Welcome to The Connacht Hotel Galway
The Connacht Hotel Where a Warm Welcome Awaits
Our Galway hotel has always played host to anyone looking to explore the city and the West of Ireland – and your adventure will be next. Galway is a home away from home for everyone who visits, offering a warm welcome, authentic Irish hospitality, beautiful scenery, and amazing experiences that can be cherished for a lifetime.
At The Connacht Hotel, you’ll enjoy each of these and more. Our facilities are perfect for a relaxing stay in our charming city, while we’re also ideally located for those who want to explore everything great about the City of Tribes and the majestic Wild Atlantic Way.
Come visit us and see for yourself what a real Irish holiday should be like!
Our popular Galway hotel offers a range of comfortable hotel rooms, suites, and self-catering apartments in Galway – plus, complimentary access to our Leisure Centre means you can take a dip in our 20m swimming pool.
If you’re flying into Dublin Airport, The Connacht Hotel is conveniently accessible via the M6 Motorway – and our free parking for cars and buses means you can travel as you wish.
Your home away from home
The Connacht Hotel is the Irish accommodation you’ve been looking for; it’s your home away from home during your visit to Ireland.
We always do our utmost to make each guest’s visit as memorable as possible, and we have the on-site offerings to make it so.
Plus, owing to our location not far from the city centre, we’re a fantastic choice of accommodation in Galway. As soon as you step through our doors, you’ll be excited for what’s to come – Irish whiskey and pints of stout in Bar Solo, chef-crafted cuisine that channels the Wild Atlantic Way, and comfy rooms to relax and recharge.
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The No.1 Choice for a Hotel Break in Galway City
Free Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Wide Range of Accommodation Options.
Self-Catering Apartments.
Leisure Centre with 20m Swimming Pool and 24 hr Gym.
Choice of Dining Options with a relaxed and casual atmosphere.
Ideal for Groups.
A popular choice for Family Breaks in Ireland with package available throughout summer holidays and mid-term breaks
A Fantastic Kids Club, Friendly Fellows - The longest running kids club in Ireland.
Galway City Central Location with a Bus Route at the Hotel Entrance, Onsite Taxi Rank and with close proximity to Eyre Sq.
Getting Here
We are located on Galway’s Old Dublin Road, a short 10-minute car journey into the city centre.
Our location affords us space for our wonderful grounds and provides an inviting and serene ambience.
To easily reach us, whether you’re travelling from Dublin Airport or Shannon Airport, you can find directions here.
Galway Experiences
If you’re looking for unforgettable Irish cultural experiences, scenic views, and memorable activities, Galway is the place for you.
Here at The Connacht Hotel, we’re proud of our offerings, but we know that you’ll want to explore beyond our hotel.
Why not enjoy a Lally’s Tour of Connemara, visit Achill Island for some Banshees of Inisherin inspiration, or immerse yourself in our culinary highlights with a Galway Food Tour?
There’s so much to see and do.
Events in Galway
No matter when you’re visiting Galway, you’ll find fantastic events to enjoy.
The Galway Races Summer Festival is one of the highlights of the summer and is well worth a visit for pulsating action, dramatic fashion, and lots of fun.
The Galway International Arts Festival draws lots of international bands, comedians, directors, artists, and more.
While the Galway Christmas Market is a fabulous place to enjoy a family day out in a magical setting in November and December.
Useful Irish Phrases
If you’d like to speak some Irish during your visit to Galway, we are here to help. It’s always fun to try out a new language, especially when you’re on holidays.
Below, we’ve put together a short list of useful words and phrases that you can easily slot into your everyday while staying in Galway:
Dia dhuit = Hello
Go raibh mile maith agat = Thanks
Go híontach = Excellent
Maith thú = Well done you
Níl aon tinteán mar do thinteán féin = There’s no fireside like your own fireside
Fun Galway Facts
Galway is one of six cities in Ireland, and it is widely regarded as the capital of Connacht. Galway was first established in the 13th century and grew rapidly between the 15th century and the 17th century when the Tribes of Galway rose to prominence and helped transform Galway into a trade city.
Galway has a population of around 80,000 and is today a popular place for the arts, culture, sport, music, and tech.
News & Stories
What's On In Galway - April 2024
Another month brings another list of fun, engaging, and memorable events taking place across Galway. April means we are edging towards Summer, but it also means lots more amazing get-togethers, events, and interesting family-friendly happenings. So, join us as we run through the latest edition of ‘What’s on in Galway’!
What's On In Galway - March 2024
With March comes Springtime, brighter days, and the promise of even more events and activities than we had last month. As always, there’s a great array of things happening across Galway, and this guide has you covered with lots of the information you need!
Crack Open Your Easter Stay at The Connacht Hotel
Easter at The Connacht Hotel means family fun, an eggstravaganza of treats, and plenty of reasons to get out and about to explore.
So, if you’re looking for a family-friendly experience at a Galway hotel, we have so much to make your visit as enjoyable as it deserves to be.
Plus, we’ll even throw in a few incredible additions to really make your Easter enjoyment the best it deserves to be.
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