The Shearwater Hotel is just 20 minutes' drive from Athlone and a 50-minute car journey from Galway. It is close to the marina and the River Suck. It offers fine-dining at Marengo's, a modern bar, and The SPA and a Shearfitness leisure centre with swimming pool. Each bedroom has free Wi-Fi, a comfortable bed and an LCD TV screen. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath. A state-of-the-art conference and banqueting centre has 9 meeting rooms and the Plaza Suite. A range of activities can be enjoyed in the area surrounding the Shearwater Hotel, including golfing, extreme boot camp, clay pigeon shooting, fishing, and horse riding.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 single bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • John
    Ireland Ireland
    Travelled from Donegal for a family event midweek. We had 3 rooms booked. The children loved the pool and the breakfast had a wide range of food to suit everyone.
  • Gorden
    Ireland Ireland
    Had requested next day check in after midnight which was no problem. Just had to contact night porter for room keys. Underground parking available
  • Lacey
    Ireland Ireland
    Breakfast was fine. Bar staff very rude except for for one girl

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Irish

Facilities of Shearwater Hotel & Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Bingo
    Additional charge
  • Kids' club
    Additional charge
  • Games room
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
    Wellness
    • Kids' pool
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness classes
    • Fitness
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Foot bath
    • Spa facilities
    • Body scrub
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Hair treatments
    • Make up services
    • Waxing services
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Shearwater Hotel & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 12:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash Shearwater Hotel & Spa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply

    FAQs about Shearwater Hotel & Spa

    • Yes, Shearwater Hotel & Spa is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Shearwater Hotel & Spa is 500 yards from the centre of Ballinasloe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Shearwater Hotel & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Shearwater Hotel & Spa include:

      • Family
      • Twin/Double
      • Single

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Shearwater Hotel & Spa on this page.

    • Check-in at Shearwater Hotel & Spa is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Shearwater Hotel & Spa has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Shearwater Hotel & Spa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Fitness centre
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Sauna
      • Massage
      • Games room
      • Kids' club
      • Beauty Services
      • Personal trainer
      • Bingo
      • Fitness/spa locker rooms
      • Facial treatments
      • Swimming Pool
      • Waxing services
      • Make up services
      • Hair treatments
      • Manicure
      • Pedicure
      • Body scrub
      • Spa facilities
      • Foot bath
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Fitness
      • Fitness classes