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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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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

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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 €164
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun

Room options

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Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Room

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Quadruple Room

Superior Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room

Room

  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Triple Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Combined shower/bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Superior Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room with Bunk Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Family Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Quadruple Room

Classic Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Guest Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
Dublin Road, Galway, Galway

What's nearby

  • Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Atlantic Technological University Galway - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Galway Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Eyre Square - 7 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Shop Street - 8 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Craughwell Station - 18 min drive
  • Athenry Station - 27 min drive
  • Galway Station - 30 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Radisson Red Galway - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jack Pepperoni Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cooper's Bar And Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hyde Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Connacht Hotel

The Connacht Hotel puts you a short five-minute drive from Eyre Square. 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 358 rooms
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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
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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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*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

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

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

Special features

Dining

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

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 Hotel Galway
Connacht Hotel
Connacht Galway
Days Hotel Galway
The Connacht Hotel Hotel
The Connacht Hotel Galway
The Connacht Hotel Hotel Galway

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 3-minute walk from Bon Secours Hospital Galway and 8 minutes' walk from Atlantic Technological University Galway.

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Reviews

The Connacht Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool was a highlight, described as great, lovely, huge, warm, and a proper treat, with some reviewers mentioning swim lanes and heated floors. (12 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently good with a great selection of options. (13 reviews)
  • The gym was great and of top quality. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel for families. Lovely breakfast, staff very friendly and the swimming pool was a proper treat!
CELINE, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are brilliant. Absolutely family friendly with space for all to move around. Bedrooms are well appointed, with comfortable beds.. Food is good and caters for all. Entertainment was great and really loved Silkwood Band who played Saturday evening.
K, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

10mins from city centre, lovely hotel, very welcoming, clean, tidy, good size rooms, bar & restaurant were very nice, food was excellent, hotel itself was very busy, pool & gym all very clean & in excellent condition
D, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

heated floors in the swimming pool were brilliant
fiona, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room.
Avery, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a very nice stay, clean rooms, comfortable bed
Kerry, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at The Connacht Hotel was excellent! Everything was great — from the warm and friendly staff to the comfortable rooms and overall atmosphere. We really enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend It!
Beatriz, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The staff were very helpful but the family room was very small
Leanne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Service was great - we had a problem with our toilet and it was fixed really promptly. Loved the pool.
Alison, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great hotel with good sized room. Breakfast was very good and lots of options. Pool needs a face lift, feels very dated in comparison to rest of hotel.
Paul, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Big hotel with pool, parking, restaurant near old town. Clean and easy
Edward, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room is quite basic. Very dated. Could do with upgrading asap. Staff all very nice and helpful. Very busy hotel, very few seats in the lobby and bar very loud. We prefer a quieter hotel. Nice pool.
Eamonn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Virginia, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Large but quiet

A quick drive into the city from this hotel, we liked its location. Very quiet, fabulous bathroom, huge bed, nice staff. Would stay here again.
Steve, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Will stay again

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

10/10 Exceptional

The surrounding area was not lively but it was an easy 30 minute walk into the dining.pub area. Hotel was comfortable, good breakfast. Very convenient
Sue, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place for a family
jason, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Great family hotel.

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

10/10 Exceptional

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