West Ireland
Travel Guide
Visit West Ireland
Where to stay in West Ireland
Galway City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Galway Shopping Center or Eyre Square while you're exploring the area.
Claddagh
Claddagh is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Grattan Beach and Galway Bay.
Latin Quarter
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Galway City Museum might round out your trip.
Renmore
While Renmore might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and Lough Atalia.
Salthill
While visiting Salthill, you might make a stop by sights like Grattan Beach and Galway Bay.
Rahoon
Rahoon might not have many top sights, but Pearse Stadium and Leisureland are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Dean Galway
The staff were very nice. Hotel style is cute. Unfortunately the noise makes it very difficult to sleep. Walls are very thin so you hear everything and my room overlooked the trash bins and you could hear every time the gate was open. Further, the headboard to the bed was stained and gross. Lastly ...
Reviewed on 2026/5/2
Leonardo Hotel Galway
No sewer traps in bathroom and room smelled very bad
Reviewed on 2026/5/4
The Galmont
This property was great. The only reason not a five star on the staff is because we didn’t have contact with many staff due to checking in and out on the kiosk. The amenities were really good but hours were not great - closed too early. But overall hotel was a really good stay.
Reviewed on 2026/5/3
Queen Street Place
Citypoint Apartments
Check in is at a location a few miles away in the financial district of Dublin. You will need to taxi to the location with your luggage.
Reviewed on 2026/5/1
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
Place was great - spotless, comfortable, convenient. The only knock we had was that the washing machine didn’t work. Would recommend to anyone visiting Galway.
Reviewed on 2026/1/13
Popular places to visit
Ashford Castle
You can learn about the history of Cong with a visit to Ashford Castle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the fishing spots.
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
Kylemore Abbey
Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.
Quay Street
During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Galway Harbour
Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.
Knock Shrine
A typical Irish village, Knock was thrust into the spotlight in 1879 when a divine apparition turned it into one of the most important Catholic shrines in the world.
