As Ireland's 4th largest and most exciting and vibrant city, Galway is the gateway to the West where people can truly explore the real Ireland. Galway is famous for its spirited nightlife, busy cultural scene and extensive shopping.

Tours, excursions, cruises on the river Corrib and a visit to many of the famous landmarks, such as Connemara, the Burren, Kylemore Abbey The Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands are all available to the visitor of Galway. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy an endless array of activities including water sports, tennis, horse riding, walking tours, cycling, greyhounds, horseracing, go-karting, bowling, river & deep sea angling, and a host of Ireland's 18 hole championship golf courses.

Ireland's green countryside is famed for fantastic golfing and Galway is no exception.

We offer special rates at Leisureland, a deluxe indoor swimming complex with children's playground and summertime fun-park, located next to the hotel.

Local Attractions:

• Galway Irish Crystal - Heritage centre and factory shop.
• Royal Tara China - Visitors centre featuring free guided factory tours.
• Aran Islands - Inis Mór, Inis Meáin & Inis Oírr located off the Galway Coast.
• Kylemore Abbey - 18th Century Neo-Gothic Castle & Church, and Kylemore Garden.
• Athenry Castle - 13th Century Castle nestled in the medieval town of Athenry
• Connemara Heritage & Visitor Centre - Featuring a pre-famine farm & Neolithic site

Special Events

The Great Irish Beer Festival is one the newest festivals in Galway, and it enjoyed an amazing success in its open year. Taste hundreds of Irish and International beers that are on offer.

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