Galway Bay Hotel
The Promenade, Galway H91 W295 Ireland
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Voted as one of Europe's Top 20 Resorts by the prestigious travel magazine Conde Nast, the Galway Bay Hotel is situated in Salthill overlooking breath-taking views of the famous Galway Bay and Clare Hills. The hotel is only 5 minutes from Galway City and is within easy access to Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way route. Facilities include fully equipped gymnasium, pool, steam room and sauna. The Bay Brasserie offers modern style cuisine with fresh fish and local produce. The newly renovated Atlantic Bar has an informal dining experience with live music at the weekends. Complimentary wifi access in all guest bedrooms and conference suites is available also. The hotel provides an array of complimentary activities to all guests including: Wine Tasting, Aqua Aerobics and more. During school holidays the Galway Bay Hotel offers family packages that include kids camp and family activities.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Fishing
Babysitting
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Parking
Wifi
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Sauna
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Kids club
Highchairs available
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Facial treatments
Head massage
Manicure
Massage
Pedicure
Waxing services
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Outdoor furniture
Sun terrace
First aid kit
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Room service
Safe
Telephone
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Iron
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Ocean view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Green
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Languages Spoken
English, Russian, Hungarian, Latvian and 1 more
Location
76Somewhat walkable
Grade: 76 out of 100
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The Promenade, Galway H91 W295 Ireland
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Had a lovely one night stay in a seaview room. Very nice hotel in a central location - walking distance to Galway city. Friendly, welcoming staff. Only observation is because the entrance to the hotel is at the back of the building you have to walk along the side of the hotel along a carpark and it it quite dark and the ground a little uneven - a few extra lights along the wall would help. Would definitely return.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We went to the Galway Bay hotel in Salthill for afternoon tea Thank you to chef Ciara & to Jacob for great friendly service and lovely sandwiches and mix of pastries food for our mothers day treat. Thank you
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Dear clairerG3681VR, Thank you for your excellent review. I am delighted that you enjoyed your afternoon tea in the beautiful setting of our Seascape Lounge. I will pass your praise on to the whole team and especially to Ciara for her wonderful work in the kitchen and to Jacob for his fantastic service. They will be thrilled! I look forward to welcoming you back at some stage in the future. Kind regards, Dan Murphy, Managing Director, Galway Bay Hotel.
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I attended a wedding here a couple of days ago, and I had a fantastic experience. Beautiful view of the ocean, excellent for taking pictures The staff were all very accommodating and friendly, and the food was superb. Would definitely recommend.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 3 days ago
Dear sarah h, Thank you for your wonderful review. I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed the wedding and that you were so impressed with our wonderfully accommodating and friendly staff. Thank you for your kind words. We hope that we have the pleasure of welcoming you back again. Kind regards, Dan Murphy, Managing Director, Galway Bay Hotel.
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We had a wonderful experience over drinks and dinner with our tour group. Great place to stay, delicious food, and amazing and attentive service from the awesome guys and gal's at team Galway Bay. Next time we visit, we would love a bit of pork crackling on the roast 😉
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear sareyberry, Thank you for your wonderful five star review! I am delighted that you had such an amazing stay with us here in the Galway Bay Hotel. Thank you for your kind words about the team members. They will be very happy to hear your praise. We can definitely arrange for some pork crackling next time you visit us! We all look forward to welcoming you back again. Kindest regards. Dan Murphy, Managing Director, Galway Bay Hotel.
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Excellent meals and service!! Manager Marcus Mcginley made us feel very welcome and made sure we had everything we needed. I was very glad we chose to stay there. The best hotel service on our tour!!!
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear Kelly W, Thank you for your amazing review. I am thrilled that you were so impressed with the Galway Bay Hotel and that you found our food and service to be excellent. We pride ourselves on the quality of our service. All the staff will be very happy with your feedback, especially Marcus our wonderful Food and Beverage Manager. I look forward to welcoming you back again to the Galway Bay Hotel. Kindest regards. Dan Murphy, Managing Director, Galway Bay Hotel.
