Situated just 3 minutes’ walk from the town centre of Ballinrobe, the ivy-clad Friars Quarter House offers free Wi-Fi and free onsite parking. Ashford Castle is just 14 km away. With garden views, the rooms include a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. In the mornings, Friars Quarter House offers a choice between hearty full Irish breakfast and continental breakfast. The surrounding area is home to both Lough Corrib and Lough Mask and the Friars Quarter House has storage for sporting and fishing equipment. Offering numerous outdoor activities, the village of Cong is just 15 minutes’ drive away. Within close proximity to both the Wild Atlantic Way and The Green Way.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Ballinrobe
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Franciane
    Morocco Morocco
    Lovely place to stay in Ballinrobe. Thé house is so beautiful. Everything is clean and comfy ! Thé host is very nice and make sure you got everything you need. Definitely recommend !
  • David
    Ireland Ireland
    Excellent B&B. Very nice house and garden. Comfortable room with tea/coffee making facilities. Friendly host. Good breakfast served in a lovely dining room. Good location - within walkable distance of centre of Ballinrobe. Happy to recommend.
  • Edward
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The house and garden is exceptionally maintained. Calm and comfort is a plenty. The room was very comfortable abs as I mentioned calm. The father and daughter who run this B&B provide an exceptional service. Staying there exceeded expectations.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.8Based on 442 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

An avid golfer, Breege, and a happy gardener, Martin, are the owners of Friars Quarter House. We revel in welcoming visitors to our beautiful home and to the West of Ireland.

Property information

A beautiful, well maintained property owned and operated by a husband and wife in Ballinrobe town, south Mayo, near to the Galway border. We are centrally located for Connemara, Ashford Castle in Cong, the Wild Atlantic Way, the Greenway and less than an housr from Galway City. We offer a 5 star guest experience and have offered our home to visitors for many years.

Neighbourhood information

We are close to Connemara, Joyce Country, Ashford Castle, Cong village (home of the Quiet Man), the museum of Ireland, the Wild Atlantic Way, the Greenway, a myriad of outdoor adventures and activities. Within a short car journey you will find something new and exciting to fit all tastes and interests. Ballinrobe town and its environs offer food, drink and entertainment to suit all and we are less than an hours journey to Galway City, Castlebar, Westport and Knock Shrine.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Friars Quarter House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
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
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Friars Quarter House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 21:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    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.

    Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardMaestroUnionPay credit card Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Friars Quarter House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Friars Quarter House

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

    • Friars Quarter House is 1,050 yards from the centre of Ballinrobe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Friars Quarter House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding

    • Room options at Friars Quarter House include:

      • Single
      • Double
      • Twin
      • Twin/Double

    • Check-in at Friars Quarter House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.