West Ireland

Travel Guide
Galway Cathedral featuring interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Where to stay in West Ireland

Galway Harbour which includes a river or creek, a marina and boating

Galway City Centre

4.5/5(138 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Eyre Square or Shop Street while you're exploring the area.

Galway City Centre
Default Image

Newtown

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

While Newtown isn't home to many top sights, Aillwee Cave and Poulnabrone Dolmen are some notable places to visit nearby.

Newtown
Default Image

Thornhill

While Thornhill isn't home to many top sights, Bertra Beach and Croagh Patrick are some notable places to visit nearby.

Thornhill
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Leonardo Hotel Galway
4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is CA $260 per night from Jun. 4 to Jun. 5
CA $260
CA $295 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and helpful. We had a very late check in and the beds were so comfortable. It was the best nights sleep of our trip. Room was clean and spacious. Breakfast was worth every penny."

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Menlo Park Hotel
Menlo Park Hotel
4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road, Galway, Galway
The price is CA $185 per night from May 20 to May 21
CA $185
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in a quieter part of the city. Staff were friendly and helpful. My stay included free breakfast and it was delicious with plenty of options. Room was quite large with all the necessities including a mini fridge. Highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Menlo Park Hotel
Eyre Square Hotel
Eyre Square Hotel
3 out of 5
Forster Street, Eyre Square, Galway
The price is CA $221 per night from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10
CA $221
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Easy, short walk to areas of interest. Nice bar and dining room. Unable to control heat in room, very stuffy, was able to open a window. Breakfast was very slow and almost missed day tour, wasnt able to finish eating, was told by waitress we would be compensated, we were not. We did have an overflow ..."

Reviewed on May 11, 2024

Eyre Square Hotel
See all 1,372 properties in West Ireland
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.
Citypoint Apartments
Citypoint Apartments
4 out of 5
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (365 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at Citypoint. While the room was smaller it was well laid out and eaisly accommodated us and our 2 north american sized suitcases. It was central without being too noisy. Easy to walk where we wanted to go."

Reviewed on May 10, 2024

Citypoint Apartments
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
3 out of 5
The Promenade, Salthill, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions Quay Street and Eyre Square are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (220 reviews)
"Very happy with my stay here, we rented apartments for the week and everyone was extremely happy with thier stay. Very clean and great area"

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
Shoreline Apartments
Shoreline Apartments
4 out of 5
Quincentennial Dr, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star 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! (12 reviews)
"The place was spotless. The linens and toiletries are good quality. Nice to have laundry facilities, although challenging to navigate!"

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

Shoreline Apartments
See all properties in West Ireland
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

Image for Cliffs of Moher

Cliffs of Moher

5/5(93 reviews)

Velvety green fields drop away into sheer ocean cliffs amid the intriguing ecology and geology of Ireland’s most visited natural attraction.

Cliffs of Moher
Image for Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle

4.5/5(6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cong with a visit to Ashford Castle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the fishing spots.

Ashford Castle
Image for Eyre Square

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
Image for Quay Street

Quay Street

During your visit to Latin Quarter, 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
Image for Kylemore Abbey

Kylemore Abbey

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.

Kylemore Abbey
Image for University of Galway

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

Things to do

Image for Self Guided Bike Tour on the Limerick Greenway

Self Guided Bike Tour on the Limerick Greenway

CA $22
Per adult
Self Guided Bike Tour on the Limerick Greenway
See all activities in West Ireland

Cities near West Ireland

Dunguaire Castle showing heritage elements, a castle and heritage architecture

Galway

Westport featuring a river or creek

Westport

Photo by Rhonda Zoloth

Athlone

Cong Abbey which includes a ruin, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Cong