Glenlo Abbey is a majestic property. It feels timeless. Stately décor and classical artwork add to an air of timelessness. I'm aware that many people come here to golf. If you enjoy such things, that's great. But even for guests such as myself who have never so much as picked up a golf club, there is still plenty to enjoy on these grounds. For example, I was amazed to see the original train cars from the classic film "Murder on the Orient Express" parked on a terrace nearby. It felt as though I had been immersed in my favorite scenes from that movie. (I can't wait to show the photos to my film buff friends back home!) It's difficult to convey the beauty of the fields and hills that surround the Abbey. They are dotted with tastefully manicured gardens and greens that stretch on for acres. My stay lasted only for one night, but I could have happily explored the property for a week. The guest rooms themselves exude five-star luxury. The bathroom in my two-queen room was especially spacious and thoughtfully appointed. Happily, I was just steps away from the Abbey's restaurant. It stays open late to offer scrumptious desserts for a nightcap. It opens again in the morning for a pleasant breakfast offering. (Breakfast was included for my booking.) I especially enjoyed the impressive tea selection there. In closing, I'm grateful to have stayed at this memorable and historic hotel. This is why people love the Irish countryside; its breathtaking landscapes offer such great serenity. I'm not sure when (or if) I'll have the opportunity to visit Ireland again, but choosing Glenlo Abbey for my brief stay was a fortunate decision. read more

This is such a beautiful property when you drive up. There are stairs, but the Bellman was there to help me with my luggage. I was a little frustrated with the check-in process. I was early so I didn't expect my room to be ready, but I was hoping that it was because I had a very important 2:00 business call. They told me that I could take it in their waiting areas, but there were other people there waiting for their rooms, so ultimately I had to take the call outside in a slight drizzle. Before the call, I checked back in at reception one more time to see if it was ready and said that I was concerned that they wouldn't be able to contact me because I had an international number and they assured me that they would be able to or they would come find me. Neither one of those things happened and my room was sitting ready and no one told me. After I checked in and before my call, I had lunch at Palmers. It felt like they were a little short staffed. I was in a hurry and saw the other server getting to tables that came in later than I did before me. The food was good though. I went back one more time and sat in the bar area and that was a better experience. I had a nice plate of chocolates waiting for me in the room which I appreciated. My room was nice with a beautiful view. The grounds are gorgeous and nice to walk around. I also had a very good experience at the spa. They had a piano player the nights I was there, which was so nice to sit and listen to. The breakfast was very good and what I would say is probably a traditional European hotel breakfast. They had a buffet and then you could order hot items. I wanted a mimosa one day, but it was €26 which is ridiculous for a mimosa! I also did the falconry, but couldn't find a price for it anywhere. It ended up being €85 and was a cool experience. I had dinner at the Pullman and it was delicious with great service. What a cool space it is and excellent presentation. It did annoy me that I spent so much on the food and wine pairing and they still charged me €8 for water! I never got an option for tap and they just gave me the bottle. Overall, it was a great experience and I would recommend it. read more

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Billing itself as a "historic hotel"-glenlo abbey consists of a small older section where you check in and have breakfast with a long and sprawling wing extending out behind with more modern style rooms with hallways meant to mimic an older style. The rooms themselves are rather neutral in colors and furnishing with the typical features of today's hotels-bedside power ports, sleek modern bathrooms and thick fluffy comforters on a very firm bed. We arrived for our two night stay in a typical Irish misting rain and our car was immediately met by a bell captain and staff with umbrellas who grabbed the bags and escorted us inside for the handoff to the front desk. Fast talking Chiara got us our paperwork, signed us in and whisked us off to our smallish "superior" room up on the top floor. Having booked via Chase we were "eligible for a room upgrade" if available-(in my experience they are seldom available-and in fact I'm always a bit skeptical if you don't get a room down-grade for not booking direct.) In any case, our warm and somewhat stuffy room looked out on the expansive golf course and Michelin recognized Pullman restaurant. Not sure what made this room superior (maybe the view?) as it was on the small size and felt crowded. The view wasn't worth the price premium. The bathroom was updated and had a nice shower plus a tub but only a single sink-not a double. The property is located just outside Galway and they have ample free parking available at the hotel. The breakfast buffet was the typical spread found in all European hotels plus a few hot items that you could order-fine but nothing outstanding. Our meal at the in house Palmers was somewhat disappointing too and most of the restaurant staff here are teenagers trying to figure out how to be servers. They are trying hard but the inexperience shows. I think the best way to sum it up - is the Glenlo felt to me like a Marriott golf resort with a castle facade. Having stayed in several true castle hotels on our visit to Ireland this one pales in comparison. Don't get me wrong, if you're a golfer you'll probably be thrilled with the place but for me it was nothing all that special. read more

