Heyday Hostel Ballina
Ballina Lower Pearse Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Quality room and beds”
“A large double room with ensuite”
“The reason for my booking was I fishing the moy fishery, you can walk to it from…”
“The location was also reasonably convenient, being in town, with available parki…”
“Helpful and friendly staff at reception”
“The only positive aspect of our stay was the staff, who were very friendly, acco…”
“The room was spacious and neat, with all that you would need in there”
“The room was spotless with a large en-suite, I had a good sleep”
“Tea/Coffee with a cereal breakfast is a nice touch as well”
“The breakfast was a Continental breakfast and even though there were some cookin…”
“Very reasonably priced room”
“However, the rest of the experience was very uncomfortable and, in our view, not…”
Overview
Set in Ballina, within 15 km of Mayo North Heritage Centre and 16 km of Foxford Woolen Mills Visitor Centre, Heyday Hostel Ballina features accommodation with free WiFi. The property is around 27 km from Martin Sheridan Monument, 33 km from National Museum of Ireland - Country Life and 35 km from Kiltimagh Museum. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. All guest rooms at the hostel come with a private bathroom and bed linen. Guests at Heyday Hostel Ballina will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ballina, like hiking. Knock Shrine is 44 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Ireland West Knock Airport, 39 km from Heyday Hostel Ballina.
Traveller reviews
Nataliia
solo_traveller
June 3, 2026
“Wonderful”
I liked everything very much
Frank
couple
June 3, 2026
“Brilliant”
Helpful and friendly staff at reception. The reason for my booking was I fishing the moy fishery, you can walk to it from the Hostel it’s so handy. Very reasonably priced room. Tea/Coffee with a cereal breakfast is a nice touch as well. Highly recommend I’ll definitely be back the next time I’m up fishing !
Canavan
couple
May 25, 2026
“Found it a good place to stay as it was just out of the busy part of town and was easy to walk in”
The breakfast was a Continental breakfast and even though there were some cooking facilities - I don't know if we could have cooked something for ourselves, if we had wanted to. The room was spacious and neat, with all that you would need in there. Very comfortable bed and well soundproofed from outside noise.
Hanna
couple
May 19, 2026
The only positive aspect of our stay was the staff, who were very friendly, accommodating, and communicated clearly, providing excellent instructions throughout. The location was also reasonably convenient, being in town, with available parking. However, the rest of the experience was very uncomfortable and, in our view, not worth the money. If we had known, we would have paid €10 more for a much better stay. There was a shared kitchen available for guests, which was well equipped and included bread, jam, and butter for toast, this was a nice bonus. During our stay, it wasn’t busy, so we were able to use it easily, but it only appeared to have one hob and two ovens, so it may become crowded during peak periods. Unfortunately, our room was a major issue. Although it had an en-suite bathroom, it was located on the ground floor next to the communal toilet and faced a busy road. With very little soundproofing, noise carried throughout the night. We could hear traffic continuously, as well as people standing outside and smoking near our window, including their conversations. The communal toilet use was also extremely disruptive. The heavy door was repeatedly opened and closed during the night, creating loud bangs and vibrations that travelled through the wall—our bed was against that same wall, which made it particularly disturbing. On top of that, the toilet had a hand dryer instead of paper towels, so the noise continued whenever it was used. As a result, we barely slept and woke up exhausted, which was very disappointing as we had a long day ahead attending a festival. While other rooms may be better situated, ours was unfortunately a nightmare experience, and we would not choose to stay there again.
Tom
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
“Excellent place to stay in Ballina.”
I have stayed here before and was happy to return. The location is very good, I parked up a street across the road. The room was spotless with a large en-suite, I had a good sleep.
Mark
solo_traveller
May 10, 2026
“Great stay.”
Quality room and beds. Great friendly helpful staff.
Aileen
solo_traveller
May 4, 2026
“Very convenient”
Right in the centre of the town, near shops, restaurants, pubs. A large double room with ensuite.
Valentina
extended_group
May 2, 2026
“everything was great”
everything was great
David
solo_traveller
April 30, 2026
“A great hostel in a very convenient location”
The hostel staff were very warm and friendly, the hostel is very modern and comfortable and the free breakfast was a treat. The hostel is within a minutes walk to the town centre where there are restaurants and bars and the walk along the river Moy is recommended. The cycle route up to Killala starts outside the front of the hostel and is also recommended
Lily
extended_group
April 28, 2026
“Really central”
Very clean and spacious
Frances
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
“Lovely hostel”
The hostel was great, clean, quiet and the breakfast provided was sufficient
Kate
couple
April 16, 2026
“Excellent value.”
Good clean room and bathroom. Great hostel kitchen and facilities Simple hostel breakfast Quick walk up into town.
Noel
solo_traveller
April 14, 2026
“If Heineken did hostels...”
Everything.
Eileen
couple
March 29, 2026
“Fantastic accommodation”
Very affordable , spotless
Susanne
solo_traveller
March 25, 2026
“Good for one night, but not many amenities in room to expect.”
Good shower and en-suite bathroom.
Denise
solo_traveller
March 22, 2026
“Highly recommended.”
Immaculately clean. Friendly local staff, who take the time to orientate you through the communal kitchen and dining area where an included Continental breakfast is self serve. Close to river walks, attractions like Mary Robinson's House and a five minute walk to best craic in Ballina's awesome pub culture and Arts Centre.
Anthony
family_with_children
March 13, 2026
“Good spot to stay, good Town to visit..”
Continental style, basic but good.
Laura
couple
March 8, 2026
“Highly recommended”
Really lovely and helpful staff and a great location.
Patrick
solo_traveller
February 14, 2026
Great stay😊 👍
Crean
couple
February 3, 2026
“Stay was very uncomfortable i think each room should have a television”
Veery poor quality no tv in room overall very uncomfortable no towels to shower either
Facilities
Activities
Hiking, Tennis court
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Family rooms, Bicycle parking
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Safety & security
24-hour security, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Services
Shared lounge/TV area
Family Room
The family room offers air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 5 beds.
Family Room with Private Bathroom
The family room offers air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 3 beds.
Family Suite
The family room offers air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 3 beds.
Deluxe Double Room
The double room provides air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower.
Deluxe Double Room
The double room features air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room
The double room features air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room
The double room features air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
The dormitory room offers air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 5 beds.
4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
The dormitory room offers air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 4 beds.
Comfort Triple Room
The triple room provides air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Triple Room
The triple room features air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 3 beds.
Economy Twin Room
The twin room provides air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
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