Glenlo Abbey Hotel
$560
/ night
Avg. for September
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$560
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Glenlo Abbey Hotel average $328 in November, the cheapest month, and $948 in May, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $329 |
| February | $375 |
| March | $365 |
| April | $448 |
| May | $948 |
| June | $556 |
| July | $641 |
| August | $640 |
| September | $560 |
| October | $413 |
| November | $328 |
| December | $351 |
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About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a golf course or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcha...
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a golf course or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite at The River Room, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary newspapers.
Location
With a stay at Glenlo Abbey Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Galway, within a 10-minute drive of Eyre Square and Glenlo Abbey Hotel Golf Course. This family-friendly hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from University of Galway and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Music for Galway Limited.
What's nearby
Glenlo Abbey Hotel Golf Course(0.1 miles)
University of Galway(1.8 miles)
Music for Galway Limited(2.2 miles)
Yew Tree Maze(2.4 miles)
University Hospital Galway(2.6 miles)
Millennium Children's Park and Playground(2.7 miles)
Salmon Weir(2.7 miles)
St Joseph's Church(2.8 miles)
Galway Cathedral(2.8 miles)
Town Hall Theatre(2.9 miles)
St. Francis Abbey(2.9 miles)
Galway Shopping Center(3 miles)
Planet Entertainment Centre(3 miles)
Galway Arts Centre(3 miles)
Lynch's Castle(3.1 miles)
The nearest major airport is Shannon Airport (SNN)(60.8 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Room Service
Valet Parking
Tour Desk
Dry Cleaning
Location
Bushypark, Kentfield, Galway, Ireland
Glenlo Abbey Hotel Golf Course (0.1 miles)
University of Galway (1.8 miles)
Music for Galway Limited (2.2 miles)
Yew Tree Maze (2.4 miles)
University Hospital Galway (2.6 miles)
Millennium Children's Park and Playground (2.7 miles)
Guest reviews
9.1
Superb
Based on 1,759 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
4%
Couple
63%
Family
17%
Group
12%
Solo
1%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Glenlo Abbey Hotel, reviewers consistently praise the beautiful grounds, comfortable rooms, and especially warm, attentive staff, while also noting on‑site activities and thoughtful touches, alongside some service lapses, dated elements, and occasional value concerns.
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What guests think
At Glenlo Abbey Hotel, reviewers consistently praise the beautiful grounds, comfortable rooms, and especially warm, attentive staff, while also noting on‑site activities and thoughtful touches, alongside some service lapses, dated elements, and occasional value concerns.
The location feels tranquil and countryside-like yet is a short drive or taxi from Galway’s center. Dining ranges from memorable special-occasion meals to casual options; many enjoyed it, though prices are high and breakfast service can be inconsistent. Facilities include a golf course, cinema and falconry, with ample parking and EV charging; some guests missed a pool or fuller spa and reported occasional wear. Expect a refined, quiet stay with standout surroundings and thoughtful touches, plus occasional hiccups.
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Facilities
Standouts include the golf course, private cinema, falconry, and easy parking; EV charging was available. A few guests wished for more spa or thermal facilities and mentioned minor wear.
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Nicole
Apr 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
From the moment we arrived until we checked out the staff were top notch. The evening movie was a nice touch. The falconry experience with Jason a highlight.
From the moment we arrived until we checked out the staff were top notch. The evening movie was a nice touch. The falconry experience with Jason a highlight.
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Bobby
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We highly recommend The Falconry Experience. A bike ride down to the river/ferry. Movie night in the theater. The staff is simply lovely people.
We highly recommend The Falconry Experience. A bike ride down to the river/ferry. Movie night in the theater. The staff is simply lovely people.
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Liz
Aug 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful hotel and property. Amazing food and excellent service. The golf course was incredible as well.
Beautiful hotel and property. Amazing food and excellent service. The golf course was incredible as well.
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Sue
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff is very attentive and helpful. The bartender was amazing. We just needed 2 more of him as the lounge was under staffed. Beautiful location just 2 miles from downtown. I wish it had a pool and had upgraded walk in showers. The breakfast was amazing. Also Pullman Restaurant is a flash back to days gone by. Dont miss it....it is remarkable.
The staff is very attentive and helpful. The bartender was amazing. We just needed 2 more of him as the lounge was under staffed. Beautiful location just 2 miles from downtown. I wish it had a pool and had upgraded walk in showers. The breakfast was amazing. Also Pullman Restaurant is a flash back to days gone by. Dont miss it....it is remarkable.
10
Jeannine
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Most amazing place to stay and the staff are so amazing! They have a movie theater in here as well! You won’t regret your stay!
