Faqs
Please see below a list of our frequently asked questions.
Check In / Check Out
At what time is check-in?
Hotels rooms are available from 3.30pm onwards.
At what time is check-out?
Check-out is at 12.00noon.
Can I organise an early check-in?
Early check-in is subject to availability by phoning the hotel on the day.
Can I request a late check out?
Yes, late check outs are done by request at a cost of €20 per hour.
What is the reception opening hours?
The reception is open 24 hours, our reception team will be at your service day and night.
Reservations
What is the best price guarantee?
When booking through our website www.theellsionhotel.ie, or directly by phone +353 94 9286200, we guarantee, that you will get the best available rate.
Are the rates per person or per room?
All prices, unless stated otherwise on our website, are on a per-room-basis.
Can I also book breakfast online? What does it cost?
The Ellison hotel do offer packages where breakfast is already included in the rate. For rates which do not have breakfast included, there is of course the possibility to have breakfast. To add breakfast to a Room Only booking costs €15.00 per adult or €7.50 per child. Breakfast times can be booked upon arrival.
Can children share my room?
Yes, children are welcome to stay in our family rooms. To request a family room or with more specific accommodation requests please contact us on 094 9286200 and we’d be happy to assist.
Do you offer wheelchair accessible rooms?
Yes, the hotel has wheelchair accessible rooms with appropriate accessible equipment, when making a reservation please note on the booking that a wheelchair accessible room is required.
When is my card charged for my reservation?
Payment Policy: All credit cards/ Debit cards provided to make the reservation will be charged in full 24 hours in advance of your stay, or if booked on a third-party website payment will be taken 48 hours in advance of your stay. Advance purchase rates are charged in full at time of booking and are non-refundable.
What is the hotels cancellation policy?
Cancellation Policy: Bookings must be cancelled by 4pm the day before arrival. In the event a cancellation after this time, or of a no show, the cost of the first night’s stay will be charged. All third-party website cancelations must be processed through their website and are subject to their terms and conditions.
How do I book groups into the hotel?
For group bookings on five or more rooms please contact our reservations team on 094 9286200 or email reservations@theellisonhotel.ie, group terms & conditions apply.
Bedroom Facilities
Does the hotel have family or interconnecting guestrooms?
Our executive guestrooms accommodate 3 guests with one double bed and one single bed. Family Deluxe rooms accommodate 2 adults and 2 children. We have a limited number of Interconnecting rooms, to accommodate 2 adults and 3 children. Please contact the Hotel for further details. For further information on our room types click here.
Do you offer wheelchair accessible rooms?
Yes, the hotel has wheelchair accessible rooms with appropriate accessible equipment, when making a reservation please note on the booking that a wheelchair accessible room is required.
Do you offer tea/coffee making facilities in the guestrooms?
Tea and coffee making facilities are available in all guestrooms.
Do you provide irons and ironing boards for use during my stay?
Yes, irons and an ironing boards are available in every guestroom.
Do you have a hair dryer in the rooms?
Yes all guestrooms have a hair dryer.
Does the hotel supply cots for babies / small children?
A number of cots are available. Please inform reservations of your requirements at the time of booking.
Is WIFI available at the hotel / in the guestrooms?
WIFI is available free of charge in the guestrooms and public areas.
Hotel Facilities
Is WIFI available at the hotel / in the bedrooms?
WIFI is available free of charge in the bedrooms and public areas.
Can I bring my pet?
The Hotel has a no pet policy, only certified service dogs are permitted in our hotel. There are two pet boarding kennels within a 20 to 40 minutes’ drive of the hotel.
Owenwee Boarding Kennels- Westport- 098 21924 and Massbrook Boarding Kennels- Foxford- 094 9256310.
Are smoking rooms available at the hotel?
Smoking is not permitted. We would like to advise you that The Ellison is a non-smoking hotel. A fee of €200 will be charged for any exceptional cleaning work required as a result of your stay.
Is there lift access to the rooms?
There is lift access to all hotel floors and to the multi-story carpark.
Does the Ellison Hotel have a restaurant?
The Siar Restaurant is located on the ground floor of the Hotel open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner daily.
What is there to do around the hotel?
