from 4 sources
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Overall:
"But I wouldn't stay there again, and wouldn't recommend it to others." — source Hotels.com
"Overall though we enjoyed our stay and would most likely return again." — source Venere
"The hotel overall was a bit worn, and tattered." — source Expedia
"I am sure once everything is complete it will be a great place to stay." — source Hotels.com
"I highly recommend this hotel." — source Expedia
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Clean:
"Our room was clean and bright, and the bathroom appeared to be brand new with nice tile and plenty of space." — source Hotels.com
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Location:
"The location is great and the staff are very friendly." — source Hotels.com
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Room:
"We got a room for 4 people and had plenty of space. The only drawback was that the room smelled though like cigarettes and there were cigarette butts sitting on the edge of the window." — source Hotels.com
"Good spacious room, there was some disco music at nights but not loud enough to be annoying." — source Venere
More information on The Western Hotel
Ideally located right in the heart of Galway city, just off Eyre Square, The Western Hotel perfectly combines the highest standard of accommodation with very competitive prices and boasts a long tradition of hospitality. The hotel is also conveniently situated for enjoying the very best that Galway has to offer. All major entertainment attractions are very close at hand. The newly refurbished property consits of three impressive Georgian era buildings which have been incorporated, thus matching an old style feel with modern services. Hotel amenities include a welcoming bar featuring a superb carvery, a small and yet equipped meeting facility.
Total Rooms:
40 rooms.40Total Floors:
1 floors.Rooms:
40Reservations
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Cancellation Policy
-24 hours, In case of a no-show or late cancellation,one night will be charged. GROUP POLICY •The Western Hotel does not accommodate groups of 8 or Should the group be excepted, a security deposit in the form of cash or credit card pre-authorisation for E150 per room is required on check-in. Furthermore we require a signed statement that all damages exceeding this amount will be covered by the primary booker. This deposit is refunded on departure if no damage has occurred
Directions
From Galway Airport (GWY): Distance to The Western Hotel is 8 kilometres, approximately 15 minutes' drive. Getting there. Taxis are available in front of the airport and cost 15 EUR 20 EUR to the hotel. Prices are all subject to change. Getting around. Galway is compact and easy to explore on foot. Bus Eireann operates services from Eyre Square, 100 metres from the hotel, to various locations across Ireland. Regular trains connect Galway to Dublin, and the journey time is three hours. The best way to explore the west coast scenery and the surrounding countryside is by car.
Area
Connaught,County Galway,
Information by VenereCheck rates & availability for this hotel — Average Price: $24
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