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A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a large framed portrait.
A bar area with a curved counter, multiple stools, and a green partition.
A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the cityscape.
A modern interior with a brick wall, a sofa, chairs, a table, and a bar area.

1. Radisson RED Galway

Radisson RED Galway
Ballybaan Beg, 2.7 km from University of Galway
Canada
David
RM601
RM682 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Radisson RED Galway
A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a restaurant sign.
A buffet with various food items and drinks.
A paved pathway in a well-maintained garden with lush green grass and various shrubs.

2. Menlo Park Hotel

Menlo Park Hotel
Ballinfoile, 1.3 km from University of Galway
United States
Alice
RM487
RM553 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Menlo Park Hotel
A cozy cafe with a bar area, seating with a lamp, and a visible exit sign.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a white pillow, and a neatly folded towel. There is a string of orange and yellow lights on the brick wall behind the bed.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and string lights.
A cozy room with wooden walls, a green armchair, a small table with a lamp, and a hanging light fixture.

3. The Nest Boutique Hostel

The Nest Boutique Hostel
Lenaboy, 2.1 km from University of Galway
United States
Vanessa
RM327
RM371 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Nest Boutique Hostel
A large hotel with multiple stories, a prominent glass facade, and a waterfront location.
A restaurant with multiple seating areas, including booths and tables. There are decorative hanging lights above the tables.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a tiled deck, and a stone wall on one side.
A hallway with a bar, wicker chairs, a bicycle with a basket, and ornate wall sconces.

4. Galway Bay Hotel

Galway Bay Hotel
Attithomasrevagh, 2.9 km from University of Galway
United Kingdom
James
RM536
RM608 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Galway Bay Hotel
A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a view of the outside through a window.
A sign for "The Snug Townhouse" mounted on a building wall.
A reception area with a tiled wall, a potted plant, and a sign for 'The Snug Townhouse'.
A sign with the words "The Snug Townhouse" in white letters on a dark background.

5. The Snug Townhouse

The Snug Townhouse
Latin Quarter, 1.1 km from University of Galway
Canada
Lyndsey
RM376
RM427 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Snug Townhouse
A balcony with a checkered floor, tables, and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a cloudy sky.
A bar area with wooden beams, a chandelier, and a bar stocked with bottles.
A gym with weightlifting equipment, a red carpet, and a blue-lit ceiling.
A restaurant with round tables, booths, and a view of the city.

6. The Dean Galway

The Dean Galway
Galway City Centre, 1 km from University of Galway
United Kingdom
Sam
RM638
RM724 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Dean Galway
A modern interior with a geometric light installation, a central seating area, and a dark-toned floor.
A modern building with large windows and a well-lit entrance.
A modern conference room with a glass table, black chairs, and a view of the outdoors.
A restaurant with a bar area, green upholstered seating, and a patterned floor.

7. The G Hotel and Spa

The G Hotel and Spa
Galway City Centre, 1.9 km from University of Galway
United States
Mario
RM635
RM721 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The G Hotel and Spa
A lobby with a large mural of a cobblestone street at night, a reception desk, and a seating area with a bench.
A person playing an acoustic guitar in a room with a chevron-patterned wall and a herringbone floor.
A reception desk with a sign that reads "Tickets & Tours" and a backdrop with a scenic landscape.
A bar area with wooden furniture, a billiards table, and a mural of people playing pool.

8. Kinlay Hostel Galway

Kinlay Hostel Galway
Galway City Centre, 1.1 km from University of Galway
Canada
Bernadette
RM521
RM591 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Kinlay Hostel Galway
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, equipped with water bottles and glasses, and a large screen at the front.
A modern hotel building with a curved glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign reading "Maldron Hotel".
A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a television on the wall.

9. Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
Terryland, 1.3 km from University of Galway
Australia
Ian and Fiona
RM415
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
A cozy reading nook with leather chairs, a small table, and a brick wall bookshelf.
A buffet with various food items, including muffins, fruits, and condiments.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'HOTEL' sign on the facade.
A neatly arranged table with a bottle of wine, two glasses, and a plate of chocolates and apples in a hotel room.

