Glenlo Abbey

Situated on a 138 acre estate overlooking Lough Corrib, Glenlo Abbey was formerly the ancestral home of the Ffrench and Blake families, two of the fourteen Tribes that ruled over Galway for centuries. The Palmers, a well known merchant family lived in Glenlo Abbey for three generations. The original house dates back to 1740, and is still privately owned by the Bourke Family . Glenlo Abbey Hotel situated in Galway in the West of Ireland is one of the most exclusive 5 Star Hotels in Ireland . It offers unrivalled facilities for a luxury hotel in Ireland providing deluxe accommodation in Galway for guests, state of the art conference & meeting rooms, award winning restaurants, leisure activities such as shooting and fishing and its own private golf course among others. Guests at Glenlo Abbey enjoy unrivalled personal service in the warmth of Galway 's only 5 star hotel. Glenlo Abbey Hotel and its surrounds are the perfect place to experience Ireland . Turn left from Glenlo Abbey and travel into Galway city, which hosts the famous, Oyster Festival, the world-renowned Galway races and the Galway Arts Festival, one of the largest arts festivals in Europe . In contrast if you turn right you enter Connemara , the heart of the West of Ireland. This natural terrain and unspoilt environment offers the visitor a wonderland of sights, experiences, adventure and activities. The people are warm, friendly and extend a hospitality that is the essence of Ireland .

Glenlo Abbey Hotel is a member of The Small Luxury Hotels of the World Group. An exclusive organisation which, for a quarter of a century, has brought together some of the finest quality hotels, country houses and historic chateaux around the world. For the discerning guest on private or corporate business, the SLH stamp guarantees an unequalled standard of privacy, luxury and refinement. Glenlo Abbey Hotel is also a fully approved member of the Royal Automobile Club (RAC), the Automobile Association (AA) and Best Loved Hotels of the World.

The 46 bedrooms and suites at Glenlo Abbey Hotel have been designed with an emphasis on general space and comfort, and afford unrivalled views of the dramatic West of Ireland landscape with its ever changing colours. Lake view rooms give a panoramic vista of Lower Lough Corrib, Connemara and on a clear day and Croagh Patrick, or the "Reek" as it is known to locals. Their Conservatory Suite, which faces south into the sun, overlooks the Abbey and upper holes of the golf course and also the Walled Garden where a proud orchard once stood. All rooms feature marbled en-suite bathrooms, hair-dryer, clothes press, personal safe, direct dial telephone and cable television. Suites are available on every floor. The guests can avail of 24 hour room service, shoe shine and newspaper of choice in the morning. What they will avail of at all times are luxury surroundings, space, fine linen, towels & bathrobe, deluxe comfort, warmth, comfort and peace. All accommodation and services are designed so that the hotels guests experience five star comfort throughout their stay.

Encompassing many different restaurants, the Glenlo Abbey Hotel offers a unique culinary experience to its customers. Their award winning executive chef and his dedicated team are renowned for their creative flair. Their imaginative and often unusual dishes, based on the best available produce, are prepared and served with great care and attention to detail. The bright and airy River Room restaurant, was designed to complement the history and tradition of the 260-year old Glenlo Abbey Hotel, while at the same time maximising our guests enjoyment of the superb views surrounding the Hotel. With tall windows on all five exterior walls, guests are afforded a view of Lough Corrib wherever they are seated. With its enchanting views and classical decor, it's an ideal restaurant choice for receptions or banquets and is the usual setting for buffet style, continental or traditional Irish breakfast. The warm and cosy Oak Cellar Bar is the perfect spot for 'before' or 'after' dinner drinks and lively conversation. Originally the kitchen in bygone days, it is now restored with warmth and character.