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Private kitchen

Queen Street Place

Queen Street Place
2.5 star property
Galway City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"We absolutely loved"
Canada
Francis
The price is ₩153,071
₩173,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Queen Street Place
Reception

The Snug Townhouse

The Snug Townhouse
3.0 star property
Galway City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (850 reviews)
"Highly recommend for so bf le travelers! Amazing location and friendly staff!!"
United States
Lisa
The price is ₩248,615
₩282,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
The Snug Townhouse
Studio Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

City HideAway

City HideAway
3.0 star property
Galway City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (151 reviews)
"Cute place with laundry facilities and friendly staff. Had a wonderful stay."
United States
Charlotte
The price is ₩175,390
₩199,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
City HideAway
Quadruple Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), individually decorated

Eyre Square Townhouse

Eyre Square Townhouse
3.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (669 reviews)
"Clean and easy access to attractions we wanted to see"
United States
MARIE
The price is ₩238,092
₩270,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Eyre Square Townhouse
Deluxe Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Swuite Galway

Swuite Galway
3.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (534 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay."
United States
Taylor
The price is ₩171,019
₩194,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Swuite Galway
Restaurant

The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway
4.0 star property
Galway City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (740 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Food is very good. The pool area was very nice. The hotel is beautifully maintained."
United States
leslie
The price is ₩328,856
₩373,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Dean Galway
Exterior

Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Galway City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and great breakfast. Was an easy walk into town."
United States
Pam
The price is ₩250,442
₩284,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Menlo Park Hotel
Lobby

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
4.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent location and nice rooms. Good ac as it was hotter than usual so was nice to have"
United States
Scott
The price is ₩254,309
₩288,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Bar (on property)

Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway
4.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent location!"
United States
matthew
The price is ₩488,023
₩553,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Lunch and dinner served

Harbour Hotel

Harbour Hotel
4.0 star property
Galway City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Breakfast was above par. Most things Galway are within waling distance from the hotel"
United States
Mark
The price is ₩358,088
₩406,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Harbour Hotel
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Top Galway Hotel Reviews

The Galmont

The Galmont

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location near Eyre Square and the Latin Quarter in Galway. Staff were super friendly, hotel was excellent."
Zanab 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
The Galmont

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Galway?
A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Galway is likely number one on your sightseeing itinerary. Be sure to check out the array of shops and great live music while you're here. You can also discover the area's entertainment choices.
How many historical hotels are there in Galway?
In Galway, there are 346 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Galway?
Galway is notable for landmarks like Lynch's Castle, Spanish Arch, and Galway Cathedral. Known for its live music scene, cultural venues include Galway City Museum, Town Hall Theatre, and Druid Theatre. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Shop Street and Quay Street.
What is a historic hotel like in Galway?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep someplace that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Galway, giving a real sense of character.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Galway have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the normal amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Galway, don't worry that you'll find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.