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Our top choices for Galway historic hotels

A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

1. Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Galway City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Had a nice stay. Clean rooms and great staff."
United States
Alice
The price is ₹10,371
₹11,772 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Menlo Park Hotel
A cozy cafe with a bar area, seating with a lamp, and a visible exit sign.

2. The Nest Boutique Hostel

The Nest Boutique Hostel
2.0 star property
Salthill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (554 reviews)
"Super friendly staff. It was a great stay"
United States
Vanessa
The price is ₹6,218
₹7,057 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Nest Boutique Hostel
A hotel room with two beds, a large tufted headboard, a window with curtains, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a lamp on the side table.

3. The Lane - Boutique Residence

The Lane - Boutique Residence
3.0 star property
Galway City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (562 reviews)
"Location was perfect!"
United States
Morgan
The price is ₹8,721
₹9,898 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Lane - Boutique Residence
A balcony with a checkered floor, tables, and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a cloudy sky.

4. The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway
4.0 star property
Galway City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (860 reviews)
"Great location and amazing gym facility"
United States
Craig
The price is ₹13,612
₹15,450 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Dean Galway
A large hotel with multiple stories, a prominent glass facade, and a waterfront location.

5. Galway Bay Hotel

Galway Bay Hotel
4.0 star property
Attithomasrevagh
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay in excellent location. Staff,rooms and breakfast all fabulous. Would certainly stay again"
United Kingdom
James
The price is ₹12,402
₹14,076 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Galway Bay Hotel
A modern interior with a geometric light installation, a central seating area, and a dark-toned floor.

6. The G Hotel and Spa

The G Hotel and Spa
5.0 star property
Galway City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (944 reviews)
"This hotel was beautiful! We loved the spa, the drinks, the view and especially the location."
United States
Mario
The price is ₹14,704
₹16,689 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The G Hotel and Spa
A modern lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the cityscape.

7. The Galmont

The Galmont
4.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location right on the river."
United States
Robb
The price is ₹13,593
₹15,428 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Galmont
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

8. Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
4.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay"
Australia
Ian and Fiona
The price is ₹9,859
₹11,190 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
A hotel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a well-lit building facade.

9. Flannery's Hotel Galway

Flannery's Hotel Galway
3.0 star property
Ballybaan Beg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
Mexico
Alberto
The price is ₹9,127
₹10,359 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Flannery's Hotel Galway
A cozy reading nook with leather chairs, a small table, and a brick wall bookshelf.

10. Nox Hotel

Nox Hotel
3.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice stay ,great breakfast"
Canada
Rachel
The price is ₹9,777
₹11,097 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Nox Hotel
A multi-story brick building with large windows and a neon sign.

11. St Judes Lodge

St Judes Lodge
3.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (942 reviews)
"Convenient location. Great breakfast. Friendly staff and owners"
Canada
Christopher
The price is ₹11,707
₹13,288 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
St Judes Lodge
Room

12. Glenarde House

Glenarde House
2.0 star property
Tievegarriff
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Okay"
Australia
Paul
The price is ₹9,747
₹11,063 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Glenarde House
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a window with curtains.

13. Eyre Square Townhouse

Eyre Square Townhouse
3.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (718 reviews)
"Great property and location!"
United States
jordyn
The price is ₹10,438
₹11,847 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Eyre Square Townhouse
A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, modern lighting, and a green wall adorned with plants.

14. The Connacht Hotel

The Connacht Hotel
3.0 star property
Ballybaan Beg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Big room, comfortable bed. Great shower. Breakfast was really good, great choice. Bar and barstaff was great."
United Kingdom
David
The price is ₹9,579
₹10,872 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Connacht Hotel
A lush garden with a stone pathway leading to a building with large windows.

15. The Ardilaun Hotel

The Ardilaun Hotel
4.0 star property
Tievegarriff
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (692 reviews)
"Clean room Wonderful breakfast"
United States
Christina
The price is ₹10,839
₹12,303 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Ardilaun Hotel
A spacious living room with a large window offering a city view, a beige sofa, a small round table, and a patterned throw pillow.

16. Citypoint Apartments

Citypoint Apartments
4.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (522 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Manjinder
The price is ₹13,537
₹15,365 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Citypoint Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outside.

17. Madison House

Madison House
3.5 star property
Galway City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (30 reviews)
"lovely place, very centric and cozy"
United States
Annette
The price is ₹8,504
₹9,652 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Madison House
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

18. Travelodge Galway

Travelodge Galway
3.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (675 reviews)
"Easy check-in, receptionist friendly and professional Room clean and tidy - probably one of the best Travelodge we’ve stayed in. Room was quite and brekkie great Only comment - advertised as in City - it’s about a 15 minute walk into centre."
United Kingdom
Susan
The price is ₹7,671
₹8,707 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Travelodge Galway
Living area

19. Waterlane Apartments

Waterlane Apartments
3.0 star property
Galway City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (10 reviews)
"Nice & roomy. 4 bathrooms & 3 bedrooms. Needed some deep cleaning but overall was nice"
United States
Joseph
The price is ₹16,861
₹23,375 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Waterlane Apartments
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, wooden headboard, and a window with blinds.

20. 1997 Stays Galway

1997 Stays Galway
3.0 star property
Newcastle
6.0 out of 10, (11 reviews)
"Although it was clean the bed was uncomfortable and the shower was poor. You can also hear everything in this accommodation, which makes it hard to sleep. I understand Galway is expensive, but this accommodation should not be as expensive as it is."
Ireland
Gill
The price is ₹9,219
₹10,463 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
1997 Stays Galway
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Top Galway Hotel Reviews

Harbour Hotel

Harbour Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Really nice hotel walking distance to explore Galway. Convenient but tight parking garage available for guests. 2 minute walk to the heart of the pubs and shopping in Galway. Loved our stay. Thank you!"
Katelynn 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Harbour Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Galway?
A visit to the historical places in Galway is likely on top of your sightseeing list. Be sure to check out the major shopping area 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 347 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the top 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 itinerary are Shop Street and Quay Street.
What is a historic hotel like in Galway?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep in a place that has an official 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 a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Galway, bringing the history to life.
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 building of historic hotels tend to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it's mainly the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Galway have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose 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.