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The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre

Killaloe , Ballina (Show on Map)

8.8

Excellent

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Summary of reviewsThe Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre is a fantastic choice for those seeking a peaceful getaway in a beautiful location. The hotel is nestled by the lake, offering stunning views of the water and beautiful gardens. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring guests have a lovely stay. The breakfast buffet is extensive and delicious with options for all dietary needs. The dinner menu is also well-received with some guests finding it excellent. The rooms are comfortable and clean with lovely views, although some guests found them a bit dated. The pool facilities are fantastic, especially for families with a long enclosed slide that kids love. The staff is exceptional with many guests praising their attentiveness and professionalism. While some guests had minor complaints about cleanliness and uncomfortable pillows, overall, guests had a pleasant stay and highly recommend the hotel.
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Room Types

Double Room This room features a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

Twin Room This room features a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

Family Room Spacious family room, accommodating up to 2 adults and 2 children.

Superior Lake View Room The suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Superior Waterfront Room - Adult Only This double room has a electric kettle and air conditioning. These rooms are separate to the hotel main building- they are located in their own annex by the river edge. Please note, children are not permitted within this room type due to the proximity of the water.

About The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre

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Guest Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Location

Nestled by the lake, The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre is the perfect stop-off location for those seeking a peaceful getaway. Guests enjoy the stunning and fabulous views of the lake, as well as the beautiful gardens and grounds by the river. The location is excellent with local amenities, shops, pubs and restaurants just a short walk away. The waterfront rooms are particularly popular, offering views of the serene river. The friendly staff is super helpful, ensuring each guest has a lovely stay away from the big city madness. The location serves as a great base for exploring the lively town full of history and life or going on scenic walks. The location is without a doubt, one of the highlights of the hotel, as guests commonly rave about the beautiful and spectacular location on the water.

Breakfast

The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre boasts of a fantastic breakfast experience, as confirmed by numerous guest reviews. The breakfast buffet offers an extensive selection of hot and cold dishes with choices ranging from a full Irish fry-up, fresh fruit, pancakes, pastries and even gluten-free options, delighting guests of all ages. Guests also enjoyed the beautiful view while having their breakfast. The menu is delicious, both in the restaurant and in the breakfast spread. Quality and quantity-wise the breakfast received impressive reviews. While some guests noted a wait for a full Irish breakfast, they didn't seem to mind. The hotel's dinner was equally appreciated by guests. The breakfast staff were also commended for their excellent service. All in all, an amazing pleasant experience.

Dinner

The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre offers an enjoyable dining experience with dishes ranging from good to excellent. The bar had a few hiccups with service, but the food was well-presented and tasty. Guests who dined at the hotel's main restaurant had mixed experiences with some finding it lovely while others complained of overcooked dishes. However, the overall quality of food was praised by many with several guests describing it as delicious. Friendly staff were also cited by many as a highlight of the dining experience. Some guests did express a desire for more variety on the restaurant menu, but overall the food was well-received.

Rooms

The Lakeside Hotel and Leisure Centre offers a variety of comfortable and clean rooms with lovely views, generously sized, big, beautiful and even stunning. Some guests had interrupted sleep due to noise from the corridor or bedrooms being cold, but overall, the staff were attentive and helpful in ensuring guests have an enjoyable stay. Some rooms were nicely decorated, spacious and had balconies with exceptional views. However, some guests found the rooms a bit dated with peeling paint and issues with heating. The hotel also boasts spectacular waterside rooms and guests highly recommend choosing one for an unforgettable experience. Despite a few minor issues, guests have praised the hotel and highly recommend it for its food, staff and fantastic rooms.

Beds

Guests have had mostly positive experiences with the beds at The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre. While some guests would prefer softer pillows and warmer temperatures in the rooms, they still found the beds comfortable overall. Many guests specifically mention how comfortable the beds were with some even describing them as "so comfy." However, a few guests noted that the beds were not to their liking, finding them too hard. One guest even mentioned that the pillows were "dreadful." Despite a few minor complaints, it seems that the beds at this hotel generally provide a good night's sleep for guests.

Cleanliness

The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre is located in a beautiful location and offers comfortable and clean rooms. The facilities were also well maintained and clean. The staff were very friendly and attentive to guests' needs. There were a few small issues, such as the need for more attention given to dusting the headboard and a changing area in the pool that was not very clean. However, overall the hotel was spotlessly clean. Some guests did have some complaints about uncomfortable pillows, certain areas of the hotel needing attention and upgrading and peeling paint on the walls. Additionally, some outside public areas of the hotel were not clean and the breakfast room staff's cleaning methods were not up to par. However, guests still had a pleasant stay and appreciated the clean and comfortable accommodations.

Staff

The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre boasts an incredible team of staff with numerous reviews praising their attentiveness, friendliness and professionalism. Guests were made to feel welcome and at ease thanks to the warm and welcoming nature of the staff. Many reviews specifically mention staff members by name, such as Hazel on the front desk, who went above and beyond to ensure guests had a wonderful time. From the receptionists to the restaurant and bar staff, housekeeping and leisure center employees, the staff was exceptional with many guests noting they could not have been more helpful. Despite a few isolated incidents with bar staff and breakfast room cleaners, the vast majority of the staff were polite, obliging and went out of their way to provide superb service. Overall, guests raved about the hotel's friendly and efficient staff, citing them as a key reason they would return to the Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre.

Pool

The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre offers fantastic facilities for families, including a great swimming pool with a long enclosed slide that kids loved. The pool also features a sauna and jacuzzi for adults to enjoy. Guests raved about the waterfront rooms, which are modern and excellent. The leisure centre itself is impeccable with a great view to boot. The breakfast served is lovely and the food at the hotel is really good. The pool is overall brilliant with some reviewers noting it's great for small kids. Although one review mentioned the pool wasn't clean, most reviews express joy and praises for the pool facilities. The indoor pool, children's pool and pool water slide were all highlights of the hotel. One reviewer had grandkids who had great sport on the slide. However, one reviewer complained about the overabundance of chlorine in the pool and hot tub, causing them to leave within five minutes. Nonetheless, the pool area seems to be a popular spot with a bar and several pool sections available for guests. The leisure centre is noted to be very family-friendly, offering an indoor pool and various activities for children. Overall, The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre seems to provide guests with a great swimming pool experience.

Family

The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre is the perfect spot for a family-friendly vacation. The swimming pool is great for small kids with a massive slide suitable and safe for all ages. The leisure centre is very family-friendly and the hotel overall is amazing child-friendly with a great location and facilities for families. The hotel is perfect for a family trip with spacious family rooms available. The hotel is fun for all the family and the grandkids loved the pool and slide. The guests were a lovely mix of families and couples of all ages, making it a great break away, especially for kids. Though some may find the rooms on the main road a little noisy, the hotel is definitely a nice choice for a family getaway. However, the hotel bar was closed for renovation during one guest's stay and they were refused an area in the lobby for a large family event, though later relocated to another side room. Overall, guests enjoyed everything about their trips and only wished they could have stayed longer.

Yes, The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool, Children's Pool, Pool Lap Lanes, Pool Water Slide.

No, a spa isn't available at The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre.

No, The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre.

Yes, The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre has a gym.

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