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Abacus Guest House: Traveler Reviews


Abacus Guest House
29 Glenina Heights | Dublin Road, Galway, Ireland
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Lovely B+B on the outskirts of town

Abacus Guest House

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4 of 5 stars
beavmonk 3 contributions
Philadelphia, PA
May 7, 2007 | Trip type: Couples

We had a wonderful time at the Abacus Guest House for three days this April. The host and her daughter were so kind, friendly, and eager to please. They treated us like family. The breakfasts were large and delicious and not as greasy as many Irish breakfast we encountered. The rooms were very comfortable, well appointed, quiet, and private. Our room had a cool egg-shaped refrigerator in it too which was perfect for storing beer! They have internet and a flat-screened tv in the guest area, and we had a TV in our room too. The B+B is very convenient if you have a car and are using Galway as a jumping point to other locations in Western Ireland. But be prepared to walk 30 minutes or so along a road before getting to downtown Galway. (I'm ok with the tradeoff - while it was far away from the center of town, and we didn't have a car, it was certainly more peaceful than any hotel in central Galway, and we enjoyed the walks when we did go into town). I'd highly recommend Abacus!!

  • Liked — Great value
  • Disliked — Distance from town was a little farther than we expected
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 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
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay May 2007
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since February 14, 2005
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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Perfection

Abacus Guest House

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5 of 5 stars
TinkSeattle 3 contributions
Seattle
Apr 10, 2007 | Trip type: Couples

I have to agree with the other reviews. This was a wonderful B&B. Everything was spotless, breakfast was the best I had while in Ireland, and the hosts are lovely. I was there to run the Connemarathon, and they graciously offered me a ride into town to get the bus to the start line, even though it was early on a Sunday morning. They made us well aware of the "water situation" going on in Galway at the time, and provided us ample clean water for drinking and teeth brushing. At first I was afraid we were too far to town, but the bus was a breeze and right outside the door. And with all the traffic getting in and out of Galway, we were much happier to not have to drive all the way in. Again, top rated B&B! Could not have asked for more.

  • Liked — The lovely hosts
  • Disliked — The shower
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 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
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay April 2007
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since April 10, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Sporting event
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Abacus Guest House

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5 of 5 stars
meanzo 1 contribution
at home
Mar 19, 2007 | Trip type: Friends getaway

brilliant... what more can i say
friendly, clean, modern, well stocked a first class b and b
it is in walking distance to the town center.... i walked
bus just outside if you want it (regular)
taxi's arrived in minutes when i ordered one
10 minutes by cab from galway airport

  • Liked — fab staff, clean,
  • Disliked — every was great
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 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 March 2007
  • Visit was for Quality time with friends
  • Traveled with Friends
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since March 19, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Other
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Top class!

Abacus Guest House

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5 of 5 stars
Pippin-Co.Carlow 1 contribution
Co. Carlow
Mar 10, 2007 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel

I always stay at Abacus and wouldn't stay anywhere else in Galway. Top class hospitality from a most welcoming family. The rooms are perfectly equipped and the standard of cleanliness are superb. Breakfast is a treat not to be missed. You can be assured of a warm and friendly stay at this wonderful home-from -home establishment. I look forward to my next stay.

  • Liked — Friendly welcome and hospitality
  • Disliked — Nothing at all
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 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 March 2007
  • Visit was for Business
  • Traveled with Solo traveller
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since March 10, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Business meeting / Event
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Wonderful hospitality

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5 of 5 stars
Mechanicals 1 contribution
Scottish Borders
Feb 28, 2007 | Trip type: Business, Couples

  • Liked — Warm hospitality
  • Disliked — Can't think of anything!
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 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 2006
  • Visit was for Business
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since February 28, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Business meeting / Event, Great food / Wine
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29 Glenina Heights | Dublin Road, Galway, Ireland