West Ireland

Travel Guide

Galway showing heritage architecture and château or palace
Galway Cathedral showing interior views, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Galway City Museum which includes interior views
Galway Cathedral featuring heritage elements, interior views and a church or cathedral
Galway showing tranquil scenes, heritage architecture and mountains

Where to stay in West Ireland

Galway Harbour featuring a marina, a river or creek and boating

Galway City Centre

4.5/5(117 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Galway Shopping Center or Eyre Square while you're exploring the area.

Galway City Centre
Galway City Museum which includes interior views

Latin Quarter

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Galway City Museum might round out your trip.

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Claddagh

Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.

Claddagh
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Renmore

When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Eyre Square and Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Renmore
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Newcastle

While there might not be top attractions in Newcastle, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Galway Cathedral and Galway Shopping Center.

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Salthill

If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Salthill
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €161 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€161
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (472 reviews)
"The service was excellent from the moment we entered the hotel, from reception, bar staff, spa/gym facilities were all very welcoming and helpful. The room was immaculate and the shower was amazing! Very quiet and relaxing hotel. Very accessible to walk into the Latin Quarter but far enough to be ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

The Dean Galway
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road, Galway, Galway
The price is €175 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
€175
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Even with renovations in progress, it is very clean. Staff was wonderful and probably one of the best breakfasts around. Our room had everything we required/expected. Beds were comfy."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Menlo Park Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is €212 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
€212
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is a great location and the staff were incredibly professional and helpful. In addition, this was the only hotel while staying in Ireland that had air conditioning! I wish the room would have been a little bigger. I would give it 4.7 stars"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

2.5 out of 5
Headford Rd, Galway, Galway
Stay at this aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (70 reviews)
"Good facility. Safe location near park and shopping options. 30 min walk to downtown."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
Citypoint Apartments

Citypoint Apartments

4 out of 5
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (435 reviews)
Great location: home from home
"A great location, just a stroll to the main square and the various shops/ pubs/ restaurants in Galway. 5 minutes from the best sports bar too!"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Citypoint Apartments
University of Galway Apartments

University of Galway Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Upper Newcastle, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
"Lovely room clean but very basic about 40 minutes walk from the centre there is a bus stop up the road on the right every 30 minutes 1.90 euro to the centre the spar on the corner is very handy"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

University of Galway Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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