West Ireland

Travel Guide

Galway which includes chateau or palace and heritage architecture
Galway Cathedral which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Galway City Museum showing interior views
Galway Cathedral which includes interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral
Galway showing heritage architecture, tranquil scenes and a church or cathedral

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Where to stay in West Ireland

Galway Harbour which includes a river or creek, a marina and boating

Galway City Centre

4.5/5(585 area reviews)

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.

Galway City Centre
Galway City Museum featuring interior views

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.

Latin Quarter
Thanks god for the amazing weather - wayyyy too gorgeous #galway #nofilter #naturalbeauty

Claddagh

Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.

Claddagh
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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.

Renmore
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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.

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Menlo

Travelers like the historic sites in Menlo, and Menlo Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Menlo
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
The price is ￥29,347 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
￥29,347
￥33,309 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (461 reviews)
"Clean, good position in town"

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

The Dean Galway
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Terryland, Headford Road, Galway, Galway
The price is ￥20,916 per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
￥20,916
￥23,740 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Hot temps humid uncomfortable beds"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Menlo Park Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is ￥33,493 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
￥33,493
￥38,014 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Good staff. Breakfast was OK but not great. Parking was highly stressful"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
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Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

2.5 out of 5
Headford Rd, Galway, Galway
Stay at this aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (67 reviews)
"The hotel is a bit out of the way, so be prepared to taxi into the center. The rooms are tiny - bed against the wall tiny, squish in the shower tiny. It’s also loud at night - there’s no air conditioning so you have to have the windows open, and people are loud all night in the courtyard when coming ..."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
Citypoint Apartments

Citypoint Apartments

4 out of 5
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (433 reviews)
"Great location and lovely, clean apartment. It was quiet but still near all the pubs and restaurants."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Citypoint Apartments
University of Galway Apartments

University of Galway Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Upper Newcastle, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
"Lovely room clean but very basic about 40 minutes walk from the centre there is a bus stop up the road on the right every 30 minutes 1.90 euro to the centre the spar on the corner is very handy"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

University of Galway Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle

4.5/5(58 reviews)

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.

Ashford Castle
Eyre Square which includes outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

Eyre Square

4.5/5(331 reviews)

Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Eyre Square
Quay Street which includes street scenes, outdoor eating and markets

Quay Street

During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Quay Street
The quadrangle at the National University or Ireland at Galway. Can't believe I get to call this place my school for the next year!

University of Galway

4.5/5(32 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Galway, during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

University of Galway
Kylemore Abbey & Garden showing a river or creek, heritage elements and heritage architecture

Kylemore Abbey

5/5(35 reviews)

Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.

Kylemore Abbey
Lynch\'s Castle featuring a city and street scenes

Shop Street

4.5/5(103 reviews)

During your trip to Galway, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shop Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Shop Street

Cities near West Ireland

Dunguaire Castle featuring heritage architecture, a river or creek and heritage elements

Galway

Inishmore

Inishmore

Westport showing a river or creek

Westport

Ballinasloe

Ballinasloe