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Best (Boutique) Hotels in Galway Ireland City Centre

by Stefan DP
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Are you heading to Galway? Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, we have the best hotels in the city for you.

From luxury hotels like the Salthill Hotel and Glenlo Abbey to the best boutique hotels like The G Hotel, we have hotels in Galway to suit every visitor including hotels with pools, family rooms and hotels in the top locations.

Best Area to Stay in Galway Ireland?
If you’re visiting Galway the best areas to stay in Galway include Salthill’s Bay View where you can be close to the water and the many modern attractions or the city centre’s Quay Street, Latin Quarter or Eyre Square areas.

These are within walking distance of the best attractions that the city has to offer and are perfectly positioned to experience the best attractions of Galway including the local restaurants, pubs and live music which the city is so famous for. There are many hotels in all of these areas to choose from.

What is the most expensive hotel in Galway Ireland?
The most expensive hotel in Galway is the Glenlo Abbey Hotel, located just outside the city centre and boasting impressively luxurious five star accommodation. The onsite golf course attracts locals and tourists alike, and the amazing views over Lough Carrib and the dramatic local landscape make this one of the top hotels for a fantastic stay in the area.

What are the Best Hotels in Galway?

1. Glenlo Abbey Hotel

With a wonderful location just two miles outside the hustle and bustle of the city centre, the Glenlo Abbey Hotel is a five star hotel with excellent amenities including a golf course, fishing, archery and falconry onsite. Boasting amazing views over the dramatic landscape and Lough Corrib, this luxurious property boasts stunning guest rooms as well as a unique restaurant in a converted Orient Express dining car. There is also a cosy onsite bar as well as a second restaurant for guests to enjoy making this one of the very best hotels in Ireland.

2. Park House Hotel

The centrally located Park House Hotel offers boutique style elegance in its four star property. There is an award-winning restaurant onsite and the luxury bedrooms are decorated in natural, warm style with all modern conveniences. Guests can enjoy the onsite award-winning bar with its atmospheric ambience and when they’re ready to head out into the city, Eyre Square and the train station are only 200 yards away from the front door making this one of the best hotels for anyone arriving by rail.

3. Jurys Inn Galway

Boasting lovely views over Galway Bay, Jurys Inn Galway is on Quay Street, just a two minute stroll from St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church. There is an onsite restaurant which is decorated in contemporary style and which serves up international cuisine. There is also an onsite coffee bar serving fresh pastries and a bar serving snacks and lunches. The guest rooms are well-equipped and stylishly decorated, and the property is just a five minute walk away from the train station.

4. Menlo Park Hotel

Located in private grounds, the four star Menlo Park Hotel boasts elegant and spacious bedrooms just a fifteen minute walk from the centre of the city. You can easily access this property from main roads and with onsite free parking, it’s one of the best hotels for anyone arriving by car. All bedrooms are stylishly furnished and well equipped with all modern conveniences. The onsite restaurant serves hearty locally sourced cuisine and the onsite bar also serves carvery lunches and bar meals. The cathedral and town hall can be reached within a fifteen minute stroll and anyone with a car can reach the Bay in just ten minutes.

5. The Huntsman Inn

Located just a five minute drive from the city centre, The Huntsman Inn offers free private parking, making this one of the finest hotels for drivers. This boutique style property boasts modern guest rooms with stylish decor as well as an onsite restaurant and bar with views over Lough Atalia and a season menu featuring local produce. Live entertainment is provided at the weekends and Monday nights is quiz night, making this the best choice for anyone who wants to add a little extra value to their stay.

6. The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

Located in the historic Latin Quarter of the city, the House Hotel is a four star, elegantly designed property just off Spanish Arch and Quay Square. Set inside a traditional stone building, this property boasts art decor interiors paired with modern facilities. Each bedroom has been individually decorated and boasts all contemporary conveniences. The onsite Bistro serves up the best of modern Irish cuisine, and diners can choose to dine al fresco on the terrace. The onsite cocktail bar is the perfect place to enjoy a drink at the end of the day. Just a ten minute walk away from the cathedral, this hotel is within easy reach of Salthill and independent local boutiques making it one of the best located local hotels.

7. Clayton Hotel Galway – with Pool

The contemporary Clayton Hotel has excellent leisure facilities along with free parking in an excellent location opposite the racecourse and within easy reach of the city centre. With excellent links to local business parks, this is a wonderful choice for business travellers as well as for families looking for great facilities such as a swimming pool, bar and onsite restaurant. With its convenient location, this hotel is a perfect choice for exploring the local attractions.

8. The Connacht Hotel – with Pool

Located near Lough Atalia just 1.5 miles from the heart of the city, the Connacht Hotel has its own leisure complex with a 20 yard swimming pool, making this a great choice for families. The bedrooms are spacious, modern and bright, and are well equipped with all modern facilities. There is also a stylish onsite restaurant with a friendly, warm atmosphere as well as a bar which serves snacks and lunches as well as offering live music. Right outside the hotel is a bus stop with regular services to Galway centre.

9. The Galmont Hotel & Spa – with Pool & Spa

The beautiful Galmont Hotel and Spa has a wonderful location overlooking Galway Bay and only 200 yards away from Eyre Square. Onsite, there is an award-winning restaurant as well as a fitness and leisure centre and spa. The large guest rooms have luxurious amenities and modern conveniences while the Coopers Bar and Lounge serves food all day and offers access to a waterfront terrace. Just a five minute stroll from the city centre, this is one of the top hotels for anyone who wants the best of all worlds.

What are the 3 Best Boutique Hotels in Galway Ireland?

