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CLAYTON HOTEL GALWAY, Galway – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Old Monivea Road, Ballybrit,
Galway,
Ireland,
Galway County
Rooms & Suites
Clayton Hotel Galway offers Deluxe Rooms with flat-screen TVs, work desks, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Interconnecting Family Rooms accommodate up to six people, with cots available on request. Executive Suites include balconies, marble bathrooms with underfloor heating, and rainforest showers. Accessible Rooms feature emergency assistance alarms and subtitled TVs.
Dining Options
Tribes Restaurant serves traditional Irish and international dishes, with a kids' corner for family dining. The Enclosure Bar & Bistro offers lunch specials, craft cocktails, and Irish whiskeys. Breakfast is served daily, with extended hours on weekends. Private dining and BBQ terrace options are available for events.
Leisure & Fitness
Guests have complimentary access to a 20m heated pool, sauna, and fitness suite with Technogym equipment. Family swim times run from 10am to 5pm daily. The gym offers personalized training programs, and spin classes are available. Swedish-style saunas are adults-only.
Location & Transport
The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Galway city center, near Galway Racecourse and Parkmore Business Park. Bus routes 409 and 401 connect to the city. Shannon Airport is 40 minutes away; Dublin Airport is 2 hours. Free onsite parking includes EV charging stations.
Events & Services
The ballroom hosts up to 800 guests, with hybrid event capabilities and AV support. Wedding packages include a dedicated planner and civil ceremony options. Business meetings use soundproof rooms with natural light. Laundry service operates Monday to Saturday, and high-speed Wi-Fi is free throughout.
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Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
Baggage storage
Locker room
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness center
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Business
Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Indoor swimming pool
Live entertainment
Sauna
Steam room
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
Old Monivea Road, Ballybrit,
Galway,
Ireland,
Galway County
Map view
street view
Old Monivea Road, Ballybrit,
Galway,
Ireland,
Galway County
City landmarks
Race track
Galway Racecourse
1.0
mi
Parks
Eyre Square
2.8
mi
Galway Mosque
2400 ft
Ballybrit Castle
2200 ft
Galway Race Week
2700 ft
galway racehorse
2900 ft
Mountain of Fire & Miracles Ministry
3700 ft
Rosshill Par 3 Golf Course
1.2
mi
Saint Brigid's
3700 ft
Redeemed Christian Church of God
3700 ft
Word Alive Bible Ministry
3900 ft
Restoration Ministry Church In Ireland
4200 ft
New Life Centre
4400 ft
Parks
Merlin Woods Park
2.2
mi
Art Essence Ltd
1.0
mi
Saint Columba's Church
1.0
mi
Souterrain
1.1
mi
Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre
1.6
mi
Long Meadow Facing Galway Bay
The Long Walk
1.1
mi
Lighthouse Assembly Holy Ghost Love Centre
1.1
mi
Calvary Pentecostal Ministries
1.1
mi
Merlin Woods
Merlinpark Castle
1.5
mi
Royal Tara China Visitor Centre
1.6
mi
Good Shepherd Parish
1.2
mi
Christ Embassy Galway
1.2
mi
Church
Galway Cathedral
3.1
mi
Church
Galway Seventh Day Adventist Church
1.2
mi
Galway City Centre
Quay Street
3.1
mi
7th Day Adventist Church
1.3
mi
Cooper's Hill Livery
1.3
mi
Nearby
Restoration Ministry Church In Ireland
400 ft
Restaurants
Meubles Cafe Galway
4500 ft
Unit 23
Enclosure Bar & Bistro
1800 ft
Old Monivea Road Clayton Hotel
The Little Bakehouse
1800 ft
Monivea
The Happy Loaf Bakery
3200 ft
St. Nicholas Market
Madison's Gourmet Bar & Restaurant
5200 ft
Castlegate
Jack Jordans
3800 ft
Restaurant
O'Hehirs Bakery Cafe
1.0
mi
Monivea Road Briarhill Shopping Centre
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
84%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Clean
Convenient
Poor service
Limited dining
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.7
Location
7.0
Service
5.9
Dining
6.5
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 17 reviews
4/5
based on 2759 reviews
7.8
7.8/10 based on 4094 reviews
#13 of 48 hotels in Galway based on Tripadvisor
Paul
United States of America,
April
2024
5.6/10
The hotel is conveniently located outside the city center, opposite a Dunnes store, in a lovely quiet area. The rooms are clean and comfortable with great facilities, including a walk-in shower. However, the service was lacking, especially from the receptionist. The dining options were limited, and the scrambled eggs served on ordinary sourdough bread were underwhelming.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms on level 3 facing a motorway, while clean and comfortable, suffered from poor soundproofed French windows.
