The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast

Hotels
8.1 (668 reviews)
Killala Road , Ballina , ie

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Kid meals
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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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.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 668 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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Eamonnmolloy • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
10
A warm welcome in the west
Pros:

The communal space in the B&B was great for our group

Cons:

We loved everything

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family_with_children • ie
8
Clean & warm, comfortable room.
Pros:

The accommodation was clean, warm & easily accessible.

Cons:

Accommodation is ina separate building to the breakfast area so you have to leave one building & enter another (just a short walk) but when weather is bad....

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Tina • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Liam • couple • ie
9
Pros:

It was a lovely 2 nights with very friendly staff and shout out to Evan working on the bar the Friday we stayed very pleasant and friendly guy.

Cons:

Our room.a little small but very comfortable. Little bit outside the centre but no problem getting taxis

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Wojtek • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • ie
10
Pros:

This place is an absolute gem!!Food was incredible and the owners made us feel like family.
Went above and beyond, definitely worth a visit!!

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • extended_group • ie
7
Good all round stay, good value for money.
Pros:

Poached eggs for breakfast were great in the morning and staff were really nice

Cons:

Shower wasn't great, telly position wasn't great. Me neck was in flitters

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Tim • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • gb
5
Not fab
Cons:

Unfortunately our bedroom was right next door to a store room where there was a boiler which was very noisy rumbling then ticking, moved to a different room which was on the other side of this store room and it could still be heard
So no sleep!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Mary • extended_group • gb
9
Very enjoyable
Pros:

It suited us very well very helpful staff and good food

Cons:

It was very satisfactory all round

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Winnie • couple • ie
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Niall • solo_traveller • us
10
Hope to visit again soon
Pros:

The food was excellent, the accomodations were extremely comfortable both the bedding and climate, and I enjoyed the privacy afforded by the location and access to the guesthouse. The staff were friendly and helpful, the public area provided every conceivable convenience and down to the the view from the bedside window, every part of my stay was charming.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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KEVIN MICHAEL • couple • gb
10
Excellent. The Irish people are kind and very helpful. Joe was an amazing man. I will be back.
Pros:

The location was excellent. It is well away from the hustle and bustle in Ballina. The food was excellent and the meals were huge.

Cons:

I didn`t find anything I didn`t like.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
Great place to stay and explore
Pros:

Very friendly staff. Great location and great food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-11 • via Nuitee
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peter • solo_traveller • gb
8
2025-12-19 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • couple • gb
10
Great Location, stay and food.
Pros:

Excellent as always. Will return in the New Year.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Roksana • couple • gb
10
Amazing stay
Pros:

Very convenient. Excellent restaurant.
Food Cas delicious and stuff super friendly

2025-12-07 • via Nuitee