1. The g Hotel – Luxury

Close to Galway Bay, The g Hotel overlooks Lough Atalia and offers five star facilities including an award-winning spa and gym. The luxurious bedrooms were designed by Philip Treacy and are spacious and comfortable, with separate seating areas, beautiful bathrooms and contemporary amenities. The onsite restaurant services up local cuisine with a European touch and the onsite cocktail bar is glamorous and elegant. The city centre can be reached within a five minute drive and Eyre Square can be reached within a fifteen minute stroll making this one of the best hotels for walkers and drivers alike.

2. The Lane

If you’re looking for great value hotels, The Lane Hotel is just 0.7 miles from the greyhound stadium and 0.8 miles from St Nicholas Collegiate Church. The stylish guest rooms are well equipped with all modern conveniences, and the boutique hotel itself is stylish and tastefully appointed. Located near the best attractions like the Galway Shopping Centre and Eyre Square, this is one of the top hotels for anyone who is looking for amazing value from their break in the city.

3. the Continental Boutique Residence

Located in Salthill, The Continental Boutique Residence is located in an 18th century building with stylish details like timber floors and wood panelling.  Guests can benefit from free of charge breakfast bags with healthy yet delicious components, and the onsite private gin bar is the perfect spot to relax with a drink at the end of a day of sightseeing. If you’re in the city for sightseeing, this is the perfect place to stay, just 1.1 miles from Eyre Square.

What are the Best Hotels in Salthill (Waterfront)?

Salthill is Galway’s seaside area which is popular with tourists throughout the year. The promenade is well known and is 2km in length, overlooking Galway Bay and boasting many hotels, restaurants and bars. You can see the Aram Islands from here and the city centre is within easy reach. Once a small local fishing village, Salthill has grown and developed over the last century and it is now a busy, bustling and thriving resort. Thanks to its proximity to the water and the beach, this part of the city is a hub for attractions, sporting activities and eateries making it one of the very best places to spend a day when visiting Galway.

1. Salthill Hotel

With superb views over Salthill Promenade, the Clare Hills and Galway Bay, the Salthill Hotel has its own 30 yard swimming pool as well as a gym and whirlpool bath. Only 0.6 miles from the heart of the city, this superior property has a wonderfully rural feel on a scenic route in the countryside. Each bedroom offers modern conveniences and many have sea views. There are two onsite restaurants serving delicious menus and locally sourced produce, while the onsite bar and cafe serves a wide range of drinks to suit all tastes with outdoor seating that looks over the ocean. Guests can also benefit from free car parking onsite.

2. Clybaun Hotel – with Spa

Enjoying a wonderful location between Salthill and the city centre, the Clybaun offers easy access to the west of Ireland’s best attractions. The spacious and bright property boasts plenty of comfortable seating spaces both outdoors and indoors, with the bistro and bar onsite being the ideal place to enjoy a drink. There are also leisure facilities onsite including a gym, steam room, whirlpool, hot tub, sauna and swimming pool. Children and adults alike can benefit from arranged activities and there is a beauty clinic offering many different treatments.

3. Sea Breeze Lodge B&B – Luxury Bed and Breakfast

With lovely views over Galway Bay, the Sea Breeze Lodge is a five star B&B accommodation with free parking, charming accommodation and modern facilities. Just 2.2 miles from the harbour and city centre, this deluxe property is on the main coast road in Galway’s Salthill suburb. The en suite guest bedrooms have comfortable and charming amenities and views over the sea or the gardens. If you’re ready to explore this beautiful region, the Sea Breeze Lodge is the ideal place to stay.

What’s the Best Cheap or Affordable Hotel in Galway?

1. Skeffington Arms Hotel

The Skeffington Arms overlooks Eyre Square and is right in the heart of the city. Offering modern, bright guest rooms as well as the largest cocktail bar in Galway and a vibrant restaurant and bar, this affordable property has colourful bedrooms with modern amenities. The onsite restaurant services locally sourced food and guests can benefit from half price parking at the local car park which is open 24/7.

Best Value Hotels in Galway City Centre

Galway is sometimes known as the City of the Tribes, a name which recalls the families which controlled politics and trade in the area between the 13th and 19th centuries. The city centre is vibrant and thriving, with pedestrianised streets in its Latin Quarter where buskers can be found and dancing and music can always be discovered in the pubs. The cobblestone streets of the centre are home to many popular restaurants, shops, galleries, bars and pubs, and there are also wonderful boutiques selling local arts and craft products. Street performers also abound here, so you’ll be well entertained however long you spend in the city. You’ll find a range of excellent hotels here too, so you can stay right in the heart of the action.

Top Rated Hotels in Galway Ireland

What are the Top Hotels near Eyre Square?

Eyre Square’s official name is the John F Kennedy Memorial Park, however locals and tourists alike know it by its original name Eyre Square. This inner city public park is inside the city centre, next to William Street shopping area and adjacent to the railway station. The rectangular park is surrounded by busy traffic and yet still has a tranquil atmosphere making it an oasis of peace in the bustling city. There are numerous statues in the park including one of Padraic O Conaire, an Irish writer and Liam Mellows, a War of Independence hero. Further attractions here include the Browne doorway, the fourteen flags representing the Tribes of Galway and the Quincentennial Fountain. There are many lovely hotels here.

Finest Hotels on Eyre Square

Stefan, author of hotelfollower.com in Venice

Besides traveling, sports is one of my favorite hobbies. Running in particular is one of these activities. I have already run marathons and know better than anyone that it is important to choose the right accommodation.

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