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The Connacht Hotel

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Interior
4 indoor pools
4 indoor pools
Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Overview of The Connacht Hotel

The Connacht Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Galway with 4 indoor pools and restaurant
8.4 out of 10 Very good
8.4/10 Very good

1,002 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Bar
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Dublin Road, Galway, Galway
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 4 indoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Children's club
  • Childcare
  • 9 meeting rooms
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Craughwell Station - 17 min drive
  • Athenry Station - 24 min drive
  • Galway Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Full Duck Cafe - 5 min walk
  • Harry's at Water Lane - 2 min drive
  • Mocha Beans - 17 min walk
  • JACK Pepperoni PIZZA - 16 min walk
  • GMIT canteen - 12 min walk
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About this property

The Connacht Hotel

The Connacht Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Galway. Guests can take a dip in one of 4 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 centre are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the location and comfortable guest rooms.

Languages

English, German, Russian

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 358 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:30 PM until anytime
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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 on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

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
  • BBQs
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

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

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Working away

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 24-hour health club
  • 4 indoor pools
  • Bike parking
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchairs available on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving features in guest rooms
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

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

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 6 for children

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 22 December and 27 December.

Children & extra beds

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

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitiser.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards on site.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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.

Also known as

Connacht Hotel Galway
Connacht Hotel
Connacht Galway
Days Hotel Galway
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 22 December and 27 December.
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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at The Connacht Hotel?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at The Connacht Hotel?
Yes, there are 4 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 car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Connacht Hotel?
You can check in from 3:30 PM - anytime. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site 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 practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes aerobics . Go for a swim in one of the 4 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 on-site restaurant, Ruebens Restaurant.
What's the area around The Connacht Hotel like?
The Connacht Hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Galway Mayo Institute of Technology and 17 minutes' walk from Lough Atalia. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.5/10

Amenities

8.3/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.7/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Ciarán, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Paula, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Paula, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff!
Amazing staff! They are close to refurbishing some rooms and areas in the hotel that is needed, but the lobby is stunning, bar and dining room area great. 10/10 to the staff!
Marzanne, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Good dining
Lori, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Carly, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff. Good food. Large free car park. Leisure facilities. Lovely lounge area. - cramped, dated bedroom. No A/C, fridge/minibar/bottled water in room. Large hotel, can be a bit noisy late into the night.
Nev, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay again
Charity, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

A weekend in Galway
The front desk staff was very helpful Tip of the hat for "Lilly" The onsite gym is incredible Has everything The bar was lively short taxi ride to center of Galway Solid hotel
Christopher, 2-night trip with friends
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