The Connacht Hotel

The Connacht Hotel in Galway is a lively, family-friendly city hotel known for its strong leisure facilities and practical room choices.

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Leisure centre standout: Active 24 Fitness & Leisure is a major draw, with a 20m indoor pool plus a jacuzzi, sauna, and steam room—great for unwinding after a day out in Galway.

Gym access for active stays: The on-site gym runs 24 hours, which suits early workouts, late arrivals, or keeping routines on a busy sightseeing schedule.

Room variety for groups: Accommodation spans classic doubles/twins through to interconnecting family rooms, suites, and 1–2 bedroom apartments, which helps when you’re travelling with kids or friends.

Self-catering convenience: The apartments add a fully equipped kitchen and living space, giving longer stays a “home base” feel while still using hotel services.

Easy on-site food options: You can keep things simple with Rueben’s Restaurant, Bar Solo, and the Coffee Dock, with room service available when you’d rather stay in.

Useful location for exploring: Set on the Old Dublin Road, it works well for getting into Galway city and back, and it’s a handy base for heading out toward Salthill’s seaside promenade.

Family-focused extras: The Friendly Fellows kids club is a notable perk for parents who want downtime while children have structured fun on-site.

Potential noise: As a large, high-energy property, some rooms may pick up corridor activity or event buzz at busy times.

Not a “walk-out-the-door” centre stay: If you want to be steps from the Latin Quarter nightlife, you may prefer a more central address.

Leisure centre crowds: The pool and gym can feel busy during peak family periods, so quieter times may be early morning or later evening.

Pros	Cons
20m pool, jacuzzi, sauna & steam room on-site	Can feel lively/noisy at peak times
24-hour gym and strong family facilities	Not right in the city-centre core
Apartments with kitchens for longer stays	Leisure areas may be busy in school-holiday periods

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