Stunning hotel located 15 minutes from downtown area. The Glenlo Abbey was a former church and…read moreestate 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.

This is such a beautiful property when you drive up. There are stairs, but the Bellman was there to…read morehelp 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.

Gayle and I were in Galway for 1 night and we stayed her at the Park House Hotel. This is a…read moreclassic older hotel (perhaps with a touch a faded elegance), with great service (especially the front desk and the breakfast area) and a very comfortable room. We especially appreciated the center city location and the ability to walk around safely and in close proximity to the Hotel.

Nice. No complaints. Rooms are kind of small but nice. Nice shower. Nice view. Everyone was really…read moreprofessional. Would come back.

Jurys Inn, now The Leonardo, is in a perfect location to explore Galway. Walk out the door and…read moreyou're right in the action with countless shops and pubs. The price tag for the hotel rooms, as other have mentioned, is definitely due to the location. It can't be beat. Breakfast is okay, with a selection of eggs, sausage, bacon, cereal, breads and a coffee machine. Small variety of fruit and yogurt as well. The rooms are absolutely tiny. We booked a family room and not sure what happened...the pull out couch barely fit our two young children and left zero space in the room. The bathroom was also small and had limited space even for towels, let alone counter space. I booked through Priceline, which I will never do again because our reservation was completely messed up. They didn't have the right number of people or the included breakfast reflected in the hotels reservation system. The front desk staff couldn't have been kinder though and sorted it all out rather quickly. If you're just a solo travel or a couple the rooms would be sufficient and it would probably make for a great home base during your time in Galway.

We have been to Galway a couple times before but this was the first time we stayed at this Leonardo…read moreHotel (formerly Jurys Inn). It is located at a perfect location for walkability - right across the street from the Spanish Arch! We could see it from our window! This, of course, meant we were right at the foot of the Latin Quarter which is filled with noisy tourists and pubs. Our room was nicely fitted with two windows which cut out the noise sufficiently. Check in was a breeze! And our room was big and comfortable. With the change to Leonardo came refurbished rooms so it all felt pretty new. The staff were all friendly and very helpful. Two of the four evenings we were here, they offered late afternoon chocolate chip cookies and prosecco! A nice touch! We only had their breakfast one of the mornings. If you purchase it in advance, the price is reduced by a couple euros. They had standard Irish breakfast buffet offerings and the staff were friendly. I wasn't overly wowed by the breakfast and, since there are so many restaurants and coffee places nearby, I wouldn't recommend it here.

Of all the hotels I stayed in Ireland, this was my least favorite. The room, upon first look, was…read morenice and spacious. I liked the wardrobe storage, the desk area, and the additional area for storing luggage. However, there were a few things which made me feel like details were being overlooked and the accommodations were outdated. The real reason I can't justify more than three stars is that housekeeping came into my room when I specifically requested they didn't. I was woken up by knocking on the door and then before I could say anything, they opened the door. I thought this was incredibly strange since I had the do not disturb sign out. Not only that, but you are supposed to request housekeeping with a different sign so why they were coming in at all is confusing to me. I still had the do not disturb sign out the door when I left and upon returning, I noticed some cups had been replaced so they definitely came into the room while I was gone. That didn't make me feel very comfortable. The first towel I went to use had a giant hairball stuck to it. Definitely not mine since I hadn't even used the towels yet. After that, I felt like everything must be dirty. The bathroom also seemed really retro to me and not in a quaint way. The toilet was difficult to flush and the shower pressure wasn't great. Not to mention, the half glass in the shower drove me crazy and no matter how careful I was, the floor would get wet. The rest of the hotel seemed to be falling apart a bit. During my three night stay, the lights of one of the elevators were out the entire time making for some awkward rides with fellow guests. The handle on the front door of the hotel ended up breaking towards the end of the stay as well. Unfortunately, someone got sick on the stairwell and it took the staff until the next morning to adequately clean it up. The location, while fairly central, was a little off the beaten path compared to other lodging options like the Leonardo. I would've much preferred to stay there and will be avoiding Harbour Hotel during future visits to Galway.

We appreciated the treat they left in our room for our anniversary!…read more The conditioner, shampoo & body wash smelled like lotus and white tea instead of lemongrass like the rest of Ireland (finally). The room had washcloths, AC, and a fridge with water which is not always common in Ireland. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of town. The bar area was nice although when I tried to add a tip to my credit card the bartender told me it was pointless that they don't get it. The beds were comfy. Overall nice hotel.

Large hotel, stayed on my guided tour here. Lots of events going on here. Not much insulation in…read morethe walls or doors. Can hear all the doors close, people talking in the hallway, and children running up n down that halls. Very nice large gym, daily breakfast buffet. Bar was big and live music on Saturday night. About a 5 min drive into the shopping area and where all the pubs are.

