West Ireland
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in West Ireland
Galway City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Galway Shopping Center or Eyre Square while you're exploring the area.
Claddagh
Claddagh is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Grattan Beach and Galway Bay.
Latin Quarter
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Galway City Museum might round out your trip.
Renmore
While Renmore might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lough Atalia and Eyre Square.
Salthill
While visiting Salthill, you might make a stop by sights like Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace.
Terryland
Terryland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Yew Tree Maze and Planet Entertainment Centre while in the area.
The Dean Galway
Great place to stay. Friendly staff. Great food at Sophia’s.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
The Galmont
All the staff we met were nice and helpful, but we had little interaction. Get the Spare rib dinner.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Chambre sale, bruyante, par conte bien situé
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Queen Street Place
Citypoint Apartments
It was excellent location to transportation, tours, buses and central to everything. Loved the washer and drier! The apartment had a lovely terrace as well.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Galway Bay Sea View Apartments
Place was great - spotless, comfortable, convenient. The only knock we had was that the washing machine didn’t work. Would recommend to anyone visiting Galway.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Popular places to visit
Ashford Castle
You can learn about the history of Cong with a visit to Ashford Castle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the fishing spots.
Quay Street
During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
Galway Harbour
Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.
Kylemore Abbey
Tour one of Ireland's most romantic castles, which has been home to Benedictine nuns since 1920.
Knock Shrine
A typical Irish village, Knock was thrust into the spotlight in 1879 when a divine apparition turned it into one of the most important Catholic shrines in the world.
Things to do
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder and Mystery
Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner
- Ashford Castle
- Quay Street
- Kylemore Abbey
- Eyre Square
- Galway Harbour
- Knock Shrine
- University of Galway
- Shop Street
- Connemara National Park
- Croagh Patrick
- Galway Cathedral
- Spanish Arch
- Dog's Bay Beach
- University Hospital Galway
- Westport House
- Keem Bay Beach
- Galway Clinic Private Hospital
- Merlin Park Hospital
- Doolin Cave
- Glenlo Abbey Hotel Golf Course
- Sky Road
- Rossaveel Ferry Terminal
- Grattan Beach
- O'Brien's Castle
- Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club
- Inisheer Beach
- Claregalway Castle
- Clifden Castle
- Mountain View Horse Riding Centre
- Dunguaire Castle
