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Galway City, on the West coast of Ireland, is well known for its fantastic sites and attractions.
Within the city itself are amazing places including Galway City Museum, Eyre Square and Galway Cathedral.
As for natural features, the Galway Bay creates breathtaking scenery and you can catch these amazing views of the ocean from your hotel room, patio or terrace.
These beautiful features have made Galway popular among travellers and hence there are many hotels, hostels and guest houses offering all types of accommodation for guests.
I’ve created this roundup of Galway city hotels and hostels to give you options of where to stay in Galway.
Hopefully, this will help you get something that suits your style and budget.
Planning your travels and accommodation doesn’t have to be complicated and strenuous. That’s why we’ve always used Booking.com & Agoda and recommend that you do so too. Both tools are so easy to use. Booking.com’s website gives a simple and clear ranking system for various hotels, hostels and guesthouses. They also highlight the main features which guide you when deciding on what kind of accommodation you would like.
More to that, Booking.com offers the best prices. Since they have one of the biggest range of hotels and hostels, you can choose whichever fits your budget. In case you come across a lower price listed somewhere else for the same accommodation, guess what, when you inform Booking.com, they’ll refund you the extra amount.
The more you use Booking.com, the better. You can get into their Genius loyalty program and get access to some exciting perks and discounts.
Agoda offer similarly competitive rates, especially with their flash deals In order to get the most out of Agoda, I recommend booking properties that offer AgodaCash. This is a cashback system that gives you future credit for making certain bookings.
It’s a great system that rewards you for using them again and again; I find that Agoda offers great deals for higher end properties, as opposed to the cheaper ones.
Either way, to get the best deal overall, you can use the links below to check prices on both sites.
Best luxury hotel in Galway
Best mid-range Galway hotel
Best budget accommodation in Galway
Best luxury hotel in Galway
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Featuring a grand golf course and breathtaking views of Lough Corrib just outside Galway City is Glenlo Abbey Hotel. This is among the best luxury hotels in Galway City. The world-class service you get here is unmatched. The staff are super hospitable and go above and beyond their call of duty to ensure you have the best experience possible.
You will want to make use of the estate bikes and cycle around this property to take in all its beauty. When you are done with exploring, you can indulge in some of the paid activities like falconry, fishing or archery. And if you’re into golf, then definitely enjoy the 138-acre course.
The rooms here are en suite and designed for celebrity treatment. They are spacious and luxurious. A unique experience also awaits you at the Pullman Restaurant aboard the historic Pullman train carriage. All these and more make Glenlo Abbey one of the top 5-star hotels in Galway.
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This 4-star hotel is one of the best places to stay in Galway. It’s strategically located. A walking distance to the city centre and Eyre Square. At the property, guests have access to 3 restaurants where they can get breakfast and dinner. All deliciously made. You can have a taste of Irish cuisine as it is one of the delights served here.
Galmont hotel is definitely a contender for the best accommodation in Galway. The rooms are equipped with large luxurious beds with cosy bedding. Each room has its own seating area, LCD TV, free WiFi and private bathroom.
You can enjoy swimming in the indoor pool here. To cater to families travelling with little ones, there’s also a children’s pool. The spa centre has a gym, sauna and hot tub. And you can treat yourself to a nice massage.
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This luxury hotel located on a beachfront overlooks the Salthill Promenade and Galway Bay. This location is ideal for sightseeing and taking walks. You can rent a bike and explore the surrounding area if you wish.
Accommodation in Salthill Hotel is very comfortable and elegant. You can watch cable TV in your room as you enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. Free WiFi is also available. Each room has a private bathroom, hairdryer and toiletries. You can select a room with a sea view or sit on the outside furniture and admire the same breathtaking view of the ocean.
One of the best facilities in this 4-star hotel is The Ocean Fitness Centre. Who said you have to get out of shape when on holiday? With this kind of fitness facility, you can continue your exercise routines as usual. There’s a large indoor swimming pool, a spacious gym and daily fitness classes.
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Are you looking for accommodation that feels like a home away from home? Then we highly recommend Jameson Court Apartments. These 4-star apartments are in an ideal location offering views of Galway Bay and views of the Salthill village from some of the apartments.
The apartments are spacious and feature double bedrooms which are all en suite. There’s a living area, a separate kitchen and free basement parking. All the apartments and fully furnished. In the kitchens, you’ll get a stove, dishwasher and washing machine. The living areas are equipped with TVs, DVD players and comfortable sofas. These apartments definitely compete for first place with some of the best hotels in Galway City.
From this property, you’ll be pleased to know that you’re just a walking distance from the beach, Galway city centre and Galway Golf Club. But even within this Salthill Village, you have a good selection of bars and restaurants.
