Just a 5-minute walk from the center of Galway, Desota House provides free Wi-Fi, free on-site parking and comfortable rooms with private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. With a central location, the Desota House Bed and Breakfast is a great base from which to enjoy the capital of the West of Ireland and the beautiful surrounding area. The city is packed with lively pubs and high-quality restaurants, with many venues featuring authentic traditional Irish music. The bed and breakfast is only a 5-minute walk from the National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG) and University College Hospital Galway (UCHG). All of the non-smoking rooms with private bathrooms have personal safes, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini fridges and complimentary toiletries. Continental-style buffet breakfasts and full traditionally cooked Irish breakfasts are available each day. There is a computer and printer, which all guests can use free of charge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Galway, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff was outstanding. We could walk to the latin district. Breakfast was one of the best we've had while traveling.
  • Darcy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly staff, very clean and good breakfast. Location was perfect, just outside the riff raff, dip in and get out for a quiet sleep.
  • Mary
    Ireland Ireland
    The small fridge in the room was very handy to keep milk for tea fresh as I don’t like UHT milk.The range of food for breakfast was very good.

Managed by Desota House

Company review score: 9.5Based on 1,066 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Desota House has been welcoming guests since the 1950s under various owners. Originally built by an Irish family who were returning from living in the USA. The house has been renovated many times since its opening but the name remains the same. All staff have a good knowledge of things to see & do in the locality.

Neighborhood info

We are a short walk to the pedestrianised City centre, NUIG, Galway Cathedral and UCHG.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Desota House Bed and Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Good free Wifi 26 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Desota House Bed and Breakfast

  • The prices at Desota House Bed and Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Desota House Bed and Breakfast is 2,950 feet from the center of Galway. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Desota House Bed and Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • Check-in at Desota House Bed and Breakfast is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Desota House Bed and Breakfast include:

    • Twin
    • Single
    • Double

  • Desota House Bed and Breakfast offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)