Galway Bay Hotel Conference & Leisure Centre

4-star beachfront hotel on Galway's Blue Flag beach with award-winning dining and free leisure centre

Amenities

Galway Bay Hotel Conference & Leisure Centre offers free access to a gold-standard leisure centre that includes an indoor swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, and a sauna. The hotel's Blackrock Wellness Spa provides a range of beauty services, from body treatments and facial treatments to manicures, pedicures, and waxing. Additional facilities include a heated kids' pool, fitness/spa locker rooms, and a massage fountain for relaxation after a workout.

Rooms

Rooms at the Galway Bay Hotel are designed to accommodate groups, with spacious family rooms that can sleep up to six guests. Many rooms offer panoramic sea views across Galway Bay, and each comes with a private bathroom, tea/coffee facilities, and an interactive TV. The hotel also provides rooms adapted for guests with disabilities, ensuring comfort for all visitors.

Dining

The AA Rosette Bay Brasserie serves modern Irish cuisine built around locally sourced ingredients, while the Harvest Café offers carvery lunches and homemade dishes in a more casual setting. Breakfast includes a full Irish spread with kid-friendly buffet options, and the coffee house on site serves fresh pastries daily. The hotel's Atlantic Bar features a wine/champagne list and a selection of special diet menus upon request.

Entertainment & Activities

Guests can join complimentary activities such as yoga sessions and whiskey tasting, both designed to engage visitors beyond the usual hotel stay. The Atlantic Bar hosts live music entertainment most evenings, and themed dinner nights are scheduled throughout the year. For younger guests, a supervised Kids Club offers structured play, and the hotel's location on the promenade means the beach and Circle of Life Garden are steps away.

Location & Business

Positioned on Salthill Promenade, the Galway Bay Hotel is directly across from a Blue Flag beach and within a 5-minute drive of Galway City Centre. The property also houses well-equipped conference facilities that benefit from natural light and views of the bay, plus a 24-hour front desk and concierge for business guests. Nearby attractions include the Cliffs of Moher, the Wild Atlantic Way, and the award-winning Circle of Life Garden right next door.

• Location: Directly across from Galway's Blue Flag beach on Salthill Promenade, 5-minute drive from Galway City Centre
• Rooms: Family rooms sleeping up to six guests with panoramic sea views
• Dining: AA Rosette-awarded Bay Brasserie and Harvest Café with carvery lunches
• Wellness: Blackrock Wellness Spa with body treatments, manicures, and pedicures
• Activities: Complimentary yoga, whiskey tasting, and live music in the Atlantic Bar
• Business: Conference facilities with natural light and views over the bay
• Family: Supervised Kids Club and a dedicated kid's swimming pool