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The Western Hotel

4.0 star property
Georgian hotel with free valet parking and 24-hour front desk

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Cozy bar area with a warm fireplace, comfortable seating, and a lush potted plant.
Relax in a serene space with a tropical-themed wallpaper, two benches, a large mirror, and a potted plant.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a central counter, comfortable sofa, and a beautiful potted plant.
Two single beds with white linens and decorative pillows, situated in a clean and modern space.
Enjoy a leisurely game of chess by the fireplace in this inviting room, featuring a round table and traditional furniture.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$359
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Explore the area

Map
33 Prospect Hill, Galway, Galway
  • Eyre Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Spanish Arch
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • University of Galway
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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Triple Room

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Twin Room

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Galway

The Western Hotel puts you in the heart of Galway, within just a 10-minute stroll of Eyre Square and Galway Cathedral. Highlights at this Georgian hotel include a restaurant, free valet parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Western Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Galway City Centre hotel include Galway City Museum and Spanish Arch.

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Quay Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Galway Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Spanish Arch - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Galway - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪An Pucan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar Galway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Murty Rabbitts - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Darcy's Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Charcoal Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Western Hotel

Georgian hotel with free valet parking and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Western Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Galway hotel.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Western Hotel offers 43 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This Galway hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 14 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • The Western Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [33 Prospect Hill, Galway, Ireland.]
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

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 not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: EUR 250 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: from approximately EUR 14 per person
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Western Galway
Western Hotel
Western Hotel Galway
The Western Hotel Hotel
The Western Hotel Galway
The Western Hotel Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Western Hotel?

The Western Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 9 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Western Hotel on 13 July 2025 start from AU$359.21, 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.

Is parking available at The Western Hotel?

Yep, The Western Hotel has a free self car park and free valet parking. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Western Hotel?

The closest beach to The Western Hotel is Grattan Beach (1.9 km).

Is The Western Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Western Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Western Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is available daily from 7 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Western Hotel?

No, The Western Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Western Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Western Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Western Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Western Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nima

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for an enjoyable stay, and a helpful and kind staff. We had a great visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Western Hotel! The room was comfortable and surprisingly spacious for the price. It’s about a 10-minute walk to the city center, which was perfect—close enough to everything but still quiet at night. Breakfast had a solid variety of options, and every staff member we interacted with was warm and helpful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danette, Southbury

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find the property and parking was very easy. From the directions, it sounded like parking was down the road. We were pleasantly surprised parking was really just under the building and there was an elevator right up into the hotel! We really enjoyed the music in the bar in the evenings! Wish food was available a bit later, but we understand that is rare. We were surprised the room did not have a refrigerator. It was a bit of an inconvenience but not major.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was in a terrific location. Great service, quiet, and a good parking option. The pub was cozy and our food was very tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Definitely a keeper

Excellent location, first rate staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

8/10 Good

Laude

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel. Close to town and great atmosphere. Directions to parking were perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Excellent stay! Recommend!

Excellent stay - would recommend to anyone. Hotel was nicely decorated, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent - buffet of cold options and hot breakfast choice cooked to order. Food was delicious. Parking is very limited, had to double park cars but attendant responded promptly to move them and it wasn’t an issue. We easily walked into Eyre Square, Latin Quarter etc and back. We stayed a second night in Galway later in our trip pre booked at a different hotel - wish we had come back to the Western.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is fabulous. The staff were friendly. Did not use the restaurant or bar. Room & hotel could use some updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at The Western was incredible! The location was perfect for walking around, shopping, and exploring Galway. Our room was clean and the front desk staff was super friendly and helpful with answering our questions and offering suggestions. We would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Evad

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

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

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

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, beautiful bar, and I loved having the Nespresso machine in the room! I would certainly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to Excellent customer service, staff were very knowledgeable regarding transportation and site seeing. The room was very comfortable and the coffee and tea amenities were appreciated. Also had wonderful dining experience at the restaurant attached to the hotel. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Wonderful apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024