Connacht
Travel Guide
Visit Connacht
Where to stay in Connacht
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.
Latin Quarter
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Galway City Museum might round out your trip.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
Renmore
While Renmore might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eyre Square and Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre.
Salthill
While visiting Salthill, you might make a stop by sights like Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace.
Newcastle
While Newcastle might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Galway Cathedral and Galway Shopping Center.
The Dean Galway
Clean, close to town, bar and food fab
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
The Galmont
The Galmount hotel is fab. The spa is something else. Staff so lovely. Super brekkie. Excellent food in bar and restaurant. Spacious, comfortable rooms. Couldn’t get better location. Staff so accommodating too. Can’t fault it.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Menlo Park Hotel
Great hotel
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Citypoint Apartments
Nice location and close to dining and pubs.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
Helpful staff. Simple check in. Help available by phone when needed.
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Shoreline Apartments
Excellent remote check in with all the appropriate information and codes provided. I even got a check in message one day into our stay. Thoughtfully designed apartments right by the water in salthill. Beautiful area. Would be interested in other properties owned by this group!
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Popular places to visit
Ashford Castle
You can learn about the history of Cong with a visit to Ashford Castle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the fishing spots.
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
Quay Street
During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
University of Galway
Explore the campus of University of Galway, during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Kylemore Abbey
Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.
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.
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