Most amazing place to stay and the staff are so amazing! They have a movie theater in here as well! You won’t regret your stay!
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Suzanne
Mar 5, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful hotel, very friendly staff and a beautiful location. Appreciated the hot whiskeys at the bar to help with my cold. Lots of parking and no issues with the EV charging. Will return!!!
Wonderful hotel, very friendly staff and a beautiful location. Appreciated the hot whiskeys at the bar to help with my cold. Lots of parking and no issues with the EV charging. Will return!!!
10
Andrew
Oct 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
An absolute gem of a property. Beautiful, well appointed rooms with decadent bedding. Friendly service across the board. Quick room service and outstanding facilities. We’d be happy to have stayed for a week. Be aware that the location has relatively heavy traffic for Ireland, so plan some extra time coming and going, but once you’re on the property you feel a million miles away.
An absolute gem of a property. Beautiful, well appointed rooms with decadent bedding. Friendly service across the board. Quick room service and outstanding facilities. We’d be happy to have stayed for a week. Be aware that the location has relatively heavy traffic for Ireland, so plan some extra time coming and going, but once you’re on the property you feel a million miles away.
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Simon
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Service was excellent and the location with the golf course and the lake beyond was wonderful. Breakfast was also the best all holiday. Staff were all brilliant. Enough said!
Service was excellent and the location with the golf course and the lake beyond was wonderful. Breakfast was also the best all holiday. Staff were all brilliant. Enough said!
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Amanda
Mar 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Quite possibly the best place to stay on earth! I wish I would have stayed several more nights (or forever!) Afternoon Tea, a trip to the spa & dinner on the Pullman made it even better! Can’t wait to visit again next year!
Quite possibly the best place to stay on earth! I wish I would have stayed several more nights (or forever!) Afternoon Tea, a trip to the spa & dinner on the Pullman made it even better! Can’t wait to visit again next year!
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Shawn
Apr 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing property with spectacular views. Everyone was friendly and helpful. And it was great fun to watch a movie in their own private theater.
Amazing property with spectacular views. Everyone was friendly and helpful. And it was great fun to watch a movie in their own private theater.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are often described as very clean and well kept. A few reports noted missed bathroom cleaning, musty odors, or small maintenance issues.
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Carole
Feb 17, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent warm welcome. Staff so gracious and helpfull with any request plus offering fantastic ideas for our days out. Massage amazing for the day we stayed local. Room clean and always well kept with a night time treat at turn down. Food fantastic and did not want to leave :) Loved every minute
Excellent warm welcome. Staff so gracious and helpfull with any request plus offering fantastic ideas for our days out. Massage amazing for the day we stayed local. Room clean and always well kept with a night time treat at turn down. Food fantastic and did not want to leave :) Loved every minute
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Luis Alejandro
Sep 8, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Instalaciones muy agradables, pero en general el servicio no muy bueno. Un día ni siquiera el baño limpiaron. Tuve que insistir varias veces para que ya entrada la noche lo hicieran.
Instalaciones muy agradables, pero en general el servicio no muy bueno. Un día ni siquiera el baño limpiaron. Tuve que insistir varias veces para que ya entrada la noche lo hicieran.
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Kevin
Aug 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
One of the nicest hotels I have stayed in. Execellent food! Clean comfortable rooms. Incredible staff. Can't wait to get back.
One of the nicest hotels I have stayed in. Execellent food! Clean comfortable rooms. Incredible staff. Can't wait to get back.
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Luiza
Dec 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room is impeccable clean, with everything mentioned in the advertising in place.
The room is impeccable clean, with everything mentioned in the advertising in place.
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Michael
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property. Room was immaculate and well appointed. Staff seemed uninterested and dismissive. Never felt welcomed
Beautiful property. Room was immaculate and well appointed. Staff seemed uninterested and dismissive. Never felt welcomed
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Sophie
Dec 12, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
This was our second stay at Glenlo Abbey - we loved it last December as it's so festive and welcoming. The staff couldn't be more helpful, the beds are super comfy and the beautifully decorated trees and roaring fires, delicious cocktails make for a very Christmassy break. The only downsides this time we'd report were the door handle was a bit dodgy and the queue for breakfast was over 20 minutes on Sunday morning.
This was our second stay at Glenlo Abbey - we loved it last December as it's so festive and welcoming. The staff couldn't be more helpful, the beds are super comfy and the beautifully decorated trees and roaring fires, delicious cocktails make for a very Christmassy break. The only downsides this time we'd report were the door handle was a bit dodgy and the queue for breakfast was over 20 minutes on Sunday morning.
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Shelly
Apr 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The service and room fell short of expectations though the grounds are spectacular. The dining options are good, but not standout. The room had a musty smell and lacked control over temperature. The service was average. The grounds were gorgeous and the falconry was a fun and wonderful highlight of our stay.