Take a look at our Places of Interest/ Thing to Do pages: CLICK HERE
Do you have a leisure centre?
No, we do not have a leisure centre, there is astate of the art public leisure centre within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, go to: www.leisurecomplexloughlannagh.ie for further information.
Siar Restaurant & Bar
Does the Ellison Hotel have a restaurant?
The Siar Restaurant is located on the ground floor of the Hotel. For more information click here.
What time is breakfast served?
Breakfast is served daily from 7.00am – 10.00am Monday to Friday and 8.00am – 11.00am Saturday and Sunday
How much does breakfast cost?
The cost for breakfast is €15.00 per adult or €7.50 per child.
What time is lunch served?
Lunch is served daily from 12.30pm - 3.00pm and Sunday Lunch is served from 1pm to 4pm. For lunch Menu click here. Booking is essential, please contact the phone 094 9286200 or email info@theellisonhotel.ie.
What time is dinner served?
Dinner is served daily from 6.00pm – 9.00pm, click here to see menu. Booking is essential, please contact the phone 094 9286200 or email info@theellisonhotel.ie.
Can I book a group dinner reservation for special occasions?
Yes, please contact the hotel for further information, phone 094 9286200 or email info@theellisonhotel.ie.
Allergies or special dietary requirements.
If you suffer from any allergies, it is very important that the exact nature of such allergies is notified to us at the time of booking or If you have any special dietary requirements, please notify us at time of booking.
Meeting and Events Facilities
Do you have meeting room facilities?
We offer a range of meeting rooms and event suites, with capacity for up to 100 delegates, providing a choice of room layout tailored to your requirements to include room hire, coffee breaks, light lunch, dinner and bed and breakfast packages. Extensive car parking facilities are available at the hotel at no extra charge for all of our customers.
The following are included in our Meeting Room Hire packages:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Conference Notepads & Pens
- Free Car Parking for all delegates
- Complimentary Water & Mints
- Comfortable Seating
- Adaptable conference furniture
- LCD TV – 65” monitors for your presentation needs
- Double Sockets
- Black out blinds
- Flip Chart and Markers
- White Board and Marker
Please click here to view our Meeting & Events Brochure.
Payment / Cancellation Policy
When is my card charged for my reservation?
Payment Policy: All credit cards/ Debit cards provided to make the reservation will be charged in full 24 hours in advance of your stay, or if booked on a third-party website payment will be taken 48 hours in advance of your stay. Advance purchase rates are charged in full at time of booking and are non-refundable.
What is the hotels cancellation policy?
Cancellation Policy: Bookings must be cancelled by 3pm the day before arrival. In the event a cancellation after this time, or of a no show, the cost of the first night’s stay will be charged. All third-party website cancelations must be processed through their website and are subject to their terms and conditions.
Car parking
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, complimentary carparking is available for all hotel guests. The hotel guest carpark is the multi-storey car park adjacent to the hotel, with direct access to the hotel.
Do you have disabled parking available?
There are parking spaces closest to the hotel entrance which are reserved for guests with mobility difficulties. We also have designated parking spaces in the multi-storey carpark adjacent to the hotel.
Do you have an Electric Vehicle Charging Point?
No, the nearest Electric Vehicle Charging Point is in Circle K Service station straight across the road from the Ellison Hotel
Transport / Directions
Where exactly is the Ellison Hotel?
The Ellison Hotel is located in Castlebar, Co. Mayo. For directions to the Ellison Hotel please see our directions page HERE.
What public transport is close by?
We are located 1 minute walking distance from the main Bus Service in Castlebar, and 5-minute by car to the Train Station.
Please go to www.irishrail.ie to check out Train Times.
Please go to www.buseireann.ie to check out Bus Times.
Where is the nearest airport?
Ireland West Knock Airport 46 km. By car 35 minutes
Dublin Airport 247 km. By car 3 hours
Shannon Airport 180 km. By car 2hrs 20 minutes
Belfast Airport 280 km. By car 3 hrs 30 minutes
What are the GPS Coordinates to get to the Ellison Hotel?
If you are using satellite navigation system our location details are:
Latitude: 53.84645
Longitude: 9.30611
PON Code: KVV 350X
EIRCODE: F23 V279