The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre

Hotels
8.9 (1875 reviews)
Ballina , Killaloe , ie

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Food service issues
Some amenities needs updates

Categories

Cleanliness
8.69
The rooms were clean and tidy, showcasing good standards.
Service
9.36
Staff were consistently mentioned as friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.2
Multiple reviews praised the excellent location.
Room Quality
8.96
Rooms received positive feedback for comfort and decor.
Amenities
8.78
Leisure facilities noted as fantastic.
Value for Money
8.64
Some reviews felt pricing was high, slightly affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Food quality was good, but service timing issues were reported.
Overall Experience
9.06
Overall, guests had a wonderful stay with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 15:41

Property Description

Riverside Paradise with Leisure Facilities

Nestled on the banks of the River Shannon, Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre offers a picturesque escape just a stone's throw away from Limerick and Nenagh.

Scenic Views and Local Attractions

Overlooking the charming towns of Ballina and Killaloe, guests can enjoy stunning views of the 13-arch bridge and 13th-century cathedral. Explore the Shannon Waterway and soak in the beauty of the Arra Mountains and Mount Bernagh.

Extensive Leisure Facilities

Indulge in relaxation at the leisure centre with swimming pools, a hot tub, and a thrilling 120-foot water slide. Stay active at the gym, sauna, steam room, or join a class at the aerobics studio. Families will appreciate the supervised creche, while all guests enjoy complimentary access to these top-notch facilities.

Book your stay now for a perfect blend of tranquility and recreation at Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre.

Important information:

For Group Bookings, guests need to ensure the hotel has a contract is in place and a booking deposit is paid prior to arrival.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1875 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.69
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.96
Amenities: 8.78
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 9.06
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Phill solo_traveller nz
8
Was a great location and the room and facilities were good
Pros:

Great location great view

Cons:

Bit awkward being older getting suit cases up and down stairs no lift

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Patrick solo_traveller ie
9
Pros:

The Lakeside Hotel is perfectly situated alongside the river Shannon in the lovely twin villages of Ballina / Killaloe. The staff are wonderful and helpful; and, the hotel is welcoming and comfortable - truly a place to relax in.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Francis couple ie
10
Beautiful!
Pros:

Friendly staff, good food.

Cons:

No stools at bar, if you were on your own, rather than occupying a table.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Robert couple gb
9
Brilliant hotel with excellent services provided, stunning views and great value!
Pros:

We stayed for 1 night for bed, breakfast and dinner in a lakeside room. The service, the cleanliness, the food, the hotel in general were all brilliant. We had no complaints, our room was spacious, the bed was comfy, the shower was great, and our room looked out over the lake, with a shared terrace. We were shown to our room directly, and all the staff were very good. Our dinner was great and good value, with a lovely view from the restaurant. The surroundings were picturesque and we were lucky enough to be there during almost 30 degree weather. Would highly recommend a stay here.

Cons:

No complaints, the village doesn't have lots to do from what I seen but ideal for 1 or 2 nights.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
M
Marie solo_traveller ie
8
Pros:

Very well maintained garden

Cons:

No lift
a ground floor would have suited us better,
My fault for not asking.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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patreshia couple us
10
beautiful location, very nice staff people, comfortable cozy bed, good shower and bath..
Pros:

every staff person was pleasant and helpful. sean greeted us warmly for breakfast each morning.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Aidan solo_traveller ie
9
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Marion couple ie
10
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
A
ADRIENNE family_with_children ie
10
One night was too short
Pros:

So restful -

Cons:

Liked everything

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Daniel family_with_children ie
9
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Where it was situated and the staff were lovely.

Cons:

Room size. Very small but now expect it when booking a double room

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Daniel family_with_children ie
10
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Condon family_with_children ie
10
Brilliant multi family stay.
Pros:

Breakfast is by time blocks, which suited us all. The selection was fantastic. On our first morning at breakfast, we were asked if there were any allergies (yes to peanuts), so everything was explained to us. Our rooms were very spacious with plenty of room to move around and store our items. The leisure facilities were first class also, with plenty of staff to hand and lifeguards on duty all the time. The bathroom was big and well stocked, as were the Tea and Coffee items. All in all, we will defo go again.

Cons:

Nothing negative to offer at all.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Gavin couple ie
9
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

Value for money, rooms were huge, both walk in shower and bath , menu was good , and prices were good ,

Cons:

Noting, and I work in hotel buisness

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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bridget solo_traveller ie
9
Pros:

An unexpected room upgrade was just fantastic to sit on balcony beside the river watching life go by. The room was so comfortable and the chocolate gift appreciated !! For us the staff made this stay. They were all really friendly and happy to chat
Sean in the breakfast room had alot of information to share with us about the Maureen OHara and her pilot captain partner who landed an airplane boat on the river. We really enjoyed our stay and didnt want to leave.

Cons:

Felt the bar food was a little disappointing. Herb and bacon crusted chicken was a letdown for the prices charged.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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FIONA2015 solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

The staff were lovely and upgraded us to a beautiful room with a view. Breakfast was gorgeous. Couldn't fault this hotel

Cons:

Nothing I didn't like. I would recommend this hotel

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Johnny solo_traveller ie
10
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Ashling solo_traveller ie
7
Lakeside Hotel
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The food in the restaurant was good. We enjoyed the pool. The views were amazing and we were very lucky with the weather!

Cons:

Unfortunately it was a very very hot night and it was quite uncomfortable as we did not have air conditioning. The water slide was a huge bonus in the pool area but unfortunately the children using it were not being very careful in terms of making sure that they were using it one at a time. Some staff supervision at busy times would have been good.

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Anne family_with_children nz
10
We'll definitely be returning here.
Pros:

The location is fantastic and it was great being able to sit on the terrace in the evening and have a drink. Being able to walk around the garden and down to the twin towns was also nice.

2026-08-20 via Nuitee