Shantallow
Galway
Visit Shantallow
Popular places to visit

Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.

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.

University of Galway
Explore the campus of University of Galway, during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

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.

Spanish Arch
Find out about the history of Galway with a stop at Spanish Arch. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Shop Street
During your trip to Galway, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shop Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Things to do

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway

Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór (Aran Islands)
Shantallow Hotel Deals

The Dean Galway
Amazing Hotel from clean room staff amenities the lot & a 5min walk to centre of everything We shall be back it was just amazing hotel all round loved it Galways amazing & the Dean just made it even more so for is.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Menlo Park Hotel
It's a marvellous friendly hotel with very helpful staff . The breakfast is a must as was the reastrant. Great value to.
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Biscuits and room service menu were not in the room when we arrived. This was corrected and we were offered a free breakfast. I didn't find the beds particularly comfortable despite the blurb about them and the pillows were rock hard. The maid was rude when we said we weren't ready for her to clean ...
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

The Snug Townhouse
Fantastic room and even better location 😊
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

Eyre Square Hotel
Great location hotel central to all things Galway. staff friendly and accommodating clean with house keeping changing towels daily(if wished)good choice of Breakfast items ( weak coffee is the only negative)
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

Harbour Hotel
Friendly staff, great location, comfortable room. Was in Galway for a few days for business. Easy parking and convenient to walk after arrival. Great staff and the hotel is in good shape. Comfortable room.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Shantallow

Kilcorkey
Though Kilcorkey might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace.

Cloghatisky
While Cloghatisky isn't home to many top sights, Caesar's Palace and Grattan Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Salthill
While visiting Salthill, you might make a stop by sights like Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace.

Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.

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.

Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.