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The Glenlo Abbey facility is beautiful, yet timeless. It was a great experience. From the reception desk girls to the guy who helps carry the heavy luggage. Everyone so nice and helpful. The rooms in this hotel are beautiful, they even have a movie room?!??!! If you are wanting to relax, enjoy the beautiful view and nice commodities, choose glenlo abbey in Gallway. It is further from downtown and the hustle and bustle of the city. But they have plenty within the hotel. My husband and I are younger so we like to get out and explore more, but it was nice to chill. They have falconry, you have to make reservations for it but it was an amazing experience! Do it! Pricey, but worth it. read more

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This was probably the most amazing place we stayed! Hands down beautiful. Can't be beat. The attention to detail everywhere. Bellhop to meet you. Beautiful areas around to sit. Room was exquisite . We did the falconry experience. That was great. He was friendly and could tell he really treated the birds great. Breakfast was hands down my best in all of Ireland. Presentation and everything we ordered was scrumptious. We did eat at Palmers I would say that would be the only thing I'd skip. Food was not worth the price and was probably the least attentive we have experienced in Ireland. I would prefer those prices being checked on and making sure we had drink refills etc probably only bother Americans where we really want friendly service but everything else is super worth it. It was definitely an amazing place and I would I say add to your bucket list. We will be back. read more

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Stunning hotel located 15 minutes from downtown area. The Glenlo Abbey was a former church and estate with over 140 acres. I wish we were able to enjoy the hotel a little longer. We were able to explore the church and the bars. There are multiple bars including a lounge with a live piano player. The staff is so kind and welcoming. From checking in, providing us with a tour of the facility to bringing our luggage to our room before we even got there. Once we got to our room, there was complimentary chocolates, coffee, tea, water, and Irish biscuits. Typical of many hotels but this was next level. The coffee was nepresso with Irish shortbread cookies. We have our option of sparking or still water. The box of Glenlo Abbey chocolates was such a nice touch too. We booked the bed and breakfast option through Hilton. Unfortunately, we had an early flight and had to skip breakfast. At checkout, the front desk brewed fresh coffee and served us on a beautiful tray with milk and sugar. Not only did they make us coffee, they helped us with our bags all the way to our car. Truly a magical experience. read more

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Out of all the places we stayed in Ireland, this hotel hands down was our absolute fave! It's historical, magical, and beautiful. Driving through the gates and down the path, to the right a gorgeous green golf course teases you to play, while on the left..a castle awaits. I was like, pinch me, is this for real?! The grounds and hotel were absolutely GORGEOUS. The service was amazing -all the employees were helpful and friendly. Trying to get our luggage to our room was a bit of a struggle as there were stairs to the lobby and not an easily accessible elevator. But, there were bellhops to assist. Later upon departure, we found a way to get our luggage to our car. Stunning Victorian décor throughout the hotel. Many beautifully decorated lounges. Taking a stroll- the hotel had a live nightly piano bar, movie night, Palmer's restaurant, a reservation only train car restaurant, and a buffet and made to order breakfast room. We were very pleased with our room. Noted mixture of vintage and modern details in our room. Appreciated the complimentary daily water bottles, slippers, and daily cleaning service. A nice touch was the hand written card with chocolate dipped strawberries and chocolates, all addressed to us. Love love.... Every morning, the buffet breakfast and made to order were amazing! Estelle our server was fabulous and kind. She listened and wanted to make sure we enjoyed our food. A shout out to Raed, the manager. On our last day, we hoped to have a table by the window for views, since it was never available the other days... we mentioned this to Raed, and he went above and beyond to make it happen. He seated us at table in front of a window with views of the golf course, in a separate room entirely by ourselves!!!! Thank you : ) What a beautiful way to end our stay. The concierge- Cyril and Ruadhan were outstanding! Helpful, friendly, easy to talk to without any pressure. They both helped make suggestions of places to check out and gave us maps. Took a pic with Ruadhan : ) Glenlo had complimentary bikes to rent which was nice. But, we talk a nice walk around the property - approximately under 2 miles. You'll come across a pond with picnic benches. We enjoyed our stay here and it's definitely close to downtown Galway by car. I would definitely come back! read more

