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The Ice House Hotel


The Quay, Ballina, Ireland
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4 of 5 stars
sn00zy   13 contributions
Dublin, Ireland
Nov 27, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

On arrival we were delighted to enter the lovely warm reception as it was so cold and wet outside. We were quickly checked in and shown to our room which was one of the Heritage Suites. The suite was massive with a separate sitting room in addition to the sitting area in the bedroom. As this was in the old... more

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TheIceHouse, General Managers

Dear sn00zy Thank you for the great review. It is very pleasing that your overall experience with us was a positive one. We have taken on board the maintenance issues that you mentioned and have rectified these. We will also pass on your kind words to the restaurant staff who will be pleased that they made your dining experience memorable....

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1 of 5 stars
digifunk   1 contribution
dubliner
Nov 26, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

I decided to take my partner away to propose to her over a weekend and after reading the reviews on trip advisor i thought this place was going to be perfect. On arriving we were checked into a Suite which was very nice but as we walked down the corridor towards it after checking in we were informed by a... more

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5 of 5 stars
BelfastTraveller70   14 contributions
Belfast
Nov 25, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We have just spent our first wedding anniversary (and my birthday) at the Ice House, and it was wonderful! On arrival we were upgraded to an amazing suite, which made it even more special, and with the weather being what it was, we hardly left the hotel at all. Fantastic bar/restaurant by the river, with warm, welcoming staff. Had a... more

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TheIceHouse, General Managers

Dear BelfastTraveller70 Thank you for the lovely review. We are so pleased that we could make your first anniversary and birthday a special one. We would love to welcome you back for your second anniversary next year.... Kind Regards Clare O'Sullivan & Dara Cruise

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4 of 5 stars
BelfastAlex   2 contributions
Belfast
Nov 22, 2009

I booked this hotel for my mum's 70th birthday and mentioned the birthday at the time of booking. On arrival mum's deluxe room did not even have a bath and the birthday was never mentioned for the duration of the stay. After our long car journey our welcome was enthusiastic but insincere (you know how people ask a question but... more

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5 of 5 stars
Merlin42   1 contribution
dublin, ireland
Nov 21, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

The occasion - a celebration of our 5 year wedding anniversary. We arrived at the Ice House after a 3 hour drive from Dublin (roads much improved in recent years) on a wet and cold wintery evening. My wife and I are both business professionals who tend to be quite critical when it comes to attention to detail and thankfully... more

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TheIceHouse, General Managers

Dear Merlin42 Thank you greatly for the fabulous review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. We are delighted that you got to enjoy all of the hotel amenities and that they were to your satisfaction. We couldn't ask for a better review on the local places to visit, this will be of great help for...

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5 of 5 stars
woodo5   1 contribution
ireland
Nov 20, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

after reading the reviews before booking i noticed that some of the people are so picky when complaing bout this place, things happen, stuff gets delayed, its a fact of life get over it. Having said that our weekend was flawless. our room over looked the river, the girls in health suite fantasic. We had dinner in hotel first nite... more

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TheIceHouse, General Manager

Dear woodo5, Thanks for the glowing review, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay here in the hotel. Unfortunately we do at times have delays in getting drinks, dinner and other items to some guests and this can cause up-set to our guests. Thankfully you did not experience any of these issues. We are looking forward to welcoming you back...

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3 of 5 stars
khtrips   23 contributions
Boston, Massachusetts
Nov 11, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Stayed here for 2 nights last weekend. We arrived after a long drive from Dublin and were offered a glass of champagne upon checking in. We were sent to the drawing room to wait (15 minutes - still no champagne) and then finally went back to the desk and asked if our room was ready. We were a bit confused... more

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TheIceHouse, General Manager

Dear khtrips, Thank you for taking the time to post review, it is always very disappointing for us to hear that a guest arrived for a two night relaxing stay, then half way through it they discussed leaving. We did have challenges with our heating and I am extremely apologetic that it had a negative impact on you and your...

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5 of 5 stars
CarlaJamie   4 contributions
Ireland
Oct 28, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Stayed here with a friend for 2 nights in October. The hotel and rooms are beautiful, the rooms have a dvd player, a huge selection of music, gorgeous bathrooms with heated mirrors, really cozy beds and a stunning view of the river. The restaurant was really good, and the french waitress working there is really a credit to the hotel.... more

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TheIceHouse, General Managers

Dear CarlaJamie Thank you for the great review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay and made use of all the amenities on offer while you were here. We will gladly pass on your kind words to Emmanuel in the Restaurant, she certainly is a credit to the team here at the Ice House. We look forward to...

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5 of 5 stars
CavanNoeleen   3 contributions
cavan
Oct 26, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

we stayed in ice house for one night on a weekend away, we arrived in ballina with nowhere booked and drove around and seen this hotel and thought it looked fabulous so decided to stay for the night. hotel is beautiful, lovely mixture of old building and new. room was fantastic, what a view of the river. had a lovley... more

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TheIceHouse, General Managers

Dear CavanNoeleen We are delighted that you found us on your search for a place to stay. Thank you for the lovely review, we are just sorry that you didnt have a longer stay with us. Please keep us in mind for your next trip and be sure to try the Restaurant, you wont be disappointed!! Kindest Regards Claire O'Sullivan...

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5 of 5 stars
JB1Dublin   3 contributions
Dublin
Oct 23, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
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Just back from a 2 night stay in The Ice House Hotel and can't sing it's praises highly enough! My boyfriend/fiancé had booked it as a surpise, to celebrate our engagement, and I had read several reviews of the hotel prior to this, so I was thrilled when he announced that we were going there for a 2 night stay!... more

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TheIceHouse, General Managers

Dear JB1Dublin Thank you for the fantastic review. It's reviews like this that we strive for and make our day to read. We were very pleased that you enjoyed your engagement celebrations with us and so very glad that we got it right for you both. We would like to wish you both the very best for your upcoming wedding...

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Address: The Quay, Ballina, Ireland
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