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Galway Bay Hotel

Star Rating 4 Star
Location Galway City, County Galway
Open All Year

The 4 Star Galway Bay Hotel, situated on the Promenade Salthill, has an uninterrupted view of the sea and is situated directly overlooking the famous Galway Bay. The Hotel is also located 5 minutes from Galway City Centre, so whether you require a sanctuary of relaxation with peaceful and tranquil surroundings, or you wish to explore the culture of Galway City, The Galway Bay Hotel is your ideal location. Space, grace & elegance are but a few words to describe this luxurious four star property. Whether it‘s rest & relaxation, a culture-filled break from the ordinary, or an adventure packed trip, there are no shortage of exciting & interesting ways to spend your time within easy access of the Galway Bay Hotel.

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Yout Comfort Assured...

The Galway Bay Hotel’s 153 bedrooms are both luxurious and stylish, and are designed to ensure every guest comfort. Bedrooms include a range of family, interconnecting and sea view rooms, plus six executive suites with plush contemporary décor and interiors.

All Guestrooms at the Galway Bay Hotel Feature:

Broadband Internet Access
Interactive TV
Tea/ Coffee making facilities
Trouser Press
Direct Dial Telephone
Hairdryer
V1 spring beds for an exceptional sleep experience

Dining Options at the Galway Bay Hotel

There are a variety of dining options at the Galway Bay Hotel. Whatever you choose you can be assured that you will enjoy superb quality food made from the best and freshest ingredients making eating out in Galway a culinary delight.

The Lobster Pot:

The Lobster Pot Restaurant enjoys magnificent views of the Bay on three dimensions, which enhances the restaurants’ light and tranquil character. The style of cuisine is modern with a strong emphasis on fresh Irish produce with a particular focus on fresh fish and Lobster from the Lobster Tank, complemented by a fine wine cellar. Vegetarian options are available on all menus. All cuisine in the Hotel is overseen by Robert Bell, the Executive Chef who has received many awards over the years for his culinary achievements.

An Scadan Caoc Pub (Herring Choker):

A lively Traditional Irish Pub in every sense of the word where a warm welcome awaits you. The lounge just off the Scadan Caoc offers a more subdued domain to enjoy an evening drink whilst overlooking Galway Bay. Every weekend the bar features the best in local Traditional Irish music. Here the warm friendly atmosphere is complimented by the perfect pint!

The Galway Bay Hotel, Salthill was yet again recognised for it's excellent standards of service and cuisine at the CIE Tours International Awards of Excellence recently. This year the hotel has received the coveted award of 'Best Dinner in Ireland' in the four star hotel category. This achievement is a true testament to the consistently high quality of cusine offered in the hotel's Lobster Pot Restaurant, under the watchful eye of Barry Hearns and his Team.

The Calmer Waters Health and Beauty Rooms

Escape into a sanctuary of peace in the tranquil surrounds of the hotels Calmer Waters Health and Beauty Rooms. Take time out to pamper yourself and choose from a range of holistic treatments, aromatherapy facials or beauty treatments.

The Range of treatments include:

Swedish Massage
Indian Head Massage
Aromatherapy Massage
Facials
Manicures
Pedicures
Body Treatments
Hot Stone Massage
Range of 'Pamper Specials'

The Opening Hours for the Beauty rooms are as follows:
Monday - Saturday 10am - 7pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm

About Galway City

In a recent nationwide survey the people of Galway were found to be Ireland's happiest! And visiting Galway City, the capital of their county it is not hard to see why. It is a lively university city of narrow streets, quaint shopfronts, bustling pubs and stunning surrounding scenery. It has always attracted a bohemian mix of musicians, artists and intellectuals and that attitude is palpable as you walk the streets. Galway has been commercially important since the 11th century when it was a centre for trade with Spain and Portugal. In 1477 Christopher Columbus paid a visit. Galway earned the title “City of the Tribes” around that time, when it was ruled by 14 wealthy merchant families. Today it is lively, with loads of things to do, and is so popular that it can get very crowded in summer, especially during the annual Galway Races. The annual Arts Festival also attracts thousands, especially for its street parade, organized by the multi-award winning production company, Macnas. Its famous Druid Theatre produces and stages plays and has toured internationally, winning awards, including Tonys on Broadway.

The following locations are in close proximity to Galway City

Connemara (1.5 hours)

Northwest of Galway lies the rocky, barren, but breathtakingly stunning region of Connemara. This area is one of the few remaining in Ireland where the native tongue (Gaeilge) is still fluently spoken as a first language. Stop off in the fishing village of Roundstone, where currachs, old style featherweight rowing boats are still in everyday use. The village also boasts an impressive crafts complex, selling everything from teapots and sweaters to traditional Irish music instruments. Clifden, Connemara's capital is well worth a visit and the scenic Sky Road drive just outside town should not be missed. From here travel north to see the exquisite neo-gothic Kylemore Abbey, nestled in a lush forest on the edge of Kylemore Lake. However long you spend in Connemara you will be constantly enchanted by the ever changing scenery of mountains and valleys, lakes and beaches and bays. This is Ireland's big sky country.

Doolin & The Cliffs of Moher (1.5 hours)

The small coastal village of Doolin is located on County Clare’s wild Atlantic coast. The surrounding area has much of interest including the barren yet strikingly beautiful Burren region with, among other things, the 5,000 year-old Poulnabrone Dolmen. Also worth a visit is Doonagore Castle and of course the spectacular 650-foot high Cliffs of Moher, which are only a few miles from Doolin. But the real reason people flock to Doolin from all over the world is the traditional music in the local pubs. Until recently Doolin had only three pubs. There are now some new establishments on the scene but we recommend sticking to the old reliables: McGann’s, McDermots and O’Connor’s. Even at that you will be spoilt for choice. Each pub is full most nights with musicians and music lovers alike. Be sure to check out all three!

Westport Town (2 hours)

Westport is a postcard-pretty town with as lovely a main street as you'll be likely to find anywhere in Ireland. The town lies in the shadow of Croagh Patrick with Clew Bay and its 365 islands just to the west. While in Westport be sure to visit Westport House and climb at least a little of Croagh Patrick. Westport House dates from 1730 and offers everything from a dungeon to a zoo! Croagh Patrick is a 765-meter hill where St. Patrick is said to have banished the snakes from Ireland. This hill is climbed (often barefoot) by thousands of Catholic pilgrims each July. South of Westport are some stunning scenic drives leading into the Connemara region. A trip northwards will bring you to remote Achill island which is accessible by a small bridge. Even further off the beaten path is Belmullet in the northwest corner of County Mayo. Westport also boasts a great selection of traditional pubs, among them Matt Molloy's of the Chieftains.

Sligo Town (2 hours)

Sligo, which has a close association with the poet W.B. Yeats offers a fine museum and gallery, much of which is devoted to the great man. Close to Sligo you will find 5,000 year-old megalithic tombs left by the ancient Celtic people. Also worth a look are the ruins of the 19th century Sligo Abbey. One interesting possible diversion will take you to the town of Knock where in 1879 Mary, Joseph, and St. John miraculously appeared. The number of witnesses on that evening and the many subsequent healings that have taken place here leave little doubt in many people's mind that something incredible did in fact happen here. A 12,000 seat Basilica was built to accommodate the vast number of visitors each year.

Ennis Town (1 hour)

Located just 15 miles from Shannon Airport, Ennis is the county town of Clare and is always pleasantly busy. It takes its name from the Irish word “inis” (island) as it is virtually surrounded by the River Fergus on which it sits. Its streets are narrow and attractive, some of them pedestrianised. The Friary at the bottom of Abbey Street, was founded by the O’Briens in the 13th century. Many of its original features survive and it’s well worth visiting. But the main attraction in Ennis is the locals' obvious love of traditional music. Every May the town hosts Fleadh Nua, an international celebration of Irish culture, while in November, the Ennis Trad Festival is held. But trad music of the very highest quality is on display in the pubs of Ennis throughout the year. It often seems that those in the town that can't sing or play an instrument are very much in the minority. The person who recently labeled Ennis the Nashville of traditional Irish music wasn't far wrong.