Ballinasloe Guest House in the Heart of the Country, a property with a garden, is situated in Galway, 24 km from Cross of the Scriptures, 29 km from Athlone Castle, as well as 30 km from Athlone Train Station. The property is located 31 km from Athlone Topwn Shopping Centre, 32 km from Athlone Golf Club and 32 km from Athlone Institute of Technology. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Towels and bed linen are available in the homestay. The accommodation is non-smoking. Dun na Si Heritage & Genealogical Centre is 45 km from the homestay, while Claypipe Visitors Centre is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is Shannon Airport, 114 km from Ballinasloe Guest House in the Heart of the Country.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free private parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
2.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jonathan
    Ireland Ireland
    Very easy to get to this lovely homely property as it is just off the main road. Plenty of parking and Fiachra was on hand to give us a warm Irish welcome, show you to your room and answer any questions we had. Really spacious bedroom with...
  • Fitzgerald
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice setting, the owners were nice and old fashioned, how I like my landlord to be, helpful, personal touch welcoming. Perfect for me,lovely house
  • Aizpea
    Spain Spain
    The hosts are very kind and the room is spacious and comfortable. It's a nice accomodation!

Hosted by Valerie and Fiachra are your hosts.

9.1
9.1
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Valerie and Fiachra are your hosts.
A home of ease and warmth in the heart of nature and the countryside, 3-5 min from Ballinasloe town, on the R355, and just 90 seconds from the M6 Motorway. The ideal place to stay if arriving or leaving from Dublin airport as it is 1.5 hours by car depending on traffic. On a walking trail, the Beara Breifne Way. Golf course across the road. Train station 4.5km, Buses 2.5 km, excellent taxi service. Within 20-25 minutes to Portumna, Loughrea, and Athlone. Clifden is 1:48 minute drive Cliffs of Moher is 1:34 minute drive Galway City 42 minute drive
My partner and I are both natives of Ballinasloe. We enjoy and love the countryside and nature. We believe in and explore unlimited healthy lifestyle options. Grow a lot of our own food. I am a holistic health practitioner and practice, educate, and teach people self-healing techniques and exciting and adventurous ways of creating a new and happier lifestyle.
Clifden is 1:48 minute drive Cliffs of Moher is 1:34 minute drive Galway City 42 minute drive 1. HISTORICAL TOUR/TRAIL - Includes the 1691 battle of Aughrim, Ireland’s game changer and most decisive battle in Irish History. Visiting a restored authentic Irish Castle, Clonony Castle. A river Fortification crossing on the River Shannon. Also a historical tour of Ballinasloe can be arranged. Portumna Castle & Gardens built in early 17th century. Portumna recently restored authentic famine work house. 2. ECCLESIASTICAL TOUR/TRAIL - Clonmacnois a 6th century monastic site located on the banks of the river Shannon. Clontuskert Abbey, a national monument and medieval Augustinian Priory. 6th Century Clonfert Cathedral founded by St Brendan the Navigator who is buried there. Meelick Franciscan church the oldest used Roman Catholic church in Ireland. Kilconnell medieval Franciscan Friary. 3. WALKING TOURS/TRAILS - Hymany section of Beara Breifne Way. Aughrim Battlefield Walk. Ballinasloe to Shannonbridge through bogland, and wetlands, along the banks of the old Grand Canal. Ballinasloe to Clonfert bog/canal/wetlands walk. Aughrim to Killure Bog walk. These walks can be tailored between 5 - 20+ km. A packed lunch can be provided. Please contact for specific details.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Ballinasloe Guest House in the Heart of the Country
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Internet
Basic free WiFi 11 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Ballinasloe Guest House in the Heart of the Country takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 20:00
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Damage policy
    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 100 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 3 years are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 100 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Ballinasloe Guest House in the Heart of the Country

    • Ballinasloe Guest House in the Heart of the Country offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Ballinasloe Guest House in the Heart of the Country is 32.9 miles from the centre of Galway. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Ballinasloe Guest House in the Heart of the Country is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at Ballinasloe Guest House in the Heart of the Country may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.