Service
5.0
The service was disappointing, with inexperienced staff and forgetful waiting staff. The receptionist provided some care, but overall, it was not satisfactory.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location is very close to the race track and central to all amenities in the area, but navigating the busy roads to reach the town center may be a hassle.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was subpar, with limited options and forgetful service. The scrambled eggs on ordinary sourdough bread were not impressive.
Facilities
6.0
Clean
Poor service
Robert
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.0/10
The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with lovely views, but service can be slow and inexperienced. It is located in a quiet area near the racecourse, although slightly outside the city center. The dining experience is good overall with delicious porridge but lacks complimentary tea. The facilities are satisfactory, with some room for improvement.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are clean and comfortable with lovely views.
Service
6.0
Service can be slow at times, and staff may seem inexperienced.
Location
7.0
The hotel is in a lovely quiet area near the racecourse but slightly outside the city center.
Dining
7.0
The dining offers delicious porridge but lacks complimentary tea.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities provided are satisfactory.
Dick
United States of America,
April
2024
6.0/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but the service was lacking. The location was convenient, but the dining options were disappointing.
Rooms
8.0
My room was clean and comfortable, providing a pleasant stay.
Service
5.0
Unfortunately, the service fell short of expectations. The staff seemed disorganized, and I had to follow up multiple times for basic requests.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was convenient, near the airport and with easy access to the city center.
Dining
5.0
I was disappointed with the dining experience, especially as a vegetarian. The breakfast options were limited, and the menu didn't cater well to my dietary preferences.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had basic facilities that served their purpose adequately, but nothing stood out as exceptional.
Patricia
United States of America,
January
2024
6.4/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While the rooms were comfortable and equipped with convenient amenities, the service left much to be desired with forgetful waiting staff. The location was practical with a nearby store but not centrally located. The dining options were hit and miss, with some tasty dishes but also some misses. The facilities were decent overall.
Rooms
8.0
I found the rooms to be comfortable and well-equipped with a swivel TV, controllable air conditioning, two beds, and breakfast included.
Service
5.0
The service was a bit disappointing overall, with forgetful waiting staff, but the receptionist was helpful. Room service and bar service were not as attentive as expected.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location was practical, opposite a Dunnes store for convenience, but not centrally located, which affected accessibility to the town center.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its ups and downs, with some delicious dishes but also some disappointments. The service was slow and inconsistent but the porridge was tasty.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were decent, offering essential services, but nothing particularly outstanding was noted.
breakfast included
forgetful waiting staff
Alan
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located opposite a Dunnes store, making it handy for guests and close to the center of Galway. The rooms come with all amenities but are clogged with poorly soundproofed French windows facing a motorway. The customer service was a mix of lacking skills at the reception desk and going out of the way to assist with rides and mailing postcards. Dining offers delicious porridge for vegetarians but lacks variety for tea enthusiasts. The hotel facility is equipped with fresh bread rolls, providing a nice dining experience.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms come with all amenities but are clogged and poorly soundproofed.
Service
8.0
The customer service was a mix of lacking skills at the reception desk and going out of the way to assist guests.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located opposite a Dunnes store, making it handy for guests and close to the center of Galway.
Dining
7.0
The dining offers delicious porridge for vegetarians but lacks variety for tea enthusiasts.
Facilities
The hotel's facility is equipped with fresh bread rolls, providing a nice dining experience.