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You’ll love staying at this 3-star hotel. It’s made to fit solo-travellers, couples and families alike. The location, to begin with, is perfect. It’s about 2.4 km from Galway city centre. You can catch a bus right outside the hotel and head out to explore the city. Greyhound Stadium and Connacht Rugby are just a walking distance away.
The rooms in Connacht hotel are very clean and comfortable. If you would like to remain indoors, you have a few things to keep you busy. You can browse the internet and keep in touch with friends back home using free WiFi. You can also catch up on your favourite programs on cable TV provided in each room.
Before your stay is over, also take time to utilize the excellent fitness centre. There’s a steam room, sauna, hot tub and a gym. Based on these reasons, The Connacht Hotel is clearly among the best hotels to stay in Galway.
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For travellers looking for nice boutique hotels, The Nest Boutique Hostel offers a variety of rooms to choose from. There are regular rooms, family rooms and dormitories. According to your budget, you can book whichever suits you best. Dormitories have bunk beds that are very comfortable.
The private rooms in this property either come with shared bathrooms or private bathrooms and some even have a seating area. Either way, all the rooms are clean and well maintained. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The staff at the 24-hour front desk is always available and helpful to ensure you have a comfortable stay.
There’s a shared kitchen that’s well equipped and a shared lounge/TV area for guests to relax. The interior of this hostel is beautifully and uniquely decorated and creates a warm and cosy feeling.
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For a guest house, Adare really offers great accommodation. The rooms are equipped with TVs and cable channels. Each has a private bathroom with a shower, a bath and a hairdryer. There’s also a seating area with a desk where guests can relax when in their rooms. Bed linen is provided as well.
Adare Guesthouse is well positioned. It provides access to most of the attractions and sceneries in Galway. The city itself is just a 5-minutes walk away. Galway Sports Pavilion and Gateway Retail Park are also about a couple of minutes away. You can easily access a good number of restaurants and bars from this guest house also.
The outdoor space of this property has a sun deck where guests can relax and mingle. There’s also a garden where a few crops have been planted and this creates a refreshing surrounding at Adare Guesthouse.
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When looking for budget hotels in Galway? Galway City Hostel should definitely be on your list of options. This adults-only hostel is centrally located. It’s next to Galway Bus and Railway Station. There are also a number of attractions just a few minutes walk away including Eyre Square, Galway Cathedral and the Spanish Arch.
The dorms here are clean and colourful. You can choose to stay in a mixed dormitory, female-only or male-only. The bunk beds are also quite comfortable and each has a curtain which allows for some privacy.
Staff at Galway City Hostel are very kind and helpful. They can assist in planning for tours around the city. At the tour desk, you’ll also get free maps and ticket services. The hostel also offers a delicious continental breakfast for every guest. As for the rest of your meals, you can cook for yourself or eat out at the nearby restaurants.
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Featuring both private rooms and dormitories, Kinay House Hostel offers cheap accommodation in Galway right at the corner of Eyre Square. This hostel offers great value for travellers on a budget. If you choose to stay in dorms, you’ll have a curtain attached to your bunk bed for privacy.
Free breakfast is served and there’s a well equipped shared kitchen if you wish to cook other meals for yourself. Hanging out with other travellers is so easy here. The common room has a pool table, TV and other fun activities that guests can enjoy together.
If you would like to explore Galway, then this hostel is ideally located for that. It’s close to many attractions. There are several tour buses that leave just outside the front door of the hostel every morning. So you can easily head to places like the Cliffs of Moher, Aran Island and Connemara.
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Low hotel prices should not mean compromising on basic standards and comfort and Savoy Hostel knows this very well. This adult-only hostel offers comfortable accommodation featuring mixed and female-only dorms. Your luggage is safe here since there are lockers available under the bunk beds where you can lock away your belongings.
There is free breakfast served here, free WiFi accessible anywhere within the property and free computer use in the common room. The common room also has nice comfy sofas where guests can sit, a pool table and a TV. It’s a great spot to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring Galway.
There’s a 24-hour front desk available. The staff can give you recommendations on where to tour and even help you book your tours. Savoy Hostel is located close to the Spanish Arch, Galway City Museum, Aran Island and many more attraction sites which you can visit.
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Galway is a great travel destination for people who like sceneries, sightseeing and talking walks. There is no shortage of places to visit and things to do here. For example:
These are just but a few of the places to visit in Galway. For a more in-depth guide, check out our other post on things to do in Galway.
Do you now understand why Galway is one of the best places to visit in Ireland? There are so many things you can get up to here. And at the same time, you’ve got so many comfortable and even luxurious accommodation options either in hotels, hostels or guesthouses. Let us know if our review above has been helpful the next time you visit Galway.
