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The Connacht Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 4 indoor pools, near Eyre Square

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Relax in our spacious lobby with a round table and comfortable seating, surrounded by lush vertical gardens and natural light.
Situated in a well-maintained parking area, this hotel offers a contemporary design with a glass facade.
Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn, with picnic tables and benches under shaded umbrellas.
Swimmers can enjoy the hotel's large indoor pool surrounded by a decorative deck and columns.
Enjoy a warm dining experience with a long table and comfortable seating for six.
The Connacht Hotel offers a haven for relaxation and play, with a sauna, steam room, and 4 indoor pools. Take in the fresh air on the garden terrace or challenge yourself at the arcade/game room. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 4 indoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Children's club
  • Childcare
  • 9 meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is ฿5,951
฿6,755 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Room options

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Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a wooden nightstand, and a large window with city views.

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Cozy retreat with two beds, a teepee, and a selection of children's books.

Superior Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Cozy retreat with a bunk bed, featuring a teddy bear and a doll, and a comfortable bed with a patterned bedspread.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and TV, perfect for unwinding.

Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in this inviting room with a large bed, nightstand, and comfortable chair.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Relax in a cozy space with a comfortable bed, desk, and wardrobe.

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, desk, and geometric wood panel design.

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Relax in a classic room with two single beds, a desk, and a comfortable seating area.

Quadruple Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a desk with a chair.

Classic Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Twin Room

Two beds with white linens and green bedspreads, a round table with a lamp, and a green armchair.

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Family Room

Cozy retreat for families, featuring a bunk bed system with a lower shelf for toys and books.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Classic Triple Room

Relax in comfort with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a desk with a chair.

Classic Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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 - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Galway Harbour - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Quay Street - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Shop Street - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • University of Galway - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Craughwell Station - 17 min drive
  • Athenry Station - 22 min drive
  • Galway Station - 27 min walk

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

When you stay at The Connacht Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Eyre Square and Quay Street. Guests can take a dip in one of 4 indoor pools or grab a bite to eat at Ruebens Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour health club and a fitness centre are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, German, Russian

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 358 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 4 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Supervised childcare*
    • Children's club*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Working away

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 24-hour health club
  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Bike parking
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Banquet hall
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Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling
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Special features

Dining

Ruebens Restaurant – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 6 for children

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 22 December and 27 December.

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

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

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
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Connacht Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between 22 December and 27 December.

Does The Connacht Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Connacht Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Connacht Hotel?

Yes, there are 4 indoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Connacht Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Connacht Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Connacht Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Connacht Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (7-min drive) and Claudes Casino (7-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Connacht Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as sailing and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes. Go for a swim in one of the 4 indoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour health club and a sauna. The Connacht Hotel also has an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Connacht Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Ruebens Restaurant.

What's the area around The Connacht Hotel like?

The Connacht Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Bon Secours Hospital Galway and 17 minutes' walk from Lough Atalia.

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The Connacht Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Lobby
Bar
Breakfast
Restaurant
Bed
Family friendly
Food
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • Free and convenient parking was a major advantage for guests. (8 reviews)
  • The gym was great and well-equipped. (7 reviews)
  • The property's dining options were welcoming, with friendly staff and good food. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Good hotel, great facilities and staff / team members. Enjoyable stay
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hotel…great for families
Lorraine, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Solid hotel that kept all the balls in the air during a crazy week in Galway (end of arts festival, start of Galway Races). As large hotels go it was remarkably personable.
Myles, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff at The Connacht Hotel were absolutely amazing, making our stay truly wonderful. Their exceptional service and warm hospitality made all the difference.
Anand, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel with a lovely dining option. Best part of our stay was the Magician at dinner!
Irish, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It was a good hotel. We enjoyed the pool.
Ksenia, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing property with wonderful kid friendly rooms. They had a kids club which my 7 year old enjoyed a lot. Restaurant was also amazing with a fancy afternoon tea service too!
Priyanka, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff at this property was exceptional. They let us leave our luggage after we checked out so we didn't have to haul it around the city until our train left.
Anita, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Huge hotel full of Irish families and parties — fun to see. Our kids loved the family room and of course the hotel breakfast buffet and pool.
Maya, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great time
Jo, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The gym was great and parking was easy.
MELANIE, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Hotel removed from downtown area. You need to cab it to restaurants and pubs
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was an expansive property that had lots of luxurious amenities. The workers were polite, the bed was comfortable, and we enjoyed our stay.
Hannah, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed the stay. Restaurant was good and had live music. Beds were comfortable. Pool and Gym were impressive.
Palmer, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The property was clean and quiet. It was easy to hop on a bus into town and back.
Andrea, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Busy place good location No air conditioning Friendly staff Laundry available ( long walk)
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Most of the staff was great. The reception desk staff was awesome and accommodating. They have smaller personal refrigerator that can be used for a milk jug if youre traveling with babies. The staff at the bar was really friendly.
Tom, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location.
Virginia, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Jamie, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Will stay again

Busy hotel friendly staff good value .
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great. Rachel was very helpful.
Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

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Lance, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Would stay again, great stay

Great family stay. Hotel was spotless and the room was great. Swimming pool is huge and the kids loved it. We had lunch here one day too and everyone enjoyed the food
Dwaine, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Great family hotel.

Great hotel. Great location. Comfortable and clean. Great for a family stay.
Charlotte, 2-night trip