Solid mid-range hotel that is a 10 minute drive outside the city if you don't mind being in the…read moreburbs. It's a very large hotel that handles several tour buses at a time. It doesn't feel touristy though. The lobby is really nice and there is a spot for coffee in the morning under a living wall that is stunning. Rooms are pretty standard. Not much to say about them. Ours was a bit warm but you can request a fan. The amenities is what really sells this hotel. You get access to an actual gym that is the equivalent to a 24 hour / LA fitness. Hotel guests have access to it and you can use their giant pull or fully loaded gym. Note if you want to use the kids activity center, you actually have to book it and it has limited hours.

The Hyde (formerly the Forster Court) was our favorite hotel in Galway…read more This affordable upscale boutique hotel is just steps from Eyre Square, making it an ideal home base for exploring Galway. The Latin Quarter is about a 10-minute walk away, and buses stop right outside the hotel if you're heading farther afield. From the moment we arrived, the experience was excellent. The lobby is bright, colorful, and inviting, and the front desk staff gave us one of the warmest welcomes we received anywhere in Ireland. Our room was surprisingly spacious by European standards. Even with a queen bed and a single bed, we had plenty of room to spread out. The bathroom was modern, and I especially appreciated the heated mirror that never fogged up after a shower. Best of all, the room had air conditioning, something we quickly learned isn't guaranteed in Ireland. The Hyde's restaurant serves meals throughout the day and was where I discovered my first bowl of traditional porridge. Topped with toasted walnuts, banana, cinnamon, and maple syrup, it was far better than I ever expected and became one of my favorite breakfasts of the trip. If you're driving, the hotel has a large parking garage directly behind the building. It's easy to access, and the hotel offers discounted parking. Just remember your space number because the garage is much larger than it first appears. Between the comfortable rooms, friendly staff, excellent location, and reasonable rates, I'd happily stay at The Hyde again on my next visit to Galway.

No ac, but they do have portable fans you can request. The staff is helpful. The bathroom is large…read morewith a lot of counter space. The room was quiet. The breakfast is 12 euro or Maybe included with your booking. The breakfast was made to order: eggs, pancakes, veggies, sausage, bacon, baked beans. There is a buffet with cheese slices, chicken/ham, fresh fruit, scones, toast. It is a five minute walk to the town acquire. There are many restaurants and pubs within steps of hotel. The hotel bar and restaurant is beautiful. The room had two twin beds.

The G has a decent location. We did end up taking taxis into town in the evening. There is free…read moreself parking. The only issue is getting out of there (even for the taxis) requires an awkward drive through a tight parking lot. The entire staff was professional and friendly. I think the decor is cool, lots of velvet and fun colors. Our room was clean and super spacious. Robes and slippers provided. The bed was very comfortable and allowed for a great night of sleep. There's even a mini-fridge that you can actually use and not get charged for. On check in there was a little bag of snacks and a plate of desserts with a lovely welcome note. Turn down service brought some tasty chocolates. Really nice touches. One of the highlights of the stay was the breakfast. These were undeniably our best breakfasts of our week in Ireland.

Fun place. Rat pack vibe and tons of Frank Sinatra songs play throughout…read more Walking distance to downtown if you're up for an uphill /2 mile walk. They offer valet but there is free self park with elevators that go to the car park. There is a movie theater behind the hotel and nice restaurants in walking distance. I know the decor is deliberate but it feels old and outdated. We had 2 remotes in the room, one worked for the tv in living room and who knows what the other remote was for. The tv in the bathroom didn't have a remote. The gas fireplace was turned off by orders of the county. I loved the water views and the room amenities. Cool place.

Quintessential countryside BnB with some of the friendliest service possible. The property and…read moregrounds were beautiful. The rooms were clean and good quality. We ate dinner with them on Friday night. Lovely bar and library room where you have pre-dinner drinks and order your food for dinner. The dinner food wasn't bad, but wasn't that great either, but again the service and atmosphere could not have been better. Additionally, the breakfast was really nice. It's about a 30 minute drive to Galway and 45 minutes to Connemara. Highly recommended and we would definitely stay here again!

Incredible chicken liver pâté. Phenomenal warm cheese salad. My wife says it was the best lamb…read moreshe ever had! Service for dinner and breakfast was attentive without being over bearing- and paced just right for the low key country setting. My wife prides herself as a tea snob- and keeps going on and on about their tea. Accommodation in the Lord Hardinge room were great- nicely appointed, bright and sunny with 2 large windows 1 with vey nice sitting chairs Functional bathroom space. I wish our plans allowed for a longer stay!