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We celebrated my mum's 80th birthday in the Galway Bay Hotel where 36 of us stayed for 1 night and a few of us stayed for 2. From start to finish the service was excellent. Catherine was fantastic organising the rooms and dinner for us when we were booking. Louise was super on the night ensuring we had a suitable area in the hotel for our speech's, sing songs etc. All the staff from reception to the bar were great, very accommodating and friendly, there was nothing that we couldn't ask for. I would highly recommend the Galway for a family event.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Dear ECG77, Thank you for your excellent review. I am delighted that you and your family had such a good time while celebrating your mother's 80th birthday. What a fantastic reason to gather the family! We are all thrilled with your feedback, most especially Catherine and Louise who are two absolutely fantastic members of the team here in the Galway Bay Hotel. We all look forward to welcoming you back at some stage in the future. Kind regards, Dan Murphy, Managing Director, Galway Bay Hotel.
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This hotel has the friendliest and most helpful staff - we really felt that they couldn't do more for us. Such a comfortable hotel with great facilities in a fabulous location. Try the beauty room - Michelle is amazing!
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear kimrX8988CE, Thank you for your fabulous review. I am delighted that you enjoyed your visit to Galway Bay Hotel and that you found our staff to be so helpful and friendly. We strive to achieve excellent customer service standards. I will pass your praise on to the whole team and also to Michelle in the beauty salon. Come back and visit us again! We would be delighted to welcome you back. Kind regards, Dan Murphy, Managing Director, Galway Bay Hotel.
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Just home after five wonderful days in the Galway Bay hotel at the Bowling break. The staff are so friendly and helpful and the hotel is spotless and comfortable. The food is first class served in a beautiful dining room with superb views across the bay. Am already booked for November.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear Trail63214488033, Thank you for your excellent review. Myself and the team here are absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your bowling break here at the Galway Bay Hotel. Thank you for your kind words about our wonderful team. We all look forward to welcoming you back again in November! Kind regards, Dan Murphy, Managing Director, Galway Bay Hotel.
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A brilliant hotel with friendly and polite staff, great breakfast each morning and a top class evening meal, the hotel is in a great location with plenty to do nearby and looking forward to our next stay again
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Dear Colin L, Thank you for your wonderful five star review! We are all thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us so much and that you were so impressed with our fabulous friendly staff and our gorgeous food offerings. Our location is indeed wonderful as it allows our guests to be near both the sea and the city with lots to do both in-house and in the nearby environs. We all look forward to welcoming you back to stay with us again here in the Galway Bay Hotel! Kind regards, Dan Murphy, Managing Director, Galway Bay Hotel.
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Top class hotel with very helpful and friendly staff. The Harvest cafe is the place to go for lunch where manager Mary will treat you like a lifelong friend. Smiling and courteous all the time while serving the excellent cuisine. From a light lunch to a full dinner menu available you will be spoilt for choice. Overnight visitors will be served sumptuous breakfast every morning and if staying for dinner can be guaranteed a la carte food fit for a king or queen. This hotel has brilliant staff to many to mention by name, they cannot do enough for you. Had an interesting and informative chat with friends and with Marcus who was making sure everything was to our satisfaction, for which we assured him it was. We cannot wait to return in November for another bowling break organised by organiser Carmel Mc Kim. I can highly recommend this hotel, you will not be disappointed with your stay in the hotel looking out over Galway bay in Salthill.…
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Galway Bay Hotel Management, Owner at Galway Bay Hotel
Responded 2 weeks ago
Dear GerardDev, What a wonderful review! Thank you so much. We are all absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your weekend of blowing with us so much. Thank you for your fabulous review of our food and our staff. I will pass your lovely words on to them all and especially to our wonderful Mary and Marcus, both amazing members of the team here. We are looking forward to welcoming you back again in November! Kind regards. Dan Murphy, Managing Director, Galway Bay Hotel.
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PRICE RANGE
US$125 - US$232 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
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LOCATION
IrelandWestern IrelandProvince of ConnachtCounty GalwayGalway
NUMBER OF ROOMS
153
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Frequently Asked Questions about Galway Bay Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Galway Bay Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Trad on the Prom (0.2 km), Wild Atlantic Way (0.5 km), and Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden (0.08 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Galway Bay Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Galway Bay Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Galway Bay Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Coco Cafe Salthill, PJ Flaherty's, and Killorans Bar.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Galway Bay Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Galway Bay Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Galway Bay Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Galway Bay Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Russian, Polish, Hungarian, and Latvian.
Are there any historical sites close to Galway Bay Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting The Medieval City Walls (3.0 km), The Lynch Memorial (2.6 km), and Kilconnell Franciscan Friary (4.6 km).
Does Galway Bay Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.