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Stay in the heart of Galway City. A 4-star hotel with comfortable rooms, great food and genuine Irish hospitality.

15/10/2026

Galway is a city made for exploring, and there is more than one way to discover it.
We have put together our pick of 9 places you should see when visiting Galway, from well known landmarks to some of the spots that give the city its character.

You might spend the day walking through its historic streets, follow the coast, stop somewhere along the way for food and a drink, or take your time visiting some of the places that make Galway so distinctive.

No matter how you choose to explore the city, The Western Hotel gives you a convenient base right in Galway city centre, with many of the city’s best known sights, streets and neighbourhoods within easy walking distance.

Stay with us, explore Galway at your own pace, and make being in the heart of the city part of the experience.

12/10/2026

Christmas dinner bookings are now open at The Western Restaurant.

This Christmas, bring your team, family or friends together and enjoy an evening that feels a little different from the usual Christmas night out. Our restaurant offers a relaxed setting in Galway city centre, perfect for company dinners, end of year get togethers or simply celebrating the season with the people you want around the table.

For the occasion, we have created a special Christmas menu with a choice of starters, main courses and desserts, including traditional favourites alongside other options such as Irish beef, Atlantic salmon and a vegetarian main.

It is a chance to sit down, enjoy good food, raise a glass and celebrate the end of the year properly. Christmas dates can fill quickly, so we recommend booking early. For more information, please get in touch.

08/10/2026

Galway will be full of things to see and do throughout this October midterm break, with the Galway Comedy Festival, the spectacular Macnas Halloween Parade and Gaillimh Ah Boo bringing Halloween celebrations, family activities and plenty of atmosphere to the city.

It is the perfect excuse to spend a little longer in Galway. Explore the city, enjoy the events, discover somewhere new to eat, and make the most of a few days away with family or friends.

Stay with us at The Western Hotel, Citypoint Apartments or St. Bridget’s Apartments, all conveniently located in Galway city centre and close to everything happening around town.

05/10/2026

Graduation season is almost here, and after all the hard work, late nights and milestones along the way, it deserves to be celebrated properly.

Gather the people who supported you through it all and celebrate together at The Western Restaurant. For the occasion, we have a special graduation menu with a selection of dishes to choose from, giving you the perfect setting for a relaxed meal with family and friends in Galway city centre.

And because every graduation deserves a toast, we will also include complimentary Prosecco to make the occasion feel that little bit more special.

Graduation dates can get busy, so we recommend booking your table in advance and making sure your celebration is part of the plan.

01/10/2026

Ten days of creativity, imagination and family experiences are coming to Galway this October as Baboró International Arts Festival for Children celebrates its 30th edition.

From 9 to 18 October, venues across Galway will come alive with theatre, dance, music, workshops, visual art and special events for children, families and schools. This year is particularly special, as Baboró marks 30 years of bringing young audiences, families and artists together in Galway.

If you are travelling for the festival, make a few days of it and stay with us at The Western Hotel, Citypoint Apartments or St. Bridget’s Apartments. With all three located in Galway city centre, you will have an ideal base to enjoy the festival, explore the city and return somewhere comfortable at the end of a busy day.

We have limited availability from 9 to 18 October, so we recommend booking your stay soon before the remaining rooms and apartments are gone.

30/09/2026

Just a reminder that the Charity Table Quiz and Raffle is happening this Thursday, 1 October, at The Western Hotel.

Gather your team, test your knowledge and enjoy an evening of friendly competition while helping raise funds for Sunflower Children’s Hospice.

📅 Thursday, 1 October at 7pm
✨ €40 per table of four

Sunflower Children’s Hospice, based in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, will provide specialist paediatric palliative care, respite and essential support for children and young people with life limiting illnesses and their families across eight counties in the West of Ireland.

There is still time to book your table and support this important project.
To book, please go to https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/charity-table-quiz-tickets-1999281438602

28/09/2026

The Mellows Room is an elegant private space at the Western Hotel. Its comfortable setting and central Galway location make it a convenient choice meetings.

Located on the first floor, the room can also be equipped with a screen and projector, making it well suited to small business meetings and presentations.

Planning a meeting in Galway? Get in touch with our team to discuss your requirements and find out how we can arrange the room for you.

26/09/2026

Dinner at The Western is all about good food, great company and a relaxed evening in Galway city centre.

Discover our dinner menu, with freshly prepared dishes, familiar favourites and plenty of choice to enjoy in the surroundings of our recently refurbished restaurant.

Join us for dinner and find your new favourite dish.

17/09/2026

The Galway Ho**er is one of the most distinctive sights along the west coast of Ireland.

For generations, these traditional boats were used for fishing and transporting goods around Galway Bay and along the Atlantic coast. With their dark hulls and unmistakable deep red sails, they have become an enduring part of Galway’s maritime story and a familiar sight on the bay.

This weekend, Galway’s connection with the sea will be celebrated at the Galway Docklands Festival, taking place at Galway Docks and Spanish Arch. Visitors can enjoy traditional boats, maritime activities and sailing experiences across two days in the city.

If you are thinking of spending the weekend in Galway, this is a great opportunity to experience one of the city’s most distinctive traditions and enjoy everything Galway has to offer at this time of year.

Plan your stay with us and make a weekend of it.

📍 Galway Docklands Festival
19 and 20 September 2026
Main public festival: Sunday, 11am to 4pm

14/09/2026

Graduation is a milestone worth celebrating properly. Celebrate your graduation at The Western Hotel with a special two or three course meal in our restaurant. Gather your friends and family, enjoy the occasion together and raise a glass with complimentary Prosecco as you mark one of life’s most important milestones.

Make your graduation day one to remember.

For bookings and enquiries, call 091 562 834 or email [email protected].

Address

33 Prospect Hill
Galway
H91Y3FA

Telephone

+35391562834

Website

http://www.westernhotelgalway.ie/

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