Our pick
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
Ballina, IE
★ 4-star9/1088 reviews
0.73 km (0.45 mi) from original
English
Killaloe/Ballina vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
What matters most to you?
Lodgegrid Decision Intelligence
Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
9.1New waterfront suites are great; beautiful room.
Cleanliness
9.1Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
9.2Beautiful setting on the river.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Our pick
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
Ballina, IE
★ 4-star9/1088 reviews
0.73 km (0.45 mi) from original
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
Ballina, IE
★ 0-star8.1/10749 reviews
153.4 km (95.3 mi) from original
Trade-offs
What you may gain by choosing another hotel.
Key differences
Rooms
Killaloe/Ballina9.2
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast7.7
Cleanliness
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre9.1
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast7.9
Location
The Lodge Ballina9.2
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast8.3
Service
Killaloe/Ballina9.6
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast8.5
Food & Breakfast
The Lodge Ballina9.2
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre8.1
Amenities & Facilities
Killaloe/Ballina9.3
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast8.0
Value
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre9.1
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast8.0
Killaloe/Ballina amenity advantages
Pets allowed
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre amenity advantages
24-hour front deskSaunaLuggage storageWheelchair accessibleFitness facilities
The Lodge Ballina amenity advantages
Electric vehicle charging stationBeach
Distance from original
The compared hotels differ by 152.7 km.
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre: 0.73 km (0.45 mi)
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast: 153.4 km (95.3 mi)
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Killaloe/Ballina
9.2/10The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
9/10The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
8.1/10The Lodge Ballina
8.8/10Rooms
Killaloe/Ballina
9.2Standard quality for this hotel tier.
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
9.1New waterfront suites are great; beautiful room.
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
7.7Cozy rooms, but some complaints about bathroom conditions.
The Lodge Ballina
8.7Rooms were generally described as comfortable and spacious, though some issues were mentioned.
Cleanliness
Killaloe/Ballina
9.1Immaculately clean and comfortable.
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
9.1Standard quality for this hotel tier.
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
7.9Rooms and reception area were reported as very clean.
The Lodge Ballina
8.2Cleanliness was generally good, but stains on carpet and a damp smell noted.
Location
Killaloe/Ballina
9.1Standard quality for this hotel tier.
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
9.2Beautiful setting on the river.
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
8.3Conveient location walking distance from town with good atmosphere nearby.
The Lodge Ballina
9.2Great location noted in several reviews, close to restaurants and central attractions.
Service
Killaloe/Ballina
9.6We had a fantastic host. She couldn’t have been any more helpful or made us feel any more welcome.
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
9.1The exceptional training of your staff made them stand out as very helpful.
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
8.5Staff were friendly, helpful, and attentive.
The Lodge Ballina
9.2The owner was described as friendly and accommodating, with positive experiences highlighted.
Sleep & Noise
Killaloe/Ballina
—The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
—The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
—The Lodge Ballina
—Food & Breakfast
Killaloe/Ballina
9.1Standard quality for this hotel tier.
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
8.1Breakfast was a little disappointing.
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
8.6Food quality and breakfast options were highly praised.
The Lodge Ballina
9.2Restaurant and bar nearby were highly rated for their food and drinks.
Amenities & Facilities
Killaloe/Ballina
9.3Standard quality for this hotel tier.
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
9.1Leisure center facilities contributed to a memorable stay.
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
8.0Standard amenities expected for the hotel level.
The Lodge Ballina
8.2Basic amenities provided, but a request for fridges and utensils noted.
Value
Killaloe/Ballina
9.0Standard quality for this hotel tier.
The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
9.1Standard quality for this hotel tier.
The Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
8.0Good value noted for the quality of stay and breakfast.
The Lodge Ballina
8.6Good value compared to hotels, with space and comfort appreciated.
Landmarks
Killaloe/Ballina
Washerwoman BridgeThe Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
Washerwoman BridgeThe Merry Monk Bed and Breakfast
Humbert MonumentThe Lodge Ballina
Humbert Monument