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Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Galway Cathedral

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Meeting facility
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Sandy Road, Galway, Galway
  • Place, University of Galway
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Galway Cathedral
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Deluxe Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Family Room 2 Adults & 2 Children

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Deluxe King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Superior King & Single room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Executive King Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Executive King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Galway

Galway City Centre stay.Your stay at this Galway City Centre hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Galway Cathedral and Eyre Square. University of Galway and Galway City Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Galway - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Galway Cathedral - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Eyre Square - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • University Hospital Galway - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Galway Harbour - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mary Mullens Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Huntsman Inn - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Scotty's Burgers & Wings - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

4-star hotel near Galway Cathedral
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. A business center and 6 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1399 square feet (130 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway.

This 4-star Galway hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 165 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 1399 sq ft of conference space
  • 130 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2005
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway offers 165 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Galway hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 15 to 15 for adults and EUR 6 to 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (41 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

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: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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 15 to 15 for adults, and EUR 6.00 to 7.00 for children

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 and cash
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, American Express, and cash.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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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Frequently asked questions

Does Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway.

How close is Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway to the beach?

This hotel is 2.6 mi (12-min drive) from Grattan Beach and 3.4 mi (17-min drive) from Ladies Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between EUR 15 and 15 for adults, EUR 6.00 and 7.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Caesar's Palace (6-min drive) and Claudes Casino (6-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway have a pool?

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway does not have a pool.

Does Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway have a restaurant?

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway is home to Grain & Grill Restaurant, which features international cuisine.

Does Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway to downtown Galway?

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway is 1 mi away from Galway.

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 491 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

james, MOORESVILLE

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

P

All good except no hot water from bathroom sink. Fried eggs were not available for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free and easy parking. Good location. Large comfortable rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ruthy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Raymund

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good. Family of 4 but only 2 water bottle placed in the room. Unlike the other Maldron hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accessible. However, having two Maldron hotels in Galway makes it very confusing. Staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
By far the best hotel we stayed at during our vacation in Ireland!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short drive to quay street. We selected this hotel because it was close to restaurants and shops, while having air conditioning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cayley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

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

Comfortable- not close to city center

Nice and comfortable hotel. Nor walkable to Galway city center - we drove and found parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
the rooms were clean and spacious so no complaints there. The area is close enough to walk to the main city centre but it does require wallking up a hill. And the staff wasn’t very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

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

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deirdre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not a bad walk and staff were great. Restaurant was better than we expected. Easy parking. Rooms a little dated and too dark. Internet access was fine. Not anything right nearby too see or for eating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio, Needham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose, New York

Liked: Staff & service
NA
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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