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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

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec

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

Map
Dublin Road, Galway, Galway

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 hotel located in Ballybaan Beg
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room at The Connacht Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, Ruebens Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour health club; the property also has a library, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 4 indoor pools and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • A front desk safe, concierge services and a living plant wall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 358 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, recycling and electric kettles

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Does The Connacht Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 Indoor pools and a children's pool.

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

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Connacht Hotel on 10 Dec 2024 start from AU$208.92, 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 The Connacht Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Connacht Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Connacht Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Connacht Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Connacht Hotel located?

Located in Ballybaan Beg, this family-friendly Galway hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and Bon Secours Hospital Galway. Galway Mayo Institute of Technology and Galway Greyhound Stadium are also within 15 minutes. Galway Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Good! Nice restaurant in the lobby, receptionist very helpful close to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

magen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of available parking. Not far from city center. Pizza was available after 9pm. A good base to visit the surrounding attractions from!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Eftekhar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is old and certainly not environmentally friendly. The washroom could use upgrades to the flushing system to save water. Overall room was larger than other hotel we stayed in Ireland. The hotel is a bit far from downtown area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It is easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalee

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great gym swimming pool and bar
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nicely maintained and the restaurant had good quality food. The staff were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like having to wait for 30mins post arrival for the room to be ready and the lack of consideration as to how we might fill that time. However, I did like the room, beds comfortable, bathroom lovely, spotlessly clean. The restaurant was lovely although chairs could be more comfy, food and service both excellent. The leisure club was also brilliant, only niggle there was the lockers not having functioning locks. Overall absolutely gorgeous hotel and really lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in pretty seaside town. Room very clean and spacious. Biggest drawback is there’s no parking for checkin or dropping off your luggage. They put picnic tables on the parking spots in front of the hotel where one would normally park to check in. This made for a very stressful checkin as their was no parking anywhere near the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was a little out of town but on the town bus line - 5mins in and very affordable- 2 euros each way. The facilities including restaurants and bar were so welcoming. There was plenty of parking included. Cost was reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Indoor Pool
Check-In Time
3:30 PM
Check-Out Time
11:30 AM
Nearest Airport
Galway (GWY)