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The Connacht Hotel

Property class: 3
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Eyre Square

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A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, modern lighting, and a green wall adorned with plants.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and street lamps.
A swimming pool with a person jumping into the water, another person swimming, and a third person in the background.
A modern lounge area with sofas, lamps, and a bookshelf filled with decorative items.
A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, bar stools, and a counter with a cash register.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Dublin Road, Galway, Galway
  • Place, Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lough Atalia
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a green chair, a small table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Triple Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with sheer curtains, a blue teepee with animal prints, and a teddy bear.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

Quadruple Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a desk, a mirror, and toys on the shelves.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small table with wine glasses.

Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a large bed with a patterned bedspread, a desk with a remote control, a lamp, and a small table with a book.

Family Room

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Classic Triple Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a teddy bear.

Classic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room

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

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

Double Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Galway

Ballybaan Beg stay.With a stay at this Ballybaan Beg hotel, you'll be steps from Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and Bon Secours Hospital Galway. Atlantic Technological University Galway and Lough Atalia are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lough Atalia - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Atlantic Technological University Galway - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Eyre Square - 7 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Shop Street - 8 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 11 min drive
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tigh Cóilí - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Dough Bros - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taaffes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Connacht Hotel

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Eyre Square
The Connacht Hotel offers its guests 2 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 terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly The Connacht Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Galway hotel.

  • 349 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
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Connacht Hotel offers 349 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • 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

  • 2 indoor pools
  • 24-hour health club
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with cable/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 used
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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, 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.

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

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

How close is The Connacht Hotel to the airport?

The Connacht Hotel is 57.4 mi (69-min drive) away from the Shannon Airport (SNN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Connacht Hotel on Aug 31, 2026 start from $156, 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 The Connacht Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Connacht Hotel.

How close is The Connacht Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.7 mi (19-min drive) from Grattan Beach and 3.5 mi (23-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 2 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 1.4 mi away from Galway.

The Connacht Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 533 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location close to town
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CELINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for families. Lovely breakfast, staff very friendly and the swimming pool was a proper treat!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

LUIS

Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean staff was friendly and breakfast was nice with a great selection
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Orla

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I felt the main reception area was very nice but rooms were dated and could do with painting
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, but needs updating (it’s old), lobby is beautiful, staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay, clean rooms, comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Come to the west Galway
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Declan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel. Loads of parking but still close to the city
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Lovely hotel…great for families
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oyniso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel with a good restaurant. It was a good place to stop for a night rest during our trip to Galway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, great facilities and staff / team members. Enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were nice and clean. Changing rooms at pool were updated and nice. Staff are all extremely helpful and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
heated floors in the swimming pool were brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very comfortable and clean. The food was reasonably priced and quite nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes room was greet
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Börje

Liked: Staff & service
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026