Galway Bay Hotel Conference & Leisure Centre in Galway 

This picturesque setting is complemented by exceptional hotel facilities, dedicated service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Over the past few years, Galway Bay Hotel has established a reputation as one of the leading locations for family leisure, Active Retirement, Conferencing and Weddings to name but a few.The leisure centre offers individual fitness programs, a 15 meter swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fully equipped gymnasium. The hotel’s location opposite the Promenade makes it ideal for a leisurely stroll or jog for the more actively inclined.The beauty rooms offer you a sanctuary of peace, away from the problems of everyday life. Allow your mind to be relaxed, and your body to be pampered, by expertly trained therapists who will soothe away stress and restore your body's natural beauty. Open Monday - Saturday 10:00 - 19:00, Sunday 10:00 - 14:00.The 19th century styled library offers exclusivity for residents and has been designed to offer guests a hideway to curl up in the leather armchair and finally enjoy that book you have been meaning to read for weeks or even just to have a quiet chat.The conservatory, overlooking Galway Bay, leads onto the roof top garden, where you can relax and watch the world go by.There is something for everyone at Galway Bay Hotel with fun for all the family. The hotel takes care of younger guests as they make new friends in the fully supervised Penguin Kids Activity Camp while adults can relax and unwind. Kids Camp runs throughout the months of July and August, Bank Holiday Weekends and all School Holidays and allows parents to enjoy the fabulous hotel surrounds while the kids enjoy the Camp. Activities which kids will partake in include football, basketball, treasure hunts, quizzes, art & crafts and much much more.

The Galway Bay Hotel offers 153 recently refurbished deluxe bedrooms, designed to cater for your specific needs.With its newly installed VI Spring Mattresses, which are unique in Ireland to the Galway Bay Hotel, a great night's rest is assured. VI Spring Mattresses are hand-made and have been styled exactly to the hotel's specifications. They are regarded as the benchmark of quality against which all other brands are judged. In production, only the finest of natural materials are used to create a sleeping surface which is breathable, healthier, safer and more sumptuous. Smoking or non-smoking rooms on request, subject to availability.

Galway Bay Hotel has an expanding list of achievements such as “Best Dinner in Ireland 2007” which truly underwrites the significant and continuous feedback received in the hotel and confirms the highest standards of food and service that the hotel has built up over the years.The Lobster Pot Restaurant enjoys magnificent views of Galway Bay from 3 perspectives, which enhances the restaurant's light and tranquil character.The style of cuisine is modern with a strong emphasis on fresh Irish produce and a particular focus on fresh fish and lobster from the lobster tank, complemented by a fine wine cellar.Vegetarian options are available on all menus.All cuisine in the hotel is overseen by Robert Bell, the Executive Chef, who has received many awards over the years for his culinary achievements, most recently including Catering Manager of the Year at the Irish Hospitality Awards in November 2006.An Scadan Caoc (Herring Choker) is a lively Traditional Irish Pub in every sense of the word, where a warm welcome awaits you. The lounge just off the Scadan Caoc offers a more subdued domain in which to enjoy an evening drink whilst overlooking Galway Bay. Every weekend, the bar features the best in local traditional Irish music. Here, the warm friendly atmosphere is complemented by the perfect pint.

The West of Ireland is a Golfer’s Paradise as it celebrates a wide range of ideally located golf courses. The Galway Bay Hotel is situated within easy access of 6 championship courses making it an ideal destination for the passionate golfer. National Atlantaquarium (2 km) - Galway's own aquarium with a variety of different and interesting fish on view.Aran Islands (50 km) - A must see for any visitors are the Aran Islands. Daily return trips to the Islands from Galway City.

By Car (from Galway city centre):- Follow signs for Salthill. - The hotel is located on the promenade in Salthill.By Train:Nearest local station is Ceannt Station, Galway (5 km).By Public Transport: Nearest coach/bus station is Ceannt Station, Galway (5 km).By Plane:Nearest airport is Galway Airport (19 km).

The award-winning, 4-star Galway Bay Hotel overlooks Galway Bay and the Clare Hills, offering a beautiful setting, superb food and many activities.Located on Galway's Blue Flag beach, the Galway Bay Hotel is 5 minutes from Galway's vibrant centre, yet only a short drive from some of Connemara's most beautiful views.The Galway Bay Hotel was awarded "Best 4-Star Hotel in Ireland" at the Irish Hospitality Awards in 2005.