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Set in a period house, right opposite the bus stop to Galway city centre and 400 metres from the beach, St Judes B&B sits in a landscaped garden. It features a shared lounge with TV, free WiFi in the common areas and free private parking available on site.

Interesting and tasty choice of breakfast options beyond the ubiquitous 'full Irish'. Salthill is a combination of the bay and the city. The house is characterful and distinctive.

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9.3
Superb
217 reviews
Price from
€ 165
per night

The Stop is 5 minutes’ walk from the centre of Galway and half a mile from the coast. This 1930s property offers stylish rooms and a contemporary feel throughout, complemented by modern art work.

The rooms are individually decorated and include heating and a private bathroom. There is also free WiFi.

Cozy place run by friendly people.

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9.2
Superb
679 reviews
Price from
€ 173
per night

Overlooking Galway Bay, this bed and breakfast boasts bright, luxurious decor and fresh breakfasts cooked to order. With free parking, Claremount House is situated next to Salthill beach and just up from Salthill main promenade.

Owners were wonderful and the house was lovely

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9.3
Superb
294 reviews
Price from
€ 200
per night

Looking out over beautiful Galway Bay, this 5-star bed and breakfast offers free Wi-Fi, free parking, delicious breakfasts and charming accommodation with luxurious memory foam mattresses.

The Sea Breeze Lodge B&B Galway is just 3.5 km from Galway’s city centre and its harbour. The lodge is located on the main coast road in Salthill, a seaside suburb of Galway.

Delicious breakfast - cozy ambiance Very attentive service! Welcome drink! Snacks, drinks and fruits offered complimentary in your room! 😊

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9.6
Exceptional
471 reviews
Price from
€ 248.40
per night

Each room at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate features an en suite marble bathroom with power shower, free Wi-Fi, luxury toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, and a flat-screen TV.

The Pullman Restaurant aboard the Orient Express at the Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate offers a unique dining experience and afternoon tea is served daily. Converted into a restaurant car maintaining its original character, these historic Pullman train carriages offer two dining rooms. Palmers Bar & Kitchen, situated in the main hotel is ideal for casual dining and it has a varied menu, lively atmosphere and cosy surroundings. The River Room Restaurant boasts elegant surroundings.

The staff and facilities were just what we needed for a quick escape to Galway. We had a 6 month year old and they were wonderfully attentive. Their Christmas displays are amazing too. One of the best stays I’ve had anywhere in Ireland.

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9.1
Superb
690 reviews
Price from
€ 469
per night

On the banks of the River Corrib in Galway city centre, the award-winning Herons Rest Boutique accommodation offers two self-catering townhouses with a gourmet breakfast box included. Featured in Conde Nast Traveller, The Irish Times and Food & Travel Magazine among others, its rooms look out over picturesque Claddagh Harbour, and offer free Wi-Fi throughout.

Comfortable, and great location. Parking garage very convenient. Lovely breakfast basket included with Irish goods.

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9.2
Superb
94 reviews
Price from
€ 331
per night

Nox Hotel Galway just off Headford Road, within walking distance of Galway city centre. Free WiFi access is available and the property offers free parking.

Each room has a flat-screen TV and temperature control via a thermostat. Featuring a shower, the bathrooms also come with a hairdryer.

Nice, clean, and modern place to stay in Galway. The location is a bit removed from the city center but only a 5 minute drive. The room and facilities were good and comfortable. Good breakfast.

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8.4
Very good
4,879 reviews
Price from
€ 129
per night

Situated just 5 minutes’ drive from Galway’s busy city centre, The Huntsman Inn offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking. This boutique hotel has a popular bar and restaurant, overlooking Lough Atalia.

Comfortable, great beds, clean, great staff

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8.5
Very good
1,727 reviews
Price from
€ 180
per night

Offering free parking just 8 minutes’ walk from Galway’s centre, Ash Grove House offers freshly cooked, full Irish breakfasts. In a quiet, residential location, the B&B is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Galway Cathedral.

Very friendly and energetic guest, wide choice of breakfasts, you can walk both to the City center and to the Unviversity of Galway.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,518 reviews
Price from
€ 115
per night

Overlooking Eyre Square in the heart of Galway, The Skeffington Arms offers bright, modern rooms, a vibrant bar and restaurant, and Galway‘s largest cocktail bar. The stylish bar includes a 10 foot-high HD big screen.

Definitely the room in general, the attention with details that I asked and the perfect location in front of Eyre Square. Also, the pub downstairs which is one of the most beautiful in town with live music, sports and good beer. I will come back some day.

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8.7
Fabulous
2,539 reviews
Price from
€ 194
per night

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  • The Stop
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 679 reviews

    The Stop is 5 minutes’ walk from the centre of Galway and half a mile from the coast. This 1930s property offers stylish rooms and a contemporary feel throughout, complemented by modern art work.

    Clean, comfortable, friendly and very well located

  • The Hardiman
    Breakfast options
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,550 reviews

    The rooms feature a comfortable bed and a marble bathroom with designer toiletries. Rooms also feature a flat-screen chromecast TV, complimentary WiFi and press reader.

