Paddy Macs in Ballina

04/01/2026: Went to the new play centre ripples and the kids had so much fun. It's a little on the small side but works well for what we used it for. Prices are what you would typically pay for a play centre. Staff were lovely and the place was very clean.

27/12/2025: Admittedly, the hotel is a bit far from the center of Ballina (about a 30-minute walk from the train or bus station), but it's easily manageable with luggage without needing a taxi, which will cost you 10 euros for barely a kilometer! We had a very comfortable stay. The room and bathroom were clean, very spacious and quiet, and the twin room had two large beds. Complimentary bottled water was provided. We had breakfast once, and it was satisfactory. The only real downside was that the pool and spa complex were under renovation after our booking, so we couldn't use them; we were notified by email well before our arrival. I'm happy with my experience in Ballina.