The Connacht Hotel

Property class: 3

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At The Connacht Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. 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 bar and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is £115
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with sheer curtains, a blue teepee with animal prints, and a teddy bear.

Superior Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Quadruple Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A bunk bed room with a desk, a mirror, and toys on the shelves.

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small table with wine glasses.

Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a large bed with a patterned bedspread, a desk with a remote control, a lamp, and a small table with a book.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Classic Triple Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Classic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Classic Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Ballybaan Beg, a neighbourhood in Galway, is home to The Connacht Hotel. Town Hall Theatre and Galway City Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Quay Street and Galway Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Planet Entertainment Centre and Millennium Children's Park and Playground. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing and other activities like golfing. Visit our Galway travel guide
Map
Dublin Road, Galway, Galway

What's nearby

  • A modern sculpture with water jets in a public square, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.
    Eyre Square
    7 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lough Atalia
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Atlantic Technological University Galway
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Galway Shopping Center
    5 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station
    11 min drive
  • Shannon (SNN)
    69 min drive

Restaurants

  • An Púcán
    4 min drive
  • Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar
    4 min drive
  • Cooper's Bar And Lounge
    3 min drive
  • Hyde Bar
    4 min drive
  • Radisson Red Galway
    17 min walk

About this property

The Connacht Hotel

  • Family-friendly hotel near Eyre Square
  • Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services 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 bar and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • 2 indoor pools and a children's pool
    • Free self-parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and supervised childcare (surcharge)
    • Concierge services, barbecues and meeting rooms
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 349 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

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Programme. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • 24-hour health club
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 549 square feet of conference space
  • 8 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

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 cable/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 used
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a smoke detector and window guards
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
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 UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Connacht Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 Indoor pools and a children's pool.

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

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Connacht Hotel on 19 Oct 2026 start from £115, 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: 3:30 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. Eyre Square is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away. Galway Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 530 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, very convenient. Rooms are nice. Food was great. Loved the bars and’s it was so easy to get a taxi. Such a beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for families. Lovely breakfast, staff very friendly and the swimming pool was a proper treat!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean staff was friendly and breakfast was nice with a great selection
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was easy to find, on site parking free, Amenities were good. Swimming pool and gym available. Beds comfy, big rooms, Bar was good, didn’t eat at restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay, clean rooms, comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, but needs updating (it’s old), lobby is beautiful, staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Huge property in Galway with lots of amenities. Our rooms were spacious but very dated. The room our adult children stayed in wasn’t very clean. Sock on the floor, hair in the shower. We also had issues with the TV in both rooms. Maintenance tried to fix but could not. We were only there one night so not a huge deal. They are renovating the hotel so it will definitely be better after. Location was great. Bar was great. Staff were friendly. Appreciated the adjoining room option.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed three nights including breakfast. The room was clean and comfortable. Provided tea and coffee bar in room. The bathroom amenities were lovely. Took advantage of the fitness area - used the pool, steamroom and sauna. Heavenly after a long day exploring. They provided towels and the area was very well kept. Breakfast was great - lots of choices and friendly staff. Entertainment in the evening was a nice way to end the day.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The carpets are old and the rooms are very outdated. No A/ C in the rooms, but they provide fans when we ask for. The staff was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with a lovely dining option. Best part of our stay was the Magician at dinner!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
heated floors in the swimming pool were brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good hotel. We enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find - good parking - Good breakfast - Nice reception area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place for a family
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very helpful but the family room was very small
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay again

Busy hotel friendly staff good value .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful service & staff with excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Service was great - we had a problem with our toilet and it was fixed really promptly. Loved the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025