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We are a family run Bed and Breakfast in Athlone which is in the centre of Ireland. Explore the local lake and countryside from here or just break your journey to and from Dublin Airport. 90 minutes from airport and enjoy your first or last night of you vacation without the hassle of city parking.
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I’m really really disappointed with this b n b. I booked for 29 Nov ( inadvertently non refundable) on booking.com and money was taken out on 25th with no changes after that. My son contacted me on 25th to take care of granddaughter as mom’s labour was being started on 27th, 3weeks early for medical reasons. I notified bnb I couldn’t take the room. I flew out on 27th and what started as a “natural” labour start by sweep before being induced later if necessary became a medical emergency that evening. The bnb was extremely unsympathetic and uncaring. I honestly can’t believe anyone could be so unkind to not refund the money as I had given a few days notice. They only offered 25% off on the next booking and only if they could fill the room on this occasion. As if I would really want to pay them more money. I sincerely hope that if they ever find themselves in the same type of predicament as I had that their hosts will be kind and compassionate towards them.…
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Mark Egan, Owner at Shannonside House B&B
Responded 3 Dec 2023
I had explained to you that your booking had fallen into the time when there was no cancellation. These policies are clearly visible on the booking.com websites at the time you booked. As your reason for cancelling may indeed of been genuine I was fair to you in offering discount to you on a future date if the room rebooked. Many quests book accomadation in advance and not at the last minute and as it turned out the room was empty and did not rebook. This is the reason a period of free cancellation is in place and in your case the booking was non refundable. I have booked nonrefundable rates personally knowing that no changes were possible and I would lose out if my plans changed. To put negative remarks like this on a public platform is disappointing when in fact I was being very fair and I had explained this to you in correspondence.
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Very pleasant 1 nights stay at Shannonside Bed and Breakfast. Extremely friendly and welcoming, house had a “lovely feel”. Bedroom very comfortable, tea making facilities and 2 bottles of water. Very comfortable sitting room for guests to relax in the evening. My brother-in-law who was travelling with us from Australia gave it 15/10
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Plenty onsite parking
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Absolutely beautiful B&B. The place was spotlessly clean. Our room again was spotless, airy and bright. Located in a lovely quiet area which in turn gave us a comfortable nights sleep. Mark and Linda were great hosts making us feel very welcome in their house. If we are ever up in Athlone again we will definitely be booking Shannonside House. I highly recommended it.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The place was spotless clean. The rooms are very cozy and have their own bathrooms. Very conveniently placed at walking distance from Athlone center. The owners are very friendly and a hoot to chat with. Oh, and be sure to get the full Irish breakfast. It is delicious.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Very cozy place with great hosts. Made us feel welcome from get go. Room was exactly as promised. Comfortable beds, large storage and coffee, tea and biscuits available. The highlight for our 10 year old son was when he was able to meet the 2 lovely dogs the hosts had in their private quarters. If we will have the opportunity to come back to Athlone we will stay here again. 😊
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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The place is very clean and well preserved with nice rooms. Owners are vey nice and helpful who gave excellent recommendations for restaurants and other visits. Breakfast is good. It is located at 10 minutes walk from town center
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Date of stay: November 2022
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An absolute gem very close to town but in a quiet area. Rooms are lovely, clean and comfortable, with great facilities, and the breakfast is great. Mark and Linda are lovely hosts and really look after you. Great value, a must-stay! Will be back!
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Would highly recommend this beautiful guest house mark and Linda are lovely people and looked after us really well. The room was absolutely spotless and the breakfast 2nd to none . A must stay if anyone visits athlone with town centre 5 mins walk away. We will definitely be back there
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We were made to feel at home from the very beginning. Thank you Linda. The rooms were very nice and we could not fault the facilities. The breakfast was plentiful, delicious and great value for money. There was ample free parking. The location was quiet and only a very short walk into town. I would highly recommend a stay.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Room Tip:If you’re unsure of anything, ask the host. She’s very helpful.
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A lovely facade and garden await you at this great location in Athlone. A very nice breakfast, breakroom and lounging area were greatly appreciated. Rooms were well appointed, beds were comfortable and the hosts were friendly and welcoming.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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€116 - €118 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
IrelandProvince of LeinsterCounty WestmeathAthlone
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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