    Such a beautiful hotel and the location is perfect

  • Harbour Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,800 reviews

    Situated on Galway's picturesque waterfront, Harbour Hotel offers modern rooms including, air-conditioning, free WiFi, bluetooth speakers and onsite car parking.

    Comfortable rooms , lovely atmosphere,lovely staff

  • The Galmont Hotel & Spa
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,077 reviews

    The Galmont Hotel & Spa overlooks Galway Bay and is just 200 metres from Eyre Square. It has an award-winning restaurant, Spirit One Spa and Energize fitness and leisure.

    The food was amazing, staff always smiling, and amazing stay in the jacuzzi

  • The g Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,004 reviews

    G, You Look Good to Me! An outstanding style icon on the west of Ireland hotel scene, Galway’s g Hotel has upped the style stakes even further in a dramatic one-million-euro refurbishment of its...

    Good breakfast, but not fantastic. Dinner was beautiful

  • Park House Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,814 reviews

    In central Galway, the Park House Hotel blends the warmth and personality of a boutique hotel with 4-star luxury. It offers an award-winning restaurant and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Loved how peaceful it was ,such a relaxing atmosphere

  • Clayton Hotel Galway
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,921 reviews

    This contemporary hotel with leisure facilities and free parking is located opposite Galway Racecourse, just outside Galway city.

    The fitness facility, pool and sauna were excellent.

  • Sea Breeze Lodge B&B Galway
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 470 reviews

    Looking out over beautiful Galway Bay, this 5-star bed and breakfast offers free Wi-Fi, free parking, delicious breakfasts and charming accommodation with luxurious memory foam mattresses.

    The whole experience was 110% we couldn't fault it

Great access to the city centre! Check these boutique hotels in Galway

  • The Herons Rest Boutique Accommodation
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 94 reviews

    On the banks of the River Corrib in Galway city centre, the award-winning Herons Rest Boutique accommodation offers two self-catering townhouses with a gourmet breakfast box included.

    so convenient to pubs and restaurants, beautiful view

  • The Western Citypoint Apartments
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,522 reviews

    Each of these city-centre apartments has a great location close to Eyre Square. The property offers free underground parking for one vehicle per apartment.

    Reception were lovely!! Location was the best. So clean!

  • The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,093 reviews

    In Galway’s historic Latin Quarter, The House is an elegant, 4-star hotel just off Quay Square and the Spanish Arch.

    Central location in Galway City at the Spanish Arch

  • 7 Boutique Hotel
    Central location
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,127 reviews

    7 Cross Street is a 600-year old medieval building that mixes original character and modern facilities.

    Amazing location, right in the heart of the action

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Galway

  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,538 reviews
    It was beautiful! Such an amazing central location - almost right on Eyre Square. The hotel was stunning - the bar was really funky design with scrumptious cocktails!! Had the best nights sleep in those beds - absolutely amazing!! Breakfast was delicious and every staff we encountered were so friendly and helpful!! Could not fault this hotel - it was made a great trip with friends made even better !!!
    Barrett
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: € 260.10
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,382 reviews
    Lovely welcome from friendly staff with big smiles 😃 Gorgeous design, artwork and decor. Well stocked mini bar, Lovely bathroom with robes (couldn't find the slippers though!). Comfy bed, hair dryer and straighteners. The utdoor heated pool was a surprise and beautiful on a cold rainy day! Great cocktails in Sophies on the rooftop. Excellent service in Sophies too but we didn't have dinner, just drinks.
    Jo
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,585 reviews
    This is a really nice boutique hotel, which excels in paying attention to detail in the design of the rooms. I have stayed here several times and will undoubtedly stay here again. The decor is simple, tasteful, and very functional, something that I like. The room was very clean, as was the bathroom and the shower. The food served by the restaurant is nice, and the portions just right (no food wastage).
    L
    Lars
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 198.55
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,462 reviews
    I love this hotel. The interior design is really cool and everything is very nice and clean. The staff are lovely and the location is amazing. It's super close to loads of great food spots and the nightlife is buzzing. I'd definitely stay here again.
    Aimee
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 260.10
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,382 reviews
    Great design, lovely facilities and really comfy. Staff were lovely.
    Paul
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 260.10
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,382 reviews
    The interior design and room furnishings are of such high quality and the mattress was so comfortable to sleep on. The heated outdoor pool and sauna/steam room is nice to try out too. Dinner in Sophies was lovely, again, the new build and style of the building is so nice.
    Marie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 260.10
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,382 reviews
    Lovely interior design, great staff! Would 100% recommend!
    Gillian
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,699 reviews
    Absolutely gorgeous design really modern and stylish. Reallly Cody beds and great blackout curtains.
    Fiona
    Family with young children
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,444 reviews
    Really clean, lovely fixings, stylish design. VERY comfy beds
    Aoife
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,889 reviews
    Great location Lovely clean hostel with cool interior design the start were fab too.
    Julie
    Family with young children

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