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Great National Hotel Ballina

Property class: 4
Ballina hotel with spa and indoor pool

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Great National Hotel Ballina is a great choice for a stay in Ballina. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy or hydrotherapy, and Irish cuisine is served at McShanes Bistro, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge and a fitness centre are other features.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • 24-hour room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains
The current price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Why we love this property

Work and wellness blend
This hotel combines productive meeting spaces with indulgent spa treatments. Guests can focus in conference rooms, then unwind with massages and sauna sessions.
Culinary Irish flavours
Experience Irish cuisine at the on-site restaurant. After a feast of local flavours, sip creative cocktails at the bar. Full breakfast starts each day.
Spa escape sanctuary
The hotel features a spa with aromatherapy, body treatments, and hot stone massages. A garden, sauna, and fitness room complete the wellness experience.

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a picture on the wall, and a door.

Deluxe Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room Single Use

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (2+2)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a television.

Club Room

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (2+1)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
N26, Dublin Road, Ballina, Co Mayo, F26 X5P3

What's nearby

  • Dolmen of the Four Maols - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Enniscrone Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • St. Muredach's Cathedral - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Ballina Presbyterian Church - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Humbert Monument - 9 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 38 min drive
  • Ballina Station - 3 min drive
  • Foxford Station - 12 min drive
  • Castlebar Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dillons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Heffernans Fine Foods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Merry Monk - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Great National Hotel Ballina

  • Great National Hotel Ballina is a great choice for a stay in Ballina. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy or hydrotherapy, and Irish cuisine is served at McShanes Bistro, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge and a fitness centre are other features.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 87 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (10764 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace at reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 900
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Éidin Spa has 5 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open selected days. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

McShanes Bistro – This bistro specialises in Irish cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20.50 per person
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 15 (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Swim caps must be worn in the pool and can be purchased at the hotel.

Property class

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Also known as

Ballina Hotel
Hotel Ballina
Great National Hotel
Great National Ballina
Great National Ballina Ballina
Great National Hotel Ballina Hotel
Great National Hotel Ballina Ballina
Great National Hotel Ballina Hotel Ballina

Frequently asked questions

Does Great National Hotel Ballina offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Great National Hotel Ballina does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Great National Hotel Ballina?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Great National Hotel Ballina?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Great National Hotel Ballina?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Great National Hotel Ballina?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 15 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Great National Hotel Ballina and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and sailing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes, Pilates and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Great National Hotel Ballina also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Great National Hotel Ballina?

Yes, McShanes Bistro offers Irish cuisine.

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