I wish I could give 100 stars. This was our third visit and I never want to leave. From the minute you arrive everything is perfection. The house is very grand but not stuffy, everyone is wonderful, welcoming and happy to help with whatever you need. The food is next level perfection, the chef is so imaginative and every dish is perfectly prepared. We had a picnic at the picnic house which is a must do while at Ballyfin. The people who work there are the best, Lionel, Declan, Dimitry, I think her name is Ana in the dining room and many more are so incredible. There is so much to do, I usually just walk from room to room astonished by the level of work that has gone into the…
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Ballyfin Demesne
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About this stay
Ballyfin Demesne is a 5-star hotel in Portlaoise. Guests have free parking. 309 guest reviews give it an average of 4.9 out of 5.
No restaurant or breakfast is mentioned for Ballyfin Demesne, so check meal arrangements before you book. Outside there is free parking. Also on offer: health club.
Rooms at Ballyfin Demesne have free wi-fi. Services include dry cleaning service, laundry service and a lift.
Facilities
- Dry cleaning service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Health club
- Laundry service
- Lift
Location and getting there
Ballyfin Demesne is at Portlaoise. It is about 88 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport.
From Ballyfin Demesne, a car makes it easiest to reach the places around Portlaoise; buses link the larger towns, so check current timetables before travelling without one.
The closest other places to stay near Ballyfin Demesne are Summergrove House (7.3 km), The Maltings (7.9 km) and Roundwood House (8.1 km). Comparing them on the booking page shows which has rooms for your dates.
Portlaoise has 12 places to stay on this site: 7 hotels and 5 self-catering stays. The best rated of the others are The Heritage (4.6 from 2,330 reviews) and Midlands Park Hotel (4.5 from 3,534 reviews). Comparing them with Ballyfin Demesne on the booking page is the quickest way to see what is free on your dates.
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Places covered on this site within reach of Ballyfin Demesne, measured in a straight line; roads wind, so allow more time than the distance suggests.
- Kilkenny (47 km): A medieval city, from Kilkenny Castle to St Canice's Cathedral.
- Kilkenny Castle (47 km): A castle and parkland at the end of Kilkenny's Medieval Mile.
- Clonmacnoise (48 km): An early monastic site with high crosses and round towers beside the Shannon.
Guest reviews
Ballyfin Demesne averages 4.9 out of 5 across 309 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
We had the most wonderful stay at Ballyfin. The staff were fantastic, the food was exceptional, and the rooms were absolutely stunning. The activities are well worth doing, we loved the wine tasting, clay pigeon shooting, archery, and the carriage ride. The falconry experience was a real highlight and a must for animal lovers. Overall, Ballyfin is a truly special place that we can’t wait to return to.
Didn't stay but we had the carriage ride through the grounds followed by dinner and drinks. Lionel, who did the carriage ride, was a great guide and the grounds are spectacular. We opted for the a la carte dinner. Yes, all the food was high quality but I honestly think portion size on main course could be a bit bigger. Overall, a fabulous experience.
Good to know
- Families: no family facilities are mentioned; ask about cots and extra beds.
- Accessibility: wheelchair access is not mentioned; contact the property if it matters.
- Wi-fi: free wi-fi.
- Parking: free parking.
- Pets: ask before bringing a pet.
Before you book Ballyfin Demesne, check what the rate includes and the cancellation terms for your dates. The booking page on app.impt.io shows the live rate and inclusions for your exact party.
About staying in Portlaoise
Ballyfin Demesne is one of 2,525 places to stay outside the fifteen regions of this guide, 724 of them hotels, and one of 12 in Portlaoise. By guest score weighted for the number of reviews, it ranks 3 of the 297 rated stays there. The average guest score across them is 4.3 out of 5.
The closest region covered in depth on this site is Kilkenny, about 47 km from Ballyfin Demesne: A medieval city, from Kilkenny Castle to St Canice's Cathedral.
Browse all 2,525 stays elsewhere in Ireland, or the fifteen regions of Ireland.
Questions about Ballyfin Demesne
Where is Ballyfin Demesne?
Ballyfin Demesne is in Portlaoise, about 88 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. The closest other place to stay on this site is Summergrove House (7.3 km).
What type of stay is Ballyfin Demesne?
Ballyfin Demesne is a 5-star hotel.
What do guests say about Ballyfin Demesne?
Guests rate Ballyfin Demesne 4.9 out of 5 across 309 reviews. 3 reviews are quoted on this page.
What facilities does Ballyfin Demesne have?
Ballyfin Demesne offers free parking and wi-fi, among 6 facilities in all.
How far is Ballyfin Demesne from the airport?
Ballyfin Demesne is about 88 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. Road distances are longer.
Does Ballyfin Demesne have parking?
Yes, Ballyfin Demesne has free parking.
Is Ballyfin Demesne suitable for families with children?
No family facilities such as family rooms, cots or a playground are mentioned for Ballyfin Demesne. Ask the property about children's ages and beds before booking.
How do I check availability at Ballyfin Demesne?
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