The Connacht Hotel

3.0 star property

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Lobby
Exterior
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed
4 indoor pools
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Dublin Road, Galway, Galway
  • Bon Secours Hospital Galway
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Galway Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Merlin Park Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Galway (GWY)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Triple Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Superior Quadruple Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

Room

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

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Quadruple Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Classic Triple Room

  • 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 Quay Street. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bon Secours Hospital Galway.

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 3 min drive
  • Galway Harbour - 3 min drive
  • Spanish Arch - 4 min drive
  • Quay Street - 5 min drive
  • University of Galway - 6 min drive

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 Galway hotel in Ballybaan Beg with 4 indoor swimming pools
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.

Languages

English, German, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

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

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM: EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Ruebens Restaurant

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms - 9

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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 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

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. 486 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

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

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jason, Loveland

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place for a family
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Good! Nice restaurant in the lobby, receptionist very helpful close to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aideen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellant
really good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel, had an overnight stay only, I would come back for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

eoghan

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

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Halloween Stay
Despite our room being a little late in being ready, the hotel was perfect for our needs. A very clean and well maintained pool, clwan and comfortable rooms, delicious food and very friendly and accommodating staff. Its perfectly located for relaxation but close enough to venture into Galway City centre. Bus 409 cost €5.60 for a family of 4 into the city and the pick up is a few hundred yards from the hotel with the drop off practically at the hotel entrance. Will we return? Absolutely. It'll now be our go to Galway hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seosamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top notch!
It was a last minute decision to stay but the staff at reception (Caitriona) was excellent. So friendly , humorous and very efficient. She's a keeper! As was the host for dinner and the bar staff afterwards, all courteous and efficient.. Great staff I have to stay. Food ( lamb) was top class. Room was lovely and comfortable an d a great rate for a last minute booking.. Excellent all around.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance

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

6/10 Okay

magen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good breakfast and great for families
good stay. a little far of a walk to Galway city centre so we took a taxi which was inexpensive. lots of parking if you are driving in. a little noisy but lots of people there for a wedding. breakfast was good so purchase that for sure
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

JAMES

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
hard pass
309 euro for a room that was barely a 3 star,. room didnt have soap / body wash.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of available parking. Not far from city center. Pizza was available after 9pm. A good base to visit the surrounding attractions from!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Eftekhar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is old and certainly not environmentally friendly. The washroom could use upgrades to the flushing system to save water. Overall room was larger than other hotel we stayed in Ireland. The hotel is a bit far from downtown area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It is easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalee

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great gym swimming pool and bar
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Avril

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel - very comfortable and has been recently refurbished. Great welcome from the staff. Location is not ideal for the city and it takes about 30 minutes to walk in but is on a decent bus route.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nicely maintained and the restaurant had good quality food. The staff were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024