The service and room fell short of expectations though the grounds are spectacular. The dining options are good, but not standout. The room had a musty smell and lacked control over temperature. The service was average. The grounds were gorgeous and the falconry was a fun and wonderful highlight of our stay.
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Christopher
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was amazing. The beds so comfortable. The room very clean. Highly recommend.
The staff was amazing. The beds so comfortable. The room very clean. Highly recommend.
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Natalie
Nov 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Our stay at Glenlo was fantastic. Service was excellent, breakfast was great, the room was clean, the entire staff were kind, helpful, and knowledgable. The hotel is also just outside of Galway, so you feel like you're in the countryside while still being a short trip to the city center. I would highly recommend Glenlo for anyone looking to book a stay in or around Galway.
Our stay at Glenlo was fantastic. Service was excellent, breakfast was great, the room was clean, the entire staff were kind, helpful, and knowledgable. The hotel is also just outside of Galway, so you feel like you're in the countryside while still being a short trip to the city center. I would highly recommend Glenlo for anyone looking to book a stay in or around Galway.
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Venkat
Jun 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very well maintained property Rooms were clean and well maintained, what you would imagine from an upscale property
Very well maintained property Rooms were clean and well maintained, what you would imagine from an upscale property
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Rooms
Rooms are widely praised as spacious, comfortable, and well appointed, with some enjoying golf or lake views and air conditioning. A minority mentioned dated elements, awkward layouts, or inconsistent temperature, particularly in some lodge or lower-category rooms.
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Jennifer
Sep 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely loved the location, the staff, the golf course, the breakfast and the quiet clean rooms.
Absolutely loved the location, the staff, the golf course, the breakfast and the quiet clean rooms.
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Laura
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a lovely property. The rooms are spacious and well designed. Bed was very comfortable. AC in rooms. Did have washcloths. The drinks in the lounge are expensive. $16-18 per drink, these only have 32 ml of alcohol in each drink so a double can add up. We did the preset meal at the restaurant on the property. It was just OK for the price of $90 pp. The bikes that are available to ride around the property need to be updated.
This is a lovely property. The rooms are spacious and well designed. Bed was very comfortable. AC in rooms. Did have washcloths. The drinks in the lounge are expensive. $16-18 per drink, these only have 32 ml of alcohol in each drink so a double can add up. We did the preset meal at the restaurant on the property. It was just OK for the price of $90 pp. The bikes that are available to ride around the property need to be updated.
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Peter
Dec 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
the stay generally okay, but a few areas could be improved. On arrival there was no valet service, and I was given incorrect information about EV charging. The junior suite was comfortable overall, though the room was quite warm while the bathroom was noticeably cold, and the furnishings felt a little tired rather than well-integrated. Some of the facilities also seemed a bit run down. Palmer’s Kitchen was convenient and the food was decent, but fairly basic (more burger-joint than a destination dining option).
the stay generally okay, but a few areas could be improved. On arrival there was no valet service, and I was given incorrect information about EV charging. The junior suite was comfortable overall, though the room was quite warm while the bathroom was noticeably cold, and the furnishings felt a little tired rather than well-integrated. Some of the facilities also seemed a bit run down. Palmer’s Kitchen was convenient and the food was decent, but fairly basic (more burger-joint than a destination dining option).
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Arthur
Aug 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
O hotel e a área externa são muito bonitos. O hotel é muito voltado para golfistas e atendimento é cordial, mas padronizado. O quarto que ficamos é confortável, mas com banheiro muito pequeno
O hotel e a área externa são muito bonitos. O hotel é muito voltado para golfistas e atendimento é cordial, mas padronizado. O quarto que ficamos é confortável, mas com banheiro muito pequeno
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Linda
Nov 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property, wonderful staff- we especially liked Michael, the man who greeted us upon arrival- he is a gem! Rooms were fabulous and beds were comfortable. Beautifully decorated hotel. Loved our stay here!
Beautiful property, wonderful staff- we especially liked Michael, the man who greeted us upon arrival- he is a gem! Rooms were fabulous and beds were comfortable. Beautifully decorated hotel. Loved our stay here!