10. Nox Hotel

Nox Hotel
Ballinfoile, 1.5 km from University of Galway
Canada
Rachel
RM480
RM545 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Nox Hotel
A hotel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a well-lit building facade.
An indoor seating area with chairs and tables, large windows, and artificial grass flooring.
A hotel room with two beds, a headboard with decorative panels, a small table, and a chair.
A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa set, a coffee table with fruit, and a fireplace.

11. Flannery's Hotel Galway

Flannery's Hotel Galway
Ballybaan Beg, 3.1 km from University of Galway
Mexico
Alberto
RM410
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Flannery's Hotel Galway
A multi-story brick building with large windows and a neon sign.
A guest car park with a sign, a purple table and chair, and potted plants.
A view of a river with buildings in the foreground and a clear sky.
A restaurant with a large window, wooden chairs, and a glass table with a polka dot pattern.

12. St Judes Lodge

St Judes Lodge
Galway City Centre, 1.3 km from University of Galway
United States
Josephine
RM580
RM658 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
St Judes Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a desk with a lamp.
A chessboard on a glass table with two glasses of whiskey, a fireplace, and a chair.
A hotel with a prominent 'WESTERN HOTEL' sign, a stone facade, and a clear blue sky.
A restaurant with a long black leather booth seating area, wooden tables with chairs, and a checkered floor pattern.

13. The Western Hotel

The Western Hotel
Galway City Centre, 1 km from University of Galway
United States
Donna
RM565
RM641 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Western Hotel
A lush garden with a stone pathway leading to a building with large windows.
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, decorative tiles, and a statue.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, covered by a glass roof, surrounded by greenery.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables, chairs, and chandeliers.

14. The Ardilaun Hotel

The Ardilaun Hotel
Tievegarriff, 1.7 km from University of Galway
United States
Christina
RM442
RM502 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Ardilaun Hotel
Room
Living area
Exterior
Room

15. Glenarde House

Glenarde House
Tievegarriff, 1.8 km from University of Galway
Canada
Cooper
RM484
RM549 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Glenarde House
A hallway with a black and white patterned floor, two tall metallic columns with greenery on top, and a reception area with a sign displaying the number 7.
A staircase with white balusters and a chandelier with a black shade.
A bedroom with two beds, a fireplace, a window with blinds, and a framed picture on the wall.
A street with shops, including a visible antique store and a bar.

16. 7 Cross Street

7 Cross Street
Latin Quarter, 1 km from University of Galway
Canada
Dana
RM546
RM620 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
7 Cross Street
A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a large window.
Garden
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A modern restaurant interior with multiple seating options, including booths and tables, and a counter area for food service.

17. Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway
Latin Quarter, 1.1 km from University of Galway
Canada
Ian
RM617
RM700 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Leonardo Hotel Galway
A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, modern lighting, and a green wall adorned with plants.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and street lamps.
A swimming pool with a person jumping into the water, another person swimming, and a third person in the background.
A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, bar stools, and a counter with a cash register.

18. The Connacht Hotel

The Connacht Hotel
Ballybaan Beg, 2.6 km from University of Galway
United States
Linda
RM480
RM545 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Connacht Hotel
A staircase with white balusters and dark carpeting, leading to a room with a brick wall and a dining area in the background.
A compact kitchen with a washing machine, microwave, and a grey sofa.
A bathroom with a toilet, a towel rack, and a bathtub.
A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

19. 7 Eyre Square Lane

7 Eyre Square Lane
Galway City Centre, 1 km from University of Galway
United States
Richard
RM926
RM1,235 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
7 Eyre Square Lane
A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, bedside tables, and lamps.
A bathroom with pink tiled walls, a white sink, and a mirror.
A historic building with a large dome and towers, located beside a river with a bridge crossing over it.
A hallway with a wooden cabinet containing a self-service kiosk, a patterned floor, and a staircase in the background.

