WESTWINDS GUESTLODGE | Galway ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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5 Ocean Wave, Salthill, Galway, Ireland

“The stunning coastal path made walking to Galway so enjoyable!”view full review

Westwinds Guestlodge - A family-run 3-star guesthouse with sea views on Salthill Promenade

Located directly on Salthill Promenade overlooking Galway Bay, this Galway hotel offers 11 rooms equipped with premium bedding, WiFi, and laptop-friendly workspaces. Westwinds Guestlodge provides en-suite bathrooms with free toiletries, hairdryers, and fresh towels in each room, while select accommodations feature sea views. A made-to-order breakfast includes Full Irish options, cereals, porridge, fruit, ham, and cheese, served from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM. The property includes free private parking and serves locally-sourced produce at breakfast. Positioned on the Wild Atlantic Way, Westwinds places guests within a 5-minute walk to Salthill's amenities and 0.5 miles from Galway Atlantaquaria. The city center's attractions, including Quay Street and Eyre Square, are 1 mile away.

Pros

Directly overlooks Galway Bay with some rooms offering sea views

Free private parking available outside the house

Located on the traditional promenade walk with access to Blackrock diving tower

Breakfast includes locally-sourced produce with vegetarian and gluten-free options

Cons

1 mile distance to main city center attractions

Early breakfast service starts at 8:30 AM

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16 m²

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Double Room

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2 persons

17 m²

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Triple Room

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20 m²

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Galway 1.7 km

Airports

Connemara (NNR) 29.8 km

Shannon (SNN) 86.5 km

Train

Galway Railway Station 1.8 km

Facilities

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

Very nice Breakfast Spread

“I was blown away by the breakfast options here! The fried eggs with bacon were simply the best I've ever had. There was a fantastic variety, including cereal, oats, yogurt, honey, and even Nutella. With hot drinks ready and fresh juices available, it truly set a great tone for the day ahead.” view full review

Comfortable and Cozy Rooms

“The rooms at Westwinds were so comfortable! I loved the soft carpet underfoot and the cozy decor. The beds were incredibly comfortable, providing a great night's sleep after a long day of exploring. It felt like a home away from home.” view full review

Clean and Functional Bathrooms

“The en-suite bathrooms were clean and functional, just what I needed for a quick freshen-up. They were well-maintained and provided all the necessary amenities to make my stay enjoyable. The freshness of the space made it pleasant to start the day.” view full review

Amazing Room Views

“I was fortunate enough to get a room with an very nice view overlooking the ocean. Watching the sunset from my window was a highlight of my stay. It added a special touch every morning and evening, making my experience even more nice.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Tennis court
Bowling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Car hire
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Packed lunches

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Live entertainment
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

5 Ocean Wave, Salthill, Galway, Ireland

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5 Ocean Wave, Salthill, Galway, Ireland

City landmarks

Church

Galway Cathedral

2.2 km

Park

Eyre Square

2.0 km

Square

Spanish Arch

2.0 km

Museum

Galway City Museum

2.0 km

Landmark

Quay Street

2.0 km

Church

Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra

2.0 km

University

National University of Ireland

2.2 km

Landmark

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

1.1 km

Castle

Lynch's Castle

2.0 km

Landmark

Galway Bay

1.1 km

Mall

Galway's Latin Quarter

2.0 km

Museum

Nora Barnacle House

1.4 km

Landmark

Hall of the Red Earl

1.3 km

Landmark

The Claddagh Ring Museum

1.4 km

Landmark

Leisureland

1.0 km

Landmark

Lynch Memorial Window

1.5 km

Bridge

Wolfe Tone Bridge

1.2 km

Art object

Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

1.6 km

Landmark

Kirwan's Lane

2.0 km

Landmark

Galway City Karting

1.0 km

Church

St Augustine's Parish Galway

1.5 km

Mall

Eyre Square Centre

2.0 km

Beach

Blackrock Beach

1.9 km

Landmark

Seapoint Leisure

1.1 km

Landmark

Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden

1.9 km

Bridge

Salmon Weir Bridge

2.2 km

Landmark

Celia Griffin Memorial Park

1.2 km

Nearby

157/159 Upper Salthill

Salthill Promenade

410 m

Aquarium

Galway Atlantaquaria

410 m

202 Upper Salthill Road

Caesars Palace Casino

410 m

Restaurants

Lana Salthill Asian Street Food

710 m

224 Upper Salthill

Murrays

730 m

Nile Lodge 1 Salthill Road Lower 1 Nile Lodge

Salt N' Pepper

480 m

228 Upper Salthill

Killorans Bar

910 m

256 Upper Salthill Salthill Park

CoCo

760 m

Western House Salthill

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Hotel Details

Westwinds Guestlodge - A family-run 3-star guesthouse with sea views on Salthill Promenade

Pros

Cons

Select room type

Check Availability & Prices

Getting around

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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