This contemporary hotel with leisure facilities and free parking is located opposite Galway Racecourse, just outside Galway city. Clayton Hotel Galway is close to major Galway business parks including IDA Galway Business & Technology Park, Parkmore Business Park, Briarhill Business Park and Ballybrit Business Park. All rooms and suites are air conditioned and each boasts a King Koil bed and a large flat-screen TV. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. In the evenings, relax in the comfortable Enclosure Bar & Bistro, which serves drinks, snacks and a dinner menu made with fresh local produce. Head to the Tribes Restaurant to sample fine Galway cuisine. Clayton Hotel Galway’s leisure centre has a 20-metre swimming pool and a sauna. Service at Clayton Hotel is friendly and of a high standard. The hotel is ideal for exploring Galway and its great restaurants, pubs and shops.

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Clayton
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

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

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free 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 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

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Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.5
Location
7.9
Free WiFi
8.3
Low score for Galway
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Garrett
    Ireland Ireland
    Lovely modern hotel. The bed was very comfortable and we loved the blackout curtains. Also room service food was delicious.
  • La20
    Ireland Ireland
    We had a large family room. Loads of space and appreciated the water in the room. Good toiletries. Super comfy mattress and pillows. Good location and value for money.
  • Kim
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Huge rooms with a massive bath and shower. Very comfortable, great staff. Food available including vending machines.
  • S
    Sheila
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely helpful staff , nice pool gym nice but would benefit from update
  • Sergii
    Ireland Ireland
    Excellent service. Good location,bus stop in front of the hotel, about 20 minutes to the city center, near the hotel Dunnes store and KFC
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Ideal accommodation if attending Galway Races. Brilliant entertainment provided after the races (Festival week) as well as free transport to/from the racing. Not too far from the town either.
  • Megan
    Ireland Ireland
    Super comfortable and spacious room. Lobby excellent. Check in and out super simple
  • John
    Ireland Ireland
    Staff friendly, good entertainment, good breakfast
  • Regina
    Ireland Ireland
    Fabulous spacious room, very good breakfast and staff very helpful and efficient.
  • Geraldine
    Ireland Ireland
    For the price we paid which was 233 euros we were disappointed. We were in a room with a connecting door to the next room and we could hear everything in their room as I'd say they could hear us. And also other people we were with had booked as...

Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days

  • Are children allowed use the pool

    Yes until 7pm
    Answered on 21 October 2019
  • Is it close to the city centre?

    5km
    Answered on 21 October 2019
  • Is there kettle in the room

    Yes
    Answered on 21 October 2019
  • is there parking here and does it cost.

    Dear Guest, The Hotel has free parking. Kind Regards, Galway Reception Team
    Answered on 24 May 2021
  • hi, are there balconies with all your rooms?

    Hello, There are not balconies with all rooms in the hotel. You can reserve a room that includes a balcony, or leave a request on your reservation to ..
    Answered on 3 September 2021
  • is there a bus to the city?

    Dear Guest, 401 stops right out side the hotel and 409 is only 2 minutes walk away. Google maps will show the bus times . Thank you. Kind Regards, Nidhi
    Answered on 31 May 2021
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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Tribes Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Irish • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Clayton Hotel Galway
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • 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
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Pool cover
Wellness
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Steam room
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Clayton Hotel Galway takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
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 option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 200 is required on arrival. That's about £167. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that for advance purchase bookings a payment link will be sent to the guest after the booking has been confirmed.

Cash payments are welcome in our hotel. If you choose to pay cash upon arrival, a security deposit in the form of cash or a pre-authorisation of a credit or debit card will be requested along with photographic ID. Acceptable Identifications include Passport or Driving license.

A damage deposit of € 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Clayton Hotel Galway

  • Room options at Clayton Hotel Galway include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Triple
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at Clayton Hotel Galway can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

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

  • Clayton Hotel Galway has 1 restaurant:

    • Tribes Restaurant

  • Yes, Clayton Hotel Galway is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Clayton Hotel Galway offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Fitness
    • Swimming Pool
    • Horse riding
    • Live music/performance
    • Steam room

  • Check-in at Clayton Hotel Galway is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

  • Clayton Hotel Galway is 2.8 miles from the centre of Galway. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.