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Jule
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a chaotic beginning, we arrived in a storm. But still, this is a 5 star property and expensive. We had to wait for our room, and then communication broke down and when our room was ready, no one told us. We were given bad directions (it was in the new lodge area of property) and in the rain and wind, we had to find our way. The lodge rooms are new and not properly outfitted for a 5 star property. No bath mat (bathroom floor slippery and cold), no robes, tea kettle hidden on top shelf of closet, no air circulation. We called for a fan, they said "right away", it never came. There was a wedding at the property so the bar and common areas were full of wedding guests, no place for hotel guests. First day was rough. Second day,
It was a chaotic beginning, we arrived in a storm. But still, this is a 5 star property and expensive. We had to wait for our room, and then communication broke down and when our room was ready, no one told us. We were given bad directions (it was in the new lodge area of property) and in the rain and wind, we had to find our way. The lodge rooms are new and not properly outfitted for a 5 star property. No bath mat (bathroom floor slippery and cold), no robes, tea kettle hidden on top shelf of closet, no air circulation. We called for a fan, they said "right away", it never came. There was a wedding at the property so the bar and common areas were full of wedding guests, no place for hotel guests. First day was rough. Second day,
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Gregory
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning grounds. Gorgeous rooms. 5 star breakfast, cozy Christmas decorations….we’ll be back!
Stunning grounds. Gorgeous rooms. 5 star breakfast, cozy Christmas decorations….we’ll be back!
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BEVERLEY
Jun 4, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a large property on a good of course a few miles out of town. It’s beautiful and quiet with large rooms and very attractive public spaces. Additionally the staff are friendly, outgoing, helpful and cannot do enough to make your visit comfortable. Dinner at the Pullman Restaurant - in train cars from the Orient Express was special and expensive but worth the splurge. The only negative was being charged 7 Euros for a bottle of tap water on top of many hundreds of euros for dinner.
This is a large property on a good of course a few miles out of town. It’s beautiful and quiet with large rooms and very attractive public spaces. Additionally the staff are friendly, outgoing, helpful and cannot do enough to make your visit comfortable. Dinner at the Pullman Restaurant - in train cars from the Orient Express was special and expensive but worth the splurge. The only negative was being charged 7 Euros for a bottle of tap water on top of many hundreds of euros for dinner.
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Shelly
Apr 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The service and room fell short of expectations though the grounds are spectacular. The dining options are good, but not standout. The room had a musty smell and lacked control over temperature. The service was average. The grounds were gorgeous and the falconry was a fun and wonderful highlight of our stay.
The service and room fell short of expectations though the grounds are spectacular. The dining options are good, but not standout. The room had a musty smell and lacked control over temperature. The service was average. The grounds were gorgeous and the falconry was a fun and wonderful highlight of our stay.
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Keith
Oct 10, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautifully appointed hotel overlooking Loch Corrib and in easy reach of central Galway. Very comfortable room and high quality bed and bedding, excellent bathroom with separate monsoon shower. Great bars and restaurant options including the Pulman which is a one off experience to savour.
Beautifully appointed hotel overlooking Loch Corrib and in easy reach of central Galway. Very comfortable room and high quality bed and bedding, excellent bathroom with separate monsoon shower. Great bars and restaurant options including the Pulman which is a one off experience to savour.
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Service
Service is frequently warm, attentive, and professional across the property, with porters, doormen, and lounge staff often singled out. Several guests experienced slow or inconsistent service, especially at breakfast and in the lounge, plus occasional miscommunication at check-in or with requests.
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Casey
Mar 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a wonderful day for our 10 year wedding anniversary. The staff was exceptionally friendly and kind and answered all of our questions. They made several suggestions around the surrounding areas.
We had a wonderful day for our 10 year wedding anniversary. The staff was exceptionally friendly and kind and answered all of our questions. They made several suggestions around the surrounding areas.
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Veronique
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
An excellent experience from the moment we arrived! Beautiful property, gorgeous room - this was, hands down, the best stay we had throughout our travels in Ireland. The staff were efficient and continuously helpful, and the icing on the cake was the unexpected room upgrade. Five stars all around.
An excellent experience from the moment we arrived! Beautiful property, gorgeous room - this was, hands down, the best stay we had throughout our travels in Ireland. The staff were efficient and continuously helpful, and the icing on the cake was the unexpected room upgrade. Five stars all around.
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David
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Poor customer service was experienced two days in a row in the breakfast dining room. Staff took my order for coffee two days in a row and then didn’t deliver it. Had to ask other staff a couple of times to please bring coffee. On day two my wife and I had the great fortune to get on a “wait list” for a table for breakfast. We waited 25 minutes to be seated. When it came time to check out I asked the front desk for a porter to get our bags. I waited for another 25 minutes while I watched others who had come after me receive their luggage. For the price of this supposedly five star resort I found the lack of good customer service quite disappointing. I, unfortunately, will not book another stay here.
