Best Bath Houses in Galway

"Perhaps it should come as no surprise that this hotel is so well designed as the world-famous designer, Philip Treacy, created it. This five-star hotel has rooms with giant beds, comfy couches, and stunning bathrooms which contain double showers and freestanding tubs. Adding to the unique décor of the hotel are its door handles in the shape of hats, and its Grand Salon, you will witness a dramatic 300 twinkling mirror balls."

"This place isn’t cheap by any means, but it’s one of the finest 5 star hotels in Ireland. Designed by the celebrated milliner Phillip Treacy, the G Hotel has everything from beautifully decorated rooms to an award-winning spa and restaurant on offer. The rooms are spacious, fitted with comfortable beds and some, like the one in the photo above, have gorgeous sea views."

"The Galmont Hotel & Spa has a perfect location overlooking Galway Bay and is just a three-minute walk from Eyre Square. The spacious rooms vary from deluxe sea views to those with a private balcony to family rooms. There are two dining options – Marina’s Restaurant menu includes a Galway Bay smoked haddock or an Irish Rub Cap burger, while Coopers Bar & Lounge has a signature Knickerbocker Glory."

"Besides large bedrooms with great views and a restaurant which serves some of the city’s best seafood, this four-star hotel in a central location has a brilliant spa which offers the latest in Elemis treatments with its very own thermal area. Prices: Average €180 per night. CHECK AVAILABILITY NOW"

"The Galmont Hotel & Spa overlooks Galway Bay and is just 200 metres from Eyre Square. It has an award-winning restaurant, Spirit One Spa and Energize fitness and leisure. Large luxurious beds have Egyptian cotton sheets and goose feather pillows."

"Hotel of the Year 2018, The Twelve is an elegant retreat in Barna Village. It combines exquisite dining, luxurious rooms and some well-deserved relaxation therapy in Le Petit Spa. Escape the world for a time and immerse yourself in a Nourishing Marine Cocoon Wrap or get back to nature with a mineral-rich Seaweed Bath which is known to have amazing restorative healing properties."

"The hotel/gastropub is situated in Barna Village - a 10-minute drive from Galway. On the top floor, you'll find the fine dining restaurant with a wine list that has won multiple international awards. Our favourite spot is downstairs in The Pins Gastro Bar - the pizzas, stacked with local ingredients, are super."

"The Twelve Hotel is located in the idyllic seaside village of Barna, a short distance outside Galway city. Named after the twelve rolling peaks nearby, this hotel offers relaxation, luxury and escapism. After a busy day exploring the Irish thrills, you can indulge in this hotel’s unique charms."

"When the Office of Public Works tried to expand operation onto this site in 1997, they got the surprise of their life – archaeological remains of a 13th century building that had fallen into ruins, been built over, and forgotten. And yet, once upon a time, this used to be an important medieval building. It was owned by the Anglo-Norman De Burgo family, and was Galway’s principal mun...Read more"

"In the 13th century, when the de Burgo family ruled Galway, Richard – the Red Earl – erected a large hall as a seat of power, where locals would arrive to curry favour. After the 14 tribes took over, the hall... Church in Galway City"

"In the 13th century, when the de Burgo family ruled Galway, Richard – the Red Earl – erected a large hall as a seat of power, where locals would arrive to curry favour. After the 14 tribes took over, the hall..."

"The family-run Raheen Woods Hotel can be found in Athenry, set amongst a tranquil woodland setting, a handy, 15-minute spin from the city,. This four star luxury hotel has plush rooms, marble halls and beautiful gardens to complement your spa treatments. The Tranquillity Leisure and Spa offers a full menu of beautifying therapies designed to relax and nourish body and soul."

"To round off our guide to the best spa hotels Galway has to offer is the often-missed Raheen Woods Hotel and Spa. This four star luxury hotel has plush rooms, marble halls and beautiful gardens to complement your spa treatments. The Tranquillity Leisure and Spa offers a full menu of beautifying therapies designed to relax and nourish body and soul."

"Delicious food with perfectly compatible, hand selected wines in a candle lit snug sounds like the ideal date (shift = in the bag). If you’re feeling that little bit more adventurous, why not book the medieval room on the third floor, complete with original stone fireplace, beams and personal waiters."

"A classic venue located in one of Galway City's oldest districts, Cooke's Restaurant boasts excellent modern cuisine as well as a selection of fine wines. A perfect place to enjoy a night out with quality drinks, tasty food, and great people."

"A four-star boutique hotel with beautiful interiors, the House Hotel also has the advantage of a superb location at Spanish Parade in Galway’s Latin Quarter. This stylish spot is just a stone’s throw from some of the city’s best restaurants and bars, but with a widely celebrated cocktail bar and bistro on the premises, hosting live music every weekend, you don’t even have to venture that far. Sleeping options range from standard doubles up to extravagant suites with private balconies, and all the en-suite bathrooms have toiletries from the range by Irish designer Orla Kiely – a pleasantly patriotic touch."

"This contemporary four-star hotel is a great base for exploring Ireland’s most bohemian city — named European Capital of Culture 2020. The rooms are welcoming but, given the vibrant local food scene, the dining offer lacks imagination. Everything is within walking distance though, so simply eat elsewhere."

"The House Hotel is the perfect place to stay for a shopaholic as its location is only steps away from Galway’s main shopping street, aptly named Shop Street. After a long day of shopping, the hotel has a lovely cocktail bar and comfortable rooms to enjoy. Prices: Average €125 per night"

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"The easiest of these markets to access, as it sits right in the heart of the city, is the centuries-old Galway Market, trading in the same location since the days that the city mayor was forced to hang his own son for murder in a nearby laneway. While it still does the staples, these days the focus is much more imaginative: a huge variety of food stalls serving anything from sushi to curry, with lots of local arts and crafts, and plenty of live music to enjoy too. It’s all set alongside the church, in imaginatively named ‘Church Lane’."

"Early risers will love this market on Church Lane, just off the main thoroughfare of Shop Street in the city centre. The weekend market has everything from delicious food and drink to handmade crafts and gifts. It has been taking place in the city for centuries and all the local traders have a story to tell."

"This bustling street market is one of the highest rated attractions in Galway and has been a trading centre for centuries. Stalls sell fresh produce, locally produced crafts and a huge variety of mouthwatering home cooked food and are usually open everyday."