THE SLIDING ROCK INN GALWAY | Galway ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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37 Newcastle Road, Galway, Ireland

The Sliding Rock Inn - A landmark B&B with live music, sports screenings, and restaurant near Galway University

Located on the west side of Galway City, this welcoming Galway hotel features nine comfortable bedrooms with private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and tea/coffee makers. Each room at The Sliding Rock Inn includes heating, carpeted floors, wardrobes, and free toiletries. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while the bar hosts live music on Fridays and Saturdays until 00:30, with entertainment also available on select public holidays. Sports enthusiasts can watch Sky Sports, Setanta, and BT Sports on large screens. The property sits 0.3 miles from the National University of Galway and an 11-minute walk from the city center. Key attractions within 1 mile include the Spanish Arch, Galway City Museum, and Eyre Square, while Salthill's seafront is 1 mile away.

The Sliding Rock Inn: Pros

- Live entertainment available until late on weekends - Secure parking available for vehicles and bikes - Walking distance to multiple restaurants including Mr. Waffle, Wholly Cow Burger, and Supermac's (all within 0.3 miles) - Convenient base for exploring Connemara region (21.5 miles away)

The Sliding Rock Inn: Cons

- Shannon Airport is 40.5 miles from the property - Entertainment noise may be noticeable until 00:30 on weekends

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165 sq. feet

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130 sq. feet

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165 sq. feet

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Center

Galway3000 ft

Airports

Connemara (NNR) 18.9 mi

Shannon (SNN) 53.1 mi

Train

Galway Railway Station3700 ft

Facilities

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

Excellent Breakfast

“The breakfast at Sliding Rock Inn was first class. I enjoyed a piping hot full Irish breakfast that was delicious and satisfying. The waitstaff were attentive, ensuring everything was perfect. I loved the variety they offered, including options like eggs Benedict and mini breakfasts.” view full review

Compact and Clean Rooms

“The rooms were compact but spotlessly clean, which I really appreciated. They had all the essentials like tea and coffee facilities. Despite being small, the beds were very comfortable, making it a cozy place to rest after a day of exploring.” view full review

Convenient Parking

“I found the off-street parking very convenient. The parking ticket was easily obtained from the bar, which made things hassle-free. It was great to have a secure place for my vehicle while I enjoyed my visit.” view full review

Lively Pub Atmosphere

“The bar downstairs had a lively atmosphere, and I loved the music and energy there. It was a great spot to unwind after a day of sightseeing. Even though it could get busy, I appreciated the overall ambiance and entertainment options available.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
No pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course
Darts

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Sun terrace

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

37 Newcastle Road, Galway, Ireland

Map view

37 Newcastle Road, Galway, Ireland

City landmarks

Parks

Eyre Square

1.0 mi

Church

Galway Cathedral

2100 ft

Galway City Centre

Quay Street

1.0 mi

Square

Spanish Arch

1.0 mi

Museums

Galway City Museum

1.0 mi

University

National University of Ireland

2100 ft

Castle

Lynch's Castle

1.0 mi

Church

Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra

1.0 mi

157/159 Upper Salthill

Salthill Promenade

1.2 mi

Aquarium

Galway Atlantaquaria

1.2 mi

Mall

Galway's Latin Quarter

1.0 mi

The Tower Wolfe Tone Bridge

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

2800 ft

GalwayIreland

Galway Bay

2800 ft

Bridges

Salmon Weir Bridge

2100 ft

Museums

Nora Barnacle House

2200 ft

GalwayIreland

Riverside Walk

2800 ft

Eyre Square

The Browne Doorway

3100 ft

Middle Street

3000 ft

Art object

Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

1.0 mi

Mall

Galway Shopping Center

4600 ft

Kirwan's Lane off Quay St

Kirwan's Lane

1.0 mi

Mall

Eyre Square Centre

1.0 mi

Eyre Square Shopping Centre

The Medieval City Walls

1.0 mi

Shop Street

1.0 mi

Druid Lane

Hall of the Red Earl

1.0 mi

26 Shop Street

The Claddagh Ring Museum

1.0 mi

12-13 Market St

Lynch Memorial Window

1.0 mi

36-40 Eyre Square

Quincentennial Fountain

1.0 mi

Sports Field

1.2 mi

Market

The Market

1.0 mi

Nearby

Church

Galway Cathedral

1700 ft

University

National University of Ireland

1700 ft

Bridges

Salmon Weir Bridge

1700 ft

Museums

James Mitchell Geology Museum

1700 ft

Eamonn Deacy Park Dyke Road

Eamonn Deacy Park

1700 ft

Restaurants

Supermac's & Papa John's

100 ft

33 Newcastle Road

Londis 24Hr Newcastle Rd

200 ft

31 Newcastle Road

Wards Corner Store

1300 ft

1 University Road

The Dough Bros

3800 ft

1 Middle Street Middle Street

Corner Cafe

3000 ft

6 Saint Francis Street

Galway Arms Inn

2600 ft

65 Dominick Street Lower

Papa Rich Street Food Kitchen

3300 ft

3 Dalys Place Woodquay

Bierhaus

2600 ft

2 Henry Street

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THE SLIDING ROCK INN GALWAY, Galway

Hotel Details

The Sliding Rock Inn - A landmark B&B with live music, sports screenings, and restaurant near Galway University

The Sliding Rock Inn: Pros

The Sliding Rock Inn: Cons

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Getting around

Facilities

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Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

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