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The Connacht Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Quay Street

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Relax in our spacious lobby with a round table and comfortable seating, surrounded by lush vertical gardens and natural light.
Situated in a well-maintained parking area, this hotel offers a contemporary design with a glass facade.
Enjoy a warm dining experience with a long table and comfortable seating for six.
Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn, with picnic tables and benches under shaded umbrellas.
Swimmers can enjoy the hotel's large indoor pool surrounded by a decorative deck and columns.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
Dublin Road, Galway, Galway
  • Eyre Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Galway Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Quay Street
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Triple Room

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

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Superior Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Quadruple Room

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

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room

  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Quadruple Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room

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

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Classic Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Galway

Ballybaan Beg stay.A stay at this Ballybaan Beg hotel places you steps from Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and within a 5-minute walk of Bon Secours Hospital Galway. Also, Atlantic Technological University Galway is within half a mile (1 km) and Galway Greyhound Stadium is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Galway Harbour - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Quay Street - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Shop Street - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • University of Galway - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Full Duck Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar Galway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wylde - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harry's at Water Lane - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Elephant & Castle - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Connacht Hotel

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Quay Street
The Connacht Hotel offers its guests 4 indoor swimming pools, a 24-hour health club, a sauna, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 9 meeting rooms available. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly The Connacht Hotel. Self parking is free.

  • 358 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Connacht Hotel offers 358 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 47-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, German, Russian

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 22 and December 27.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 13.50 for adults and EUR 6 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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

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

Does The Connacht Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Connacht Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at The Connacht Hotel?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Connacht Hotel on Aug 3, 2025 start from $206.44, 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.

How close is The Connacht Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.7 mi (10-min drive) from Grattan Beach and 3.4 mi (14-min drive) from Ladies Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Connacht Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Connacht Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 6 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Connacht Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Caesar's Palace (7-min drive) and Claudes Casino (7-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Connacht Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Connacht Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Connacht Hotel have a pool?

The Connacht Hotel features 4 indoor pools and a children's pool.

Does The Connacht Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Connacht Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Connacht Hotel to downtown Galway?

The Connacht Hotel is 1.3 mi away from Galway.

The Connacht Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 504 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1008 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with some decent on site dining options and a cafe. The room was perfect for our five person family. You could technically walk to downtown Galway, but it’s just far enough out to justify a drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oonagh

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

Comfort in Galway

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Barry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

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

8/10 Good

Mariah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Surprising Contrast

Lobby area is beautiful. Looks to be newly remodeled, very clean, and well lit. The rooms however, are a stark contrast. Dark, flat/uncomfortable pillows, and rather dated rooms. Fine for a one night crash, like our group did, but not sure I'd want to stay much longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Scarlett

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall ok properly but not very good value. Facility outside is very nice but room is basic and does not match the lobby etc. was disappointing but the staff was very nice. Also location is not very close to downtown and will need a car or take the bus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

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

Clean and comfy but needs updating

Very large hotel, easy free parking out front. Rooms need updating but were clean and comfortable and good size. Buffet breakfast has all the options for a full Irish breakfast plus oatmeal and fruit. Location is not good for walking to anything, but this is a good choice if traveling by car.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwaine

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

Would stay again, great stay

Great family stay. Hotel was spotless and the room was great. Swimming pool is huge and the kids loved it. We had lunch here one day too and everyone enjoyed the food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

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

Will stay again

Busy hotel friendly staff good value .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Depends on the room

Our room was located in the B wing, in particular the bathroom was dated in the room we stayed in. The heating system when it came on during the night was very loud. Check out is 11:30 am however had numerous instances of room cleaning staff trying to enter before this time. I have stayed in other rooms on previous occasions and had better experiences.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Excellent

All excellent. Ré booked straight away
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sinead

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Its a great hotel for kids with a great kids pool, kids club and activities in the evening. My child didn't wantvto leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

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

Great family hotel.

Great hotel. Great location. Comfortable and clean. Great for a family stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the hotels lobby and common areas were huge and modern.. the staff was friendly and helpful when we need anything .. Our room needed more dusting but everything else looked clean and the beds were really comfortable.. rooms are spacious.. Laundry was unconventionally so far .. but free which was nice (as we are traveling for 3 weeks) We loved Galway and your hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

valeria

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

M Catherine ONeill

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Tired and worm

Rooms in need of a refurb. Breakfast had no vegetarian options and the manager didnt seem to understand this his suggestion of spinach and vegetables as a vegetarian breakfast was an insult.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Cork

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024