Title: Whitethorn Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Whitethorn Lodge Bed & breakfast in Ballina with free breakfast ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15660000/15655700/15655664/1ec6d3e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15660000/15655700/15655664/159cfdca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15660000/15655700/15655664/c315c3fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15660000/15655700/15655664/fa1dfd7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15660000/15655700/15655664/dba11f42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Whitethorn Lodge welcomes guests to its tranquil setting with a full breakfast each morning. Enjoy sunshine on the terrace, explore garden paths, or relax with WiFi. 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Clare, V94ER26 #### What's nearby - Killaloe Heritage Centre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Killaloe Cathedral - 3 min drive - 1.4 km - Tobermurragh - 5 min drive - 2.1 km - Killaloe Marina - 9 min drive - 2.8 km - National Water Activities Centre - 12 min drive - 7.3 km #### Getting around - Birdhill Station - 13 min drive - Shannon Airport (SNN) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive - ‪Goosers Bar & Restaurant - ‬19 min walk - ‪RAW Cafe & Pizzeria - ‬18 min walk - ‪Liam O'Riain's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Ponte Vecchio - ‬18 min walk ## About this property ### Whitethorn Lodge Upscale bed & breakfast Consider a stay at Whitethorn Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Smoke-free premises, a TV in the lobby, and a banquet hall Room features All guestrooms at Whitethorn Lodge have amenities such as free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers - Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/444000/443963/f2415f68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre Ballina - Pool - Hot tub - Kids pool - Waterslide 9.2 Wonderful 239 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=443963&PinnedHotelID=443963&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room crib ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - Banquet hall - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Free crib ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation. ### Property is also known as Whitethorn Lodge Clare Whitethorn Clare Whitethorn Lodge Ballina Whitethorn Ballina Whitethorn Lodge Ballina Whitethorn Lodge Bed & breakfast Whitethorn Lodge Bed & breakfast Ballina ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Whitethorn Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Whitethorn Lodge? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Whitethorn Lodge? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Whitethorn Lodge? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Whitethorn Lodge located? > Situated in Ballina, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Killaloe Cathedral and Brian Ború Heritage Centre. Lough Derg and Killaloe Heritage Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Whitethorn Lodge Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 40 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marquita Nov 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely lovely place and host ##### Marquita Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our hostess was welcoming and very helpful. She was able to get us reservations for dinner for five on a bank holiday ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trevor Sep 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely place to stay and good food ##### Trevor Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHRIS Sep 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent location and Great Service Anne was friendly and helped us find a nice restaurant nearby for dinner. Breakfast was delicious. Thanks Anne! ##### CHRIS Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison Sep 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Anne was a very welcoming host. She gave us excellent advice about a music night in the local pub which was wonderful. The breakfast was perfect and the room was spotlessly clean. I would definitely love to return. ##### Alison Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catina Sep 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Anne and Martin have an amazing home and abundant warmth and hospitality. Anne is the gift of hospitality. Anne realized how tired we were from being up all night encouraged us to take a rest. The in. Was so calm and cozy. Anne also spent time with us and encouraged us to see some sights we have never known about and what a blessing that advice was. She sat with us at breakfast and spent time getting to know us and learn about our lives and our interests. Anne went way above and beyond when I realized I left some important itemsnat her home and even drove to meet us to retrieve those items. Truly, an act of kindness and care. We will not forget our stay and would love to come back again and spend even more time next time. ##### Catina Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy Jun 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely fantastic place to stay..wish i booked for more than one day. Ann our hostess was so very helpful. We are on a genealogy trip and she had some great ideas which we gladly accepted and were.most helpful. The property is lovely. Breakfast plentiful. ##### Nancy Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Oct 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very pleasant hosts. Clean comfortable accommodation. Excellent breakfast. We look forward to returning on our next visit. ##### Mary Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas Oct 6, 2023 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ann was wonderful and the place perfect. ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard Sep 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities great b&b, friendly ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William Sep 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The BnB was lovely as was our host. Clean, helpful, and good food. ##### William Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara Jun 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Must stay there! Anazing place with great host! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/37E25A00F00EF88F4278138B00B723F7260D79CA1686931151389.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B89B563F470D82D0A56A7A0A205488029B8D939F1686931146412.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Barbara Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ted Jun 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Hostess is sweet and helpful. The area is semi rural and quiet. It's less than a mile to shops and dining. Easy to walk. Lots of parking which is great for Ireland. There is a sitting room to read, play games or chat. ##### Ted Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerald May 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The three of us had a delightful one-night stay at Whitehorn Lodge. