Galway Bay Hotel Conference & Leisure Centre

Hotels
8.7 (2654 reviews)
The Promenade , Galway , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Clubhouse
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Comfortable room
Cons:
High food prices
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.43
Room was lovely, but some staff were not helpful.
Service
9.2
Staff were friendly and helpful, great service noted.
Location
9.24
Excellent location with great views and access to promenade.
Room Quality
8.19
Mixed reviews; some rooms dated, others comfortable.
Amenities
8.72
Good amenities, but food options limited.
Value for Money
8.68
Some reviews mention high prices for food.
Food and Beverage
8.23
Breakfast was good, limited options for food in the bar.
Overall Experience
8.9
Overall pleasant stay, enjoyed the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 12:21

Property Description

Breathtaking Views of Galway Bay
The award-winning, 4-star Galway Bay Hotel offers stunning views of Galway Bay from its prime location on the Blue Flag beach.

Luxurious Amenities for Relaxation
Guests can unwind in the hotel's swimming pool, indulge in a massage fountain, and dine at the renowned AA Rosette Bay Brasserie.

Leisure and Dining Experiences
Enjoy a fully equipped gym, sauna, and health treatments at the leisure centre. Delight in delicious Irish cuisine at the Bay Brasserie and Harvest Cafe.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury and comfort at Galway Bay Hotel.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for € 52 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 16 years old stay for € 65 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for € 46 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 16 years old stay for € 57 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 2654 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.43
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.24
Room Quality: 8.19
Amenities: 8.72
Value for Money: 8.68
Food and Beverage: 8.23
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Emer • solo_traveller • ie
4
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Jacqui • couple • au
7
Pros:

Bus stop outside of location great for a trip into Galway. If you had kids this would have been a great location or in middle of summer.

Cons:

Bed was uncomfortable & there was a light on outside our bedroom window all night.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
A
Arun • extended_group • gb
7
Can do with some upkeep.
Pros:

Location!

Cons:

Dated building especially given the price.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
M
Mcsharry • couple • gb
8
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
L
Liam • family_with_children • ie
10
Pros:

Friendly staff. Excellent facilities.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
D
David • couple • us
9
Lovely Hotel
Pros:

Clean. Location. Lovely

Cons:

Room was very far from the lift

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • family_with_children • ch
10
Es war einfach super erholsam!
Pros:

Essen in beiden Restaurants super lecker und frisch. Frühstück tolle Auswahl. Personal super nett und professionell, Lage am Strand super, wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt!

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
G
Gregory • couple • us
7
Pros:

Location excellent and oceanfront was amazing. Bottle of wine and water provided were a nice touch. Breakfast was also very good.

Cons:

Would have been nice to have a kettle in the room. Price was about double what we paid in other Irish cities

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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William • family_with_children • ie
8
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
8
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Location

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
M
Marie • family_with_children • us
9
Great family location with the beach and hotel amenities
Pros:

If you want to stay at the beach, this is the place to stay! The beach is right across from the hotel. This is also very family friendly, with an indoor pool and nearby playground for kids. The breakfast is so good too!

Cons:

The location is a little far from shops and well known restaurants. There were activities for guests but not during the weekend (they were on the weekdays) when we were there.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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CESARE • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

La camera, la posizione dell'hotel, la palestra, la hall dell'hotel

Cons:

In assoluto direi il ristorante e la colazione; per cena abbiamo dovuto richiedere perchè non portavano il pane e il butto; alla colazione il menù era scarso e alcune cose finite senza che venissero riportate; un solo apparecchio per tostare il pane con 30-40 tavoli

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
O
O Brien • family_with_children • ie
6
Cons:

Staff at the swimming pool had no control over bad behaviour in the pool.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
M
Mary • couple • ie
6
Pros:

I understand staff very busy but service was slow and we were forgotten about, cooked breakfast was cold on both mornings,

Cons:

I just feel hotel has dropped a bit from previous visits

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
A
anthony • couple • gb
10
Brilliant
Pros:

Ideal situation, happy and cheery staff, excellent food
Very clean
We will be happy to return again . Thank you 👍

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Siobhan • family_with_children • ie
10
Pros:

Location, family friendly and staff were amazing

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Shelley • family_with_children • au
3
Pros:

Nice location. Potential to be a nice property

Cons:

. . .1
-ir was a family hotel and did not readily accommodate couples) who were not there for a family experience. There is nothing wrong with a family oriented property, it is just not what we expected or were:.seeking. Some of the staff were wonderful, but not all seemed experienced at their roles..
I would recommend to people travelling with children, but not otherwise.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Alex • family_with_children • us
10
Alex
Pros:

Location and layout of the hotel was great. Staff was excellent.

Cons:

Breakfast could be earlier.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
M
Máire • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
F
Ferrao • family_with_children • ie
10
Pros:

Location.

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee