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Wellpark, Galway, Ireland
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needs a reality check

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2 of 5 stars
DubAsho 1 contribution
dub
Nov 25, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
4/5 found this review helpful

I read an article on Philip Treacy's involvement in this hotel and thought i'd treat myself for my birthday. I phoned reception in advance to say we would check in at 4pm sat. On arrival we drove up to the entrance and waited 20mins for the valet to come park the car. At reception we were greeted by a receptionist who seemed to be quite stressed. She said our room was not ready and told us that this was a very busy weekend for the hotel. She asked us would we like tea or coffee while we waited. We took a seat and admired the decor. There is no other hotel like it in terms of interior design. Our tea and coffee came along in silver pots which were very hot. Then a little later another waitress came along and left a bill on the table! Was quite annoyed by their mistake. However boyfriend insisted we just pay the ridiculuous price for the tea and coffee. Eventually got keys for room. Room was very comfortable- big bed, white fluffy towels and two cupcakes. We couldn't believe the extortionate prices for example 1 bowl of kellogs corn flakes served with fresh milk = 9 euro. Like cop yourselves on. We were quite upset that they would not permit us to go visit the Zen garden as they said it was only for customers of the salon. We could not eat in the restaurant as it was booked out. Yet they advertised these "facilities". To sum it up the g hotel is basically some sort of art gallery (that's the g) but it doesn't have the basics to be a hotel. There are no facilities that you can actually use!! It has no soul or atmosphere - staff are like zombies and full of "yes madam, thank you madam" falseness. Prices are very high just to attract exclusive snobby clientele. And finally the lasting impression is that you feel you are being shortchanged and the staff just don't care about your stay. Won't be back :(

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay February 2006
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since November 25, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? No
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A little over rated

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3 of 5 stars
DeeCo_Mayo 1 contribution
Co. Mayo
Nov 22, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/2 found this review helpful

My boyfriend took me there for my birthday for one night. We had very high expecations of the hotel because we both work in hotels ourselves. The hotel its self is very funky and I liked the decor , but the reception staff was terrible he did not explain things to us and I felt he was a bit snobby. I work on reception myself and I do my best to make people feel welcome and will do anything to help.We had dinner in the resturant and it was not good and way over priced, the menu on the we-site was only for show because that is not what you get. The rooms were very comfortable and clean but would not stay here again a bit pricey and a couple of customer care courses would not go a miss!

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  • Liked — The bed was so comfortable
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay November 2007
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 18-24
  • Member since November 22, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? No
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Great food / Wine, Shopping
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Hidden Expenses at the g.

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4 of 5 stars
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Kerry
Nov 14, 2007
2/3 found this review helpful

The decor atmosphere and service was fabulous. The rooms are comfortable and spacious. The restaurant, however lags behind in terms of quality at the g. After a dissappointing rubbery lobster on Saturday night we were charged E100 upon check out for 'deep cleansing' of our room having smoked a cigarette the night before. I'm all for non-smoking but there were no 'no-smoking' warnings or guidelines highlighting their charge policy. We had a fabulous weekend all in all but the poor food and hidden costs left a bitter-sweet taste.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay November 2007
  • Member since November 14, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Will not be returning

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2 of 5 stars
Lydzer 2 contributions
Dublin
Nov 13, 2007 | Trip type: Family
2/4 found this review helpful

We went to The G Hotel for a weekend in October, I wanted to treat myself, my husband and son ( he's 8 yrs old ). I booked a suite and had no problems with the accommodation which was very fresh and funky, can see why it's a " fashion" hotel! Only problem was that since there is no official lobby we were not allowed to be downstairs with our child after 9pm.......We were having a "nite-cap" after our dinner with our son in the piano room at 9.05pm when the floor manager informed us that we could not stay downstairs with our son as alcohol was been served.( The bar was 3 rooms away.) Anyway, can totally understand that the man was only doing his job but I do feel that we should have been informed of this when booking the hotel. Hence, The G is definitely only for adults....Leave the kids at home because they're not welcome!!!

  • Liked — Clean and spacious
  • Disliked — Not cosy enough
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay October 2007
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Family with young children
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since November 13, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? No
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Other
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oozes sophistication

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5 of 5 stars
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bangor co down
Nov 9, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

just back from an ab fab weekend at the g hotel where my husband took me for my 40th birthday what a pressie
as soon as you walk through the door you are in awe of the decor it oozes sophistication no expense has been spared on detail
the staff are friendly and attentive making you feel very special
the breakfasts were outstanding with plenty of choice as was the evening meal
the drinks were on the expensive side but you did get a huge bowl of cashews to accompany them
all in all a great experience if a little over priced would definitely return

  • Liked — the whole experience from the food to the decor it has the wow factor
  • Disliked — the price
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay November 2007
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since November 09, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Great food / Wine, Shopping, Other
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Address: Wellpark, Galway, Ireland