Pamela
United Kingdom,
November
2023
6.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were not as clean as I would have liked, but the bed was incredibly comfortable, and the gesture of having chocolates for our anniversary was a lovely touch. The private balcony was a definite highlight. However, the service left much to be desired, with a lack of experience being evident among the staff, especially at the reception. Despite being in a lovely quiet area and close to some amenities, the location had its drawbacks, including difficulty getting staff attention in the restaurant. Dining was a hit and miss, with some tasty options but not consistent quality. Overall, a stay with its ups and downs.
Rooms
7.0
The room was not as clean as expected, but the bed was very comfortable and the chocolates for our anniversary were a nice touch. The private balcony added a special touch to our stay.
Service
5.0
The service fell short of expectations, with staff being hard to find when needed, and displaying a lack of experience. The service at the reception was particularly disappointing.
Location
6.0
Despite being in a lovely quiet area and near convenient places like the Dunnes store, the difficulty in getting attention of staff made the location less appealing.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its highlights like the delicious porridge, but was inconsistent overall. The scrambled eggs on sourdough bread were ordinary. Limited options for breakfast.
Facilities
John
United Kingdom,
November
2023
7.4/10
The hotel is situated in a quiet area outside the city centre, offering a comfortable stay with clean facilities and a great selection of channels in the rooms. The service was exceptional, with staff going out of their way to assist and ensure a pleasant experience. The location, while lovely and accessible, may be disappointing for those expecting to be closer to the center. The dining experience, although offering seasonal products, had some limitations. Overall, a value-for-money option with friendly service.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were comfortable and clean, with a nice selection of channels.
Service
9.0
The staff provided excellent service, going above and beyond to assist guests.
Location
7.0
The hotel is nicely located in a quiet area outside the city center, making it accessible to various amenities.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience offered seasonal products, but there were some limitations in options.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were well-maintained and comfortable.
James
United Kingdom,
November
2023
8.0/10
The hotel is located in a lovely quiet area, offering clean and comfortable facilities. While the service was slow at times, there were standout staff members like the lovely girl at the pool. The dining experience was pleasant, especially for vegetarians. However, being outside the city center may not suit all travelers.
Rooms
9.0
The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with facilities for customers with disabilities.
Service
7.0
Although the service was slow at times, some staff members like the lovely girl at the pool stood out.
Location
8.0
Located in a lovely quiet area outside the city center, and near a shopping center.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was pleasant, especially for vegetarians.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a good range of facilities to enhance the stay.
Fiona
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.2/10
The hotel is situated in a lovely quiet area and is very accessible due to its proximity to the dual carriageway. The rooms offer a great selection of channels, with very comfortable beds and a clean, comfortable setting with two beds. The service provided ranges from cleaners to waiting staff and receptionists, although some staff members lack enthusiasm. The location is convenient, being close to the roundabout leading to the main road for Dublin. The dining menu offers delicious porridge and Asian dishes but lacks options for vegetarians. The facilities are well-maintained and provide essential services.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are clean, comfortable, and offer a variety of TV channels.
Service
6.0
The staff members, from cleaners to receptionists, provide varying levels of service, with room for improvement in enthusiasm.
Location
7.0
The hotel is located in a lovely quiet area, close to the roundabout for easy access to the main road to Dublin.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offers delicious porridge and Asian dishes, but lacks sufficient vegetarian options.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are well-maintained and adequately cater to guests' needs.
Robert
United States of America,
August
2023
7.6/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with immaculate rooms, but the service was a bit lacking. The location was convenient, though not in the city center. Dining options were satisfactory, and the facilities were decent overall.
Rooms
9.0
My room was spotless and cozy with a walk-in shower. The bed was especially comfortable.
Service
7.0
The service was a bit hit and miss except for the receptionist who was helpful. The waiting staff seemed a bit forgetful.
Location
7.0
The hotel's position was outside the city center, but there was a handy Dunnes store across the street.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was alright, with options for vegetarians, but nothing extraordinary.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered basic facilities, nothing exceptional but satisfactory for a comfortable stay.
