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"On the shores of Galway Bay, the Connemara Coast Hotel is the perfect place to spend a little me-time, especially in the luxury spa. Book time in the Therapy Rooms and look forward to an Aromatherapy Massage or more rigorous Swedish massage. Natural aromatic oils are used in the Hot Stones Massage that delivers deep heat to inner bone and tissue."

"The finely-restored 19th-century Twelve Hotel in Barna is another grand little base for those exploring the county. Located a handy 3-minute ramble from the pier, the Twelve Hotel offers a ‘Pampered Pet Program’ that’s designed to ensure that your pets can soak up some 5-star service. The hotel itself is finely kept, with modern rooms, top-notch service and several cosy chill-outs spaces on offer."

"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."

"Despite recent development at this seaside village, Barna has retained some of its old charm around the harbour area – and its location, handy to both Connemara and Galway City, is a huge attraction. And so is Fergus O’Halloran’s uniq ..."

"According to them: “A true hidden gem on Ireland’s romantic west coast, O’Grady’s on the Pier in Barna is uniquely situated on the shores of Galway Bay. Located right down on the Pier in Barna Village, O’Grady’s offers a stunning, relaxed location in which to enjoy the freshest, locally sourced and well prepared seafood and meat dish.”. Visit their Facebook page for more info: O’Gradys on the Pier"

"This super fish restaurant was the first place chef Aidan McGee (now Head Chef at Corrigan's Mayfair) worked. The biggest selling point is its glorious views over Galway Bay - but the seafood-heavy menu is also full of delights. More about O’Gradys on the Pier"

"A seafood lover’s paradise, O’Gradys is located right on the pier in Barna, just outside Galway city. Seating is limited and it’s walk in only, but risk it. Believe me, you won’t be sorry."

"These days people do like to know they’re eating locally grown food, they feel good about contributing to the economy, especially when they’re tourists, and the GFP in Salthill is all about fresh and locally grown food. Although this is one of the more casual places to eat in Salthill, the food packs a punch!. The Calamari is delicious, as is the Beef Burger and we shared a Nutella cheesecake, although ‘Himself’ was a bit greedy and had more than his share!"

"Taking the leap outside of Dublin with their location in our lovely Salthill, Gourmet Food Parlour has been an incredibly welcomed addition to Galway’s foodie scene. The gorgeous, trendy interiors are complemented by their food and the weekend brunch served from 9am-5pm really takes the cake. Huevos rancheros, sandwiches and salads aplenty, they’ve even got some main courses that will really set you up for the day."

"Donnelly's Bar & Restaurant is an old local favourite that has been renovated to a beautifully modern finish. Located on the picturesque Barna Pier, it's the perfect location to appreciate the sea and its plentiful bounty!. Their menu packs a secret weapon that you won't find anywhere else; Neptune's Seafood Treasure is a crepe filled with fresh salmon, cod and prawns in a white wine sauce, gratinated and topped with Hollandaise and breadcrumbs, and it's delicious!"

"One of Ireland’s most renowned seafood restaurants, Donnelly's also caters to carnivores with its game and meat dishes. Wash it all down with a few drinks at the on-site bar."

"Those that visit Samyo in Salthill can expect fresh food, quickly seated and served by lovely staff and reasonably priced. There’s been an explosion of street-food restaurants around the country, and ‘Himself’ so far has avoided visiting with me (no bacon and cabbage options, you see) but I got him in, eventually. He had the BBQ Ribs and Tum Yum soup, and he loved every morsel."

"Average Rating - 4.4Total Number of Ratings - 50+Location - GalwayAverage price - £££Review - Very good sambhal rice. View Samyo Asian Food Menu"

"The iconic diving tower at Blackrock overlooks Salthill Prom and the family-friendly beach. The walk along the promenade and seafront is reminiscent of all that’s good in family seaside holidays. Stay on the ground and watch the fun unfold or if you’re feeling adventurous, take the plunge of those dramatic diving boards!"

"Leanmaneh Castle is a fantastic castle that is situated in the town of Leanmaneh North, in County Clare. The origins of the castle date back to the late 15th century, and it is believed to have been constructed by the O’Brien family; the castle was later renovated into a manor house, and it merged its function as a military centre with its residential qualities. The castle fell into ruin during the 18th century, and it has not been renovated since then; it exists on privately owned land, in a farming region of the area, and due to its poor-quality state, it is unfortunately not open to the public."

"If you're out and about with your pooch, drop by the dog friendly Kali Coffee Bar to get yourself and your furry companion some badly needed refreshments. It's the perfect spot to get your caffeine fix and discover new blends of specialty coffee. After an energetic walk along The Prom, what could be better than some sweet tartlets and a cup of their Columbia coffee with hints of orange and treacle?"

"Drawing their inspiration from the landscape and culture of the Gaeltacht of Connemara, the crafts people who work, display and sell their products at the Spiddal Craft Centre produce a range of handcrafted quality products which is representative of this area. Visitors shopping in Galway can immerse themselves in a whole different experience, as they can observe the crafts in the making and chat with the master crafts people in the individual studios. The variety of products include Pottery, Candle Making, Leather Working, Woodturning, Jewellery, Hand Weaving, Silk Painting and Batik."

"Ok, admittedly, this technically isn’t a market, but it has that rustic and beautifully, homemade one-of-a-kind feel that any good market offers, and for that alone, Culture Trip highly recommends a visit. The Spiddal Craft Village is a rural business spot for a host of arty producers, people who blow glass, paint Galway’s sublimely rugged landscapes, weave baskets, cook in beautiful bakeries and a serve up an awarding-winning stop-off at the restaurant and coffee shop. In other words, it’s a very worthwhile aside."

"On the shores of Galway Bay, the Connemara Coast Hotel is the perfect place to spend a little me-time, especially in the luxury spa. Book time in the Therapy Rooms and look forward to an Aromatherapy Massage or more rigorous Swedish massage. Natural aromatic oils are used in the Hot Stones Massage that delivers deep heat to inner bone and tissue."

"Donnelly's Bar & Restaurant is an old local favourite that has been renovated to a beautifully modern finish. Located on the picturesque Barna Pier, it's the perfect location to appreciate the sea and its plentiful bounty!. Their menu packs a secret weapon that you won't find anywhere else; Neptune's Seafood Treasure is a crepe filled with fresh salmon, cod and prawns in a white wine sauce, gratinated and topped with Hollandaise and breadcrumbs, and it's delicious!"

"One of Ireland’s most renowned seafood restaurants, Donnelly's also caters to carnivores with its game and meat dishes. Wash it all down with a few drinks at the on-site bar."