Wards Hotel

Hotels
7.1 (1102 reviews)
Lower Salthill , Galway , IE
+353 91 581 508

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Luggage storage
Bar
Non-smoking throughout

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated room quality
Small bathrooms

Categories

Cleanliness
4.98
Several reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness, including dust and unpleasant odors.
Service
8.46
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
8.5
Positive remarks about the convenient location near the college and other amenities.
Room Quality
5.95
Mixed reviews, with some rooms described as small and outdated.
Amenities
6.48
Basic amenities provided, but some users mentioned showers not always working.
Value for Money
7.44
Several reviews noted it as a budget-friendly option, suggesting good value for the price.
Food and Beverage
7.99
Breakfast received positive feedback; however, the bar had mixed reviews.
Overall Experience
6.96
General sentiments were mixed with both positive and negative aspects emphasized.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:09

Property Description

Charming Family-Run Hotel
Experience the warmth and friendliness of Wards Hotel and Pub, nestled in the heart of Lower Salthill, Galway City.

Quality Service and Traditional Entertainment
Enjoy top-notch service from our dedicated staff and immerse yourself in the local culture with a traditional music session every Wednesday night in our cosy bar.

Ideal Location for Exploring
Conveniently situated equidistant from the city centre, Salthill, and Galway Bay, allowing you to easily explore the best attractions including Salthill Beach and the picturesque promenade.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and Irish hospitality? Book your stay at Wards Hotel and Pub now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GWY

Location

Guest Reviews

7.1
Based on 1102 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.98
Service: 8.46
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 5.95
Amenities: 6.48
Value for Money: 7.44
Food and Beverage: 7.99
Overall Experience: 6.96
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Kevin • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • us
8
Local experience easy bus to down town.
Pros:

Great location and fun pub. This place offered a great “local” experience. Fun staff in the pub and the breakfast was exceptional made to order n

Cons:

The rooms was smallest I’ve ever had. Shower was too small to bend over.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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yuichiro • couple • gb
10
アイリッシュ体験としては良いと思う！
Pros:

パブの上にあり可愛い。

Cons:

悪いわけではないけど、こじんまりしている部屋ですが、私は好きです。

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
C
Clifford • couple • us
9
Pros:

It was cute and homey

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
B
Bahram • couple • ch
1
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
A
Ann • couple • ie
1
Disgusting
Pros:

NOTHING

Cons:

Everything dated hotel stale smell from time you enter building room bathroom not fit for purpose no one on reception until 3pm took money never seen him again breakfast poor milk sour foreign workers language barrier wouldn't recommend to anyone

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
F
Francis • solo_traveller • ie
2
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
E
Eithne • couple • ie
9
Pros:

So close to all in city especially for the festival tent concert clean room and not expensive

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
A
Anne • extended_group • fr
8
Très bon séjour à Galway
Pros:

Très bon accueil, hôtel un peu excentré mais très bien desservi par les bus (arrêt de bus en face de l'hôtel)
Pub de l'hôtel très agréable et très conciviale, très bon petit déjeuner.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Tiziana • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

La habitación es un poco retró, pero tiene algo romántico que la hace agradable.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • ie
7
Pros:

Nice hotel close to Salthill. Nice atmosphere in the bar. The breakfast was outstanding.

Cons:

Our room was a bit dated. The shower area needs updating. The bed was very creaky.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Alan • extended_group • dk
7
Great service and the pancakes are worth a try
Pros:

Staff and service

Cons:

A little worn, but it is an old school bar and old hotel

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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María Teresa • couple • es
1
Horrible, sucio, lleno de arañas y una pocilga
Pros:

Nada

Cons:

Todo

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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audrey • solo_traveller • fr
6
Pros:

Hotel un peu trop dans son jus ...typiquement anglais avec beaucoup de moquette ...accès aux chambres par escaliers
Surprise du lavabo dans la chambre .
Douche et WC exigus ...Pas pour les grands gabarits

Cons:

Le personnel disponible et le pub au RDC .
Petit déjeuner copieux et excellent

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Chelsie • couple • au
7
Cosy, great location
Pros:

In a nice, quiet location with only a 10 minute walk into the city centre. The pub downstairs also pours the best Guinness in the city!

Cons:

The facilities are a little outdated, but they do the job for a short stay.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
J
JOSE ANTONIO • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
G
Gilbert • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Emplacement proche du centre
Petit-déjeuner copieux
Amabilité

Cons:

La salle de bain

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
M
murielle • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

Hotel accessible à pied du centre-ville, literie confortable, petit déjeuner de qualité et copieux

Cons:

Intérieur de la chambre vétuste.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Katlego • solo_traveller • ie
7
It was comfortable.
Pros:

The set up.

Cons:

I got lost no clear directions of rooms .

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
F
Flanagan • couple • ie
1
Only stayed one night, wasn't comfortable.
Pros:

Yes good breakfast good location

Cons:

Bedroom stairs not very modern hotel

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee