The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast

Hotels
8.1 (723 reviews)
Killala Road , Ballina , ie

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good food
Cons:
Cold bathroom
Breakfast timing issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.9
Rooms and reception area were reported as very clean.
Service
8.47
Staff were friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
8.31
Conveient location walking distance from town with good atmosphere nearby.
Room Quality
7.66
Cozy rooms, but some complaints about bathroom conditions.
Amenities
7.99
Standard amenities expected for the hotel level.
Value for Money
8.04
Good value noted for the quality of stay and breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.59
Food quality and breakfast options were highly praised.
Overall Experience
7.87
A generally pleasant stay with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 01:17

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated in Ballina, The Merry Monk is a short distance from popular attractions such as Mayo North Heritage Centre and Martin Sheridan Monument.

Comfortable Accommodation
Guests can enjoy cozy rooms equipped with modern amenities including a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and complimentary toiletries.

Dining and Recreation
Indulge in a delicious breakfast with various options to choose from and unwind at the shared lounge, restaurant, or bar. For leisure activities, guests can partake in a game of darts or explore the scenic hiking trails nearby.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at The Merry Monk. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 723 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.9
Service: 8.47
Location: 8.31
Room Quality: 7.66
Amenities: 7.99
Value for Money: 8.04
Food and Beverage: 8.59
Overall Experience: 7.87
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Mare • couple • ee
6
Pros:

Hommikusöök ja restoran, tasuta parkimine maja ees parklas.

Cons:

Tuba on nii tilluke, et kohvri saab lahti teha ainult voodi peal ja pärast pole seda enam kusagile panna. Dušši vee temperatuur pole reguleeritav.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • ie
10
Excellent location , clean, and excellent breakfast. Staff amazing
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • couple • ie
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Kimmo • solo_traveller • fi
7
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Avril • solo_traveller • ie
5
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Bruce • solo_traveller • gb
8
OK until checking out
Pros:

Very nice

Cons:

Unfortunately one of our group accidentally broke a plain tall glass vase. The response by the Manager’s father was most unpleasant and unreasonable. He explained that the vase had considerable sentimental value and felt 500 euros would be acceptable. After some tense discussion he agreed to a voluntary contribution to a charity. This last experience, coming after a delightful stay, left us feeling deeply upset.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Adrienne • couple • gb
9
Very nice, good value accommodation and super handy for anyone doing the Wild Atlantic Way
Pros:

The rooms were in a separate building so nice and peaceful

Cons:

The tiled floor in the room was a bit clinical and very slippery with damp feet after a shower. A rug or two would make it cosier and safer.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • couple • us
10
A great stay! I highly recommend this place!
Pros:

Very convenient. Had a nice restaurant with great food and service!

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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ISABELLE • family_with_children • fr
5
A éviter si possible
Pros:

Rien.

Cons:

Chambres dans une annexe du restaurant type Motel, sans aucun charme et beaucoup trop chères par rapport à nos autres hébergements.
Chambres très basiques, sans place pour les valises, ni pour les vêtements à suspendre (quelques cintres...).
Le pire : la salle de bains, avec douche à même le sol sans bac récepteur, ni pare-douche ni rideau ... le WC juste à côté donc avec les pieds dans l'eau après une douche, un petit lave mains sans rien pour poser les trousses de toilette...
Petit déjeuner très quelconque, sans produits frais ou faits maison

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Edwards • solo_traveller • gb
10
Couldn't have asked for better
Pros:

The staff were really friendly. The food was top notch. The location for us, with our time spent at Belleek Castle was perfect (9 euro taxi)

Breakfast set us up perfectly for each day

Cons:

A noisy group booked in on our last night and as uts a shared kitchen/Dinning room that was annoying. That's not the Merry Monks fault though.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Clare • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Reasonable price with excellent breakfast. Plenty of free parking. Location good.

Cons:

No room service in 4 days. Not required but nobody checked the room or shower room.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Inge Mars • solo_traveller • nl
4
Pros:

Aardige mensen, eten in restaurant is goed.

Cons:

Voor overnachting moet je daar niet zijn, wij kregen het zolderkamertje, met nadruk op tje. Vind het niet erg als het klein is maar dit was veeel te klein. Kon je koffer en spullen niet kwijt, geen stoel, geen tafeltje. Raam kon maar 5cm open en het was al warm. Licht in de badkamer en op de gang bleven continue branden en dat scheen naar binnen in de kamer. Heel gehorig, konden buren letterlijk verstaan.
We hadden 2 nachten geboekt maar zijn eerder vertrokken, nooit meer.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Corine • couple • de
8
Pros:

Sehr großes Zimmer, nettes Personal.

Cons:

Das Licht im Bad hat einen Bewegungsmelder, kann also nicht eigenständig ausgeschaltet werden - störend in der Nacht. Das Frühstück wird aus einem Menü ausgewählt, könnte aber mit z.B. etwas Obst oder Jogurt aufgewertet werden.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • gb
7
good location, nice atmosphere, but the communal nature of the hotel was not what was advertised
Pros:

The hotel worked for our visit, the location allowed us to visit friends and family,
The restaurant was good, especially the Sunday roast.
If we were a group travelling together it might have worked well.

Cons:

The layout of the accommodation block would suit a group of people visiting, but the communal nature meant we lacked privacy.
The facilities were ok, but basic.
Some tea/coffee making in the room would be better.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Micheal • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Good overall experience.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Caitriona • solo_traveller • ie
10
Lovely accomodation
Pros:

Staff were very nice, friendly and helpful

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • nl
8
Pros:

Dicht bij stad, rustig, heerlijk eten.

Cons:

Smal 2 persoons bed.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Lacey • couple • gb
10
Great accommodation and wonderful restaurant with lovely staff.
Pros:

The rooms were a good size with a nice shower room and a shared open plan kitchen/dining room/lounge. The staff were amazing and very friendly, providing us with great meals. Ideal location with plenty of parking and very handy having the Merry Monk restaurant on the same site. Would definitely recommend.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Pierre • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee