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Friday, January 20, 2012

Ballina Manor Hotel


Ballina Manor Hotel

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Ballina
Co. Mayo
Ireland
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Tel:             +35396 80 900      

Key Services

  • 4 Star Family Run Hotel
  • Riverview Rooms & Suites
  • Fine Ding & Bar Food
  • Bently Bar
  • Lesiure Facilities
  • Conference Faclities
  • Perfect Wedding Venue

Welcome

Located near Lionbridge in the centre of bustling Ballina, the Ballina Manor Hotel is a family run quality hotel, formerly the Ridgepool Hotel, with so much to offer you. Sitting on the banks of the Moy, you’ll have one of Ireland’s top fishing destinations on your doorstep. With genuine value and a commitment to service, our excellent restaurants and intimate bars will provide a wonderful setting for your holiday in the West of Ireland.
From golfing and surfing to heritage tours and country walks, Ballina has something for everyone.
North Mayo is also the ideal option for conferences, seminars and meetings and the range of activities will keep delegates and executives busy during their stay. Or you might be considering a weekend away for the girls – we’d love to have you. With a swimming pool and gym in the hotel, you’ve everything you need here in The Manor.
Arrive in on the train, fly into Knock airport just a half hour away or make us the base for your driving holiday in the West.
Getting here is easy – but you won’t feel like leaving once you do.
You can check availability above or just give us a call – we’d love to hear from you.
At the Ballina Manor hotel, we know everybody is different. You might be away with the family on a well deserved break or taking a midweek business trip. You may even be on a luxury weekend break in the West or taking a trip to the Moy region to experience the best in salmon fishing.

Accommodation

Whatever your intentions, we’ll look after you here at the Manor hotel with a range of rooms suiting all types of people and right for all occasions. With four beautiful options all furnished to the highest standards, our rooms are en-suite and include all the elements of a 4 star hotel room. All you need to do is choose!
Heritage Room
In a region steeped in history and heritage like Mayo and the West of Ireland, it is only natural you‘d like to experience this in every way possible. In our immaculately finished heritage rooms, you’ll feel like you have gone back in time but held on to the modern comforts of a four star-hotel. We can even light an open fire in your room in advance of your arrival.
With views of the Moy, this luxury room is a real all-year round option with a cosy fire giving a seasonal feel in winter and these bright, spacious rooms really open up in summer light. We also offer a turn-down service and can service your room twice in one day if required.
Riverview Room
Overlooking the famous Moy river, our perfectly finished Riverview rooms are designed for that special break. As you get away from it all, you’ll hear the soothing sound of the river and take in tremendous views of the river itself, the cathedral and other town landmarks.
Viewing from our floor to ceiling windows, you’ll get the perfect perspective on Ballina and its wonderful natural scenery. Equipped with all the aspects of a quality four-star hotel, we know you’ll feel truly relaxed and at ease in our Riverview rooms. We also offer a turn-down service and can service your room twice in one day if required.
Deluxe Room
You might be coming to Ballina for leisure or work so whatever the reason, here at the Ballina manor hotel, we can offer you excellent rooms at very competitive prices. All our rooms are en-suite and retain the typical options of a quality hotel including telephone, tea and coffee making, hairdryers, trouser press and flat-screen TV.
So whether it’s single or double, we’ll no doubt have the right room for you. With an excellent location right in town, you won’t have far to come from the train station and if you’re getting a taxi here, just ask the driver and they’ll know how to get to us.
Family Suites
Getting away for a few days with the kids can be a real treat but without the right accommodation, it can prove a challenge. Here at the Manor Hotel, we’ve thought of everything – so you don’t have to.
You can avail of multi-room family suites or we can provide partitioned rooms allowing you keep an eye and an ear on the whole gang as they settle down for the night. With so much to do the next day and plenty of excitement, getting the kids off to sleep can be a job in itself. We think our specially designed family rooms give you plenty of options and will make your family holiday that bit easier.
With lots of space for toys and all sorts of other gear, make this your base for visiting Mayo. We also have a great selection of children’s dvds and toys, baby sterilisers and even buggies for you to use – we’ve thought of everything – so you don’t have to.
If you feel like getting out for a meal or a drink in one of our restaurants, we also provide an excellent babysitting service.
Bridal Suite
With big day arriving fast, we know you’ve got so much to think about. For your special day and indeed other occasions, we can provide a complete bridal suite.
From a four-poster bed to a Jacuzzi, we have all the luxuries covered. You can have breakfast in our beautifully finished bridal suites or you can join your guests downstairs – it’s your choice. If it’s chocolate covered strawberries and champagne you need – you’ve got it. We can also add romantic touches like a petal-covered bed if required.

Bar & Restaurant

From fine dining to a cosy bar – it’s all covered.
For many this is one of the most important parts of the holiday. Getting the chance to sit down and take your time over a wonderful meal or a long lunch is a real treat. At home or work, you may just grab enough to keep going. At the Ballina Manor Hotel, our approach is simple – relax and enjoy our range of bars and restaurants – without leaving the hotel.
Whether it’s a special dinner for two, a family friendly bistro, a traditional Irish pub or a cosmopolitan cocktail bar, you’re spoilt for choice. Consider your options…
Fine dining – Ballina Manor style
As we’re right on one of Ireland’s most prominent salmon rivers, we’re really committed to fresh fish and fresh produce. Here at the Ridgepool, we’d be delighted to cook your catch for you.
So, no tall tales about the weight of your catch as we can serve it up on a platter for you and your family and friends! With views right onto the Moy and the cathedral in the background, this truly is a sumptuous dining experience.
Wednesday to Sunday 7.00pm – 9.30pm
open for Sunday lunch from 1230pm
From cosmopolitans to pre-dinner drinks, it must be the Bentley Bar
To really unwind for the evening, why not take in a cocktail before dinner. At the Bentley Bar, we’ve got wines from all over the world and a wonderful selection of cocktails.
Why not look over the Bentley Bar Cocktail Menus
So whether it’s a well earned night out for just the two of you or a girl’s weekend away, we’re sure you’ll have fun in the Bentley Bar before and after dinner. Our drinks create a fusion of flavours and textures and will get your evening off to a perfect start.
Drop in for a pint of porter in our traditional bar
With traditional music on several nights a week and a cosy atmosphere on cold nights, we know you’ll have a great night in our Bridge Tavern and bistro. So, whether boasting about your catch of the day or planning the next day’s events and activities, why not do it here.
You’ll get a taste for the West of Ireland and relax the way the locals have been doing around Ballina for years. From the snaps below, you’ll see what we’re talking about…
We’ll look after you for your private party.
So, you’ve spent many years working or you have finally got through those tough exams. Or you may want to mark a wonderful family occasion like an anniversary or a birthday. Our private rooms are the perfect venue for retirement, graduation or anniversary parties.
For family groups, retirement parties, talk to us today about your requirements.
Whatever the occasion, our dedicated team will help you plan the right menu, whether it’s an informal bistro style or a formal sit down affair. And everything else that goes with a special evening – we’ll sort out decorations and make sure the room gets everyone in the right mood.
We’ve also got communications facilities for showing AV material like videos and slide shows.
Afternoon Tea
Selection of finger sandwiches:
Egg and watercress
Mini chicken wrap roasted pepper and fresh basil
Smoked salmon, caper and mustard cress
Thyme poached chicken with rocket and mayonnaise
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Homemade lemon shortbread
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Vanilla and chocolate marble cake
Blueberry Muffin
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Freshly baked scone with jam and cream
€15 per person

Conference

The key to a successful conference can often be choosing the right location. Situated on the west coast and well serviced by trains and the national bus network, Ballina is the perfect location. Close to Knock international airport, wherever your executives are travelling from, getting to Ballina is easy. We also provide a pick-up service for guests from the station.
Facing the spectacular natural scenery of the Atlantic Ocean, North Mayo and Ballina has so much to offer. From top-class fishing to surfing, walking trails and so much more, conferences and seminars at the Ballina Manor hotel are destined to have something for everyone. Our dedicated conferencing team have years of experience and we can assure you of a professional service with a personal touch.
Choose the right room for your meeting, seminar or conference.

Weddings

A perfect venue for your special day!
What you’re looking for in your wedding venue is a combination of intimacy and professionalism. At the Ballina Manor Hotel, our team has years of experience in hosting and planning weddings in Ireland.
Our dedicated wedding co-ordinator will work with you on all the details as you decide on everything for the day itself. Our job is to make sure your day goes off as stress-free as possible and you can be sure our attention-to-detail and experience will contribute handsomely to your beautiful day. 
We also just cater for weddings of 120 guests or less because we feel your big day deserves our maximum attention. And as a family run hotel, an intimate, personalised service is what we do best.

Leisure

With a gym and heated pool, all your leisure options are catered for too.
Our fitness centre including gym and swimming pool will be open from early morning to evening time. So, if you feel like a swim but cannot face the might of the Atlantic, our 15 ft pool is just right for you, allowing you to unwind after a long conference day or get in a swim before taking off with the children for the day.
We also have a well-equipped gym on the premises. From weights and rowing machines to exercise bikes and treadmills, you will certainly maintain your fitness at Ballina Manor Hotel.
Complimentary drinking water is also provided to all guests.

Activities

With something to do for everyone, North Mayo is truly a hive of activity. Find out below what is on offer and you’ll see there is something to do for everyone in the family.
We can arrange many and varied trips for you and help you organise an itinerary – just ask any of our staff.

Fishing

Ballina is known as a haven for anglers and the Moy is one of Ireland’s most famous salmon rivers.

Walking & Cycling

Mayo has several designated walking and cycling tacks. From a short stroll in the country to longer cycles, we’re sure to have something for everyone.

Surfing

The West of Ireland has a fantastic reputation for surfing and is the location for major championship events every year.

Golfing

We’re just 10 minutes drive from the famous Enniscrone golf course and near many other top class courses. If golfing is your game, Ballina is the place to stay

Heritage

Steeped in heritage, Mayo has an abundance of heritage attractions from monuments to museums.

Contact

Ballina Manor Hotel, at the Moy Ridgepool & Salmon Weir, Ballina, Co Mayo, Ireland
Tel             096 80 900       or             +35396 80 900           Email info@ballinamanorhotel.ie
We look forward to seeing you very soon!