This charming family-run guest house overlooks Galway Bay, and offers free private parking on site. The beach is just across the street, and the city centre is a 10-minute walk away. Some rooms benefit from sea views, and all have en suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and cable TV. Decorated in traditional style, rooms at Westwinds Guestlodge also come with tea and coffee making facilities. Breakfast is provided in the morning and a range of restaurants can be found in the centre of the city for evening dining. The resort area of Salthill can be reached in 5 minutes on foot. Westwinds is also just 5 minutes’ drive from Galway Golf Club.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Galway, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast info

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

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.6
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Cristina
    Australia Australia
    The property was very nicely decorated and very clean and comfy! It has a home vibe to it and the owner is very nice and helpful. Great position to - only a 15 min walk to the city center.
  • John
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Perfect location and great guest house, owner was very helpful with our itinerary. Outstanding breakfast 10/10 would recommend
  • Wall
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good choice of breakfast. Well cooked, excellent quality.
  • Marta
    Ireland Ireland
    Breakfast was excellent, the host made sure we have everything we needed
  • Diana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect location for walking into Galway, delicious breakfast and lovely owner
  • Annmarie
    Ireland Ireland
    Good location, Nice view beach from our bedroom . Breakfast 🍳 Irish fry so delicious . Host so friendly lovely .
  • Neil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very nice B AND B. . Shauna nice and good breakfast. Would recommend.
  • Heather
    Canada Canada
    Our room could have accommodated a family of 5, but the two of us took the only available room, and appreciated the extra space to lay out our luggage. The bed was very comfortable, and after a good night's sleep, we were ready to see the sites...
  • Thanh-tam
    France France
    What is not to like? The location is excellent, in a very quiet street parallel to the seashore (but from which one can see the sea), within walking distance from Salthill restaurants and attractions, and not far from Galway's city centre. The...
  • Jooste
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly staff and owner , good meal , great bed/bedlinen

Host Information

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Overlooking the famous Salthill Promenade, Galway Bay and the Clare Hills, Just 12 minute walk from Galway city centre, Westwinds Guesthouse is set over-looking the best of the Wild Atlantic Way on the scenic route to Connemara and County Clare. With flat screen TVs in all rooms at Westwinds Guesthouse featuring free WiFi, and free tea and coffee. Rooms also include an en-suite bathroom with a hairdryer. Some rooms also enjoy beautiful sea views. Full Irish breakfasts and other options are served each day, in our breakfast dining room all made from locally sourced produce. My husband Mike and I own and run a catering company called Corrib Catering, so your Breakfast each morning is cooked to order by myself. Free parking is available directly outside the house, and our Guesthouse is located on Salthill’s coast road over looking the Sea and opposite the promenade
My name is Shauna, I operate the guesthouse with My husband Mike, We own and run a catering company called Corrib Catering. It is the family home of my parents Paddy and Rita who purpose built, set up and operated the Guesthouse 15 years ago, they built up a fantastic business before retiring 5 years ago. They live in the house still love to interact with our guests and are on hand at all times for chat, information bookings, reservations and recommendations.
Our neighbourhood is very safe and scenic ..you will enjoy it so much.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Westwinds Guestlodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
From 07:00 to 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.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 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

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Westwinds Guestlodge

  • Room options at Westwinds Guestlodge include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Twin
    • Quadruple

  • Westwinds Guestlodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Live music/performance
    • Horse riding
    • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • Westwinds Guestlodge is 1.1 miles from the centre of Galway. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from Westwinds Guestlodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Westwinds Guestlodge is from 00:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Guests staying at Westwinds Guestlodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

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

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