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Beautiful coastal landscape at Silverstrand in Galway Ireland showing sandy beach, tidal water, and green cliffs, nature background
Beautiful coastal landscape at Silverstrand in Galway Ireland showing sandy beach, tidal water, and green cliffs, nature background
Beautiful morning scenery of silhouetted people at Silverstrand beach in Galway, Ireland

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Clybaun Hotel Galway

Clybaun Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Clybaun Road, Knocknacarra Galway Galway
The price is CA $174 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
CA $174
CA $198 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (838 reviews)
The hotel staff were friendly and sincere. The hotel itself is wonderful, we spent a couple of nights and it’s very convenient especially if you have a car to drive around. Rooms are big and clean. We had a wonderful stay at the hotel!

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Clybaun Hotel Galway
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill Galway
The price is CA $181 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
CA $181
CA $205 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Eyre ...
9/10 Wonderful! (607 reviews)
Amazing Hotel from clean room staff amenities the lot & a 5min walk to centre of everything We shall be back it was just amazing hotel all round loved it Galways amazing & the Dean just made it even more so for is.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

The Dean Galway
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road Galway Galway
The price is CA $152 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
CA $152
CA $172 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
It's a marvellous friendly hotel with very helpful staff . The breakfast is a must as was the reastrant. Great value to.

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Menlo Park Hotel
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Citypoint Apartments

Citypoint Apartments

4 out of 5
Eyre Square Galway Galway
Stay at this aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (472 reviews)
Spotless. Spacious. Great Location. Attentive staff.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Citypoint Apartments
Shoreline Apartments

Shoreline Apartments

4 out of 5
Quincentennial Dr Galway Galway
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Quay Street and Eyre Square are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
Excellent accommodation and spectacular views. Clean and comfortable with quick access to Galway. Don’t forget to check out Salthill area as there are some nice places to eat and great pub.

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Shoreline Apartments
Madison House

Madison House

3.5 out of 5
Forster St Galway Galway
Stay at this vacation home in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, hydromassage showerheads, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
Madison House
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Eyre Square which includes a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Eyre Square

4.5/5(72 reviews)

Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Eyre Square
Quay Street which includes street scenes, outdoor eating and markets

Quay Street

During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Quay Street
The quadrangle at the National University or Ireland at Galway. Can't believe I get to call this place my school for the next year!

University of Galway

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Galway, during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

University of Galway
Galway Harbour showing a river or creek, boating and a marina

Galway Harbour

4/5(31 reviews)

Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.

Galway Harbour
Spanish Arch featuring street scenes and heritage elements as well as a couple

Spanish Arch

4.5/5(46 reviews)

Find out about the history of Galway with a stop at Spanish Arch. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Spanish Arch
The colourful shopping street in Galway... #Architecture

Shop Street

4.5/5(26 reviews)

During your trip to Galway, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shop Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Shop Street

Things to do

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

CA $97
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Welcome to Galway Walking Tour

Galway: Welcome to Galway Walking Tour

CA $24
per adult
Galway: Welcome to Galway Walking Tour
Kylemore Abbey

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

CA $97
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr

Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

CA $65
per adult
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

CA $89
per adult
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

CA $23
per adult
The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway
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Cities near Knocknacarra

Dunguaire Castle showing heritage elements, a castle and heritage architecture

Galway