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The townhouses do not have air conditioning despite air conditioning being listed as a general amenity. I couldn't find anything on the website about the townhouses not having a/c. I would not have stayed here had I known that. Managements solution was to bring one small fan for 3 bedrooms. read more

One of the best stays I have ever had at any hotel. Pros. Service. Especially Mr. Hudhud who manages the breakfast dining area and afternoon tea. Breakfast Rooms are top notch. Estate is beautiful. Great to take a nice walk or use one of their bikes. Cons. It's hard to say this is a con because it was also nice. But not walkable to much of anything. You really don't need to leave though. read more

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While traveling through Ireland recently, we stayed at many beautiful hotels. Of all of them, Glenlo Abbey was the most amazing. The hotel, situated on a golf course is just stunning. The interior, with the bar and restaurant, is spectacular. The service, from the bellman when you arrive, to the front desk, to the restaurant staff, was 5 star! Our room was large and very clean. Looking out the window, you see two train cars from the original Orient Express. If you're an Agatha Christie fan, like I am, what a treat! Our Irish breakfast was probably the best we had on our trip. You can order off the main menu, with a delicious buffet as well. Staying at Glenlo Abbey was absolutely one of the highlights of our trip! read more

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Raed, from the dining room was wonderful! Lovely setting with a picturesque view from the window.

What an experience. We had a 3 Day 2 Night stay from the 19-21st of this month. Me and my wife didn't know what to expect. Upon arrival, you are met with a picturesque view of the grounds of the Glenlo. We drove up to the Check in area and were met up with Phillip. He said, leave your car and bags and worries here with me. What a great Bell man! We went up the stairs to meet up with the most pleasant front desk to get us checked in. Everything about this place gets better and better as you walk through the hotel. Our room was very spacious and had a stunning view of landscape.I really loved the restaurants, and just loved the way the Breakfast restaurant took you back in time. Don't miss out on that great freshly squeezed Orange juice they serve. The décor of this room and the rest of this Hotel is stunning. If I had one complaint, it will be coffee. I didn't find anywhere in Ireland, that had a really good tasting coffee. We took a walk in the late evening to find a magnificent Moon overlooking our area. There is so much to say about this place, but I will keep it short. I will definitely stay here again if I come back. Wish you all the best Glenlo Abbey read more

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This was my favorite hotel during my Ireland stay. The grounds are beautiful to wander and the actual hotel is gorgeous for pictures in every nook and cranny. The dining room for breakfast was impressive and had beautiful views of the grounds. The room was very comfortable and spacious. They have tons of activities to do- horse back riding, falconry, golf, fishing. I hope to come back here and just spend time on the grounds. We had dinner one night at their restaurant and had a wonderful time. They also have a small movie theater in the hotel with snacks and my husband and I had a fun surprise date night watching Sleepless in Seattle. Staff were very friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Highly recommend coming here. read more

We really enjoyed this resort. We stayed for three days. All of the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The grounds are very pretty and our deluxe king room was very comfortable. If this place built a fitness center, pool and had better spa selections, I'd give it five stars. read more

This hotel truly earns a 5-star rating. The staff is friendly, abundant and eager to assist. The rooms are so comfortable, views are lovely and food is delicious. The property is stunning and conveniently located to the shops/restaurants in Galway. One of the best properties I have stayed at. Must Go! read more

