West Ireland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Galway featuring heritage architecture and château or palace
Galway Cathedral featuring religious aspects, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Galway City Museum showing interior views
Galway Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and heritage elements
Galway featuring tranquil scenes, heritage architecture and a park

Where to stay in West Ireland

Galway Harbour which includes a river or creek, a marina and boating

Galway City Centre

4/5(42 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Galway Shopping Center or Eyre Square while you're exploring the area.

Galway City Centre
Galway City Museum showing interior views

Latin Quarter

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Galway City Museum might round out your trip.

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Claddagh

Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.

Claddagh
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Renmore

When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Eyre Square and Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Renmore
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Salthill

If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Salthill
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Newcastle

While there might not be top attractions in Newcastle, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Galway Cathedral and Galway Shopping Center.

Newcastle
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

4 out of 5
Quay Street, Galway, Galway
The price is AU$240 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$240
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The room was beautiful, the shower 10/10. Central location. Perfect for a couple night stay in Galway."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Leonardo Hotel Galway
The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway

4 out of 5
80 Prospect Hill, Galway
The price is AU$247 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$247
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (518 reviews)
"This is a very nice place to stay, we were only there one night m, boutique rooms are small if your claustrophobic not for you, the parking garage is a 10 minute walk make sure to drop bags at the check in counter prior to the uphill walk !"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

The Dean Galway
Flannery's Hotel Galway

Flannery's Hotel Galway

3 out of 5
Old Dublin Road, Galway, Galway
The price is AU$190 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$190
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Stay was great . Unfortunately, in the middle of hurricane Amy …. But oh well !"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Flannery's Hotel Galway
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.
Citypoint Apartments

Citypoint Apartments

4 out of 5
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (448 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Citypoint Apartments
Madison House

Madison House

3.5 out of 5
Forster St, 21, Galway, Galway
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, hydromassage showerheads, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are ...
7.8/10 Good! (14 reviews)
"Even though it was like a secret code to get through several doors the room was wonderful and the best night’s sleep I’ve had on my weeklong trip through Southern Ireland."

Reviewed on 2 July 2025

Madison House
Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering

2.5 out of 5
Headford Rd, Galway, Galway
Stay at this aparthotel in Galway. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Eyre Square and Quay Street are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (77 reviews)
"THE BATHROOM HAD A LITTLE MILDEW"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

Cúirt na Coiribe Self Catering
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.

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