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The Connacht Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly Galway hotel in Ballybaan Beg with 4 indoor swimming pools
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Lobby
BBQ/picnic area
4 indoor pools
Exterior
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Dublin Road, Galway, Galway
  • Bon Secours Hospital Galway
    4 min walk
  • Galway Shopping Center
    4 min drive
  • Merlin Park Hospital
    4 min drive
  • Galway (GWY)
    13 min drive

Room options

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Superior Quadruple Room

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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Room

Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Galway

A family-friendly stay in Galway awaits you at The Connacht Hotel. Within steps you'll find Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and Bon Secours Hospital Galway within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include 4 indoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Ruebens Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, kids' club, sauna and kids' swimming pool. 9 meeting rooms and conference space are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Ballybaan Beg hotel include Galway Mayo Institute of Technology and Galway Greyhound Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Galway Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Quay Street - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • University Hospital Galway - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • University of Galway - 6 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Full Duck Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar Galway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wylde - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harry's at Water Lane - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Elephant & Castle - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Connacht Hotel

Family-friendly Galway hotel in Ballybaan Beg with 4 indoor swimming pools
The Connacht Hotel offers its guests 4 indoor swimming pools, a 24-hour health club, a sauna, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 9 meeting rooms available. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly The Connacht Hotel. Self parking is free.

  • 358 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Connacht Hotel offers 358 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 47-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, German, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ruebens Restaurant

Family friendly

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 31 December 2024 to 2 January 2025 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed between 22 December and 27 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 13.50 for adults and from EUR 6 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Connacht Galway
Connacht Hotel
Connacht Hotel Galway
Hotel Connacht
The Connacht Hotel Hotel
The Connacht Hotel Galway
The Connacht Hotel Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Connacht Hotel?

The Connacht Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Connacht Hotel?

As of 23 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Connacht Hotel on 24 Nov 2024 start from AU$182.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Connacht Hotel?

Yep, The Connacht Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Connacht Hotel?

The closest beach to The Connacht Hotel is Grattan Beach (3.4 km).

Does The Connacht Hotel have a pool?

The Connacht Hotel has 4 indoor swimming pools and a kids' pool.

What luxury perks are available at The Connacht Hotel?

The Connacht Hotel features 4 indoor pools, a 24-hour health club and a steam room.

What makes The Connacht Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Connacht Hotel.

Is The Connacht Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club, a children's pool and supervised childcare, it's no surprise that The Connacht Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Connacht Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Connacht Hotel?

No, The Connacht Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Connacht Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Connacht Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Connacht Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Connacht Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1004 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with family
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and spacious.
Very spacious hotel. About 30 minute walk to the city center. We booked for pool but later realized you had to purchase swim hats so we did not swim. I liked that they had a coffee station in lobby where we could buy pastries and coffee. The lobby was nice and spacious. Quite a large hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live bands and kids club
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Corralie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Hotel was nice. Was able to walk to quay street.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Victoria

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Tara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family room
Check in is 3:30 but our room wasn’t ready til 3:55pm .. room was spotless clean and the bunk beds were a big hit but for a family room we had no WiFi.. kids not impressed! Rang reception and they gave me the corporate WiFi code but connection would cut out after 5 seconds .. no phone service either in our room .. room 1096.. seemed to be a black hole for any sort of reception ! Pool closes at 7 for kids so something to be aware of .. only a 3 hour window between us getting our room and having to exit pool .. kids were hungry in between so they didn’t get much time in pool .. again in morn rushed from breakfast to pool and check out is 11:30am . Seemed to have a nice kids club and we ate in the restaurant and food was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

oonagh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Girls in town
Enjoyed our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Maria

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overnight stay
Nice overnight stay at very large hotel but well managed, nice facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

tabrez

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

April, Renton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little bit out of the downtown area of Galway but super convenient if you had a car (as we did). Cute and clean room. Facility is not brand new or modern but everything was great for my teen daughter and I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lilith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Galway gem
Lovely hotel, super easy and quick to get the bus into Galway town centre. Lots of free parking. Incredible gym, 25 m pool (30 degrees so too warm for me) steam room, sauna and jacuzzi. Only downs were I struggled with the water temperature on the shower and didn’t love the coffee with breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Un friendly staff not helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel - will go back
Stayed for one night end of June - Great hotel for family - short walk into city, great staff and fantastic entertainment on Saturday night! Great buzz in hotel due to a kids football tournament staying which added to the atmosphere..Can’t comment on food as we didn’t eat in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kollin

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed 5 nights here in an adjoining room with my 3 kids. The beds were very comfortable and I liked how there were various pillow options. The daily room refresh was lovely and my kids LOVED their pool (it was super warm - the only pool my 8 month old has liked so far). It was also so nice they had a laundry room on site (just bring your room key and your own detergent). There were two washers and two dryers. We had already been traveling for two weeks upon our arrival so it was really nice being able to run two loads of laundry! The laundry room is a bit hard to locate but an extremely kind staff member walked us all the way to the “d wing” and showed us how to fine it. The breakfast is okay - not the best food but not bad. The service was prompt though. Our dinner there I had the baked cod and it was phenomenal. My sons ordered the burger and chicken goujons and both kids’ meals were left wanting (just not great quality or great tasting). The hotel is 7-10 mins from downtown and I could always find a parking spot. Very easy spot to get to places around Galway.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024