We loved it here! The breakfast was amazing and so was the hotel itself. The staff were incredible, specifically the bellmen and the bartenders, all were hilarious and just incredibly happy people. read more

I would highly recommend this hotel. Great location and exceptional accommodations for the area. The restaurants were great and the service was terrific. We did a short walk one morning around the golf course. It was beautiful. Stay here if you can. It's well worth it. read more

This place is pure elegance, from golf course, to restaurants, bar, pub, falconry, archery, fly fishing bad assness. Had the most relaxing stay my only regret was leaving! The staff is knowledgable, helpful and kind. You really feel welcome, and though that is the intent of hotels, rarely have I seen it so easily achieved. I felt like an old friend coming home, to praise and respect for this establishment!!! Thank you, Michael Precheur read more

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Galway's first 5 star hotel so don't believe some other hotels claim to be the first! I have stayed here mid week on business and is a really nice hotel. Older style ie wood everywhere but classy. Family run and Brian the manager is a really nice guy. Room are very well equipped as with any 5 star hotel. Have only had breakfast there but my god what a breakfast! One of the best I have ever had. Had lunch there once too and I would highly recommend the club sandwich. Grounds are very impressive which also include a golf course which seems to be regularly played with golfers on it every time I was there. There is an actual abbey also attached to the hotel, I suppose hence the name. Situated a few minutes drive outside the city so relaxation is on the cards but more hustle and bustle easily found in the city. Hotel has 2 dining restaurants, one inside the hotel "The River Room" restaurant (where the amazing breakfast is served) and the second is the "The Pullman" restaurant which is 2 original carriages from the orient express. Pretty cool! read more

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It's undeniably a beautiful property and grounds. However, it fell short on a number of areas that are expected for a luxury hotel. The food is dreadful. The service is not up to the standard we are accustomed to in America. Room service menu is extremely limited and again the food is dreadful. I ordered scrambled eggs one morning in the restaurant and what arrived looked and tasted like left over cold egg salad from the tea sandwiches they serve for tea time. We stayed in Dublin at the Shelbourne and the breakfast there was so lovely, maybe one of the best I have ever had at any hotel so I know it's not an Ireland standard. The prized restaurants here are only open certain days of the week. For example, on Thursday night for dining my one and only option was the pub. In the states Thursday is one of the busiest evenings for dining out. On the day of checkout I went for lunch at the pub shortly after 11, no food service. Anywhere. On any day between 11-12 you can not get anything to eat anywhere on property. This is just not acceptable for the service model we have in the US. Especially for a luxury hotel you can get food 24 hours a day. I would expect also a hotel where you get so many international travelers that are on different time zones that food would be available anytime. This was the same for breakfast. You can not eat before 7 am. Actually I believe 730 am is when the restaurant opens I think for our work group they made an exception so we could leave by 745. On our 1st night we woke up at 4 am starving and had to wait to till 7 to be able to eat. I also went to the spa. It was ok. It's reasonably priced. 220 euro for a massage and facial. But I was very uncomfortable. The room was extremely hot. I was sweating and never offered an alternative temperature. I had terrible back pain because the masseuse never positioned a bolster under the back of my knees during my facial or when I was on my back for the massage which is standard practice in the states. She actually tried to place a rolled up towel directly under my low back which was worse. I was denied the facial I booked because I could not remove my cartier bracelet. Supposedly the electric current can electrocute me during the facial I would not recommend and would not stay here again. Like the other reviews say the walls are very thin which is expected for European countries. But what was not expected is they routinely open your doors without knocking for housekeeping, minibar etc. literally no knock. I'm sitting in my room and a just man opened the door. read more

The customer service at this establishment couldn't be any more satisfactory. As we drove up we were greeted by a lovely man who grabbed our bags and spoke to me about my vacation. He was very interesting and wildly informative about the country. After our conversation we were guided to our rooms and they were quite pretty. We then went to the bar and were kindly greeted. The bartender was crafty and knowledgeable about the drinks. After a few drinks we played a round of golf. The course was satisfactory but I wouldn't say it was anything very special. In conclusion I would say this hotel was a easy 8.5/10. read more

Wonderful place to stay. Beautiful grounds, friendly staff. Went during the holidays and it was decorated gorgeously.