Poor customer service was experienced two days in a row in the breakfast dining room. Staff took my order for coffee two days in a row and then didn’t deliver it. Had to ask other staff a couple of times to please bring coffee. On day two my wife and I had the great fortune to get on a “wait list” for a table for breakfast. We waited 25 minutes to be seated. When it came time to check out I asked the front desk for a porter to get our bags. I waited for another 25 minutes while I watched others who had come after me receive their luggage. For the price of this supposedly five star resort I found the lack of good customer service quite disappointing. I, unfortunately, will not book another stay here.
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Roland
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful grounds and hotel. Lots of staff on site Poor service though. No one could explain and show us how to get to our room. The extra room we had in the lodges wasn’t explained and was locked. Service at meals was long waits for service. Just very odd. Seems that focus on customer and training is the gap as facilities are stunning
Beautiful grounds and hotel. Lots of staff on site Poor service though. No one could explain and show us how to get to our room. The extra room we had in the lodges wasn’t explained and was locked. Service at meals was long waits for service. Just very odd. Seems that focus on customer and training is the gap as facilities are stunning
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Flavio
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great service, all the personal was amazing and the attention to detail was outstanding.
Great service, all the personal was amazing and the attention to detail was outstanding.
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Jule
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a chaotic beginning, we arrived in a storm. But still, this is a 5 star property and expensive. We had to wait for our room, and then communication broke down and when our room was ready, no one told us. We were given bad directions (it was in the new lodge area of property) and in the rain and wind, we had to find our way. The lodge rooms are new and not properly outfitted for a 5 star property. No bath mat (bathroom floor slippery and cold), no robes, tea kettle hidden on top shelf of closet, no air circulation. We called for a fan, they said "right away", it never came. There was a wedding at the property so the bar and common areas were full of wedding guests, no place for hotel guests. First day was rough. Second day,
It was a chaotic beginning, we arrived in a storm. But still, this is a 5 star property and expensive. We had to wait for our room, and then communication broke down and when our room was ready, no one told us. We were given bad directions (it was in the new lodge area of property) and in the rain and wind, we had to find our way. The lodge rooms are new and not properly outfitted for a 5 star property. No bath mat (bathroom floor slippery and cold), no robes, tea kettle hidden on top shelf of closet, no air circulation. We called for a fan, they said "right away", it never came. There was a wedding at the property so the bar and common areas were full of wedding guests, no place for hotel guests. First day was rough. Second day,
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Holly
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is beautiful and rooms are lovely. Only thing that could have made the stay is breakfast options and keeping buffet options filled as many options were empty bowls. (Yogurt, fruit, granola) there was also very limited staff for breakfast hours.
The property is beautiful and rooms are lovely. Only thing that could have made the stay is breakfast options and keeping buffet options filled as many options were empty bowls. (Yogurt, fruit, granola) there was also very limited staff for breakfast hours.
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Mr J G
Feb 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Simply beautiful and matched by excellent service from all staff members you encounter. We arrived late and welcomed with professionalism and warmth. Rooms, linens and fixtures fittings excellent. Bar and lounge just what you need after a long day. Leo knowledge and charm behind the cocktail bar second to none and the best negroni and setting in a very long time.
Simply beautiful and matched by excellent service from all staff members you encounter. We arrived late and welcomed with professionalism and warmth. Rooms, linens and fixtures fittings excellent. Bar and lounge just what you need after a long day. Leo knowledge and charm behind the cocktail bar second to none and the best negroni and setting in a very long time.
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Tom
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The doormen, especially Michael, were very helpful and insightful, as were the front desk staff. The grounds and the Abbey were beautiful. We will definitely stay here again, next trip to Galway.
The doormen, especially Michael, were very helpful and insightful, as were the front desk staff. The grounds and the Abbey were beautiful. We will definitely stay here again, next trip to Galway.
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Natalie
Nov 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Our stay at Glenlo was fantastic. Service was excellent, breakfast was great, the room was clean, the entire staff were kind, helpful, and knowledgable. The hotel is also just outside of Galway, so you feel like you're in the countryside while still being a short trip to the city center. I would highly recommend Glenlo for anyone looking to book a stay in or around Galway.
Our stay at Glenlo was fantastic. Service was excellent, breakfast was great, the room was clean, the entire staff were kind, helpful, and knowledgable. The hotel is also just outside of Galway, so you feel like you're in the countryside while still being a short trip to the city center. I would highly recommend Glenlo for anyone looking to book a stay in or around Galway.
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Location
Set just outside Galway, it feels tranquil and countryside-like, with a 10–15 minute drive or taxi to the city center and easy parking. Not walkable to town, and a few mentioned traffic or a less interesting immediate area.
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Lara
Oct 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Not in a very interesting area.Taxi 15 minutes to anny fun. Overall not worth the cost unless you golf.
Not in a very interesting area.Taxi 15 minutes to anny fun. Overall not worth the cost unless you golf.
