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The Connacht Hotel

3.0 star property

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Lobby
Exterior
4 indoor pools
BBQ/picnic area
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
$197
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4

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Dublin Road, Galway, Galway
  • Eyre Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Galway Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Quay Street
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Quadruple Room

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

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Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

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

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

Room

  • 495 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Classic Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Classic Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About this property

The Connacht Hotel

3-star hotel in Ballybaan Beg
Along with 4 indoor pools, this hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour health club. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a sauna are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Connacht Hotel offers 358 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 47-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

4 indoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Connacht Hotel features 4 indoor swimming pools, a 24-hour health club, a sauna, and a children's pool. Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

9 meeting rooms are available. This family-friendly hotel also offers a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Ruebens Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

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

  • 24-hour health club
  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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 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 in guestrooms
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 22 and December 27.

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

Property payment types

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: approximately EUR 13.50 for adults and 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

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

The Connacht Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1009 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an expansive property that had lots of luxurious amenities. The workers were polite, the bed was comfortable, and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Eimear

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Charged twice at check in. Bunk bed was so noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The overall stay was OK. The hotel was clean. Staff was friendly. The only issues I had was the rooms were dated. By that I mean, nothing seemed up-to-date/modern and the bathtub/shower seemed to very cheap and was very slippery and did not have an anti skid mat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Palmer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the stay. Restaurant was good and had live music. Beds were comfortable. Pool and Gym were impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

Highly recommend

Nice hotel, very modern recently refurbished, lovely bar and food, room was clean, had aircon, travelling with baby-had cot set up without us asking, would go again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility with convenient laundry services.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Not a bad place just seemed very average. Not sure if it's always like this but during our stay there were so many kids. The dining room was very loud with kids. Not a bad thing especially if you have kids but for a young couple without it was not what we were looking for. The room and facilities seemed a bit dated but we're mostly clean. My bath towel looked like it had a spot if something on it so I just used a hand towel. Personally I wouldn't stay here again but it wasn't a bad place, just not for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with some decent on site dining options and a cafe. The room was perfect for our five person family. You could technically walk to downtown Galway, but it’s just far enough out to justify a drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oonagh

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

Comfort in Galway

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Barry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mariah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Surprising Contrast

Lobby area is beautiful. Looks to be newly remodeled, very clean, and well lit. The rooms however, are a stark contrast. Dark, flat/uncomfortable pillows, and rather dated rooms. Fine for a one night crash, like our group did, but not sure I'd want to stay much longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Scarlett

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall ok properly but not very good value. Facility outside is very nice but room is basic and does not match the lobby etc. was disappointing but the staff was very nice. Also location is not very close to downtown and will need a car or take the bus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Clean and comfy but needs updating

Very large hotel, easy free parking out front. Rooms need updating but were clean and comfortable and good size. Buffet breakfast has all the options for a full Irish breakfast plus oatmeal and fruit. Location is not good for walking to anything, but this is a good choice if traveling by car.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwaine

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

Would stay again, great stay

Great family stay. Hotel was spotless and the room was great. Swimming pool is huge and the kids loved it. We had lunch here one day too and everyone enjoyed the food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

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

Will stay again

Busy hotel friendly staff good value .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Depends on the room

Our room was located in the B wing, in particular the bathroom was dated in the room we stayed in. The heating system when it came on during the night was very loud. Check out is 11:30 am however had numerous instances of room cleaning staff trying to enter before this time. I have stayed in other rooms on previous occasions and had better experiences.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Excellent

All excellent. Ré booked straight away
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025