Very nice and fancy hotel with an old hardwood theme feel inside and a cool castle exterior. Beautiful grounds and castle, with amazing breakfast. It is about a 10-15 drive into Galway which was also a cool little city to explore. I only wish I had stayed longer here. read more

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BEAUTIFUL! Loved every minute here. Grounds are unbelievable, as is service. Clean and cozy- we sat up by the piano at night and felt like it was the 1920s. Pullman Restaurant is a must- 5 star food and cool experience. No AC, but that wasn't an issue for us. read more

The Abbey: amazing rooms. The beds and pillows are top notch. We also had a nice couch and sitting area to enjoy. The staff goes out of their way to help you. Just dial 0 on your phone and they will help you with anything you need. The Abbey is a 15 minute drive from city center Galway. The breakfast is included and has a full spread of yogurt cheese meat bread baked goods cereal and fruit. They also have 7 hot breakfast options included as well. The coffee is delish. Golfing: there is a driving range with 8euros for 60 balls the club rental for nine holes was $20 and 9 holes of golf $30. They did not have a full left set but assembled a set of what he had for my fiancé at no charge. The course was well maintained and moderately challenging for an avid golfer. read more

I really wanted to like this hotel, but it fell short in too many areas. The service was almost non-existent. The walls between the rooms are extremely thin. My husband and I could fully understand the conversation of our neighbors. The bar is just okay too. The rooms are nice, but my husband and I kept waking up as you could hear everything. The best thing about this hotel is their train dining cart restaurant called the Pullman. My suggestion is to skip staying here, but come and dine at the Pullman. read more

We had an amazing stay at Glenlo Abbey hotel this past week. Bernice at reception was beyond amazing! Jurgen, who does the falconry experience, was better than fantastic! If you stay at Glenlo Abbey it is a MUST! He is so knowledgeable, passionate, and makes the experience personal. It's so cool and fun! This is coming from someone who is a little scared of birds... it was awesome! We ate at the Oak Cellar Bar and ordered room service and they both were excellent. I'd definitely recommend this hotel to anyone who's looking for an upscale hotel. It's only about 15 minutes from Galway city center and taxis are available. read more

Glenlo Hotel is totally unlike a hotel and much more like a large family home "where everybody knows your name" and they care that you relax, that you enjoy your stay and that you leave rested, relaxed and looking forward to your next visit.. Good food, great service, wonderful setting and somewhere to just chill 'n' fill for a few days. Ten minutes from Galway City centre overlooking Lough Corrib with their own Golf Course, Fishing, Boating, Archery and walks. Oh and the Cellar Bar is worth a visit or two ! Tell them we sent you and promised a free glass of Prosecco - it is cheeky, but it is a good way to get introduced. read more

Beautiful hotel outside of gorgeous Galway. We stayed here for 3 nights and it made for an excellent place to call home during or stay in Ireland. The staff is so friendly, the rooms are nice and the beds are very comfortable. The amenities are top notch. It's definitely pricey but I felt that the ambiance and service made it well worth the premium. Definitely check out the Oak Bar downstairs - delicious food and the best Irish coffees I've ever had! The breakfast at Glenlo was also absolutely delicious. We would certainly return on our next visit to Galway. read more

Had such a lovely time here today, weather was so sunny too. Lovely afternoon tea session beside a comforting fire all in a real big fancy room, while overlooking all that nice scenery outside. I know in comparison to some others it has a small golf course. But still, very beautiful golf and country hotel in its own way, honestly have to admit. Staff all seem pretty ok too so far, got to hand it to them. read more

