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Clayton Hotel Galway

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Galway Race Course

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An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a tiled floor, and overhead lighting.
A modern interior with a staircase, a flower cart, and a cart with jars.
A modern hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a prominent entrance.
Bar (on property)
A hotel lobby with a grand piano, a reception desk, and a staircase.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Ballybrit Lynch Roundabout, Galway, Galway
  • Place, Atlantic Technological University Galway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Galway Race Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Galway Harbour
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Family Room, 2 adults & 2 children

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a cityscape photo on the wall, and wall-mounted lamps.

Deluxe Double & Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, two chairs, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

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

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Room

Executive King Suite

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

About the neighborhood

Galway

Doughiska stay.Your stay at this Doughiska hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Galway Race Course and Galway Bay. Shop Street and Galway Harbour are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Atlantic Technological University Galway - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Galway Race Course - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Shop Street - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Galway Cathedral - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Galway Harbour - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cooper's Bar And Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Radisson Red Galway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Galway Plate - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Top Shelf - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Clayton Hotel Galway

4-star hotel near Galway Race Course
Clayton Hotel Galway offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and 12 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 6297 square feet (585 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Clayton Hotel Galway. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Galway hotel is smoke free.

  • 195 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 6297 sq ft of conference space
  • 585 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2006
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Clayton Hotel Galway offers 195 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Galway hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free covered extended parking on site
  • 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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 22 2026 to December 27 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 16.0 for adults and EUR 8.00 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Clayton Galway
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Clayton Hotel Ballybrit
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Clayton Hotel Galway to the airport?

Clayton Hotel Galway is 55.2 mi (57-min drive) away from the Shannon Airport (SNN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clayton Hotel Galway on Nov 15, 2026 start from $124, including 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.

Does Clayton Hotel Galway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Clayton Hotel Galway.

How close is Clayton Hotel Galway to the beach?

This hotel is 3.2 mi (7-min drive) from Dead Mans Beach and 4.7 mi (20-min drive) from Grattan Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Clayton Hotel Galway offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Clayton Hotel Galway, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 16.0 for adults and EUR 8.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Clayton Hotel Galway?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Caesar's Palace (10-min drive) and Claudes Casino (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Clayton Hotel Galway?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Clayton Hotel Galway?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Clayton Hotel Galway have a pool?

Clayton Hotel Galway features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Clayton Hotel Galway have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Clayton Hotel Galway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Clayton Hotel Galway to downtown Galway?

Clayton Hotel Galway is 2.9 mi away from Galway.

Clayton Hotel Galway Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 517 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to city Center and restaurant and bar were a delight
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was amazing 👌defo be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice hotel and the beds were very comfortable. We all slept well here. The staff was friendly while checking us in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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nice hotel. really lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very nice and welcoming. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Breakfast was delicious and staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was of decent size and breakfast was excellent. We had a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Happy with everything overall. Room was spacious, bright and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice conference-style hotel. Clean, easy parking which was a big plus.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff are the best part followed by easy parking and extremely comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was a perfect place to stay it was only one night, but would have been great for a much longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Food was excellent and the staff all over are very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a great room and the breakfast was great. Somehow I lost my fairly expensive earbuds there either in the room or the restaurant. 😞 Other than that, very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy beds and a friendly staff. Having parking included was a bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good clean room ,super good breakfast bar was ok staff forgot order came after 15 minutes
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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I is nicely located located in Galway and everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed just one night, perfect and easily accessible. Nice breakfast and decent gym
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean room. Pool and other leisure facilities badic for a 4 star property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was absolutely perfect and will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Galway Clinic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We were throughly impressed by the Clayton hotel Galway. Free and abundant parking, easy check in and everything comfortable and available. Convenient location and great AC and strapping that made it comfy. We wish we stayed for longer than just a night. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family room, spacious with clean comfortable beds, asked and received a cot for our toddler at short notice and the staff were very friendly at all times.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026