20. The Woodquay Townhouse

The Woodquay Townhouse
Galway City Centre, 0.7 km from University of Galway
Canada
Jeff
RM358
RM407 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Woodquay Townhouse
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Compare popular hotels close to University of Galway

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a large framed portrait.
Radisson RED Galway
9.4
Exceptional
402 reviews
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A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
Menlo Park Hotel
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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A cozy cafe with a bar area, seating with a lamp, and a visible exit sign.
The Nest Boutique Hostel
9.2
Wonderful
550 reviews
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A large hotel with multiple stories, a prominent glass facade, and a waterfront location.
Galway Bay Hotel
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a view of the outside through a window.
The Snug Townhouse
9.0
Wonderful
961 reviews
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Top University of Galway Hotel Reviews

The Galmont

The Galmont

8/10 Good
"Very nice room and convenient to transport and shopping."
Jeanne 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
The Galmont
Leonardo Hotel Galway

Leonardo Hotel Galway

8/10 Good
"Shops very nearby. Great!"
Jeanne 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Eyre Square Hotel

Eyre Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean hotel, friendly staff and super convenient location."
Emily 4-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Eyre Square Hotel
Victoria Hotel

Victoria Hotel

8/10 Good
"Clean. Staff were kind and helpful. WiFi worked. Did not eat here. When you park your car be sure to get all the digits correctly - we got clamped b/c we didn't know the 1 was not a capital "i"...different fonts screwed us as we didn't know the first 3 numbers/alpha in Ireland license plates are always numbers! Lesson learned!"
Melinda 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Victoria Hotel
Abbeygate Townhouse

Abbeygate Townhouse

10/10 Excellent
"Everything is excellent."
Puttachat 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Abbeygate Townhouse
The Snug Townhouse

The Snug Townhouse

10/10 Excellent
"Convenient to everything in the Latin quarter, parking is only steps away. Comfortable for a family of 3 - great shower (maybe the best in Ireland!) The provided earplugs are a necessity due to the businesses in the area but to be expected when booking something in that area."
Andrew 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Snug Townhouse
The Western Hotel

The Western Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent communication from the property regarding check-in and parking. Staff were kind, informative and helpful. Great location. The hotel is clean. The hotel restaurant food was good with prompt service and decent prices. Thank you to the management and staff at The Western Hotel. I would recommend staying here, you won’t be disappointed!"
Shibu 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Western Hotel
Radisson RED Galway

Radisson RED Galway

10/10 Excellent
"Gorgeous big room and TVs. SMART TV was a huge bonus. Very clean and free parking."
Kristie 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Radisson RED Galway
The Ardilaun Hotel

The Ardilaun Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and spacious. The hotel is in a quiet residential location but it is a short walk to Salthill Town. Breakfast had a good selection of food and the service was very good."
Cliona 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Ardilaun Hotel

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Galway Cathedral

9.2/10 (672 reviews)
See a fascinating mosaic of John F. Kennedy in a modern church he visited in Ireland. Admire its rose window and artworks.
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Music for Galway Limited

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Millennium Children's Park and Playground

After visiting Millennium Children's Park and Playground, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Galway. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Yew Tree Maze

Enjoy an outing to Yew Tree Maze during your stay in Galway. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
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Salmon Weir

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Town Hall Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Town Hall Theatre during your stay in Galway. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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St. Francis Abbey

You can learn about the history of Galway when you stop by St. Francis Abbey. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Galway?
University of Galway is located in a welcoming area of Galway known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 209 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near University of Galway?
The Dean Galway is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from University of Galway. Other good options within a short distance include The Snug Townhouse and The Galmont.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to University of Galway?
Expedia has 209 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Galway.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Galway, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to University of Galway.
What can I see and do near University of Galway?
Galway Cathedral, Lynch's Castle and Spanish Arch are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at Town Hall Theatre, Music for Galway Limited and Druid Theatre. Local parks like Millennium Children's Park and Playground, Merlin Woods Park and Rinville Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.