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Downhill Inn

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Downhill Inn offers a quiet escape with a garden and terrace for outdoor relaxation. Guests can dine at the on-site Ballina Restaurant, which provides special meals for children, or unwind with drinks at the bar. The hotel also offers convenient in-room WiFi for staying connected.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Sligo Road, Ballina, Mayo

What's nearby

  • Tom Ruane Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. Muredach's Cathedral - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Enniscrone Golf Club - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Ballina Golf Club - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Enniscrone Golf Club - 11 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Ballina Station - 2 min drive
  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love Lee's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bar Square - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dillons - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Downhill Inn

Hotel near Ballina Golf Club
A terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Downhill Inn. The on-site bistro, Ballina Restaurant, features kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), multilingual staff, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Downhill Inn have comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Ballina Restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 27 2025 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 12 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Downhill Ballina
Downhill Inn
Downhill Inn Ballina
Downhill Hotel Ballina
The Downhill Hotel
The Downhill Hotel
Downhill Inn Hotel
Downhill Inn Ballina
Downhill Inn Hotel Ballina

Frequently asked questions

Is Downhill Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Downhill Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Downhill Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Downhill Inn?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Downhill Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Ballina Golf Club and within 9 mi (15 km) of Enniscrone Golf Club and Enniscrone Beach. Waterpoint and Kilcullen's Seaweed Baths are also within 9 mi (15 km). Ballina Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Downhill Inn Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Staff & service
No meal service or bar service on a Sunday evening, and hotel is away from any other amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Base for weekend break

We use this hotel as a base for exploring the surrounding area. Everywhere we visited was an hour or so away. It was reasonably priced, although breakfast wasn't included. All the staff were encountered were genuinely friendly and helpful. Despite the weather being bad we didn't mind spending the extra time at the hotel as our room was warm, spacious and comfortable. The WiFi signal isn't the best and couldn't be realied upon by someone who is very digitally dependant. Efforts have been made to made to maintain the hotel but there are a few areas that are the worse for wear but a bit of tlc would go a long way to update it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs to be freshened up

Hotel was very outdated. Badly needs to be freshened up. But on the up-side the Staff were really friendly and breakfast very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Marc

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

No frills. Basic.

Super basic. Shirt drive into town. Convenient option on wild Atlantic way trip. No frills.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn't expecting too much, but it was very pleasant, only a few minutes walk back into Ballina and a very nice breakfast. Easy parking as well which isn't the case with some other hotels locally.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

My Stay.

Food Excellent. Rooms could do with a makeover. Staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Family Room

Was a bit apprehensive, stay booked last minute, so wasn't sure what to expect. Hotel OK looking, a little bit dated. Restaurant and bar area is pretty nice. The food, breakfast and dinner, was very good. The bedroom was basic but fine. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

KATE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel Friendly staff Wifi was bit slow at times in our room but was strong signal then everywhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, welcoming, friendly staff. Good impression on arrival. Pleasant atmosphere. Bar and restaurant on site(I didn't use). Hearty breakfast. 4 stars
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and easy thanks all very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Enjoyable stay, friendly helpful staff, hassle free check in, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Adequate

Basic hotel, no frills but adequate for a one night business stay. Wouldn’t return for pleasure. Didn’t use the restaurant for diner and breakfast didn’t start until 8am so not able to comment on food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bit dated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a lovely clean place to stay plus fresh breakfast made to order
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location and quiet despite being near a main roadthe shower
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended

Just stayed for one night. Lovely setting, quiet, best nights sleep for months - will happily use again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay at the DownHill

Great stay. Staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms very good. Breakfast excellent. I have stayed many times and it is always good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cozy, unpretentious place to crash for the night

This was a comfortable place to crash for the night during our road trip around western Ireland. There was live music in the restaurant when we were there, which was fun! The bathroom could have used some updates and the TV in the room was a tiny CRT, but travelers who don't expect anything too fancy will be happy with the value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Nancy

Downhill Inn

This is the third trip we stayed there. We like the location because we walk to dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

A simple but welcoming hotel. Happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

j, donegal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Was just ok

Says the hotel is 400m from town it's not . Hotel could do with an upgrade . 2 staff were lovely rest was not . Band playing music during meal which was very loud when you just want to eat and chat . Music stopped at 9.50 on a Saturday night which is ridiculous . Very small ran down hotel more like a b&b but 3 times the price. Would not stay again . Not for kids either .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at the DownHill

Great welcome from the night porter. He gave me an ironing board at short notice that night. The staff are very friendly. The breakfast is good value and very big. Small problem with key resolved immediately. Excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Brendan

Stayed in better hotels than this one
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent for a one night stay . Decor a bit drab

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Room comfort
Very small tv in room and heating switched off in the morning and freezing when having breakfast

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