Great National Hotel Ballina

Hotels
8.2 (1854 reviews)
Dublin Road , Ballina , ie
+353 96 23600

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1854 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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william • couple • us
10
This is an unusually comfortable lodging, with a good restaurant amdma spa and pool;
Pros:

Great facility, good breakfasts and the pool and spa is wonderful.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
J
James • couple • gb
7
Over all a nice weekend stay
Cons:

Food could have been warmer
We had Sunday night dinner we had to send back to reheat

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Elena • solo_traveller • it
7
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Heaney • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • solo_traveller • es
5
No merece las cuatro estrellas
Pros:

Tener una cafetera en la habitación

Cons:

La higiene podía ser mejor, porque había manchas en el suelo del baño de suciedad pisada y pegada. La ubicación fuerza a llegar en coche porque no hay otro medio. Andando, la ciudad está a más de media hora. Primero me dijeron que podían organizar un taxi para el día siguiente, después que a esas horas no habría taxis (pero ya había reservado). Tuve que cambiar el vuelo. Finalmente ofrecieron una cena que no pudieron dar, y al estar tan alejados resultó imposible ir a ninguna parte a cenar.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • ie
9
Pros:

Great location and plenty of free parking

Cons:

Asked for a glass of ice before bed and was told the bar was closed

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Celtic 55 • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

The hotel is clean comfortable and the food was excellent.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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karen • couple • gb
7
We only stayed one night we arrived late and left early, the staff were really lovely and the breakfast was fab , I just
Pros:

It was lovely, decor in the reception and bar was really nice , staff were very friendly , breakfast was great

Cons:

The bedrooms are a little dated , the bed wasn’t comfortable at all , the window in the room opened completely out which was a safety hazard as adults and kids could potentially fall out !

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

The staff and manager were very helpful and so nice to deal with. Very accommodating!! 10

Cons:

The Hotel was a distance from downtown. It was however situated in a lovely area.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Paddy • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Graf • family_with_children • ie
5
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Leanne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Comfortable hotel with a gym, pool and bar/restaurant

Cons:

Slow service at dinner but otherwise ok

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Sergey • solo_traveller • ru
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Jimmy • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • ie
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Sara • solo_traveller • ie
5
Definitely not 4 star.
Pros:

The parking was good, bed was comfortable. Food was nice. Staff were friendly.

Cons:

Stairs were not vacuumed for the 4 days we were there. Handrail was dirty and paint was badly peeled off. Breakfast was completely self service, more like a hostel than a hotel. Water wasn’t replaced in the room, when asked for a refill at the bar barman was impatient about getting water for us.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Jimmy • couple • ie
10
Very enjoyable, drink prices very high, €6.90 for a pint is very expensive.
Pros:

Very clean , and great breakfast.

Cons:

One young girl, who worked behind bar, was not costumed friendly.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
J
Jen • couple • ie
5
Ok
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

Pillows extremely flat
Facilities need updating
Drinks menu poor

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

All fab

Cons:

Aok

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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michael • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee