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Galway Bay Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale spa hotel near Quay Street

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Galway Bay Hotel

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Bar (on property)
Indoor pool
On the beach
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds
Gym

Overview of Galway Bay Hotel

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • PoolPoolPool
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  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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258 R336, The Promenade Salthill, Galway, Galway
  • Popular LocationLeisureland3 min walk
  • Popular LocationCaesar's Palace10 min walk
  • Popular LocationQuay Street3 min drive
  • AirportKnock (NOC-Ireland West)80 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Classic Double Room, Sea View | View from room

Classic Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (1000)
The price is AU$384
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
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About the area

Galway

A family-friendly stay in Galway awaits you at Galway Bay Hotel. Within steps you'll find Ladies Beach and Leisureland. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Cuan Beauty can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with thalassotherapy and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym, kids' club and sauna. Plus you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a kids' swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Galway hotel include Quay Street and Eyre Square.

What's nearby

  • Leisureland - 3 min walk
  • Caesar's Palace - 10 min walk
  • Quay Street - 3 min drive
  • University of Galway - 4 min drive
  • Eyre Square - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 13 min drive
  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Creamery - 6 min walk
  • The Pool House Cafe - 4 min walk
  • Oslo - 8 min walk
  • O'Connor's Famous Pub - 10 min walk
  • The Ardilaun Bistro - 4 min drive

About this property

Galway Bay Hotel

Upscale spa hotel near Quay Street
Galway Bay Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business centre. A kids' pool, a sauna, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Galway Bay Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Galway hotel is smoke free.

  • 153 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Galway Bay Hotel offers 153 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Galway hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Cuan Beauty. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including thalassotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Irish, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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 35 per night.

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: from approximately EUR 12.95 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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, American Express and Diners Club. 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in is available.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Fáilte Ireland (The National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland) assigns an official star rating for accommodation in Ireland. This Hotel property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Galway Bay Hotel
Hotel Galway Bay
Galway Bay Hotel Hotel
Galway Bay Hotel Galway
Galway Bay Hotel Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Galway Bay Hotel?

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

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

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galway Bay Hotel on 21 Apr 2024 start from AU$273.52, 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 Galway Bay Hotel?

Yep, Galway Bay Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Galway Bay Hotel?

Yep, Galway Bay Hotel is on Ladies Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, waterskiing and windsurfing.

Is there a spa on site at Galway Bay Hotel?

Yep, Cuan Beauty is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Galway Bay Hotel have a pool?

Galway Bay Hotel has an indoor pool and a kids' pool.

What luxury perks are available at Galway Bay Hotel?

Galway Bay Hotel features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Galway Bay Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Galway Bay Hotel.

Is Galway Bay Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like a kids' club and a children's pool, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise Galway Bay Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Galway Bay Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests quite like the full brekkie here! Served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Galway Bay Hotel?

No, Galway Bay Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Galway Bay Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Galway Bay Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Galway Bay Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Galway Bay Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Galway Golf Club is a short 11-minute walk away.

Galway Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Conor

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed a lovely break in the hotel. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gobnait

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous rooms and very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Wedding stay
Attending a wedding Property needs to be updated. Looks a little tired but clean and comfortable. The staff were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

geraldine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Check in took a long time Restaurant service was very slow and seemed under staffed We dropped our bags off early and it took over an hour for the porter to bring them up Staff was nice and polite, but seemed inexperienced and overwhelmed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Mikah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We greatly enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was good and included, nice pool, and clean and comfortable rooms. The one area to be improved was that there was only one hook in the bathroom. It's difficult to reuse towels with no space to let them dry.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023