Galway Bay Hotel
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#3 of 48 Hotels in Galway
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The Promenade Salthill Rd Lower, Galway H91 W295 Ireland
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What you can expect during your stay
- All linens sanitized in high-temperature wash
- Face masks required for guests in public areas
- Face masks required for staff in public areas
- Floors marked for social distancing
- Hand sanitizer available to guests & staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Updated 09/08/20 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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#3 of 48 hotels in Galway
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Voted as one of Europe's Top 20 Resorts by the prestigious travel magazine Conde Nast, the Galway Bay Hotel is situated in Salthill overlooking breath-taking views of the famous Galway Bay and Clare Hills. The hotel is only 5 minutes from Galway City and is within easy access to Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way route. Facilities include fully equipped gymnasium, pool, steam room and sauna. The Bay Brasserie offers modern style cuisine with fresh fish and local produce. The newly renovated Atlantic Bar has an informal dining experience with live music at the weekends. Complimentary wifi access in all guest bedrooms and conference suites is available also. The hotel provides an array of complimentary activities to all guests including: Wine Tasting, Social Dancing, Aqua Aerobics and more. During school holidays the Galway Bay Hotel offers family packages that include kids camp and family activities.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Hiking
Babysitting
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Parking
Wifi
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Fitness / spa locker rooms
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary instant cofffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Kids club
Taxi service
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Facial treatments
Head massage
Massage
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Outdoor furniture
Sun terrace
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Interconnected rooms available
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Safe
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
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Ocean view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
HOTEL STYLE
Great View
Classic
Languages Spoken
English, Polish
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82Good for walkers
Grade: 82 out of 100
10Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
10Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
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The Promenade Salthill Rd Lower, Galway H91 W295 Ireland
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The staff at the hotel are so friendly and obliging, we enjoyed interacting with them. This hotel is not a 4 star however, for a few reasons. The bedrooms are not well ventilated, we could not sleep it was so warm & the windows don’t open properly. The bathroom was clean & shower is functional but don’t expect a 4 star standard shower experience! Breakfast was pretty pricey for what it is, our orders were incorrect both mornings, the sausages under cooked & bread not properly toasted. The pool and sauna are advertised as a spa, I can’t agree with this description, it’s very basic. Great location & staff but manage your expectations in terms of the 4 star label.
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We spent last weekend here to celebrate a family birthday. There were 22 of us in total. The ladies on check in were really nice and friendly and efficient. In fact all the staff were very friendly throughout the entire weekend although most were quite young and at dinner service you could see their inexperience, bringing wrong meals etc but it did not detract at all from the meal and the food is absolutely first class. The only fault I can find was with the bar staff on Friday and Saturday night who I felt could have been nicer whilst still adhering to the government regulations in regard to covid 19 indoor drinking. There is no point in calling last orders at 11.00 p.m and not allowing people time to finish their drink before herding them from the bar. I use the term in its proper context as it felt that we were like cattle being moved! Nevertheless we all had a wonderful weekend and the Galway Bay Hotel is a lovely family friendly hotel in a fab location and I would stay again. Hopefully in the near future without the constraints of Covid.…
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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Myself and my friend stayed last weekend, and the service was exceptional. Hotel spotless, Staff attentive, Food delicious, Room perfect, Great view Top Marks all Round. I will definitely will be back!!
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Room Tip: for and extra special treat - book a sea view room
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Just back from a 2 night stay at this hotel. We had a wonderful experience here. Staff really are a credit to this hotel, they made us feel so welcomed. We dined in the hotel both nights, dinner was top class as was the service we received from James our waiter on both nights. We were delighted to be given a sea view table on both nights, views are amazing. Hotel is ideally located directly across from the sea, beautiful views, great for walks along the Salthill promenade and a 30 minute walk to Galway City Center. It was lovely to park the car up for 2 days and have everything within walking distance.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Room Tip: Would recommend room with sea view
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I’m just back from a stay at your hotel and I felt I had to write to you to express my thanks. This was my 3rd time to stay in the Galway Bay and it was just fabulous being back. I have to compliment you on your staff. Every staff member we met were so friendly and helpful to both myself and my elderly mother. They couldn’t do enough for us. If they caught your eye they were over to check we were ok and had everything that we needed. They spent some time chatting and talking but also remained professional and courteous. I must single out James, Emma,Niall, Eilish and Bridie who were particularly nice and helpful! The tidiness and turnout of the staff uniforms were exemplary. It was great to be able to eat out in such pleasant and welcoming surroundings! So once again ‘thank you’ to you and your staff, we hope to see you again soon! Kind regards Carol Duffy…
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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PRICE RANGE
$103 - $226 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
IrelandWestern IrelandProvince of ConnachtCounty GalwayGalway
NUMBER OF ROOMS
153
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about Galway Bay Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Galway Bay Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Wild Atlantic Way (0.3 miles), Trad on the Prom (0.1 miles), and Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden (0.05 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Galway Bay Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Galway Bay Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Galway Bay Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Coco Cafe Salthill, Lobster Pot Restaurant at Galway Bay Hotel, and Killorans Bar.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Galway Bay Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness center, and a sauna during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Galway Bay Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Galway Bay Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Galway Bay Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Polish.
Are there any historical sites close to Galway Bay Hotel?
Many travelers enjoy visiting The Medieval City Walls (1.9 miles), The Lynch Memorial (1.7 miles), and Kilconnell Franciscan Friary (2.9 miles).
Does Galway Bay Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.