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The Western Hotel

4.0 star property
Georgian hotel with restaurant, near Eyre Square

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In the heart of Galway, The Western Hotel offers a warm welcome with a beautiful garden, cozy bar, and delicious restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi and unwind in style with helpful staff always ready to assist.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Meeting room
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Banquet hall

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$114 nightly
The total price is $129
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
33 Prospect Hill, Galway, Galway

What's nearby

  • Shop Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Eyre Square - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Quay Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Galway Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Spanish Arch - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 6 min walk
  • Athenry Station - 17 min drive
  • Craughwell Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪An Púcán - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gaslight Brasserie - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Western Hotel

The Western Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Eyre Square. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Western Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Georgian hotel include a bar/lounge and a garden. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [33 Prospect Hill, Galway, Ireland.]
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Limited self and valet parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Banquet hall
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The Western Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 250 per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 14 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Also known as

Western Galway
Western Hotel
Western Hotel Galway
The Western Hotel Hotel
The Western Hotel Galway
The Western Hotel Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

Does The Western Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Western Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Western Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Western Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Western Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at The Western Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (4-min drive) and Claudes Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Western Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and parasailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. The Western Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Western Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Western Restaurant.

What's the area around The Western Hotel like?

The Western Hotel is in Galway City Centre, a short 6-minute walk from Galway Station and 5 minutes' walk from Eyre Square. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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The Western Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Location
Restaurant
Breakfast
Food
Parking
Bar
Bed
Car

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent with a variety of options, including a hot breakfast choice cooked to order. (41 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient, free, and easily accessible for guests. (39 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant offered good food and a convenient dining experience with a lovely atmosphere. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The size of the quad was enormous. Lovely little hotel with the most beautiful lobby. The bar was fabulous and there was a great Trad session in swing. Will definitely be back.
Anne-Marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay here for two nights in Galway! Tidy and spacious rooms and a great location.
Margaret, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location, easy parking and check in process. Only downside was we didn’t have a view of anything and room was quite small.
Eliza, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice location
Thomas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great bar, good breakfast with a lot of choice.
paul, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute and quiet place near the center of Galway

Cute place that is walkable to all the shops and pubs but far enough away it’s quiet. The breakfast was good, and it was nice there was parking. Comfy rooms and friendly staff.
Kharis, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Walkable
Jordan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay. Nice staff and great location to activities, shopping & restaurants!
Pam, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay-easy walk to everything. Awesome food and bar.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place.
Sean, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and close to everything, I highly recommend, . The music in the bar at night it is wonderful!
Angela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved our stay at the Western Hotel. The free parking was a godsend, and the staff members were super nice and helpful!
Germaine, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great clean property
Alex, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location friendly staff convenient parking
Jenna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was pleasant. Easy walking to everything. Expensive for an older property, stained carpet. Nice breakfast. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Tracey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location wonderful staff. Had a wonderful time!
Constance, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great property close to the action
matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay at The Western Hotel. Great location; easy walk to the Latin quarter and other sites. Staff was very welcoming and helpful.
Antoinette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, walkable to downtown, live music at the bar in the evening.
Felicia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel

Great place. Would have given it 5 stars but there was no air conditioning leaving the room warmer than I like when I sleep.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed in the penthouse apartment. This was a real treat. It was stunning with a great kitchen, lots of space for everyone and comfortable beds. We really enjoyed our stay and wouldn’t hesitate to book this again.
Angela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just one night, but it was just the stay we needed.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Staff extremely helpful.
Heather, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent staff. Clean and walkable to pubs, shopping, etc. Only complaint is the mattress. It was great need of replacement.
Karla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Comfortable bed and very nice room. Good breakfast.
Kenneth, 1-night trip