The Kinvara Guesthouse is a jewel. It's big-city lodging in a small, cozy Irish town. It's the kind of town one sees in Irish travel books and brochures. Parking is available in front of the guesthouse, on the street, essentially. They have an elevator (lift) which was a big help for my wife (and me with our luggage). We had a huge room on the second floor with a view of the "plaza" in front of the guesthouse. The bathroom was more than adequate. Our only complaint is that there were no wash...
The Kinvara Guesthouse is a jewel. It's big-city lodging in a small, cozy Irish town. It's the kind of town one sees in Irish travel books and brochures. Parking is available in front of the guesthouse, on the street, essentially. They have an elevator (lift) which was a big help for my wife (and me with our luggage). We had a huge room on the second floor with a view of the "plaza" in front of the guesthouse. The bathroom was more than adequate. Our only complaint is that there were no wash...
This is about the most delightful bed-and-breakfast anywhere. Maura and Michael are a delight, and the property is conveniently situated in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. We would happily return to this wonderful place!
This is about the most delightful bed-and-breakfast anywhere. Maura and Michael are a delight, and the property is conveniently situated in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. We would happily return to this wonderful place!
We were relieved to find this very nice place to stay. We had come from Galway where there were zero vacancies. This morning we had a dreamy visit to Thoor Balley.
We were relieved to find this very nice place to stay. We had come from Galway where there were zero vacancies. This morning we had a dreamy visit to Thoor Balley.
Michelle
Reviewed September 11, 2024Reviewed September 11, 2024
OMG! Stay here! Derek was amazing. So kind and helpful with excellent recommendations. Breakfast was delicious and the portions were so large we couldn’t eat it all! Adorable rooms and spotless. So clean. Beautiful grounds. Close to Galway for easy access but out of the crowds. LGBTQ friendly. Will stay again if ever back this way. Thank you!!
OMG! Stay here! Derek was amazing. So kind and helpful with excellent recommendations. Breakfast was delicious and the portions were so large we couldn’t eat it all! Adorable rooms and spotless. So clean. Beautiful grounds. Close to Galway for easy access but out of the crowds. LGBTQ friendly. Will stay again if ever back this way. Thank you!!
Amory
Reviewed October 11, 2026Reviewed October 11, 2026
Ann and Michael were wonderful host. Thier bed & breakfast was amazing and beautifully decorated with a relaxing atmosphere. They are located right on the edge of the town of Oranmore about a 10 minute walk into town & about a 10 minute drive to Galway. Thanks Ann & Michael for your hospitality and delicious breakfast, especially the scones!!
Ann and Michael were wonderful host. Thier bed & breakfast was amazing and beautifully decorated with a relaxing atmosphere. They are located right on the edge of the town of Oranmore about a 10 minute walk into town & about a 10 minute drive to Galway. Thanks Ann & Michael for your hospitality and delicious breakfast, especially the scones!!
Fantastic stay for our family. The owner, Scott, was a perfect host and made us feel welcome. The food was excellent and the rooms well maintained and clean. It was an ideal location too for any site seeing near Galway. Highly recommended. We'll be back!
Fantastic stay for our family. The owner, Scott, was a perfect host and made us feel welcome. The food was excellent and the rooms well maintained and clean. It was an ideal location too for any site seeing near Galway. Highly recommended. We'll be back!
Ryan
Reviewed October 27, 2026Reviewed October 27, 2026
Arrived late and found the resturant excellent at reasonable prices. Breakfast was wonderful which was included with the room. Great people and a wonderful experience
Arrived late and found the resturant excellent at reasonable prices. Breakfast was wonderful which was included with the room. Great people and a wonderful experience
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed December 1, 2014Reviewed December 1, 2014
The property is being redone throughout since early summer. There is no staff on the premise so when I had an issue of a lost key there was no help. Thankfully it was found and I was able to get into my room. It is very modern, but very picturesque and very quiet.
The property is being redone throughout since early summer. There is no staff on the premise so when I had an issue of a lost key there was no help. Thankfully it was found and I was able to get into my room. It is very modern, but very picturesque and very quiet.
Diane
Reviewed November 4, 2026Reviewed November 4, 2026
The location was phenomenal for easy access to Galway city centre. The staff was incredibly helpful.
I do wish the WiFi signal was a little stronger in our room. We had to be by the door in order to get a decent signal.
The location was phenomenal for easy access to Galway city centre. The staff was incredibly helpful.
I do wish the WiFi signal was a little stronger in our room. We had to be by the door in order to get a decent signal.
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed September 29, 2019Reviewed September 29, 2019
This stay was less than two weeks after a stay in a nearby hotel. The experiences were like night and day, The Maldron is the better hotel, by a long shot.
Staff: Extremely professional, good attention to detail, pleasant, and overall excellent service
Beds: Very comfortable
Rooms: Very clean
Food: Excellent variety and quality of food at breakfast
Leisure Centre: Didn't get an opportunity to use
Location: c. 1K from town centre (short walk), in a business park area with plenty parking,...
This stay was less than two weeks after a stay in a nearby hotel. The experiences were like night and day, The Maldron is the better hotel, by a long shot.
Staff: Extremely professional, good attention to detail, pleasant, and overall excellent service
Beds: Very comfortable
Rooms: Very clean
Food: Excellent variety and quality of food at breakfast
Leisure Centre: Didn't get an opportunity to use
Location: c. 1K from town centre (short walk), in a business park area with plenty parking,...
Frequent Travel
Reviewed November 16, 2016Reviewed November 16, 2016
Parking was not on-site, but was right next door and a discounted rate. Hotel was an easy 100 ft from the ramp. Busy area right on the main pedestrian walkway. Easy walking access to everything. Very friendly and helpful staff both in the hotel and the 1520 pub.
Parking was not on-site, but was right next door and a discounted rate. Hotel was an easy 100 ft from the ramp. Busy area right on the main pedestrian walkway. Easy walking access to everything. Very friendly and helpful staff both in the hotel and the 1520 pub.
We had a wonderful stay. The bed was comfortable and room clean with all the necessary amenities. The hotel has a huge restaurant and Irish bar with many different rooms and 2 levels to accommodate all types of clientele! They had live music and the performances were amazing! The best part was the customer service provided with care, kindness, enthusiasm and pure happiness, always quick with help and a smile from their employee Niall, he was such a pleasure! Thank you Niall! :)
We had a wonderful stay. The bed was comfortable and room clean with all the necessary amenities. The hotel has a huge restaurant and Irish bar with many different rooms and 2 levels to accommodate all types of clientele! They had live music and the performances were amazing! The best part was the customer service provided with care, kindness, enthusiasm and pure happiness, always quick with help and a smile from their employee Niall, he was such a pleasure! Thank you Niall! :)
Robin
Reviewed December 25, 2023Reviewed December 25, 2023