Lough Rea Hotel & Spa

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

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Terrace/patio
BBQ/picnic area
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Reception
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Galway Road, Loughrea, Galway
  • Place, St. Brendan's Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Long Point
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

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

Twin Room with Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room with Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 2

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Loughrea

Lough Rea Hotel & Spa places you 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from Dunguaire Castle and 24.7 mi (39.8 km) from Eyre Square. This 91-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a full-service spa, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • St. Brendan's Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Long Point - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Galway - 30 min drive - 26.7 miles
  • Eyre Square - 30 min drive - 26.5 miles
  • University Hospital Galway - 32 min drive - 27.1 miles

Getting around

  • Craughwell Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Supermac's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Maggie Mays - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Auld Triangle - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Lough Rea Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Loughrea with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
A full-service spa, a sauna, and a rooftop terrace are featured at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and bathrobes. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.

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

Shore Island Spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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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 and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Lir Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 12.50 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 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
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number 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

Lough Rea
Lough Rea Hotel
Lough Rea Hotel Loughrea
Lough Rea Hotel Spa
Lough Rea Hotel & Spa Hotel
Lough Rea Hotel & Spa Loughrea
Lough Rea Hotel & Spa Hotel Loughrea

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa?

Lough Rea Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Lough Rea Hotel & Spa?

This hotel is located in Loughrea, close to Turoe Pet Farm, Dunsandle Castle, and The Long Point. The Turoe Stone is also within a driving distance of 4.1 mi.

Will I be able to park at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa?

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

Is a spa located at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa?

Shore Island Spa is the hotel's spa and services include beach massages, Swedish massages, detox wraps, and couples treatments.

Does Lough Rea Hotel & Spa have a casino at the property?

No, Lough Rea Hotel & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 bars, 2 restaurants, and massages on the beach.

Does Lough Rea Hotel & Spa have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Lough Rea Hotel & Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Lough Rea Hotel & Spa has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Lough Rea Hotel & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa.

Are there connecting rooms at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa?

Yes, some guestrooms at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa offer a balcony and may feature lake views.

Does Lough Rea Hotel & Spa have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa if that's in your vacation plans.

Reviews

Lough Rea Hotel & Spa Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 594 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 594 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 594 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 594 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 594 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an enjoyable Family stay at this hotel for 2 nights. The room was very clean and bigger than we had expected it to be. Breakfast was very nice both mornings and staff were very accommodating. Very quiet hotel. Would definitely stay again and will highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff with quality service and a great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The Lough Rea Hotel and Spa is a nice hotel with spacious, clean and tastefully decorated rooms. The beds are comfortable. The water pressure in the shower was a little weak. We asked to have someone come and look at it but no one followed through. The staff was polite but there was rarely anyone at the front desk. Overall, my stay was satisfactory, and I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gilles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Never been to a hotel that does not have a mini fridge. This does seem to be common in Ireland so far.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

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

6/10 Okay

Gustaf

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort

More fore show then service

Acctually nothing wrong but not up to what I expect from a 4 star hotell. Everything is a bit dated, sloppy services, glasses and cups was not changed the first morning. Breakfest not made from start, reheated scrambled eggs, avocado toast that was made with guacamole not fresh avocado. A sticky note in coffee milk. Poor lightning in the toilet made almost impossible to shave. No saftybox..... I could go on regatding the non-exciting SPA but I will stop.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winifred

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautifully decorated. Staff were all mostly helpful. Breakfast was excellent. Nice and hot. Room was a family room very spacious, net curtains could do with being replaced. Quite ripped and worn Other than that room was very comfortable. Would nt hesitate to go back to this hotel again. Not really far from Galway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

10/10 Excellent

Eamon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay all around, nice breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

A wonderful hotel experience

This was my first time staying at the hotel, and it was a great choice. The staff were attentive and friendly, the room was excellent, as was the food. The breakfast was simply the tastiest hotel breakfast I've had in a long time. Overall, a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

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

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

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

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members were very friendly and hospitable. The food at the restaurant was wonderfully crafted. The accommodations were well maintained and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice bar and restaurant, staff was friendly. Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Dustie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The overall property is clean, feels safe, and the staff is friendly.

6/10 Okay

Dustie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel overall is very clean and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Damian

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Poor from start to finish had to check out a day early fire alarm going off all night set off on purpose and nothing done about it Truly the worst stay possibly ever
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025