We had our wedding party at Glenlo Abbey on 24 May 2019. From our first meeting with Natalie we knew that's the place as were shown perfect professionalism, attention to details and personal approach in a very discrete and polite manner. Everything was perfectly organised and went very smoothly at the wedding taking place in three different suites/halls of the Abbey. From the very beginning till the end our guests and ourselves were made feel special. Everything was precisely considered and performed leaving our guests with memories of being part of something exceptional. Food was amazing and all the guests are massively impressed and happy, we're still receiving compliments. The reason for that is, in our opinion, not only the expertise the team has, but the personal approach they have to people. Personally we enjoyed most the relaxed and easy atmosphere, which is the most difficult part and it's all the team. Behind our smooth running party is their perfectly running team work. We had never expected that a busy day like this can be turned into what it's meant to be - our happiest one but at Glenlo Abbey they made the day of our wedding our happiest day. We'll definitely celebrate more special occasions there or will just return for the atmosphere and experience. read more

I can't say enough about this place. It is so beautiful and elegant, yet very warm and inviting. If you pick a place to stay in Galway, this is it. You won't be disappointed. The food is great, the service great, the hotel and grounds are great. We stayed at 6 different Castle and Abbey hotels in our travels through Ireland. This was hands down my favorite. read more

Perfect stay for our anniversary trip to Ireland. Amazing service and staff. Breakfast was certainly one of the highlights. Grounds and course are beautiful and well maintained. Dinner on the train was unique and delicious. Recommend this hotel with no hesitation! read more

This place is nothing less of FANTASTIC! Very cozy and amazing service. Falconry and archery are the best activities. Jurgen was excellent and we had a great time. He was so good we may even continue some archery classes back home! This hotel is a must if you will be in Galway, even for one night ( although I am sure you would love to stay for so much more) ! read more

I recently hosted my 30th birthday party in the Glenlo and it was a fantastic experience. Communication prior to the event was first rate, and I felt that all my needs were addressed. We reserved a room off the Cellar Bar, so we had our own space and could hang some decorations, but were also very handy to the bar. It also meant guests were in the same area, so nobody got lost or scattered as sometimes happens at these things. There were around thirty of us, and though we could have squeezed a few more in this was very comfortable - not too crowded but still appeared 'busy'. The food was fantastic - mini hamburgers, cocktail sausages, chips, fish goujons and breaded chicken. Though this may sound like standard finger-food fare it was significantly better than average, much more flavourful, clearly handmade, fresh, and a fantastic jalapeno kick to the chicken. Finally we cannot compliment the staff enough. They were attentive, friendly, warm, welcoming and witty. They really treated us well. I cannot recommend the Glenlo enough for an event like this. read more

Our stay at Glenlo Abbey was the cherry on top to our entire trip to Ireland. We spent 6 days in Ireland, 3 different hotels in three major cities. Our most memorable experience was Galway particularly because of our accommodations at Glenlo. We loved it so much that we booked a third night and skipped out on one extra night in a different city! We were greeted with warm smiles and kindness. Any requests we had, and there were quite a few especially with food were quickly accommodated and served with a smile. Some of the hotel is a little outdated but it definitely adds to its charm. Being in a different country and away from home sometimes you naturally miss the comforts of home, but Glenlo truly made us feel like we were home. The fireplaces, the Christmas trees and the gifted piano player made every night cozy and a truly relaxing experience. As two young women traveling we did notice the lack of young people at this hotel, however there was never a dull conversation with the other guests or the charming employees. A special thanks to Aymen, Sandra and Sadhbh for making our experience extra enjoyable! We would definitely recommend this place and we hope to return in the future! Much love from Kati & Sherren Rm 202 read more

I booked a tour of five castles. This was the worst. If you have no "special needs" or "requests" you might do well here as they are on their own agenda and don't care much about yours if it differs from the norm. They are gracious enough if you play by their rules. Every other castle staff was lovely, accommodating and gracious. Not so at Glenloe when you tell them there are ants in the room and they look at you as if you are crazy. Three vials of super glue later, at my own expense, I solved the problem and closed the hole. The $200 meal at The Pullman was a disaster. I called ahead and asked for a heart healthy chick breast entree and had to battle my way through each course as the chef did not understand the simple request for a balsamic vinaigrette on a simple bed of greens. No allowances were made for a series of mistakes and disappointments. Go there if you want to do it their way. Stay away if you have any special requests. They are NOT customer service oriented if you stray beyond their lines. Not happy. Won't EVER go back. read more