The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast in Ballina offers family rooms with private bathrooms, hairdryers, free toiletries, showers, and TVs. Each room includes a comfortable bed and essential amenities for a pleasant stay. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast with full English or Irish options, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free selections. The family-friendly restaurant serves Irish, local, Asian, and European cuisines for lunch and dinner, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. Leisure Facilities: The property features a bar, lounge, and live music. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel, ensuring connectivity for all guests. Location and Attractions: Located 25 mi from Ireland West Knock Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Mayo North Heritage Center (9.3 mi), Foxford Woolen Mills Visitor Center (11 mi), and Knock Shrine (28 mi). Guests appreciate the excellent breakfast, attentive staff, and value for money.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

George
Ireland Ireland
“Very clean rooms and reception area. Food in the restaurant was super and the staff were very helpful.”
Miki
Ireland Ireland
“Breakfast was included and it's probably the nicest food we've had. The sausage & egg sandwich - delish!!! The shower shuts off every 30 seconds - you need to push the button again. I think I used less water in this shower than I've ever had! But...”
Kimberley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Loved this hotel. From the minute we arrived early from oour early flight the staff were friendly and helpful storing our bags whilst we went exploring the area. You can walk into Ballina (about a mile I reckon) which we did a few times but it...”
Marcia
United States United States
“The breakfast was lovely. I especially enjoyed the coffee and the brown bread. I liked the dinners too - the grilled salmon was outstanding; no surprise in the salmon capital of Ireland! Staff is wonderful here. When the owner heard that I was in...”
Frankie
Ireland Ireland
“Friendliness of staff and how clean the place was. Lovely food and facilities were perfect”
Sheck
Canada Canada
“Lovely staff and food, very accommodating and cozy common area of the BnB. Bright and clean.”
George
Ireland Ireland
“Very clean and comfortable. On site food was excellent and staff were pleasant to deal with.”
Martha
United States United States
“The breakfast was plentiful and they gave me fresh fruit every day The owner was extremely kind and helpful”
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room was comfortable, not extravagant, great for my needs, the staff were brilliant, friendly and engaging, also had the best steak I have had in a while, please order the steak, you will not be disappointed. The food in general was great and the...”
Linda
United States United States
“The lunch carvery was delicious, as was our breakfast.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Merry Monk
  • Cuisine
    Irish • Local • Asian • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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