

Cons:

Cela manque un peu de charme.... Tout est très standard.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Nuala • couple • ie
9
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Herrity • couple • ie
7
Only a short stay but found room very comfortable and clean, staff friendly.
Pros:

Room was comfortable and staff friendly.

Cons:

Thought bar lacked atmosphere. Also pool area a bit disappointing.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Denise • solo_traveller • au
7
Expectations: left underwhelmed
Pros:

The car parking area and foyer enterance were exceptional. The room was very clean.

Cons:

Guest service provision was below average A few cosmetic maintainence issues that could have been fixed.t

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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lukasz • solo_traveller • ie
3
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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John Joe • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

No complaints! The best stay and can’t wait to return.

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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elizabeth • couple • ie
7
Comfortable stay
Pros:

Clean with very helpful & friendly staff.

Cons:

All was good have no issues

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Sehr schöne und saubere Zimmer. Die Bar ist mit 5 Stühlen sehr klein, aber schöne Lounge. Spa nicht benutzt

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Martinus Cornelis • couple • nl
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • family_with_children • ie
8
Pros:

It was clean

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • couple • ie
6
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Harry • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great breakfast

Cons:

A bit out of town

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Janey • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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josephine • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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suzanne • solo_traveller • ie
5
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Madeline • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Clodagh • couple • ie
10
Fantastic Hotel and Wedding Venue
Pros:

Fantastic Hotel, my sister had her wedding here and the staff were all so kind and helpful, nothing was to much trouble.

Denise the wedding manager was excellent, you can tell she loves her job and that she cares about making it a special day for the bride and groom. Rooms were nice and had everything you need and again reception in particular were very helpful.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee