THE LIGHT HOUSE | Galway ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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40 Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Ireland

“The Light House is walking distance to shops, cafes, and transportation.”view full review

The Light House - A boutique sea-view Galway hotel with free WiFi and terrace access

Located 2788.7 ft from central Galway, The Light House offers scenic vistas across Galway Bay from its elevated position. This 3-star Galway hotel features complimentary WiFi throughout the property and a dedicated terrace where guests can watch sunrises and sunsets over the water. Rooms include private bathrooms with walk-in showers, flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and carpeted floors. The property provides convenient luggage storage facilities for guests. Positioned just 1640.4 ft from The Medieval City Walls and Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde, The Light House serves as a strategic base for exploring local landmarks. Connemara lies 21.5 miles from the property.

Pros

Prime vantage point for watching both sunrise and sunset over Galway Bay

Walking distance to major cultural landmarks including Lynch's Castle and Nora Barnacle House

Easy access to dining options like Loam Restaurant and Marinas Grill within 1640.4 ft

Cons

Shannon Airport is the nearest airport option

Limited on-site dining facilities

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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Family Room Sea View

Max:

4 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Sea view

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Double Room Sea View

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2 persons

155 sq. feet

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1 Double bed

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Double Room Balcony Sea View

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2 persons

155 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Galway2300 ft

Airports

Connemara (NNR) 19.8 mi

Shannon (SNN) 52.0 mi

Train

Galway Railway Station2000 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Convenient Parking

“I found the availability of parking to be a great asset during my stay. Although there were limited spaces, I was lucky enough to secure a spot without any hassle, which allowed me to explore without worrying about my car.” view full review

Lovely Room with Balcony

“I had a wonderful time in the room with a balcony. The space was clean and cozy, providing a great view of Lough Atalia. It was the perfect spot to enjoy my morning coffee while soaking in the beautiful surroundings.” view full review

Comfortable and Cozy

“The bed in my room was very comfortable, which made for a restful night's sleep. I appreciated how clean and tidy everything was, making my experience feel more pleasant overall.” view full review

Functional Bathroom

“I found the bathroom to be clean and functional, which is always important when traveling. The shower worked well and provided me with the warmth I needed after a long day of exploring.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
No parking
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Room features

Heating
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

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Carpeted floor

Location

40 Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Ireland

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40 Lough Atalia Road, Galway, Ireland

City landmarks

Park

Eyre Square

2800 ft

Church

Galway Cathedral

5000 ft

Square

Spanish Arch

4500 ft

University

National University of Ireland

1.2 mi

Museum

Galway City Museum

4400 ft

Landmark

Quay Street

4600 ft

Church

Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra

4200 ft

Castle

Lynch's Castle

3700 ft

Art object

Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

2600 ft

Mall

Galway's Latin Quarter

4300 ft

Landmark

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

1.1 mi

Mall

Eyre Square Centre

2800 ft

Landmark

The Medieval City Walls

2400 ft

Landmark

The Browne Doorway

2000 ft

Museum

Nora Barnacle House

3200 ft

Landmark

Middle Street

2300 ft

Landmark

Quincentennial Fountain

2800 ft

Landmark

Salthill Promenade

1.5 mi

Landmark

The Claddagh Ring Museum

3100 ft

Landmark

Lynch Memorial Window

3100 ft

Landmark

Hall of the Red Earl

3400 ft

Bridge

Salmon Weir Bridge

4700 ft

Landmark

Galway's West End

2300 ft

Landmark

Kirwan's Lane

4600 ft

Church

St Augustine's Parish Galway

2900 ft

Landmark

Galway Bay

5200 ft

Store

My Shop... Granny Likes It

2900 ft

Landmark

The Abbey

3000 ft

Landmark

Riverside Walk

4500 ft

Nearby

Lough Atalia Road

Forthill Graveyard

100 ft

Restaurants

O'Hehirs Bakery Cafe

2000 ft

Aras Coisti Fairgreen Road Coach Station

Four Star Pizza Galway

2200 ft

Kiltartan House Forster Street 1 Kiltartan House

Esquires Coffee

2500 ft

11 Eyre Square

Darcy's Bar and Kitchen

2500 ft

2 Forster Street

The Dough Bros

3800 ft

1 Middle Street Middle Street

Yummy Crepes

3100 ft

St Nicholas's Market

Dungeons And Donuts

3700 ft

21 Abbeygate Street Upper

Subway

3800 ft

Eyre Sq Shopping Centre Kiosk 2

Zappi's

3500 ft

18 Eglinton Street

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THE LIGHT HOUSE, Galway

Hotel Details

The Light House - A boutique sea-view Galway hotel with free WiFi and terrace access

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Facilities

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Guest Parking

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Self-catering

Media

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