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Clayton Hotel Galway

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Galway Race Course

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Lobby
Point of interest
Indoor pool
Point of interest
Indoor wedding

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Ballybrit Lynch Roundabout, Galway, Galway
  • Place, Galway Race Course
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Galway Clinic Private Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Merlin Park Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, 2 adults & 2 children

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room, 2 adults & 2 children

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double & Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 adults & 3 children

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room, 2 adults & 3 children

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Galway

Located in Doughiska, Clayton Hotel Galway is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Galway Race Course and within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Shop Street. This 195-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Galway Race Course - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Galway Clinic Private Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Atlantic Technological University Galway - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Merlin Woods Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Merlin Park Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Athenry Station - 12 min drive
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Full Duck Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Radisson Red Galway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tribes Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Huntsman Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack Jordans - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Clayton Hotel Galway

Hotel with free parking, near Galway Race Course
At Clayton Hotel Galway, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 125 per vehicle one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

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
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free covered extended parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 16 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Enclosure Bar and Bistro
  • Red Bean Roastery
  • The Tribes Restaurant

Things to do

  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 12 meeting rooms
  • 6,297 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 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 16.0 for adults and EUR 8.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 125 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking. There's also 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.
  • 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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • 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

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Clayton Hotel Ballybrit
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Clayton Hotel Galway?

Clayton Hotel Galway offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clayton Hotel Galway on Jan 5, 2026 start from $115.44, excluding 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.

What is there to do near Clayton Hotel Galway?

This hotel is situated in Doughiska within a short 19-minute walk of Galway Race Course. You'll also find Eyre Square and Shop Street within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Clayton Hotel Galway?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Clayton Hotel Galway include a casino?

No, Clayton Hotel Galway doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Clayton Hotel Galway?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Is Clayton Hotel Galway good for couples?

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

Does Clayton Hotel Galway have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Clayton Hotel Galway feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Clayton Hotel Galway serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Tribes Restaurant.

Will Clayton Hotel Galway allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Clayton Hotel Galway though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Clayton Hotel Galway?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Clayton Hotel Galway?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Clayton Hotel Galway.

Does Clayton Hotel Galway offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Clayton Hotel Galway.

Clayton Hotel Galway Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 508 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend Hotel Clayton. The staff were very helpful and responded to every request that we made, such as arranging for a taxi. Dining in the evening was not only convenient but the food and the service was exceptional. The room was lovely and we enjoyed quiet respite at the end of the day.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucinda G

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff. In the bar.. the restaurant wasn’t open
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Goldwyn, St. Albert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond, Toronto

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

2/10 Terrible

Carl

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was dirty on check in. Property was a mess throughout. Manager was responsive but rooms were very dirty and old. Amenities were not properly reflective. No shuttles, local bus, no laundry, walk to laundry across the street, not on site. Lovely staff in the restaurant but rooms and overall appearance not clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel…coffee game could be better
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Darlene

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
This hotel looks great outside and common areas we saw are well kept. However, for us it ended there. 1. We didn't like that it was far away from the areas of Galway we wanted to see (Eyre square, Quay street, etc.) We had to use the local bus to ride into those areas which took about 40 minutes including the wait time & drive. 2. Our room was well worn and felt dirty. 3. Using the bath tub was a chore just to reach in to use the stop for the water due to the placement of the shower glass. 4. NO bathroom fan meant that basically our room was steamed up and clammy the two days/nights we stayed there. 5. When we checked in and got to our room, the bed looked messy like someone had a nap on top of it which made me uneasy as to whether or not the bedding was changed. 6. The bathtub had pubic hair and wasn't well cleaned. I scrubbed the tub before using it! 7.The small trash can in our bathroom was one with a lid but when we stepped on it to raise the top, it didn't work, therefore very time we had garbage to throw out, we had to reach down and raise the lid. 8. We paid a lot of money for 2 nights stay here ($850.00 CAD) and it was not worth that!! We traveled with two other couples and they have had negative experiences as well but will leave it to them to write reviews.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We found the service good and room was comfortable only downside was the pool area was closed early
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

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

8/10 Good

pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. Beds amazing so comfortable and room very spacious. Pool smaller than expected. Handy location to town centre. Overall very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Bardwajsing

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For a family stay, expecting a comfortable experience, but unfortunately, we were left disappointed. Firstly, we were not informed in advance that the main restaurant would be closed due to a wedding function. Only the bistro was available, and even that was partially closed off for the same event. This significantly disrupted our plans, especially since we had invited friends to join us for dinner before we arrived. We ended up having to stay in the room as there was no proper dining space or any area for the kids to relax or eat comfortably. Upon arrival, the reception staff did not provide any information about the restaurant closure or the event. The check-in process felt rushed—payment was taken, but no hospitality or helpful details were shared. Later, we received a call from reception asking us to reduce noise in the room, but given there were no available family-friendly spaces elsewhere, we had no choice. The room itself was below expectations: a bulb was fused, there were spider webs in the shower, and the room had clearly not been vacuumed properly. This added to the overall sense of neglect. Most of the staff, particularly in the restaurant, lacked basic hospitality—no greetings or engagement. However, we would like to highlight and appreciate one staff member, Clogdya, who stood out with her kindness and attentiveness during breakfast. Despite the busy environment, she greeted us warmly and provided excellent service. Overall
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

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

Comfortable,cozy but not walkable.

❤️Friendly check-in, the size of the rooms was incredible, lots of space to stretch out, comfortable beds and bedding, luxurious bathroom, view of highway which we loved, delicious breakfast. 💔The hotel was a maze, signs that don’t lead anywhere, trouble finding our room despite being given directions and we speak English, (Italian tourists we saw there are probably still looking for their rooms), difficulty finding public washrooms due to awkward signage, location-not close to anything walkable, you definitely need a car and Galway is not public parking friendly, they tell you that you don’t need reservations at the Bistro, but you do, because you’re out of luck finding another restaurant close by. Looked forward to using the pool but it closed to early for our family to enjoy after check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rubiga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! The place was spacious, comfortable, and perfect for our needs. The only downside was the location—it’s a bit further from food spots and major attractions, so it required a bit of extra travel to get to them. However, the overall experience was great, and we’d still recommend it for those looking for a peaceful and roomy stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff everywhere in hotel were great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place Is great, a little far from the center but great accomodations and services.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was difficult to get hot water for the shower/bath… otherwise everything was nice. I would recommend putting a mini fridge in the suite.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara

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

10/10 Excellent

Donncha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice modern hotel. Helpful staff at reception and in the bistro
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. Our toilet didn’t flush properly. Took 3 or 4 times to properly flush. Reported this and maintenance man said it was “normal”. I have never experienced a toilet like this, being described as normal. I had overheard another guest commenting about their toilet not working either. I also think there should be heated towel rails. We had to get our towels changed every day, as they were still damp the next day, when we were having a shower. This would certainly help the environment.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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