The Connacht Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 4 indoor pools and a 24-hour health club

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Lobby
Bar (on property)
Exterior
4 indoor pools
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service

Explore the area

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Dublin Road, Galway, Galway
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Galway Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Quay Street
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Superior Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room

  • 495 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Triple Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Family Room with Bunk Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Family Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

Guest Room

  • Sleeps 6

Twin One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Galway

Located in Ballybaan Beg, The Connacht Hotel is adjacent to Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and within a 5-minute walk of Bon Secours Hospital Galway. This 358-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 4 indoor pools, a restaurant, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Galway Harbour - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Quay Street - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Shop Street - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • University of Galway - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Full Duck Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Radisson Red Galway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cooper's Bar And Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hyde Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Connacht Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with 4 indoor pools and a 24-hour health club
Guests of The Connacht Hotel enjoy 4 indoor pools, a children's pool, and a 24-hour gym. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 47-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
4 indoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ruebens Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 22 and December 27.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 6 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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

Connacht Galway
Connacht Hotel
Connacht Hotel Galway
Hotel Connacht
The Connacht Hotel Hotel
The Connacht Hotel Galway
The Connacht Hotel Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Connacht Hotel?

The Connacht Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to The Connacht Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Ballybaan Beg, just steps from Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre. You'll also find Eyre Square and Quay Street within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Connacht Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Does The Connacht Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Connacht Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Connacht Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has 4 indoor pools.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Connacht Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 4 indoor pools, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Connacht Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does The Connacht Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Connacht Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Ruebens Restaurant.

Will The Connacht Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Connacht Hotel.

Does The Connacht Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Connacht Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Connacht Hotel offer a balcony.