This week, we’re taking you to one of Ireland’s most lively cities. Galway City Centre is filled with culture and heritage – and not to mention its vibrant nightlife. Whether you’re looking for the traditional Irish experience or a great night out, Galway has it all. Here are our favourite city centre hotels, so you can relax in style during your break:
Five Fabulous Galway Hotels
Corrib House
Corrib House offers the ultimate traditional experience, right in the centre of Galway. This homely little spot is the perfect breakaway from the hustle and bustle of city life, with views of the River Corrib from every corner of the recently restored Georgian townhouse.
You can enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep in one of the hotel’s invitingly simple bedrooms, creating the perfect home away from home. Wake up to a fantastic selection of hot breakfast foods from the impressively colourful menu. The hotel’s tearooms are also a great spot to enjoy lunch, coffee and cake throughout the day.
The g Hotel and Spa
The luxurious and bright g Hotel is inspired by the Galway seascape, and each element reflects the spirit of gorgeous Galway.
Designed by celebrity milliner Philip Treacy, the hotel is an homage to childhood years spent by the coast. Right from the ultra-modern entrance to the dimly lit spa and uniquely colourful rooms, each area is a work of art in its own right.
When it comes to dining, you’re spoilt for choice. Whether you’re after a boozy afternoon tea, a fruity cocktail or an award-winning meal at gigi’s restaurant, the g Hotel has it all.
House Hotel
Tucked away in the colourful streets of Galway’s Latin Quarter is the House Hotel. A fabulous spot to escape for a night of comfort, this charming hotel is full of character. From the open reception area to the elegant bedrooms, the House Hotel is perfectly colour-coordinated from top to bottom.
Head to The Yard Kitchen and Bar for a bite to eat with a bit of bubbly as you wind down on your Galway getaway. The Yard’s afternoon tea and all day menu offer a meal for all times of day in a relaxed and stylish environment.
Harbour Hotel
The Harbour Hotel is a great spot to dock for the night and spend some time in comfort by the sea. The mood is set from the moment you step into the hotel, with sophisticated decor which is consistent throughout the building. With terrific accommodation and fabulous dining options, The Harbour Hotel is ideal for a night of class.
Stop in for a bite to eat at the hotel’s Dillisk restaurant, offering a menu of authentic Irish dishes made from seasonal local produce. While you’re there, complement your meal with a glass of wine, some Irish whiskey or a delicious house cocktail.
Park House Hotel
Right by Galway’s famous Eyre Square is the Park House Hotel, the perfect location to stop off while you explore all corners of the city. This classic hotel has 99 welcoming bedrooms, where there’s plenty of room for guests from all over.
Rest assured you won’t go hungry during your stay, as the Park House Restaurant offers a number of fantastically flavoursome menus throughout the day. No matter the time of day, you’ll find something to satisfy your cravings on the hotel’s extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner menus.
If you’re in the mood to wind down with a drink, the restaurant’s bar will sort you out with a cocktail, or stop off at Boss Doyle’s Bar for a traditional Irish welcome.
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