See all properties

Great National Hotel Ballina

4.0 star property
Hotel in Ballina with a full-service spa and a fitness center

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Great National Hotel Ballina

Welcome to the Great National Hotel Ballina, featuring a grand stone facade with a prominent entrance and elegant lanterns.
Enjoy a serene garden setting with picnic tables and shaded areas under green umbrellas.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a grand piano, reception desk, and ornate chandelier.
Stroll through this serene hallway, lined with doors and a peaceful altar at its end.
Relax by the pool with a clear view of the surrounding landscape.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Explore the area

View in a map
N26, Dublin Road, Ballina, Co Mayo, F26 X5P3
  • Enniscrone Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Tom Ruane Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ballina Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room (2+1)

Comfortable room with a large bed, a smaller bed, and a desk with a chair.

Family Room (2+1)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a wooden desk, and a framed beach scene adorn this cozy retreat.

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room (2+2)

Comfortable room with a large bed, a smaller bed, and a desk with a chair.

Family Room (2+2)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room Single Use

Guests can work or relax in this functional room with a comfortable chair and a small table.

Double Room Single Use

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Relax in a cozy space with a comfortable bed, bedside table, and chair, plus a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ballina

Great National Hotel Ballina places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Enniscrone Golf Club and The Humbert Memorial. This 87-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • St. Muredach's Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Ballina Dolmen - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Enniscrone Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Tom Ruane Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Ballina Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Ballina Station - 2 min drive
  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love Lee's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dillons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Square - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Broken Jug - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Junction - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Great National Hotel Ballina

Hotel in Ballina with a full-service spa and a fitness center
Great National Hotel Ballina features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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 select 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.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Swimmers can enjoy the clear pool surrounded by a tiled floor and arched doorways.

Twin Trees Hotel

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Kids pool
  • Free WiFi
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 191 reviews
$122 nightly
The price is $139
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total includes taxes and fees
Twin Trees Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • McShanes Bistro

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10,764 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 15

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 16.50 per person
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 15 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is 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

Is a free cancellation option available at Great National Hotel Ballina?

Great National Hotel Ballina offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Great National Hotel Ballina?

As of Aug 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great National Hotel Ballina on Sep 9, 2025 start from $149.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near Great National Hotel Ballina?

This hotel is located in Ballina, close to Enniscrone Golf Club, Ballina Golf Club, and St. Muredach's Cathedral. You'll also find Dolmen of the Four Maols and Ballina Arts Events Centre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Great National Hotel Ballina?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Great National Hotel Ballina?

Éidin Spa is the hotel's spa and services include hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Great National Hotel Ballina include a casino on the premises?

No, Great National Hotel Ballina doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Great National Hotel Ballina?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:30 AM and 9:00 PM.

Is Great National Hotel Ballina a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Great National Hotel Ballina?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Great National Hotel Ballina have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Great National Hotel Ballina serves a full breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at McShanes Bistro.

Will Great National Hotel Ballina allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Great National Hotel Ballina though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Great National Hotel Ballina?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Great National Hotel Ballina?

The closest major airport to Great National Hotel Ballina is Knock (NOC-Ireland West), which is 23.3 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Great National Hotel Ballina?

No, at Great National Hotel Ballina, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Great National Hotel Ballina have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Great National Hotel Ballina.

Great National Hotel Ballina Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 271 out of 620 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 620 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 620 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 620 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 620 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing Stay

The hotel gives a wow first impression as you enter. Reception was very good, we got in early and stayed in room 210. Was surprised as it was a double plus 2 singles. Room was good and comfotable and shower bathroom wss good. Decent dized room. Bar area was dull and dingey. Ate dinner which was ok but breakfast is the worst i can recall for a long time. Staff had to be asked for drinks, food was poor and dried out, been there a long time and limited selection. For example fruit was a slice of water melon. Sausages were terrible, eggs like bullet. Real shame as restaurant does not fit with rest of hotel which is a 40 minute walk into town. Pretty disappointed with stay to say the least. 9 stay on trip round Ireland and very poor really, especially for the money paid.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anastasia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was not attentive. The hotel was taken over by locals who were also protesting the establishment. Sketchy parking lot situation. Furniture is old and torn. Stains on the carpet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with great welcome from staff and delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Was moved to a room that had better Wi-Fi coverage, a minor inconvenience but the staff were always most helpful. Everything else was very comfortable. Particularly enjoyed the swimming pool.. Had breakfast and a couple of evening meals which were a good standard. In the evenings the staff were faultless and I enjoyed the comfort with a pint of Guinness. Many thanks, I stayed for four nights and would recommend this hotel. Ron Sweeney.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Sailesh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great staff, hotel needs TLC

Handy hotel with plenty of parking for business in area. A bit out of town but quiet. It’s getting very tired now. The rooms could do with a spruce up and updating. No sockets near or nearby the bed, in addition sockets near desk are taken up with kettle, etc. bathrooms need updating as do 24inch TVs with very poor reception. Bar has a limited menu but of a good standard.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Annette

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a welcoming experience

At check in there was a training session going on and so I didn’t interrupt, but no one even acknowledged me, another customer came along and they looked after them before me, so we weren’t off to a good start. Swimming pool was cold and grotty, and there was no hot water in the room, which was very dated. Also there as gum stuck to my he remote of the tv, pretty gross. Dinner was good though.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Customer Service

So our stay started off great! Lovey spacious family room with a smart tv to watch Netflix on so kids were delighted. However at around 12.30am the couple next door decided to have a domestic and our kids got scared listening to this. Adam the night porter moved us to another room within minutes of asking him. The room we got to smelled of smoke and paint which wasn’t ideal however the next morning we were moved to a similar room from the first night! In fairness the hotel couldn’t know that 2 w**kers would start killing each other but they done absolutely everything they could to facilitate us! Dinner was beautiful breakfast had a lot of choices and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly! I would recommend anyone to stay here it’s just outside the town so there’s no noise at night and a good nights sleep is guaranteed considering no one decides to be Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson next door to you!! Thank you to everyone for your enjoyable and easy stay. We will be back again !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Derek

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wry comfortable room. Excellent service from staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness

Don't breakfast here...

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay we were there for a wedding. It was a lovely venue the food was amazing and the staff were all so helpful. We will definately return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Noise

A lot of noise in hotel , walking around all night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Graham

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was as expected for a hotel with this rating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Declan, Lisburn

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We had a good stay. Two issues the swimming was freezing given the weather at this time of year in the west of Ireland it would be good to have the pool warmer as the kids wanted out after 20-30mins due to it being to cold. The other the staff in hotel were lovely and very accommodating however they were very young and food service was at times slow. For breakfast in the morning it took a long time to refill the food items.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It as you would expect for a hotel of this rating
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

Hotels

Hotels near Busch Stadium
The Victoria
Riverside Park Hotel and Leisure Club
Omni Austin Hotel
Trump International Golf Links And Hotel Doonbeg Ireland
Ashford Castle
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport
Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort
Blarney Woollen Mills Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Falls Hotel & Spa
Foley's Kenmare
Hotels in San Diego County
Dingle Harbour Lodge
The River Lee Hotel
The Kingsley
Old Fort Lodge
Hotels with an Indoor Pool in Portland
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Blarney Hotels Muskerry Arms

Flights

merced municipal airport
Flights from Spokane to Branson
Flights from San Antonio to New Orleans
Flights from San Juan to Seattle
Flights from Saginaw to Nashville
Flights from Columbia to San Antonio
Flights from Wellington to Delhi
Flights from Detroit to Cairo

Cars

Car rentals in Watertown

Packages

Bodrum Vacations