Belleek Castle, Ballina - Ballina (Mayo)
54.133428, -9.144659
Overview
Neo-Gothic Castle with Medieval Origins in Ballina - 1000 Acres of Woodland & the Award-Winning Library Restaurant
Grand Amenities & Castle Grounds
Belleek Castle, Ballina offers a 13th-century Norman fireplace in its medieval Great Hall. The property has 400 hectares of woodland with trails along the River Moy. Open fires burn in the Great Hall, bar, and lounge areas, lit with real candles throughout.
Accommodation & Rooms
The Belleek Castle hotel has 10 individually decorated rooms, each with four-poster beds and overhead canopies. Rooms look out over the forest or castle garden, with private bathrooms and period furnishings. Guests sleep under antique decor that matches the castle's 1832 origins.
Dining & Bars
The award-winning Library Restaurant serves fresh country house cuisine, with the signature 'Drunken Bullock' steak flambéed at the table on a 15th-century sword. The Armada Bar is built from the salvaged, 400-year-old wood of shipwrecked Spanish ships. Guests can also eat at Jack Fenn Café for homemade treats and complimentary breakfast included in stays.
On-Site Experiences & Entertainment
Belleek Castle provides a castle tour that shows historical artifacts, including medieval armor, fossils, and an extensive collection in a basement museum. Guided tours of the museum are available for residents at half price. The property offers bicycle rental and walking tours to explore local culture and the surrounding woods.
Location & Surroundings
Belleek Castle sits on the outskirts of Ballina, a 5-minute drive from the town center. Nearby attractions include the Mullet Peninsula, Enniscrone Beach, and the Ceide Fields Neolithic site. Knock Airport is 35 minutes away by car, and Lough Conn is a 20-minute drive.
- Castle: Neo-Gothic, built 1832 on 400 hectares of woodland
- Dining: Award-winning Library Restaurant - steak flambéed on a 15th-century sword
- Bar: Armada Bar built from salvaged wood of a 400-year-old Spanish galleon
- History: 13th-century Norman fireplace & extensive collection of medieval armor and fossils
- Activities: Bicycle rental, guided castle tours, walking trails along the River Moy
Rooms and availability
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30 m²
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Bed options:1 Queen-size bed and 1 Single bed
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23 m²
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Essential information about Belleek Castle, Ballina
| 💵 Lowest room price | 238 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 2.2 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 51.4 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Ireland West Knock, NOC |
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