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Jennifer
Sep 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely loved the location, the staff, the golf course, the breakfast and the quiet clean rooms.
Absolutely loved the location, the staff, the golf course, the breakfast and the quiet clean rooms.
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Karen
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful stay at Glenlo Abbey! The grounds and hotel are beautiful. We were upgraded to a one bedroom Lodge room. Access to the living room, kitchen and laundry were a bonus. The rooms were spacious and clean. The staff here are wonderful, friendly, informative and attentive. The Palmer restaurant is very nice and the food delicious. A ride into the city center of Galway was about ten minutes. We couldn’t have had a better stay.
Wonderful stay at Glenlo Abbey! The grounds and hotel are beautiful. We were upgraded to a one bedroom Lodge room. Access to the living room, kitchen and laundry were a bonus. The rooms were spacious and clean. The staff here are wonderful, friendly, informative and attentive. The Palmer restaurant is very nice and the food delicious. A ride into the city center of Galway was about ten minutes. We couldn’t have had a better stay.
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Rory
Oct 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful spot, about a 15 minute drive from anything else in Galway. Pricey!
Beautiful spot, about a 15 minute drive from anything else in Galway. Pricey!
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Henriette
Mar 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel. Staff very attentive. Large rooms well appointed. Amazing breakfast. Several dining options. Just know that it is not walkable distance from Galway city center, need to take taxi.
Lovely hotel. Staff very attentive. Large rooms well appointed. Amazing breakfast. Several dining options. Just know that it is not walkable distance from Galway city center, need to take taxi.
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Julie
Oct 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A stunning property with exceptional dining and a wonderful staff. I’ve stayed here twice and love it. It’s close enough to town but in a quieter more serene area.
A stunning property with exceptional dining and a wonderful staff. I’ve stayed here twice and love it. It’s close enough to town but in a quieter more serene area.
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Andrew
Oct 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
An absolute gem of a property. Beautiful, well appointed rooms with decadent bedding. Friendly service across the board. Quick room service and outstanding facilities. We’d be happy to have stayed for a week. Be aware that the location has relatively heavy traffic for Ireland, so plan some extra time coming and going, but once you’re on the property you feel a million miles away.
An absolute gem of a property. Beautiful, well appointed rooms with decadent bedding. Friendly service across the board. Quick room service and outstanding facilities. We’d be happy to have stayed for a week. Be aware that the location has relatively heavy traffic for Ireland, so plan some extra time coming and going, but once you’re on the property you feel a million miles away.
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Simon
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Service was excellent and the location with the golf course and the lake beyond was wonderful. Breakfast was also the best all holiday. Staff were all brilliant. Enough said!
Service was excellent and the location with the golf course and the lake beyond was wonderful. Breakfast was also the best all holiday. Staff were all brilliant. Enough said!
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Justin
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property is beautiful and the staff are friendly and helpful. Short cab ride into the city center.
The property is beautiful and the staff are friendly and helpful. Short cab ride into the city center.
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Natalie
Nov 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Our stay at Glenlo was fantastic. Service was excellent, breakfast was great, the room was clean, the entire staff were kind, helpful, and knowledgable. The hotel is also just outside of Galway, so you feel like you're in the countryside while still being a short trip to the city center. I would highly recommend Glenlo for anyone looking to book a stay in or around Galway.
Our stay at Glenlo was fantastic. Service was excellent, breakfast was great, the room was clean, the entire staff were kind, helpful, and knowledgable. The hotel is also just outside of Galway, so you feel like you're in the countryside while still being a short trip to the city center. I would highly recommend Glenlo for anyone looking to book a stay in or around Galway.
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Dining
Dining ranges from memorable special-occasion meals to casual options; many enjoyed the food, though prices can be high. Breakfast feedback varies from excellent to understocked or slow, and Palmer’s service was occasionally uneven.
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Andrew
Jan 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Maravilloso el hotel, todo el Personal muy atento, la cena increíble, el desayuno muy rico sin duda regresaremos al hotel. Lo único que necesitan tener en el restaurant salsa Tabasco plsss
Maravilloso el hotel, todo el Personal muy atento, la cena increíble, el desayuno muy rico sin duda regresaremos al hotel. Lo único que necesitan tener en el restaurant salsa Tabasco plsss
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Patricia
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Despite the rain, we loved our stay! Front desk, porters, and door man/concierge were super helpful and informative. Our room was lovely, spacious and quiet. Spendy but worth it. Close to town, we were treated like a Lord and Lady! The sitting rooms were gorgeous, perfect to read a book or sip a warm drink by the fire. The "Abbey" was custom built for one of the original ladies of the house who was an invalid. Now it is converted into a beautiful sitting room/game room with gothic touches. My favorite space. Wait staff in the restaurants needed more training - Dinner in the Palmer Kitchen (casual option) went an extra hour as the wait staff seemed to forget us after we ordered starters, and brought us other people's dishes on two occasions, ignored our neighbors. We had to ask for the check three times. Food was good, but needs better management, at least to train newer staff on dining service. Breakfast was generous and tasty, again, waitress never brought our toast after 2 requests. That dining room was elegant. There is also fine dining in the Pullman Restaurant (converted train cars) which I'm assuming has better service. We'll try on our next visit.
Despite the rain, we loved our stay! Front desk, porters, and door man/concierge were super helpful and informative. Our room was lovely, spacious and quiet. Spendy but worth it. Close to town, we were treated like a Lord and Lady! The sitting rooms were gorgeous, perfect to read a book or sip a warm drink by the fire. The "Abbey" was custom built for one of the original ladies of the house who was an invalid. Now it is converted into a beautiful sitting room/game room with gothic touches. My favorite space. Wait staff in the restaurants needed more training - Dinner in the Palmer Kitchen (casual option) went an extra hour as the wait staff seemed to forget us after we ordered starters, and brought us other people's dishes on two occasions, ignored our neighbors. We had to ask for the check three times. Food was good, but needs better management, at least to train newer staff on dining service. Breakfast was generous and tasty, again, waitress never brought our toast after 2 requests. That dining room was elegant. There is also fine dining in the Pullman Restaurant (converted train cars) which I'm assuming has better service. We'll try on our next visit.
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Laura
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a lovely property. The rooms are spacious and well designed. Bed was very comfortable. AC in rooms. Did have washcloths. The drinks in the lounge are expensive. $16-18 per drink, these only have 32 ml of alcohol in each drink so a double can add up. We did the preset meal at the restaurant on the property. It was just OK for the price of $90 pp. The bikes that are available to ride around the property need to be updated.
This is a lovely property. The rooms are spacious and well designed. Bed was very comfortable. AC in rooms. Did have washcloths. The drinks in the lounge are expensive. $16-18 per drink, these only have 32 ml of alcohol in each drink so a double can add up. We did the preset meal at the restaurant on the property. It was just OK for the price of $90 pp. The bikes that are available to ride around the property need to be updated.
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Níamh
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel is beautiful and staff are great. The Pullman was the highlight of our trip. The food is outstanding and the service even more so. Ian made our dining experience so memorable, he was personable, extremely knowledgeable and helpful. The staff in the hotel itself were also lovely and very friendly. Excellent experience.
Hotel is beautiful and staff are great. The Pullman was the highlight of our trip. The food is outstanding and the service even more so. Ian made our dining experience so memorable, he was personable, extremely knowledgeable and helpful. The staff in the hotel itself were also lovely and very friendly. Excellent experience.
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Sue
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff is very attentive and helpful. The bartender was amazing. We just needed 2 more of him as the lounge was under staffed. Beautiful location just 2 miles from downtown. I wish it had a pool and had upgraded walk in showers. The breakfast was amazing. Also Pullman Restaurant is a flash back to days gone by. Dont miss it....it is remarkable.
The staff is very attentive and helpful. The bartender was amazing. We just needed 2 more of him as the lounge was under staffed. Beautiful location just 2 miles from downtown. I wish it had a pool and had upgraded walk in showers. The breakfast was amazing. Also Pullman Restaurant is a flash back to days gone by. Dont miss it....it is remarkable.
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Holly
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is beautiful and rooms are lovely. Only thing that could have made the stay is breakfast options and keeping buffet options filled as many options were empty bowls. (Yogurt, fruit, granola) there was also very limited staff for breakfast hours.
The property is beautiful and rooms are lovely. Only thing that could have made the stay is breakfast options and keeping buffet options filled as many options were empty bowls. (Yogurt, fruit, granola) there was also very limited staff for breakfast hours.
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BEVERLEY
Jun 4, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a large property on a good of course a few miles out of town. It’s beautiful and quiet with large rooms and very attractive public spaces. Additionally the staff are friendly, outgoing, helpful and cannot do enough to make your visit comfortable. Dinner at the Pullman Restaurant - in train cars from the Orient Express was special and expensive but worth the splurge. The only negative was being charged 7 Euros for a bottle of tap water on top of many hundreds of euros for dinner.
This is a large property on a good of course a few miles out of town. It’s beautiful and quiet with large rooms and very attractive public spaces. Additionally the staff are friendly, outgoing, helpful and cannot do enough to make your visit comfortable. Dinner at the Pullman Restaurant - in train cars from the Orient Express was special and expensive but worth the splurge. The only negative was being charged 7 Euros for a bottle of tap water on top of many hundreds of euros for dinner.
