Holiday Hotel

Hotels
7.1 (1389 reviews)
181 Upper Salthill , Galway , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean and cozy rooms
Cons:
Poor cleanliness standards
Lack of amenities
Noisy environment

Categories

Cleanliness
6.31
Clean rooms reported, but issues with mold and unpleasant smells noted.
Service
7.78
Friendly staff and helpful service, though some guests felt a lack of interaction.
Location
8.82
Great central location near restaurants and the beach.
Room Quality
6.27
Generally cozy and comfortable, but some rooms had issues with cold or water pressure.
Amenities
7.3
Basic amenities available, though some guests noted a lack of breakfast facilities.
Value for Money
7.26
Reasonable prices noted, but some felt it was overpriced for what was received.
Food and Beverage
5.81
Limited options onsite and no breakfast facilities mentioned.
Overall Experience
7.28
Mixed experiences, with some guests enjoying their stay and others facing significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:06

Property Description

Central Location in Salthill
The Holiday Hotel is ideally situated in the heart of Salthill, offering easy access to the waterfront of Galway Bay and a leisurely 20-minute walk to Galway centre.

Convenient Amenities Nearby
Within close proximity to the popular Leisureland complex and two casinos, guests can enjoy a variety of entertainment options. Additionally, the hotel is just a short walk away from Galway Bay Hotel and Salthill Hotel, providing easy access to swimming, snorkelling, and sea fishing along Ireland’s longest promenade.

Charming On-Site Bar and Surrounding Dining
Guests can unwind at the hotel's popular bar, The Office, while taking in picturesque sea views. For more dining options, a selection of cafes, restaurants, and pubs are conveniently located within walking distance.

Book your stay at Holiday Hotel now for a delightful seaside getaway.

Important information:

Guest wishing to arrive after 8 pm must contact the property in advance to confirm whether a late check-in is possible.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Airport code: GWY

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • 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 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.1
Based on 1389 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.31
Service: 7.78
Location: 8.82
Room Quality: 6.27
Amenities: 7.3
Value for Money: 7.26
Food and Beverage: 5.81
Overall Experience: 7.28
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Meghan • couple • ca
10
A great easy stay!
Pros:

Great location, free beach front parking.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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FIONA • family_with_children • ie
8
Pros:

The room was lovely & clean. I love location. It's so near to everything, like Cinema, swimming pool & lovely restaurants. Across road from salthill beach.

Cons:

It can be noisey from outside the window at times which you can't help it. It's a busy road. I would bring earplugs.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • couple • us
5
Cons:

The beds were extremely uncomfortable. Couldn’t get ahold of anyone at the property by phone or messaging

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Darren • family_with_children • ie
1
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Rodríguez Suárez • family_with_children • es
1
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Brendan • family_with_children • ie
9
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Sullivan • solo_traveller • ie
7
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

Karen was great at the front office and the pub too.

Cons:

I think there was an Irish wake upstairs. It went on all night . But I can sleep thru anything.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Cristian Toledo • family_with_children • ie
8
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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ian • couple • ie
5
Was alright for 1 night
Pros:

Whiring noise from fan outside window annoying and bad pillows

Cons:

Was near to most things

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Deirdre • family_with_children • ie
1
Holiday Hotel Horror
Pros:

Location was central

Cons:

No receptionist only a barman who was very abrupt. No trouser press as advertised. Couldn't access the plug sockets at either side if the bed properly as they were partially behind lockers which were bolted to the floor. Th ved was not a full size double only a 4 ft. You had to put the kettle on the floor to plug it in. Room was very dark and there was an industrial fan on outside our window. The shower had dirty grouting at tge top and was tiny. I had to stand outside the shower to wash my hair. No hair conditioner only 2 tiny bottles of shampoo and 2 body wash. No full size bath sheets. Someone attempted to regrout over tge door of the bathroom b7t didnt bother to wash off the excess grout. No food served in the bar despite advertising. Very dissappointing we would not reccomend it at all.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • ie
7
Competitively priced, great location. Perfect for a basic overnight
Pros:

check in was fast and friendly. The price is very economical, and the location is excellent

Cons:

would benefit from a bit of a revemp/modernisation but for the price I couldn't fault it.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Ian • family_with_children • ie
8
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Ross • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Akhabue • solo_traveller • ie
6
Pros:

Hotel close to the road and bustop

Cons:

The carpet looks in the room

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Esther • couple • es
10
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Cunningham • solo_traveller • ie
1
Cons:

The receptionist was the bar man and quite grumpy. No receipt offered for my money. The room was cold and there was no heat for the month of January. Will not be returning.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Hackett • family_with_children • ie
9
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Jean • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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david • solo_traveller • ie
6
I needed a bed for a night and it did the job
Pros:

There was a good bar attached to the hotel

Cons:

It's was old and dated

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee