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Our top choices for Galway historic hotels

Marina
Dining
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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

1. Galway district harbor views

Galway district harbor views
Galway City Centre
United States
Gina
AED 1,916
AED 2,920 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Galway district harbor views
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Top Galway Hotel Reviews

Clybaun Hotel Galway

Clybaun Hotel Galway

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent four night family stay. Would recommend to all."
Andrew 4-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Clybaun Hotel Galway
The Ardilaun Hotel

The Ardilaun Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great space, felt restful and peaceful"
Norah 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
The Ardilaun Hotel
Eyre Square Hotel

Eyre Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location, spacious room and friendly staff. We would stay again!"
Justin 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Eyre Square Hotel
Harbour Hotel

Harbour Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were very nice and helpful. We had an issue and they addressed it immediately. The hotel was ideally located for walking around Galway."
patrick f 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Harbour Hotel
The G Hotel and Spa

The G Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great property to stay at. I didn’t get an opportunity to take care advantage of this free spa passes. The shower in the bathroom is the best."
Ashton 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The G Hotel and Spa
Nox Hotel

Nox Hotel

8/10 Good
"Staff's friendly. Hotel has free car park. Walkable to city centre."
Chong Ping 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Nox Hotel
The Galmont

The Galmont

10/10 Excellent
"Great service"
marcel 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Galmont
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

8/10 Good
"Nice clean rooms. Location was a bit of a walk to downtown."
Nicole 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Clayton Hotel Galway

Clayton Hotel Galway

8/10 Good
"Shops Nearby. Staff is friendly and helpful"
Ronalyn 2-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Clayton Hotel Galway

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.