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Sinead
Dec 25, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
My partner and I had a wonderful stay at Glenlo Abbey in the lead up to Christmas 2023. The hotel and its grounds are spectacular and in a brilliant location a short drive from the city centre. The hotel was decorated so beautifully for Christmas. The rooms are a fabulous size and so comfortable. Every member of staff that we engaged with was charming and helpful. Dinner in The Pullman Restaurant was a particular treat, as were cocktails while enjoying live piano in the residents bar. Our stay truly felt like a treat. The only constructive point of feedback I have would be regarding the breakfast, which we found to be disappointing. The menu was a little confusing (no offer of the standard Full Irish, for example), portions were quite small, we always had to ask for more toast, eggs were undercooked, and the continental offer was not quite as extensive or exciting as other five star hotels that we’ve experienced. The service at breakfast was as lovely as ever, however, and overall I would recommend this hotel for a special stay.
My partner and I had a wonderful stay at Glenlo Abbey in the lead up to Christmas 2023. The hotel and its grounds are spectacular and in a brilliant location a short drive from the city centre. The hotel was decorated so beautifully for Christmas. The rooms are a fabulous size and so comfortable. Every member of staff that we engaged with was charming and helpful. Dinner in The Pullman Restaurant was a particular treat, as were cocktails while enjoying live piano in the residents bar. Our stay truly felt like a treat. The only constructive point of feedback I have would be regarding the breakfast, which we found to be disappointing. The menu was a little confusing (no offer of the standard Full Irish, for example), portions were quite small, we always had to ask for more toast, eggs were undercooked, and the continental offer was not quite as extensive or exciting as other five star hotels that we’ve experienced. The service at breakfast was as lovely as ever, however, and overall I would recommend this hotel for a special stay.
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Alexander
Aug 7, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This place is way overpriced. Beautiful lobby and lounge area but that’s where it stops. Rooms are modern for the expectation of being old/grande. Eggs Benedict were cold, pancakes dry. We paid less for Cahernane house hotel in Killarney and enjoyed it 10 times more. Would not recommend due to the price
This place is way overpriced. Beautiful lobby and lounge area but that’s where it stops. Rooms are modern for the expectation of being old/grande. Eggs Benedict were cold, pancakes dry. We paid less for Cahernane house hotel in Killarney and enjoyed it 10 times more. Would not recommend due to the price
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Jonathan
Jan 3, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Aaron at the front desk was very helpful. Dinner at the Pullman was a culinary delight!
Aaron at the front desk was very helpful. Dinner at the Pullman was a culinary delight!
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Marc
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great time here! Beautiful surroundings and the room was extremely nice! The staff was friendly and very helpful. I would definitely recommend this place to travelers going thru Ireland.
We had a great time here! Beautiful surroundings and the room was extremely nice! The staff was friendly and very helpful. I would definitely recommend this place to travelers going thru Ireland.
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Charles
Jul 21, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful location. Very tastefully and comfortably appointed room and public areas. Staff were friendly and attentive and the entire experience relazing and enjoyable.
Beautiful location. Very tastefully and comfortably appointed room and public areas. Staff were friendly and attentive and the entire experience relazing and enjoyable.
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Des
Jul 1, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel, service and everything generally excellent, however pint of Guinness was terrible in the main bar, it’s amazing with all they get right that they allow this.
Great hotel, service and everything generally excellent, however pint of Guinness was terrible in the main bar, it’s amazing with all they get right that they allow this.
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Patrick
May 28, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Door man was wonderful, breakfast great, golf course was the highlight.
Door man was wonderful, breakfast great, golf course was the highlight.
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Karen
May 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We loved the hotel but the Tasting at Pullman was too long, only the sweet tastings were deserving of a Michelin star, and we left hungry. Based on this, we felt the experience was lacking and overpriced.
We loved the hotel but the Tasting at Pullman was too long, only the sweet tastings were deserving of a Michelin star, and we left hungry. Based on this, we felt the experience was lacking and overpriced.
FAQs about Glenlo Abbey Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. Limited parking is provided, and valet parking services are also offered.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 34.50 for adults and EUR 28 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Late check-out is available for a fee of EUR 40, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms. Additional accessibility features may be available; guests are encouraged to inquire for specific needs.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in the heart of Galway, just steps from Glenlo Abbey Hotel Golf Course and a 3-minute drive from the University of Galway. It is approximately 2.2 miles from Music for Galway Limited and 2.5 miles from University Hospital Galway.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 34.50 for adults and EUR 28 for children
- Late check-out fee: EUR 40 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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