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The Western Hotel

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Front of property – evening/night
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Overview of The Western Hotel

The Western Hotel

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel in Galway City Centre with restaurant and bar/lounge
8.4 out of 10 Very good
8.4/10 Very good

1,002 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
Map
33 Prospect Hill, Galway, Galway
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Meeting room
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
For families
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Galway City Centre
  • Eyre Square - 1 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • An Pucan - 4 min walk
  • O'Connell's - 4 min walk
  • Thirteen On The Green - 4 min walk
  • Harry's at Water Lane - 2 min walk
  • Esquires Coffee (Swords) - 4 min walk

About this property

The Western Hotel

Located near a train station, The Western Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Galway. For a bite to eat, guests can visit 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 breakfast get good marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Reservations are required for the use of certain on-site facilities
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 43 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM until midnight
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The check-in location differs from the property location; to check in, go to 33 Prospect Hill, Galway, Ireland.
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Free on-site valet parking
  • On-site parking is limited
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness centre
  • Bike 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

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

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 13 per person
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; reservations are required for some on-site facilities.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global).

Policies

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

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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at The Western Hotel?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
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 spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Western Hotel?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site 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 such as cycling, hiking and parasailing, and practise 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 on-site 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. Travellers say that this hotel is in a good location.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.7/10

Cleanliness

8.7/10

Staff & service

8.1/10

Amenities

8.1/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.3/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

james, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal spot for a stay!
This is a wonderful hotel; very pretty, very convenient, nicely appointed, great accommodations overall.
Amanda, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was centrally located to the tourist district and close to the train. The staff were friendly and helpful and let us check in early.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

James, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfort & Service in Galway
The staff was exceedingly polite and professional. The room and ensuite bath were spotlessly clean, and the bed ws very comfortable.it was really convenient to have breakfast in-house.
Peggy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check was quick and easy. On site parking is great and easy to use. Room was nice and clean. Breakfast was nice, and flexibility was there to get what we wanted. It is also close to a gastro pub we really enjoyed.
Anne, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location to Eyre Square and Galway city center. Great parking located just underground. Bar staff and food were great.
Erin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice location, rooms looked clean but awful smel in the bathroom
JOSEPH, 1-night trip
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