Sligo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ben Bulben featuring mountains and tranquil scenes
Sligo Abbey which includes a ruin, a castle and heritage architecture
Sligo featuring a city, a bridge and heritage architecture
Knocknarea featuring tranquil scenes and golf as well as a small group of people
Glencar Waterfall featuring a cascade, a lake or waterhole and forest scenes

Welcome to Sligo, which is in a very popular part of Ireland Northwest and Lakelands. Come and enjoy the magical natural environment in this region including beaches, coastal plains and forests.

Sligo is located 55 miles (89 kilometres) north of Galway and about 110 miles (177 kilometres) northwest of Dublin, Ireland's capital.

While it may be a temptation to just kick back and relax when visiting Sligo, keep in mind that the surrounding region's treasure-trove of scenic wonders are never more than a day trip away. While in the district, make the effort to get to Tobbercurry. It is 9 miles (14 kilometres) away from Sligo and is home to the Tubbercurry Golf Club and Achonry Monastery. Boyle is yet another spot worth investigating. It is where you'll find the Boyle Abbey and King House. Boyle is 18 miles (29 kilometres) from Sligo.

Organise transportation and visit Sligo, a regional centre, some 10 miles (16 kilometres) away from Sligo. The place has a range of attractions, for example Strandhill Beach, Inishmurray and Tobernalt Holy Well. Sligo has much of interest for visitors keen to linger. OConnell Street, Knocknarea and Drumcliffe Church are just some of the attractions you won't want to miss.

No matter how far you have come and however long you stay, memories of Ireland Northwest and Lakelands will remain with you for a long time.

Clayton Hotel & Leisure Club Sligo

Clayton Hotel & Leisure Club Sligo

4 out of 5
Clarion Road, Ballinode, Sligo
The price is ₹16,681 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹16,681
₹18,933 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Sligo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (994 reviews)
Good family rooms and location
"Really good family rooms in a central location to Sligo. A very large hotel so you will definitely get in your steps. Breakfast was okay but average for a hotel of this brand."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Clayton Hotel & Leisure Club Sligo
Riverside Hotel

Riverside Hotel

3 out of 5
Riverside, Sligo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹14,033 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹14,033
₹15,928 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Sligo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Fantastic Hotel in a great location.
"The staff at check where great, hasle free check in, very nice, there was no parking left in there car park, that was not a problem as the staff told me about car parks 2 minutes walk away, €3 parking for the day, the hotel is in a great location, its within walking distance to everything, I'll be ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Riverside Hotel
The Address Sligo

The Address Sligo

3 out of 5
Quay Street, Sligo, Sligo
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Sligo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (140 reviews)
"Great hotel centrally located in the beautiful town of Sligo. Staff was very friendly. Beds were comfy and the dining room had the best dessert ever."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

The Address Sligo
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.
St Angela’s Lakeside Aparthotel

St Angela’s Lakeside Aparthotel

3.5 out of 5
Clogherrevagh, Lough Gill, Sligo, Sligo
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in Sligo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Lough Gill and Rose of Innisfree ...
9/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
"Staff very good"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

St Angela’s Lakeside Aparthotel
River Dale

River Dale

3.5 out of 5
Sligo, Sligo (county)
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Sligo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions The Niland Gallery and Model Arts and Niland Gallery ...
River Dale
The Snuggly Sheep Shepherd Hut Campview Farm Stay

The Snuggly Sheep Shepherd Hut Campview Farm Stay

3 out of 5
Ballyshannon, County Donegal
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Ballyshannon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lakeside Centre and Abbey Assaroe are located ...
Snuggly sheep
"I had a lovely time in the ultra modern and extremely comfortable shepherds hut. View amazing from nearly every window. Very helpful hosts so I would highly recommend staying here!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2022

The Snuggly Sheep Shepherd Hut Campview Farm Stay
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.

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Reviews of Sligo

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 51%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 47%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

georgedoherty

Good pubs and music.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Just brilliant

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

A good base to see the area if you have a car

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A beautiful city!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I love sligo people are lovely and a great place for a break.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I have 70 years of connections and visits to Sligo. First visit to the hotel.

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