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Shearwater Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Discover wellness from aromatherapy to yoga at this tranquil retreat, with shopping and evenings by the fireplace for perfect balance.

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The Shearwater Hotel & Spa offers riverside relaxation with upscale comfort. Guests can shop on-site, book aromatherapy treatments, or swim in the indoor pool. The experience includes fitness classes and a nearby library for quiet reading time.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
The current price is €109
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: EUR 25.00

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 28 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 10.00 per person
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Shearwater Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Shearwater Hotel & Spa?

As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shearwater Hotel & Spa on 1 Jun 2026 start from €109, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Shearwater Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Shearwater Hotel & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shearwater Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Shearwater Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for EUR 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Shearwater Hotel & Spa located?

This family-friendly Ballinasloe hotel is located on the riverwalk, within 3 mi (5 km) of Coral Leisure Centre and Ballinasloe Golf Club. Long Island and Battle of Aughrim Interpretive Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km). Ballinasloe Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 504 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly and polite Lovl big foyer Food and service was good Room was spacious
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous room. Warm room (not always the case with hotels) and lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Great stay. Lovely hotel. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel, friendly and professional staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had stayed many years ago and had forgotten what a lovely hotel. Spacious bright room and bathroom and convenient carparking in basement carpark with access to reception. Courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Great pool and hot tub area. Staff very friendly. Met some very nice people
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The space, the staff excellent 👌
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay. Place to stay when touring Midland.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a little run down. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Surprised at the size of the hotel for its location. The sound of water rushing to fill a tank in the middle of the night was unexpected!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel for weekend stay.

Hotel is surprisingly big and very nice. Especially entrance reception area. Room wee bit used but clean. Pool busy need more attention for cleaning. Just one sauna was working that night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable rooms and beds. Only covering is a too hot comforter. I need a top sheet. I didn’t ask. Everything else great. Luxury even. Close walk to stores pubs and cafes.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel 10/10

Excellent hotel. Very good service. Massive room and very comfortable beds. Very friendly receptionists. The TV in the room was massive. Short walk to the local amenities. Our room had a spacious patio. The lobby area where you sit down was like a little library very quirky with all the books and very luxurious comfy sofas. I walked past the bar area and it looked pretty trendy and plenty of people in it. Very big hotel over all. Highly recommended for anyone to stay here and very reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bobbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big rooom. Clean and cute. The bar looked adorable. Super nice staff (lady from nyc) would totally come again. It was so nice to stay in a jcie hotel after some sketch air bnbs. Just book this hotel if you are on the fence. Not too far of a drive from the cliffs, stopped at some castles on the way and stooped by a cute little town for sunset and dinner after the cliffs
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable and spacious room but noisy.

Room was very comfortable. Lovely leisure centre. There was a concert downstairs though so room was very noisy. It was due to finish at 10.30pm according to reception but didn’t finish until 11.15pm. Would think twice about staying again if there was a function on.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Shane

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Load noise in the room kept waking me up during the night. Room very cold.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and tidy. Bit loud corridor but not hotel’s fault
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, great facilities, very reasonable price and lovely friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RESHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is always friendly love staying here everything is close by and they have good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel. Staff was great, food was excellent, and the room was clean. Recommended. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location close to ballinasloe centre
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and friendly staff..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026