The House Hotel Galway

The House Hotel

Hotel The House Hotel 4 class

Galway, Spanish Parade

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In Galway’s historic Latin Quarter, The House is an elegant, 4-star hotel just off Quay Square and the Spanish Arch. It offers air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and cocktail bar.

Set in an old stone building, The House Hotel has unique art deco interiors and modern facilities. Rooms are all individually decorated and feature soundproofed windows, flat-screen satellite TVs and laptop safes.

The elegant House Bistro has leather and cane seating and serves fresh, modern Irish food. Guests can dine al fresco on the terrace or enjoy a classic cocktail in stylish surroundings at The House Cocktail Bar.

Located in the centre of Galway, The House is a 10-minute walk from Galway Cathedral and the National University of Ireland. Numerous independent boutique shops are located nearby, and Salthill and its promenade are just 15 minutes’ walk away.

Rooms: 40
Rate: 69 - 1149 EUR


Hotel information

The House hotel, a luxury boutique hotel in Galway, serves as the ideal “home away from home,” with its cosy atmosphere, chic style, quality facilities and personalised service. This brand new hotel integrates the classic elegance of an old stone building with eclectic interiors and modern amenities. Experience this unique hotel, which is warm and welcoming, contemporary and intimate. We take care of you like a house guest rather than a visitor, giving personal attention to your needs.

Our 40 bedroomed plush hotel has exceptional features, including a fine restaurant, a well-stocked bar, complimentary wi-fi internet access, concierge and other facilities you would expect of a top-quality hotel.


Located on the 2nd floor of this business hotel in Galway city centre, The Den meeting room can offer you a boardroom for 8 people that includes LCD projector, plasma screen, conference telephone, flip chart and pens.

Meet your friends, family or business colleagues in
• The Relax lounge
• Parlour bar & grill
• Outback terrace
• the Den meeting room

All are perfect for intimate parties, corporate events, business meetings, and get-togethers with friends.

Hotel Facilities

General:   Parking, Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Soundproofed Rooms, Heating, Design Hotel, Luggage Storage, Gay Friendly, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Air Conditioning
Activities:   Golf Course (within 3 km), Library, BBQ Facilities, Horse Riding
Services:   Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, VIP Room Facilities, Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Currency Exchange, Shoe Shine, Packed Lunches, Fax/Photocopying, Ticket Service, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included

Room information

Modern and contemporary in style, the bedrooms contain the best of cutting-edge design and classic furniture. Our aim was to give every room a “soul,” with no two rooms alike. Each room is uniquely designed with careful attention to fine details and exquisite touches, anticipating your wishes. Distinctive traces that will remain with you, creating an intimate and personal ambience.

Our rooms are designed not only with style in mind, but also provide the lavish comfort and practicalities you need when travelling for business or pleasure in Galway. The guestrooms feature a variety of amenities and equipment, including a private bathroom with rain-dance showerhead, comfy bathrobe and slippers, LCD flat screen TV, 15 satellite channels, air conditioning, in-room laptop safe, hairdryer, wi-fi internet access, sound proof windows, and direct dial phones with voicemail. Luxurious fluffy duvets and pillows with crisp white linen will ensure you have the perfect night’s sleep, as refreshing as in your own bedroom

Food & beverage

The House hotel is one of the premier Galway city centre hotels and restaurants that offers exceptional dining and wining options, including a well-stocked bar and dining facilities which flow onto an outdoor deck. We specialise in serving premium quality modern international cuisine, with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal produce. Galway Bay Oysters, Atlantic Crab and salmon cakes, are just a sample of the diverse range of dishes on offer at the House hotel.

You can enjoy our cuisine in various settings. Our inviting restaurant evokes a country kitchen, with its mixture of country pieces, natural oak wood, province style tables and comfortable seating in leather and cane. You will want to linger here over a delectable meal, relishing the food as well as the tasteful surroundings. The hotel's casually elegant bar is the perfect place to unwind and socialise at the end of a busy day, with a glass of champagne or the House cocktail. If you prefer a more informal setting, try the Relax Lounge where you can eat leisurely, basking in its restful and snug interior. Or you might desire the intimate mood and privacy of dining in the garden, which holds just a few tables, and has a soothing running water feature and quaint cobble-stones. Whatever option you choose, you will savour the quality cuisine at the House hotel, located in the heart of Galway city centre.

Area information

The House hotel is located in the heart of Galway city centre, near heritage sites, shops, theatres, museums, galleries, bars and restaurants. Explore the attractions of exciting Galway while basing yourself at the House. You will relish your stay, and want to keep returning to the hotel’s luxurious, stylish and intimate atmosphere

Travel information

By Car (from Shannon):
- At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto the R472.
- At Shannon Town Roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto the N19 (signposted Galway, Limerick).
- At the roundabout, take the 1st exit, then merge onto the N18 (signposted Galway, Ennis).
- At Dromoland Interchange, branch left (signposted Quin, Ballygirreen), then at the roundabout, take the 3rd exit, then turn left onto the N18 (signposted Ennis, Galway).
- Continue forward onto the N18, entering Ennis.
- At the mini-roundabout, continue forward onto Limerick Road - N18 (signposted All Routes).
- At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Limerick Road - N18 (signposted Galway).
- At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Sandfield Park - N18 (signposted Galway).
- At the mini-roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Gort Road - N18 (signposted Galway).
- Continue forward onto the N18, entering Crusheen.
- Continue forward onto Ennis Road - N18, entering Gort.
- Continue forward onto the N18, entering Ardrahan.
- Continue forward onto the N18, entering Kilcolgan.
- Bear right onto the N18, entering Clarinbridge.
- At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto the N6 (signposted Galway).
- At the following roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto the N6 again (signposted Galway).
- At Martin Roundabout, take the 1st exit onto the R338 (signposted Galway City East).
- Continue forward onto Dublin Road - R921.
- Continue forward onto Dublin Road - R338, entering Galway.
- At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Dublin Road - R338 (signposted City Centre).
- At French Roundabout, take the 1st exit onto College Road - R339 (signposted City Centre).
- Continue forward onto Forster Street - R339.
- Continue forward onto Eyre Square - R336 and arrive at Galway.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   15:00
Check Out:   07:00-11:30
Cancellation Policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: 13.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet: Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Meal Plan: Breakfast is included in the room rate.
Dinner costs EUR 25 per person per night.

Parking: Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges are applicable.

Pets: Pets are not allowed.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, Euro/Mastercard, Maestro, Switch, Visa
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