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. It is conveniently located to explore Ballina and Killaloe. ##### Gerald Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverly Sep 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Scartlea Cottage is in a beautiful natural setting only minutes from Killarney and the many wonderful sights around Muckross House. Walks along the lane leading to the cottage saw cows, deer and numerous birds among the majestic trees. ##### Beverly Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mensur Sep 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities great experience ##### Mensur Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne Aug 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Extremely clean and comfortable. Irish hospitality at its best- hostess really helpful, Will return!! ##### Anne Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom Jul 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property was very comfortable and spacious. Anne was an excellent host, very friendly and informative. Expedia somehow double booked us for our second night so we had to leave after only one night. At the time of writing this review they still have not replied to my 3 emails. No problem with the property, just Expedia's customer service. ##### Tom Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken&Teri, Onoway, Alberta, Canada Sep 30, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Anne is a wonderful host who really wants you to get the most out of your visit to Killaloe/Ballina. As soon as she heard that I was researching my ancestry in the area, she put me in touch with a local lady that may be able to give me some answers. The house is beautiful. Parking is great and the home is well within walking range of downtown for a couple of young seniors like us. Highly recommended! ##### Ken&Teri Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 3, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great property We had the pleasure to stay at this property for four nights in August. As my wife is in a wheelchair it was a welcome relief to find accommodation that was fully wheelchair user friendly some of the larger hotels could learn from Anne the host. Every thing from breakfast to help finding dinning on a night was excellent. Many thanks to Anne for a great stay ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry Jul 12, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful stay Really enjoyed ground floor accommodation. Large and modern bedroom and bathroom. Easy walk to town. Anne was extremely helpful with suggestions on what to do and where to eat. Great breakfast too. ##### Terry Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter, Rbg Jun 14, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sehr freundliche Gastgeberin, hilft mit Tips und Info. Tolles Frühstück und schöne Zimmer in ruhiger Lage. ##### Peter Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 13, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great accomodation in a wonderful bed and breakfast with a very friendly host. Would highly recommend. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Mick, Sunshine Coast Aust. Oct 9, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very comfortable. Pleasant host who is very obliging. ##### Mick Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda Sep 21, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely find Super friendly, lovely rooms and great breakfast. Anne, hostess, was full of great suggestions in and around Ballina ##### Linda Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Commodore Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cobh-Hotels-Commodore-Hotel.h2226786.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Shannon-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Shannon-Airport.h1095.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Cong-Hotels-Ashford-Castle.h76936.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabra Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingscourt-Hotels-Cabra-Castle-Hotel.h114456.Hotel-Information) > > [Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Enniskerry-Hotels-Powerscourt-Hotel.h1680006.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Dublin-Airport.h1042443.Hotel-Information) > > [Dingle Skellig Hotel & Peninsula Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Dingle-Hotels-Dingle-Skellig-Hotel-Peninsula-Spa.h5282541.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick](https://www.expedia.ca/Limerick-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Spa.h898071.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone](https://www.expedia.ca/Athlone-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h1076553.Hotel-Information) > > [Rochestown Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Rochestown-Lodge-Hotel-Spa.h1094620.Hotel-Information) > > [Abbey Court](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Abbey-Court.h13231806.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Grand-Hotel.h45673.Hotel-Information) > > [Portmarnock Resort & Jameson Golf Links](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Portmarnock-Resort-Jameson-Golf-Links.h445188.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Thomastown-Hotels-Mount-Juliet-Estate.h891736.Hotel-Information) > > [Trump International Golf Links And Hotel Doonbeg Ireland](https://www.expedia.ca/Doonbeg-Hotels-Trump-International-Golf-Links-And-Hotel-Doonbeg-Ireland.h1579827.Hotel-Information) > > [Ballyseede Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Tralee-Hotels-Ballyseede-Castle.h525340.Hotel-Information) > > [Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Carlton-Hotel-Dublin-Airport-Hotel.h1453052.Hotel-Information) > > [Kilkea Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Kilkea-Hotels-Kilkea-Castle.h21240683.Hotel-Information) > > [The River Lee Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cork-Hotels-The-River-Lee-Hotel.h13650.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h77932.Hotel-Information) > > [Hodson Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Athlone-Hotels-Hodson-Bay-Hotel.h2197837.Hotel-Information) > > [Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Maldron-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h1331635.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h2226273.Hotel-Information) > > [The Granville Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Waterford-Hotels-The-Granville-Hotel.h13715.Hotel-Information) > > [Shamrock Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Athlone-Hotels-Shamrock-Lodge-Hotel.h4641300.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/del/toronto-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Sidney (YYJ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yyj/toronto-to-victoria) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Athens (ATH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/ath/calgary-to-athens) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Seeduwa - Katunayake (CMB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cmb/toronto-to-colombo) > > [flights from kamloops airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yka/flights-from-kamloops-airport)