An Bolg Buí Pub in Ballina

03/08/2025: Beautiful place and people, Room was lovely and they couldn't do enough. Would fully recommend staying here!

31/07/2025: **Review: Two Wonderful Weeks at the "Merry Monk" B&B, Ballina** We had the pleasure of spending two weeks at the "Merry Monk" B&B in Ballina, County Mayo. The stay proved to be extremely pleasant. The B&B is just 40 minutes from Cnock Airport and offers ample free parking. Right next door is The Merry Monk pub, also run by the B&B owners. Our room was very inviting and spotlessly clean. The only minor inconvenience was that the bathroom floor got wet after showering, but this wasn't a major problem. The set water temperature was pleasant, and room service was always reliable, as long as the appropriate sign was on the door. Breakfast was typically Irish and very filling. We particularly enjoyed the varied and delicious food in the pub, which is offered at fair prices. We appreciated the evenings at the pub bar with a good beer and enjoyed the friendly, attentive service. The owner, Joe, regularly inquired politely about our well-being, which we were very pleased to see. The B&B is an excellent base for day trips into the beautiful surroundings of western Ireland. Overall, we would like to thank the team at the "Merry Monk" for the friendly welcome and a thoroughly enjoyable stay. Best wishes to Ireland, Claudia and Andreas