Knocknacarra Travel Guide

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Beautiful coastal landscape at Silverstrand in Galway Ireland showing sandy beach, tidal water, and green cliffs, nature background
Beautiful morning scenery of silhouetted people at Silverstrand beach in Galway, Ireland
Clybaun Hotel Galway

Clybaun Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Clybaun Road, Knocknacarra Galway Galway
The price is £155 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
£155
25 Jun - 26 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (855 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful and staff so so friendly. Dinner was a touch disappointing, a few of us didnt find it great but possibly just down to a matter of taste. Breakfast was brilliant with a lovely selection. I would return again ❤️"

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Clybaun Hotel Galway
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill Galway
The price is £163 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
£163
8 Jun - 9 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Eyre ...
9/10 Wonderful! (665 reviews)
"Perfectly fine."

Reviewed on 24 May 2026

The Dean Galway
The Galmont

The Galmont

4 out of 5
Lough Atalia Road Galway Galway
The price is £203 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
£203
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"City centre hotel close to all the shops bars and restaurants"

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

The Galmont
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Queen Street Place

Queen Street Place

2.5 out of 5
Queen Street Galway
Stay at this aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Eyre Square and The Fountain are located ...
Queen Street Place
Citypoint Apartments

Citypoint Apartments

4 out of 5
Eyre Square Galway Galway
Stay at this aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and The Fountain are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (486 reviews)
"Street noise was overwhelming making it difficult to sleep. Bands played until 2am. Rooms are not sound proofed. Check in was terrible at the western hotel. The map to city point apt was not to scale , missing streets and difficult to follow. The front desk instructions were brief unclear and misleading. ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Citypoint Apartments
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments

Galway Bay Sea View Apartments

3 out of 5
The Promenade, Salthill Galway Galway
Stay at this beach apartment in Galway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Leisureland and Salthill Promenade are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (272 reviews)
"Decent place right on the sea. 25 minute walk to Latin quarter. Overall good."

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Quay Street

Quay Street

During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Quay Street
Eyre Square

Eyre Square

4/5(96 reviews)

Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

Eyre Square
Galway Harbour

Galway Harbour

4/5(45 reviews)

Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.

Galway Harbour
Shop Street

Shop Street

4.5/5(31 reviews)

During your trip to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shop Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Shop Street
University of Galway

University of Galway

3.5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Galway during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

University of Galway
Spanish Arch

Spanish Arch

4/5(57 reviews)

Find out about the history of Galway when you take a trip to Spanish Arch. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Spanish Arch

Things to do

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

£52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings

£74
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr

Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

£35
per adult
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

£52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Cliffs of Moher Half Day Afternoon Tour from Galway

Cliffs of Moher Half Day Afternoon Tour from Galway

£39
per adult
Cliffs of Moher Half Day Afternoon Tour from Galway
Galway: Welcome to Galway Walking Tour

Galway: Welcome to Galway Walking Tour

£13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galway: Welcome to Galway Walking Tour
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Cities near Knocknacarra

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