Castlegar Travel Guide
Galway
Popular places to visit
Quay Street
During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
Galway Harbour
Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.
University of Galway
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Galway during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Spanish Arch
Find out about the history of Galway when you take a trip to Spanish Arch. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Shop Street
During your trip to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shop Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Top hotels in Castlegar
Galway Bay Hotel
Staff where unbelievable, hotel was in a beautiful spot, hotel had so many amenities. We had a brilliant stay, cant wait to go back.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Galway
Their was an issue with the accommodation in hotel but staff were excellent in getting alternative accommodation sorted at this busy time of year. Our trip could have been a disaster but staff + hotel were very responsive in find a solution for unforseen issues in hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
The Galmont
Lovely Place
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Room clean, friendly staff, shame about the shower
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Dean Galway
Handy location, good breakfast, modern rooms though cosy ones would be very small for 2 people
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Menlo Park Hotel
Staff was great and Gina was so accommodating and great to work with!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Castlegar
Ballybaan Beg
When in Ballybaan Beg, you can plan a visit to Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and Galway Race Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ballinfoile
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ballinfoile and surrounding area, you can visit Galway Shopping Center and Cooper's Hill Livery.
Merlin Park
Visitors to Merlin Park enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Merlin Woods Park is worth a stop.
Terryland
Terryland is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Planet Entertainment Centre, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Renmore
When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Eyre Square and Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Galway City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Galway Shopping Center or Eyre Square while you're exploring the area.
