From small but perfectly formed Irish guesthouses, to design-led hotels in the heart of the city centre, there are all manner of beautiful hotels, B&Bs and homes to stay in and around Galway. We’ve narrowed the list down to our absolute favourites across all budgets and needs – take your pick.
Rooftop Panoramas: The Dean Hotel
A design-led hotel with a rooftop bar that would be just as at home in Manhattan
Relaxing Spa: The Galmont Hotel & Spa
A 4-star waterfront hotel just a few minutes from the city centre
Ocean Views: The Galway Bay Hotel
A 4-star hotel on the shores of Galway Bay, complete with stunning sea views
Boutique Luxury: Hyde Hotel
A newly renovated city-centre hotel with a bustling gin bar
City Centre Stay: The Residence Hotel
A relaxed hotel just steps away from Galway’s lively city centre
Manorhouse Finery: The Ardilaun Hotel
A family-run hotel with good food and friendly service, just 1km from the centre
Irish Luxury: The Connacht Hotel
A popular Galway institution conveniently located on the way into the city centre
Budget Friendly: The Travelodge Galway
Just a ten minute walk from Eyre Square with onsite parking and multiple awards
Homely Comforts: Flannery's Hotel
A comfortable hotel with several on-site eateries located on the way into the city
City Living: The Imperial Hotel
A 3-star hotel in the bustling shopping district of the city
Galway Heritage: The Hardiman Hotel
A Galway landmark in the heart of the city
For the Sight-Seekers: Cliffs of Moher Hotel
Located in Liscannor, Co. Clare, ideal for anyone continuing on the Wild Atlantic Way and wanting to embrace the Cliffs of Moher
Family-run: Adare Guesthouse
A charming, family-fun guesthouse, just five minutes from the city centre and the beach at Salthill
Award-winning design: The Stop
An inspiring B&B in the creative heart of the city, complete with Irish textiles and bespoke artworks
Small and perfectly formed: Inishmore House
Five spacious bedrooms in a small family-run guesthouse, a short walk from the city centre
Bring your friends: University of Galway Apartments
Located just a short distance from the Heineken Big Top, on the beautiful, parkland campus of University of Galway. A variety of bright, contemporary, self-catering apartments is available, each with a kitchen/living area and up to 6 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a range of on-site amenities including common rooms, soccer courts and tennis court.
Affordable city living: Sleepzone Galway
Fully equipped with a kitchen, just 100 metres from Eyre Square and three minutes from the bus and rail stations