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The Twelve Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Galway with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Daily English breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Suite X11 | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Beach nearby
Suite X11 | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Barna Village, Galway, Galway
  • Place, Bearna Golf And Country Club
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Strand
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Funnymoon Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Funnymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite X11 | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite X11

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Galway

Located in Freeport within a mile (2 km) of Bearna Golf And Country Club, The Twelve Hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Silver Strand. This 47-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a full-service spa, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Bearna Golf And Country Club - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Silver Strand - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Galway - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Quay Street - 12 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Eyre Square - 13 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪An Scadan Caoc - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Creamery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪ground & co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oslo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante DaRoberta - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Twelve Hotel

Hotel in Galway with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Guests of The Twelve Hotel enjoy features like a full-service spa, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a library, express check-out, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. IPod docks, minibars, and coffee makers are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and detox wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Pizza Dozzina Artisanal
  • The Pins Bakery Shop
  • The Pins Gastro Bar
  • West Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • DVD player
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 20 2025 to December 27 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your 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

Twelve Barna
Twelve Hotel Barna
The 12 Hotel
The Twelve Hotel Galway/Barna, Ireland
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The Twelve Hotel Galway/Barna
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The Twelve Hotel Galway
The Twelve Hotel Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Twelve Hotel?

The Twelve Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around The Twelve Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Freeport within a short 15-minute walk of Bearna Golf And Country Club. You'll also find Eyre Square and Galway Bay within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Twelve Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at The Twelve Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include detox wraps, reflexology, mani/pedis, and massages.

Does The Twelve Hotel include a casino on the premises?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at The Twelve Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Twelve Hotel good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 bars and 2 restaurants plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at The Twelve Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private indoor spa tubs.

Does The Twelve Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Twelve Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does The Twelve Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Twelve Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Twelve Hotel.

Does The Twelve Hotel have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at The Twelve Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

The Twelve Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 469 out of 686 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 686 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 686 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 686 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 686 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

We enjoyed our three night stay at The Twelve hotel in Barna. We decided to try staying outside of Galway and used bus and taxi to get in and out of town. The hotel is very nice. The room is spacious (we had a King suite). The morning breakfast was excellent. While Barna was not particularly walkable, we were able to take the city bus both into Galway to explore the city and take an excursion to the Cliffs of Moher, as well as to the ferrys to Aran Islands. Staff was professional and helpful, printing out the bus timetable for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent modern hotel with good dining options,good parking and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good overall
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, quiet and very clean. Parking not so good paid parking offsite.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pallavi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is awesome and the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Disrupted stay

Disappointed with how the hotel handled a fire alarm fault at 1am. There was no information offered by staff when guests assembled at reception. Staff seemed fo be scrambling. Guests making noise and playing loud music in room next to ours and don’t feel this was handled well either. At breakfast the next morning I overheard a guest asking for information in relation to needed a doctor and floor manager did not seem to be aware of options available in the vicinity (I was from the area so could advise of a walk in GP service across from hospital) . Staff need to be better briefed in handling such situations.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

derek

No internet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our check-in was excellent with Bradley at the desk. Breakfast was very pleasant & fresh. The room was well appointed with a record player!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Eamon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

Very pleasent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was farther away from Galway than we expected.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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