The Horse and Hound Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (693 reviews)
Ballinaboola, Foulksmills , Ballynabola , ie

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Convenient location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Poor lighting in rooms
Noisy rooms
Bathroom facilities could improve

Categories

Cleanliness
7.94
Rooms were very clean, but some mentioned issues with the bathroom size.
Service
8.91
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.45
Conveniently located close to ferry and accessible to attractions.
Room Quality
7.4
Rooms reported as spacious but also noted issues with lighting and old fixtures.
Amenities
7.93
Good facilities available, though some felt the shower needed attention.
Value for Money
8.39
Good value mentioned, but some comments indicated areas for improvement.
Food and Beverage
8.94
Food was frequently described as excellent with varied choices.
Overall Experience
8.41
Overall a positive experience, with some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 11:49

Property Description

Charming Family-Run Inn in Ballinaboola

Comfortable En Suite Rooms and Two Bars
The Horse and Hound Inn offers cozy en suite rooms equipped with modern amenities such as satellite TV, hairdryers, and tea/coffee facilities. Guests can unwind at one of the two bars on the property, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.

Delicious Dining Experience and Cocktail Bar
Indulge in a culinary delight at The Horse and Hound restaurant, known for its fresh Irish produce and delectable fish and beef dishes. After dinner, head to the cocktail bar with a fireplace and a large flat-screen TV, creating a cozy ambiance for enjoying your favorite drink.

Convenient Location with Warm Hospitality
Located on the N25 and offering free private parking and internet access, The Horse and Hound Inn is not only a convenient stopover for Rosslare car ferry travelers but also provides warm and friendly service, ensuring a memorable stay.

Book your stay at The Horse and Hound Inn for a delightful getaway in Ballinaboola.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for € 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for € 20 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

8.3
Based on 693 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.94
Service: 8.91
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.93
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.94
Overall Experience: 8.41
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Tracy • solo_traveller • ie
7
Staff were friendly food was good and it was situated just outside of NewRoss between Wexford and Waterford in the count
Pros:

Good value for money
Staff were friendly and relaxed

Cons:

Carpet in room seemed old

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Friendly service, lovely barfood and breakfast

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Roger • couple • ie
9
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Clare • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • ie
9
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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mary • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Parking onsite

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
9
Friendly stay.
Pros:

Tasty breakfast snd ideal location from the ferry. Friendly service.

Cons:

Dogs barking, but managed to get to sleep.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • ie
10
Loved it
Pros:

Loved it here. Staff very friendly, food was great. 25 mins from Wexford. Also pet friendly. Will be back

Cons:

Honestly can’t think of anything bad about the place

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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nollaig • solo_traveller • ie
10
Quiet, comfortable and dog friendly.
Pros:

Perfect stop off point when heading to Rosslare Port.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Judy • solo_traveller • ie
5
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Mairin • solo_traveller • ie
6
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
8
convenient stop, staff helpful, good food a
Pros:

Staff very helpful and welcoming. Convenient location. Food good.

Cons:

Poor reading light by the bed

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Allan • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Genevieve • family_with_children • gb
8
We enjoyed our stay as did our relatives and we look forward to returning on the 20th May
Pros:

We liked the friendly atmosphere. We enjoyed our supper very much. The staff were lovely. Our room and bathroom were large.

Cons:

The lighting in our bedroom was very poor.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Deegee • solo_traveller • ie
4
Pros:

They allow are dogs to stay with us in room...location perfect

Cons:

Ballcock in toilet faulty..water flowing through unit all night...lots of sellotape on hairdryer...bin in bathroom broken...paintwork in bedroom really tardy
.lots of small holes in walls in bedroom. BUT WE WILL GO BACK AGAIN

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Edel • solo_traveller • ie
8
Go there
Pros:

Friendly staff, clean rooms , great food. Breakfast menu really good.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee