Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Galway

Galway City Radisson

Recently stayed two nights with my wife. Can’t say enough about the experience. The rooms were spotless and quite comfortable, with wide screen TV and fridge and in room safe, etc. The health spa came as part of the purchase of the two nights and contained every sort of workoput device you would need; from free standing wights to machines, to cardio and etc. There are locker rooms and they are convenient and contain personal lockers ans showers. Only downside is that bathing caps are required by both male and female for the pool (a minor unexpected twist at two Euro a pop). Staffing at the SAS were great and check and check out was smooth. There is an attached garage with free nightly parking and before I forget there is also free WiFi. The restaurant is expensive but classy... and service there is excellent. Also... the hotel is close to town (a five minute walk) and close to major artery leading into the downtown area. Great experience.

A good value in Galway

This hotel offers all the modern comforts of a U.S. hotel, in a decent location in Galway. It’s a bit off the "beaten path" in Galway, and a little difficult to get to on foot due to a construction zone nearby. We arrived the day after the Galway Races (and apparently the hotel hosts a large Singles Party the night before) and the common areas (lobby, restrooms, etc.) were visibly beat-up. Lots large groups of young people. I would avoid this hotel during or immediately following the Races. The room itself was lovely with a great view of the bay and Burren in the distance. The room was a big step up from most of the hotels we stayed in throughout Ireland. Overall this hotel was a very good value for downtown Galway, but avoid it if there is an event taking place here.

Best hotel in Ireland yet. Breakfast included - amazing buffet . Overall 5***** quality.

We were thrilled with The SAS Radisson in Galway, Ireland. Our room was large and comfortable overlooking the courtyard. The amenities were terrific including two hot tubs (indoor/outdoor) and a huge pool. We enjoyed their bar and the outside views. The hotel is right downtown and we walked everywhere to see the sights. They even set up the trip to the Aran Islands for us. The service was the absolute best we’ve had in a long time. They even helped me get my iPhone working with their free Wifi. The breakfast buffet was the best we’ve ever on a European trip and they even will cook a dish for you if you ask - they made me a cheese and mushroom omelet. We have never seen such an extensive breakfast buffet in Ireland. The only problem was they put us in a room with a handicapped bathroom. It was a little odd, but it worked out OK. We highly recommend this hotel. We shopped in winter and got a queen bed/breakfast for an amazing price. We were extremely pleased. Free parking, too.

Traveler's tip

Traffic! Be sure to locate the Radisson on the map before entering the city. We didn’t realize the entrance was at the back of the hotel as it is somewhat hidden. It was a Friday at 5:00 PM, and we got stuck in bumper to bumper traffic for 40 minutes until we could backtrack back to the entrance.