The Connacht Hotel (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is The Connacht Hotel?
What makes it 92% Kids-Friendly: Kids’ club for ages 3-12, children’s pool, arcade room and bunk-bed family rooms equal fun and sleep space; Doughiska playground 5 min walk; free parking simplifies Galway excursions.
Good match for:
- Fitness Fans: Complimentary access to a pool, gym, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi for your wellness routine.
- Independent Explorers: Free parking and taxi booking services let you discover Galway and the Wild Atlantic Way.
Things to keep in mind:
- Walkers wanting central Galway on foot: The hotel is a 23-minute walk (5-minute drive) from Eyre Square and Quay Street.
What is so special about The Connacht Hotel for with kids?
- Complimentary access to a heated pool, gym, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi
- Free high-speed Wi-Fi and self-parking on-site
- Ruebens Restaurant and Bar Solo serve local dishes and cocktails on-site
- 5-minute drive to Eyre Square, Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and Quay Street
- Wheelchair-accessible rooms and public areas
Transport & Nearby Access
Bus Eireann: 940m (12 min walk)
City buses to Eyre Square, Salthill and Galway Cathedral.
Galway Train Station: 2.3 km (6 min drive)
Trains to Dublin Heuston and regional services.
Kids-Friendly Activities around The Connacht Hotel
Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre: 0.2 km (3 min walk)
Displays of traditional crystal glassware and live glass-blowing demonstrations.
Tip: Join the complimentary guided tour at 11 AM daily.
Eyre Square: 1.9 km (5 min drive)
Historic public square surrounded by shops, cafés and nightlife.
Tip: Catch the Galway Explorer bus tour from here for a city overview.
Kids-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in The Connacht Hotel:
Indoor swimming pool:
20 m heated pool free for guests in Active 24 Fitness & Leisure.
Gym:
24-hour fitness centre with cardio and weight machines.
Sauna, steam room & jacuzzi:
Complimentary wellness area adjacent to the pool.
Wi-Fi:
Free high-speed Internet in rooms and public areas.
Public parking:
Free self-parking on-site.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Ruebens Restaurant & Bar Solo:
Local menus and cocktails from €15; open daily.
Breakfast set menu:
Full menu served 7:00 AM–10:30 AM, €13.50 per adult.
Dry cleaning & laundry:
Available on request for an extra charge.
Accessibility at The Connacht Hotel:
All public areas, including the lobby, restaurant and leisure centre, are wheelchair accessible; elevators serve every floor.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Hit the leisure centre at off-peak hours: Visit the pool and gym before 10 AM or after 8 PM to avoid crowds.
- Prebook a taxi for evenings out: Use the 24-hour front desk to arrange rides to Quay Street and beyond.
- Sample local seafood: Walk to Quay Street (2 km) for Galway Bay oysters and Claddagh seafood bars.
- Use free parking: If you plan day trips on the Wild Atlantic Way, the hotel’s lot saves you city fees.
Reviews of The Connacht Hotel
Johnny Quest (Unfiltered honesty)
Fantastic stay. Rooms were lovely and great value. The nights were a little bit too warm but that can be solved in fun ways. The restaurant was tasty and staff in all areas of the hotel were excellent. Location is just a tad bit out of the city. But 12-15 euro a trip will get you in. Times that by twice a day and then 5 days. It added up. Yes, there are bus services. But standing in the pouring ra...
Fred Rainert
On arrival parking was easy and no long walks to reception, the staff from start to finish were engaging, friendly and well versed in their product knowledge (so very rare these days). The bedroom (1084) was a ground floor family room and was well equipped, very clean and spacious. The main bed was extremely comfortable and the children loved the bunk beds. My wife and children loved the pool (I t...
Orla Rainert
Thank you Connacht Hotel for a fab two days at your establishment. We were really happy with everything, the family room was so well designed and compact, super clean and it had everything we needed, the bunk beds were super strong, our boys were happy out. I had a most comfortable sleep and really found it hard to get up the next day! We hit the pool when we arrived down, it was great fun. Met ot...
Tom Baka
I recently stayed at The Connacht Hotel in Galway for work and had another fantastic experience. I arrived quite late in the evening, at the same time as a full bus of group travellers, yet the check-in process was quick, smooth, and friendly – a testament to how well the staff handle busy moments. This time, I stayed in Wing D for the first time, which is conveniently in the same building as the...
Katie Semler
This hotel was recommended to me by a good friend and I am so glad I went!! The thing that really made our stay was the staff, from check in to dinner and everyone who was working at the Kid's Club, they were all so lovely! The hotel is incredibly child friendly, my daughter had such a wonderful time at all the kid's activities and she absolutely cannot wait to go back! Great location, great food ...
Map of The Connacht Hotel
Address: Old Dublin Rd, Galway, H91 K5DD, Ireland
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How to get to The Connacht Hotel:
From Galway Bus Station, walk 940m (12 min walk) or take a 6-min taxi to the hotel. Free self-parking is available on-site if you drive.
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