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Galway Bay Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with full-service spa and health club

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This upscale hotel along Galway Bay offers a peaceful retreat with stunning rooftop views and tranquil garden paths. Enjoy Cuan Beauty spa treatments, fitness classes, a children's pool, and free WiFi. Attentive staff ensures a comfortable stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
The current price is €135
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Double Room Single Use

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double Room, Sea View | View from room

Classic Double Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
258 R336, The Promenade Salthill, Galway, Galway

What's nearby

  • Leisureland - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Quay Street - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • University of Galway - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • University Hospital Galway - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Eyre Square - 6 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 13 min drive
  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oslo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ground & co - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Creamery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante DaRoberta - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Galway Bay Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Quay Street
At Galway Bay Hotel, you can look forward to a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy fitness classes at this hotel. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a body wrap or a manicure/pedicure at Cuan Beauty, the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and a library.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Wedding services, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 153 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Childcare services, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 12.95 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Galway Bay Hotel
Hotel Galway Bay
Galway Bay Hotel Hotel
Galway Bay Hotel Galway
Galway Bay Hotel Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

Does Galway Bay Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Galway Bay Hotel?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galway Bay Hotel on 18 Nov 2025 start from €135.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Galway Bay Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Galway Bay Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Galway Bay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Galway Bay Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Galway Bay Hotel located?

This family-friendly Galway hotel is located on the beach, just steps away from Ladies Beach and Leisureland. National Aquarium of Galway and Salthill Promenade are also within 10 minutes.

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Galway Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Our room had a great view. Staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel very large. Parking easy. Waterfront location. Very clean. A lot of walking available to town, as well as along the beach. Restaurant food was good. Breakfast food was excellent. Staff was very friendly. Room was comfortable and bathroom was large.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super helpful and friendly and professional. Our view of Galway Bay was spectacular. We loved the long promenade across thebl street from us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Outstanding service from all staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and modern. The beds were very comfortable. Two bottles of water were provided each day. The gym facilities were quite minimalistic but sufficient. Breakfast was lovely and boasted quite a few options: continental buffet-style and a la carte. Staff were forthcoming and very friendly and knowledgeable.
lobby
beach-view room
bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a FANTASTIC property in a great area with pubs, restaurants, and the SEA! Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and lovely stay. Great location neat downtown
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resort like hotel. Fun Activities during the week. Beautiful ocean views. Comfortable large rooms. Good dining. Overall our favourite hotel of our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff across the piece pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all very friendly, great location, nice little pub inside the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Malcolm

Disliked: Staff & service
Rather old fashioned hotel in good location, we were only there for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gwen

Liked: Cleanliness
We love the Galway Bay Hotel, beautiful inside, very nice restaurants , beautiful sunroom looking out at the ocean. The Promenade is just out the front door. We took a wonderful sunrise stroll and enjoyed the view. A short walk of about 25 minutes to Quay st.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the water, friendly staff, and clean comfortable rooms, but they need ice buckets!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would have been nice if they advertised the gym and pool
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceeded my expectations and very pleasantly surprised with this hotel. Staff were really exceptional and friendly also.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with views of the bay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Loved Salthill. Nice boardwalk on the beach and nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish we would have stayed longer. Great hotel with beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and property with great staff and breakfast selections.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and easy to walk to dining
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, amazing room & views, good service, and the breakfast was very good! They were amazing with my allergies as well which is always a relief!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I was good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

bogdan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious and a good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very fancy, nice staff. Expensive for what it was. Pay for the view I guess.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025