Clement
United Kingdom,
August
2023
6.4/10
The hotel is in a convenient spot, located opposite a Dunnes store and not far from the center of Galway. The rooms offer a lovely view but some maintenance issues like a clogged walk-in shower. The service, although the receptionist was helpful, could be inconsistent with forgetful waiting staff. The dining experience lacks variety, especially for vegetarians. Overall, the location is practical, but some aspects need improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms provide a lovely view but had maintenance issues like a clogged walk-in shower.
Service
6.0
The service was inconsistent, with some friendly staff but others being forgetful.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located opposite a Dunnes store and not far from the center of Galway.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience lacks variety, especially for vegetarians.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities need some improvement to match the standard expected.
Convenient location
Inconsistent service
Esther
United States of America,
July
2023
6.6/10
I found the hotel in a lovely quiet area, conveniently located near the main motorways and the Galway clinic, yet a bit disappointed that it was quite far from the city center. The rooms were comfortable with a good selection of channels, but the bathroom for customers with disabilities was clogged. Overall, a mixed experience with some great aspects and some drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfortable with a good selection of channels, but the bathroom for customers with disabilities was clogged.
Service
5.0
The receptionist and the bar staff were quite aloof and slow in service, which was disappointing. However, room service and housekeeping were satisfactory.
Location
6.0
Nestled in a lovely quiet area near the main motorways and the Galway clinic. However, quite a distance from the city center.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was pleasant overall with delicious porridge, but the tea was disappointing. Suitable for vegetarians with some good options.
Facilities
7.0
Could benefit from more specifics.
Dan
United Kingdom,
July
2023
6.8/10
The hotel is in a lovely quiet area opposite a Dunnes store which is handy. The rooms have large, comfortable beds and a walk-in shower, making them very comfortable. The service was hard to find when needed, giving a feeling of inexperience. The location, although outside the city center, is convenient for reaching attractions like the Cliffs of Moher. The dining experience was good overall, with delicious porridge served. The facilities are decent, providing what is needed during the stay.
Rooms
8.0
I loved the large, comfortable beds and walk-in shower in the room.
Service
5.0
The service was a bit hard to find when needed, and the staff seemed inexperienced.
Location
7.0
The hotel is in a lovely quiet area opposite a Dunnes store, which is convenient.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered delicious porridge, which was enjoyable.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities provided everything necessary for a comfortable stay.
Elizabeth
United Kingdom,
June
2023
7.0/10
The hotel is conveniently located outside the city center, opposite a Dunnes store, making it handy for quick access to Galway. The rooms offer a walk-in shower and good amenities but are poorly soundproofed facing a motorway. The service was mixed, with some staff going out of their way to assist, while others were forgetful. The dining experience included delicious porridge but lacked options for vegetarians. Overall, the hotel provides a decent stay with some highs and lows.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms feature a walk-in shower and good amenities, but the soundproofing is poor due to the French windows facing a motorway.
Service
6.0
The service was mixed, with certain staff members being very helpful and accommodating, but others were forgetful and unattentive.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is outside the city center, opposite a Dunnes store, which offers convenience for accessing Galway quickly.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had delicious porridge but lacked sufficient options for vegetarians.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provides basic facilities for a comfortable stay.
Mike
United Kingdom,
May
2023
6.8/10
The hotel offers comfortable rooms with controllable air conditioning but could improve soundproofing from the motorway. The service, despite inconsistencies, had a friendly receptionist. The location is convenient for shoppers due to the proximity to a store but may disappoint those seeking a central setting. The dining options, especially for vegetarians, were satisfactory. Overall, a decent stay but with some room for enhancement.
Rooms
7.0
The room was clean and comfortable but poorly soundproofed, facing a motorway.
Service
6.0
The service was inconsistent, with a few standout friendly staff members but overall lacking experience.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location opposite a Dunnes store is convenient for shoppers but a bit far from the main city center.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory, especially for vegetarians.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers standard facilities for a comfortable stay.