The family-run Western Hotel is located in the heart of Galway, just off Eyre Square. The property offers limited on-site parking, spacious rooms with attached bathroom, a restaurant and a cozy bar which hosts traditional Irish music every Wednesday & Thursday night. Consisting of three Georgian buildings, the hotel offers an old-world style along with modern facilities Rooms at the Western have private bathrooms with baths, showers and hairdryers. They also include tea/coffee making facilities. Freshly Cooked and continental breakfasts are served daily in the restaurant. 3-course evening meals are served, and guests can enjoy a carvery, a light lunch menu, and an evening á la carte menu. Fine local produce is used in all meals. The bright and spacious Western Bar has a fine selection of drinks and shows major sporting events on large screen TVs. Guests also have access to the Snap Fitness gym for a surcharge of EUR 10 per session. Please contact the property for further information. Limited on-site, valet parking is available for all guests (height restriction is 7.2 ft) and Galway Bus and Train Stations are within a 5-minute walk. The Bold Art Gallery, Galway Shopping Center and the Greyhound Stadium are also nearby.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Galway, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Dean
    United States of America United States of America
    Very well managed. Friendly staff. Good food. Great location for those arriving by train.
  • Barbara
    United States of America United States of America
    the hotel was close to the Latin quarter so easy to walk to that area. staff was friendly and helpful. Due to the elevator being out of service the hotel gave us an upgraded room. The room had three double beds and the square footage was...
  • Angelique
    France France
    The hotel and room were clean and comfortable. Perfect location, close to Galway old town. The staff were all very kind and helpful. Also we ate in the restaurant one night. The food was excellent.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional

Amenities of The Western Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wired internet is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules

The Western Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:00 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.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of EUR 100 is required on arrival. That's about USD 108. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash The Western Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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

Please note that for bookings of 4 rooms or more, the payment options and cancelation policies are different. The required deposit is 50% at the time of booking and a further 50% deposit is required at least 2 weeks prior to arrival. The property will contact guests shortly after booking to confirm the procedure, along with details regarding the security deposit required upon arrival.

The Western Hotel offers free underground Valet Car Park for all guests.

Guests checking into CityPoint Apartments are also asked to arrive for their check-in to The Western Hotel. They will be given further instructions at reception.

Please note, guests are not permitted to bring visitors to the property.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Western Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of € 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The Western Hotel

  • The prices at The Western Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Western Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The Western Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at The Western Hotel include:

      • Twin
      • Family
      • Quad
      • Single
      • Double

    • Check-in at The Western Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Yes, The Western Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Western Hotel is 1,000 feet from the center of Galway. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.