The Connacht Hotel

Property class: 3

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Galway stays with room to play

The lobby sets a friendly tone with eclectic, quirky styling, plus an enclosed library space that stays playful rather than formal. A Barista Bar makes it easy to grab a coffee and snack on the way in. It’s a place that suits families, groups, and sports teams, with a lively feel anchored by the long-running Friendly Fellows Kids Club.

  • Leisure center reset

    Swim the 20-metre heated indoor pool, bright with tall windows and loungers.

  • Dining that fits everyone

    Reubens serves relaxed, contemporary meals with gluten-free and vegan dishes.

  • Kids’ Club classics

    Friendly Fellows runs weekends and school holidays, with games, mini discos, and more.
$118 nightly
The total price is $134
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees

Amenities

  • 24-hour gym with cardio, weights, stretch zones
  • Sauna and steam room for post-swim warmth
  • Bright Bar Solo with live music weekends
  • Bus stops two-minute walk to Eyre Square
  • Free on-site parking, including secure underground
  • Ballyloughane Beach is 2 kilometers away
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Twin Room

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

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room

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

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Superior Quadruple Room

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

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Quadruple Room

7.6 out of 10
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(14 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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

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Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room

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(1 review)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Room

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

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Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Triple Room

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

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About the neighborhood

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Dublin Road, Galway, Galway

What's nearby

  • Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lough Atalia - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Atlantic Technological University Galway - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Galway Bay - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Eyre Square - 7 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 69 min drive
  • Craughwell Station - 18 min drive
  • Athenry Station - 27 min drive
  • Galway Station - 30 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hyde Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cooper's Bar And Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪An Púcán - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Radisson Red Galway - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Connacht Hotel

  • The Connacht Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Eyre Square and Quay Street. Guests can take a dip in one of 2 indoor pools or grab a bite to eat at Ruebens Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour health club, and a fitness center are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 349 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 4 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Supervised childcare*
    • Children's club*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Working away

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (549 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour health club
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Bicycle parking
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Waste recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 8 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Ruebens Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Program. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 22 and December 27.

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Property class

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

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 The Connacht Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between December 22 and December 27.

Does The Connacht Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Connacht Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Connacht Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 indoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Connacht Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Connacht Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Connacht Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Connacht Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (7-min drive) and Claudes Casino (7-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Connacht Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as sailing and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Go for a swim in one of the 2 indoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour health club and a sauna. The Connacht Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Connacht Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Ruebens Restaurant.

What's the area around The Connacht Hotel like?

The Connacht Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Bon Secours Hospital Galway and 8 minutes' walk from Atlantic Technological University Galway.

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Reviews

The Connacht Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served delicious food, had great dinner options, and a nice breakfast buffet. (38 reviews)
  • Plenty of free parking was available at the hotel. (23 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently praised for its great selection and quality. (20 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent more modernized hotel. We stayed at several different places during our trip and this one had the most amenities. Great on site restaurants and cafe. Staff were exceptionally friendly, especially at the the check-in time.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved this hotel. Brilliant for kids. Brilliant all round. Staff fantastic. Already looking to book again the kids loved it so much. Highly recommended for all
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel for families. Lovely breakfast, staff very friendly and the swimming pool was a proper treat!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great property, very convenient. Rooms are nice. Food was great. Loved the bars and’s it was so easy to get a taxi. Such a beautiful property.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great, except one waiter that stink. It was a bit disgusting everytime it went by our table. The smell was horrible and that is the guy bringing the food to the tables. The hotel is nice and the restaurant serves very delicious duck. I highly recommend this place.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Connacht was a wonderful place to stay. It was clean and the staff was just lovely. The breakfast was terrific with eggs, meats, fruits, cereals, porridge and more. The food in general is very good. At night you can enjoy a drink in the bar. The pool, hot tub, and sauna were also highlights. The hotel is a 10 min drive from town or perhaps a 30min walk, making it very convenient. I highly recommend the Connacht.
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean staff was friendly and breakfast was nice with a great selection
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Out of the way. Bus available nearby but not very good instructions from staff. Cabs overpriced as in all of Ireland
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel with professional staff, the only downside was the lack of air con in the room during a hot summer
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a very nice stay, clean rooms, comfortable bed
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10/10 Exceptional

10mins from city centre, lovely hotel, very welcoming, clean, tidy, good size rooms, bar & restaurant were very nice, food was excellent, hotel itself was very busy, pool & gym all very clean & in excellent condition
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8/10 Very good

Place was easy to find, on site parking free, Amenities were good. Swimming pool and gym available. Beds comfy, big rooms, Bar was good, didn’t eat at restaurant.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are brilliant. Absolutely family friendly with space for all to move around. Bedrooms are well appointed, with comfortable beds.. Food is good and caters for all. Entertainment was great and really loved Silkwood Band who played Saturday evening.
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean, but needs updating (it’s old), lobby is beautiful, staff very friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at The Connacht Hotel was excellent! Everything was great — from the warm and friendly staff to the comfortable rooms and overall atmosphere. We really enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend It!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with a lovely dining option. Best part of our stay was the Magician at dinner!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place for a family
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed three nights including breakfast. The room was clean and comfortable. Provided tea and coffee bar in room. The bathroom amenities were lovely. Took advantage of the fitness area - used the pool, steamroom and sauna. Heavenly after a long day exploring. They provided towels and the area was very well kept. Breakfast was great - lots of choices and friendly staff. Entertainment in the evening was a nice way to end the day.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful service & staff with excellent food.
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8/10 Very good

It was a good hotel. We enjoyed the pool.
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10/10 Exceptional

Huge hotel full of Irish families and parties — fun to see. Our kids loved the family room and of course the hotel breakfast buffet and pool.
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8/10 Very good

Will stay again

Busy hotel friendly staff good value .
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4/10 Fair

The carpets are old and the rooms are very outdated. No A/ C in the rooms, but they provide fans when we ask for. The staff was good.