Situated in Ballina, 15 km from Mayo North Heritage Centre, The Merry Monk features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 28 km from Martin Sheridan Monument, the hotel with free WiFi is also 34 km away from National Museum of Ireland - Country Life. The property is non-smoking and is located 17 km from Foxford Woolen Mills Visitor Centre. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or Full English/Irish options. Kiltimagh Museum is 36 km from The Merry Monk, while Knock Shrine is 45 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ireland West Knock Airport, 40 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

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 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
9.1
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Per
    Sweden Sweden
    The staff an oense were all very nice and friendly. Fabulous breakfasts and a good dinner place with local music and vibrant air on a Saturday evening.
  • Paul
    Ireland Ireland
    Excellent breakfast, and excellent staff. Very responsive and catered to all our needs. Would be more than happy to return there again.
  • Aislinn
    Ireland Ireland
    The food here is nothing short of exceptional, with every bite bursting with flavor. But what truly sets this place apart is the outstanding service. The staff is incredibly friendly and always eager to help. A special shoutout goes to Gillian,...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Merry Monk
    • Cuisine
      Irish • Local • Asian • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Facilities of The Merry Monk

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Entertainment and family services
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    The Merry Monk takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 21:00
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 12:00
    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.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    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.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the hotel for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    FAQs about The Merry Monk

    • The Merry Monk is 0.9 miles from the centre of Ballina. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at The Merry Monk include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Family

    • Check-in at The Merry Monk is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • The prices at The Merry Monk may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Merry Monk has 1 restaurant:

      • The Merry Monk

    • Guests staying at The Merry Monk can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet
      • À la carte

    • The Merry Monk offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Live music/performance
      • Live sport events (broadcast)