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Our top choices for Galway historic hotels

Lobby
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Executive King Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Meeting facility

1. Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Galway City Centre
United States
Thomas
AED 604
AED 686 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sep - 4 Sep
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Gym

2. The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway
Galway City Centre
United States
Alyssa
AED 692
AED 785 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Dean Galway
Studio Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)
Studio | Living area
Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)
Reception

3. City HideAway

City HideAway
Galway City Centre
United States
Charlotte
AED 432
AED 491 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
City HideAway
Reception
Front of property
Front of property
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

4. The Snug Townhouse

The Snug Townhouse
Galway City Centre
United States
Gustav
AED 596
AED 677 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Snug Townhouse
Deluxe Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Beach
Billiards
Front of property - evening/night

5. Swuite Galway

Swuite Galway
Galway City Centre
United States
Taylor
AED 438
AED 497 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Swuite Galway
Private kitchen
Deluxe Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

6. Queen Street Place

Queen Street Place
Galway City Centre
United States
Vincent
AED 436
AED 495 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Queen Street Place
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Reception
Signature Family Suite with A/C | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

7. Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel
Galway City Centre
United States
Pam
AED 609
AED 691 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Menlo Park Hotel
Front of property
Reception
Interior detail
Front of property

8. The Lane - Boutique Residence

The Lane - Boutique Residence
Galway City Centre
Canada
Jake
AED 645
AED 732 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
The Lane - Boutique Residence
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Classic Double Room | Desk, travel crib, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Point of interest
Reception

9. Nox Hotel

Nox Hotel
Galway City Centre
Canada
Darren
AED 595
AED 675 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Nox Hotel
Lobby
Dining
Miscellaneous
Exterior

10. Four Seasons B&B

Four Seasons B&B
Galway City Centre
Canada
Jennifer
AED 455
AED 516 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Four Seasons B&B
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Top Galway Hotel Reviews

Harbour Hotel

Harbour Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The rooms had all the amenities you would need and black out blinds that allowed for great sleep. The breakfast was also very worth getting included in our stay as it had everything you could want in the morning."
Thomas 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Harbour Hotel
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel was clean and rooms were comfortable, had two great sleeps. Beds and pillows were amazing. Breakfast the first morning was really good but the second morning not so great. Overall highly recommended"
Chris 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Eyre Square Hotel

Eyre Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Front desk staff were very helpful when I needed to make a local phone call. Breakfast was good and the dining area was spacious and inviting. Rooms were clean and they even brought us a fan because Ireland was experiencing a heatwave."
Bridget 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Eyre Square Hotel
Nox Hotel

Nox Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice hotel, friendly helpful staff especially on reception. Good room, lovely breakfast. A little on the expensive side, suspect this might have been due to high demand over the weekend of the Galway races"
David 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Nox Hotel
Connemara Coast Hotel

Connemara Coast Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful interior of the hotel. Professionally run with helpful staff. Lovely views."
Greg 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Connemara Coast Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

10/10 Excellent
"Location is ideal."
KATHLEEN 3-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Flannery's Hotel Galway

Flannery's Hotel Galway

8/10 Good
"The hotel was clean & much of the staff was friendly. Parking was limited & some spots were tricky. It was a bit outside the city center, but quickly accessed via taxi. I do wish they had had an outdoor area."
Kara 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Flannery's Hotel Galway
Clybaun Hotel Galway

Clybaun Hotel Galway

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely well equipped rooms. Beautiful courtyard . Excellent leisure centre- large pool , sauna, jacuzzi"
Ann 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Clybaun Hotel Galway
Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel

8/10 Good
"I mentioned to ten front desk that the sink and bathtubs were not draining well but other than that 10000% would stay here again. FANTASTIC breakfast. Super clean and wow! Great customer service"
Kelly 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Menlo Park Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Galway?
A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Galway is likely number one on your sightseeing itinerary. Be sure to check out the array of shops and great live music while you're here. You can also discover the area's entertainment choices.
How many historical hotels are there in Galway?
In Galway, there are 323 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Galway?
Galway is notable for landmarks like Lynch's Castle, Spanish Arch, and Galway Cathedral. Known for its live music scene, cultural venues include Galway City Museum, Town Hall Theatre, and Druid Theatre. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Shop Street and Quay Street.
What is a historic hotel like in Galway?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep someplace that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Galway, giving a real sense of character.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Galway have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the normal amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Galway, don't worry that you'll find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.