Gortnalecka
Galway
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Popular places to visit

Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Quay Street
During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

University of Galway
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Galway during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

Galway Harbour
Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.

Spanish Arch
Find out about the history of Galway when you take a trip to Spanish Arch. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Galway Cathedral
See a fascinating mosaic of John F. Kennedy in a modern church he visited in Ireland. Admire its rose window and artworks.
Things to do

Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór (Aran Islands)

From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Gortnalecka

The Galmont
Good room, after getting moved from the original very noisy (mechanical systems) room they first fobbed off on us. Breakfasts were top notch. Parking in the on-site garage was easy enough, though it sometimes took time waiting at the front desk to have the tickets validated. Very easy in/out otherwise, ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

The Dean Galway
Everything was wonderful! Fabulous hotel 2 blocks from the city center with delicious restaurants, a lovely spa/gym, and excellent guest service.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Galway Bay Hotel
Breakfast was very delicious.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Staff were extremely friendly, rooms were very generous in size, location was incredible. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Menlo Park Hotel
Beautiful hotel! Lovely christmas decor, super clean rooms, friendly attentive staff, breakfast was tasty and worth the money :) Will be staying here again!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Clayton Hotel Galway
Food was outstanding
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gortnalecka

Pollnarooma West
Though Pollnarooma West may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pearse Stadium and Leisureland.

Rahoon
Though Rahoon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pearse Stadium and Leisureland.

Attithomasrevagh
While visiting Attithomasrevagh, you might make a stop by sights like Leisureland and Pearse Stadium.

Cappanaveagh
While Cappanaveagh isn't home to many top sights, Leisureland and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.

Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
Gortnalecka
- Eyre Square
- Quay Street
- University of Galway
- Galway Bay
- Galway Harbour
- University Hospital Galway
- Spanish Arch
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Galway Cathedral
- Shop Street
- Merlin Park Hospital
- Doolin Cave
- Galway Race Course
- Leisureland
- Dunguaire Castle
- Pearse Stadium
- Lough Corrib
- Claregalway Castle
- Rossaveel Ferry Terminal
- Aillwee Cave
- Glenlo Abbey Hotel Golf Course
- Lynch's Castle
- Galway City Museum
- Caesar's Palace
- Mountain View Horse Riding Centre
- Galway Shopping Center
- Poulnabrone Dolmen
- Burren National Park
- Grattan Beach
- Fanore Beach
- St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church
- Burren Perfumery
