Lough Rea Hotel & Spa

Hotels
So Hotels
8.6 (120 reviews)
Galway Road, Loughrea, Galway , Loughrea , IE

Facilities

Full-service spa
Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Clean and spacious rooms
Cons:
Lack of mini fridge
Weak shower pressure
Limited information on breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.61
The room was very clean and bigger than expected, but some areas need maintenance.
Service
9.08
Staff were helpful, friendly, and accommodating throughout the stay.
Location
8.62
Convenient location with nearby amenities like a supermarket and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.57
Rooms were spacious, clean, nicely decorated, though some features were lacking.
Amenities
8.1
Notable absence of a mini fridge and issues with shower water pressure.
Value for Money
8.56
Pricing was reasonable, but certain amenities did not meet expectations for a 4-star hotel.
Food and Beverage
8.61
Breakfast options were great, but some confusion was reported about menu items.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall enjoyable stay with clean rooms and friendly staff despite a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 13:32

Property Description

Experience the ultimate retreat at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa, where luxury meets tranquility.

Indulgent Spa Experiences
Pamper yourself in our serene spa, featuring a range of soothing massages, rejuvenating body treatments, and refreshing facials. Unwind and let our skilled therapists melt your stress away in a serene ambiance.

Gastronomic Delights
Savor culinary excellence at our two restaurants, including the lively Lir Bar. Enjoy in-room dining with our limited hours room service, or start your day with a delicious full breakfast available daily.

Comfort and Convenience
Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, and enjoy the convenience of complimentary newspapers in the lobby and self-parking. Our well-appointed guestrooms feature flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea makers, and private bathrooms for your comfort.

Don't miss the chance to book your unforgettable stay today!

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: GWY

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 120 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.61
Service: 9.08
Location: 8.62
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 8.61
Overall Experience: 8.68
K
keri
10
Pros:

The staff were all very friendly even the restraunt staff. I loved how spacious the room was. And the shops and everything were very easy and convenient to to get to.

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
T
Thomas partner
10
Pros:

Spa was enjoyed by my wife and walked the town to see the lake and historical sites. Pub in town was inviting and friendly and the food was great. Good place to go if you want comfort and quiet.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
B
Brian
10
Pros:

Everything was wonderful

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
M
Maureen
10
Pros:

The room was fantastic, comfortable beds and great hot shower. No frig in the room but the hot water kettle and tea setup was nice.

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
E
Elaine
10
Pros:

Wonderful view if the Lough. Good food and friendly service.
The bathroom could do with brighter lighting and although breakfast was lovely (recommend the avocado, beetroot, posched eggs) it was not clear that you had to get your toast from the buffet which is strange seeing as it says on the menu scramble eggs on toast.

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
B
brendan
10
Pros:

Staff brilliant .no fault to be found

2025-09-09 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
I want to stay again!
Pros:

The room was spacious and clean, and there was no room to spread out two large suitcases.
There was also a supermarket and a fast food restaurant nearby, which was convenient.
I was very grateful for the bathtub and electric kettle.
However, I wanted a refrigerator.

Was it possible that the dishes on the menu were free for breakfast?
I didn't look at the menu carefully because I saw first that coffee was charged.

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
S
shadi
10
Pros:

Very helpful and friendly staff.

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
C
Christine family
10
Pros:

We had an enjoyable Family stay at this hotel for 2 nights. The room was very clean and bigger than we had expected it to be. Breakfast was very nice both mornings and staff were very accommodating. Very quiet hotel. Would definitely stay again and will highly recommend.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
B
Breda family
10
Pros:

Friendly staff with quality service and a great breakfast.

2025-08-22 via Nuitee
A
Amy friends
8
Pros:

The Lough Rea Hotel and Spa is a nice hotel with spacious, clean and tastefully decorated rooms. The beds are comfortable. The water pressure in the shower was a little weak. We asked to have someone come and look at it but no one followed through. The staff was polite but there was rarely anyone at the front desk. Overall, my stay was satisfactory, and I would stay here again.

2025-08-22 via Nuitee
B
Brittany
8
Pros:

Never been to a hotel that does not have a mini fridge. This does seem to be common in Ireland so far.

2025-08-12 via Nuitee
G
Gustaf
6
More fore show then service
Pros:

Acctually nothing wrong but not up to what I expect from a 4 star hotell.
Everything is a bit dated, sloppy services, glasses and cups was not changed the first morning. Breakfest not made from start, reheated scrambled eggs, avocado toast that was made with guacamole not fresh avocado. A sticky note in coffee milk.
Poor lightning in the toilet made almost impossible to shave. No saftybox..... I could go on regatding the non-exciting SPA but I will stop.

2025-08-08 via Nuitee
W
Winifred family
10
Pros:

The property was beautifully decorated. Staff were all mostly helpful. Breakfast was excellent. Nice and hot. Room was a family room very spacious, net curtains could do with being replaced. Quite ripped and worn
Other than that room was very comfortable. Would nt hesitate to go back to this hotel again. Not really far from Galway.

2025-08-06 via Nuitee
C
Cody
10
Pros:

Great service

2025-08-06 via Nuitee
E
Eric family
10
Pros:

Great stay all around, nice breakfast

2025-07-27 via Nuitee
S
Stephen
10
A wonderful hotel experience
Pros:

This was my first time staying at the hotel, and it was a great choice. The staff were attentive and friendly, the room was excellent, as was the food. The breakfast was simply the tastiest hotel breakfast I've had in a long time.
Overall, a great stay.

2025-07-18 via Nuitee
D
Dorothy
10
Pros:

Staff members were very friendly and hospitable. The food at the restaurant was wonderfully crafted. The accommodations were well maintained and very clean.

2025-05-22 via Nuitee
S
Shannon family
10
Pros:

Nice bar and restaurant, staff was friendly. Breakfast was amazing!

2025-04-21 via Nuitee
D
Dustie
6
Pros:

The overall property is clean, feels safe, and the staff is friendly.

2025-04-15 via Nuitee