The Connacht Hotel

3.0 star property

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Lobby
4 indoor pools
BBQ/picnic Area
Bar (on property)
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service

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

Room options

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

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

Triple Room

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

Superior Quadruple Room

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

Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room

  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

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

Classic Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

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

Classic Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Galway

With a stay at The Connacht Hotel in Galway (Ballybaan Beg), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Eyre Square and Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bon Secours Hospital Galway and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Atlantic Technological University Galway.

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Galway Harbour - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Quay Street - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Spanish Arch - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • University of Galway - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Full Duck Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Radisson Red Galway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cooper's Bar And Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hyde Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Connacht Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with 4 indoor pools and a 24-hour health club
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.

4 indoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Stay in one of 358 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Dip into one of the 4 indoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities including a 24-hour health club and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Grab a bite to eat at Ruebens Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and 9 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Ruebens Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Ruebens Restaurant

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

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)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 6 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

The Connacht Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 311 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1001 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

TAKASHI

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The elegant and lively entrance made me feel excited upon arrival. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this property was exceptional. They let us leave our luggage after we checked out so we didn't have to haul it around the city until our train left.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary ann

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid hotel that kept all the balls in the air during a crazy week in Galway (end of arts festival, start of Galway Races). As large hotels go it was remarkably personable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anand

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at The Connacht Hotel were absolutely amazing, making our stay truly wonderful. Their exceptional service and warm hospitality made all the difference.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priyanka, Jersey city

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with wonderful kid friendly rooms. They had a kids club which my 7 year old enjoyed a lot. Restaurant was also amazing with a fancy afternoon tea service too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

akhtar

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel removed from downtown area. You need to cab it to restaurants and pubs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ksenia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good hotel. We enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget and Alan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

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

10/10 Excellent

Bret

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

6/10 Okay

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was good and check in was pretty quick since I’d already paid online. Parking was easy to get a spot and was free of charge. The room was quite warm, but given that the weather had been very hot it’s understandable. However I’d say it would be a good idea to leave the windows open to help with airflow. There wasn’t a guest booklet or any info in the room we were in so procedures for swimming or the fitness suite etc weren’t readily available. The pool area was grand and a good size. The requirement to wear and/or purchase a swim cap was a bit odd as I’ve never seen that at any other hotel I’ve stayed at. We didn’t eat breakfast as it was rather dear at £20 per person on top of the price of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with a lovely dining option. Best part of our stay was the Magician at dinner!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very happy

The hotel could use paint on the outside but the inside is lovely! Clean, bright and spacious - it is a great hotel for a family get-away.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aisling

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most of the staff was great. The reception desk staff was awesome and accommodating. They have smaller personal refrigerator that can be used for a milk jug if youre traveling with babies. The staff at the bar was really friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025