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Reviews of The Wave

Salthill 12 Ocean Wave, Salthill, Galway, Ireland

Review score

Based on 136 B&B reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    10
    The warm welcome from Caroline and the beautiful property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This B&B was exquisite! I had one of the the most comfortable sleeps of my life! And Caroline was such a kind and welcoming host who bakes the nicest scones ever. I highly recommend this property.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2024

    10
    Feel like to stay home at The Wave.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Caroline and John are super hosts .We felt welcome at their home they liked to service their customers .Thank you for everything you did for us .2 nights at your house were not enough. Their house has spotless .Their material of breakfast has quality .If you are looking for quiet place and feel like to stay at your home I do suggest do not miss a chance to stay here .

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    10
    Thumbs up for The Wave.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room felt a little small, but everything you needed was available. Can't really complain. It is a very welcoming B&B.

    Caroline is a wonderful host. She is willing to offer extra help without having to ask. Didn’t see as much of John, but he is also very personable. Fresh fruit, choice of hot breakfast, homemade scones, local brown bread, french-press coffee, or espresso were all delicious options. The Wave is within walking distance of both the Salthill neighborhood (5-10 min) and downtown (15-20 min.) Free, off-street parking a plus.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    10
    Cant wait to return!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Caroline, the host was amazing. The room was very clean. High quality toiletries, including hair conditioner which is not often provided. Good information given in the room regarding breakfast, wifi, local buses etc. breakfast was fantastic, including home made scones and fresh bread. Good selection. Lovely lounge area for use by guests. Highly recommend and will be back.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2024

    10
    Great breakfast, lovely hosts and beautiful rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Caroline and her husband are amazing! lovely hosts and great advice for for going around the country. I 100% recommend it :)

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    10
    A fantastic stay with helpful, kind, and knowledgeable hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Our stay at The Wave was incredible! Caroline and John were attentive hosts, going above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. When we asked about driving routes, restaurant recommendations, and must-sees in the area, Caroline and John had no shortage of fantastic suggestions. Breakfast was delicious and filling, and the room had everything we needed. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing breakfast. Incredibly friendly hosts.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2024

    10
    wonderful family style stay in Galway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights

    very special couple of people, welcoming, incredible

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Caroline was a great host, very friendly and offering tee and self made scones on a rainy day. A beautiful accommodation. Salthill nightlife is great.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hosts Caroline and John were very friendly, welcoming, and had great recommendations for first timers. The breakfast was delightful, and our room was cozy and clean. The neighborhood felt safe and quaint, and just a short walk from downtown Galway, and salt hill beach. We couldn’t recommend them enough!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional Stay at The Wave in Galway - Highly Recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights

    If you're looking for an example of the perfect host, it is Caroline. Our experience at The Wave was absolutely perfect. I travelled to Galway for the weekend with my boyfriend, and we will definitely be staying here again. The room and bathroom were spotless, the bed was incredibly comfy, and the house was quiet, making it the perfect stay. The breakfast was delicious, with a wonderful variety to choose from. I enjoyed yoghurt with fruit and seeds, and Caroline also offered hot options, so I had salmon and egg with toast. Every detail was thoughtfully taken care of. What I loved most about staying here, though, was the personal touch. Little things, like Caroline remembering that I like my tea strong and that my boyfriend doesn't drink hot drinks, so she brought him orange juice instead, made the experience so much more special than staying at a hotel. Caroline also offered us fresh scones, which were absolutely delicious! She truly went out of her way to make our stay perfect. Thank you so much, Caroline. You are a lovely woman and an exceptional host! P.S. I've left some photos of the city and The Wave for you all to see!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2024

    10
    Exceeded expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing .

    Fantastic. Absolutely lovely accommodation and lovely couple . Great place to stay when visiting Galway . Will definitely be back .

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Relaxed lovely surroundings with lovely host

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2024

    10
    If you think to stay here - don’t think longer and book it before someone does it faster :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Everything was perfect!

    We stayed in Carolina’s John’s house for few days and we wish we’d like to have long holidays there! The warm welcome, the quiet around and inside house made as very happy and well rested. The house and room itself are very clean. We enjoyed cup of coffee after wake up in this quiet area (cups, coffee, tea are available in room). Breakfasts are made by John and Caroline. Very delicious. As well as cookies made by Caroline :) The house is very close to market in Galway and to the beach and to promenade. The sunset is amazing :) They’re both are very helpful about tips to sightseeing. And we never forget sandwiches which have been made for us to our long day. We really appreciate it!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2024

    10
    Fabulous welcoming stay!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike, we will definitely stay again, thank you 💚💚

    Everything! Location, the room itself and the hosts. We stayed for 2 nights for the Arts festival and enjoyed every minute we had at the property. Caroline and John could not have been more helpful and accommodating. Her scones were also delicious!! It was a 15 minute walk to quay street and Salthill is literally 10 mins up the road!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2024

    10
    Superb hospitality and accomendation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really. When we comeback to Galway we would stay here again whithout any doubts!

    We really appriciated the warm welcome from John and Caroline. With their excellent service and recommendations our stay in Galway become greater than we had expected. The room was clean and quiet. Breakfast had everything you could desire and more. Located in a quiet area very close to the sea and Galway center.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2024

    10
    Great place and couple were so helpful with getting around the city
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great location, very clean. Smelled nice

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Such kind hosts who welcomed us with a cup of tea. Fantastic location and so many things to do. I wish we could have stayed longer. Great breakfast and a comfy room.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2024

    10
    Very clean and cozy room. Fantastic hosts!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    behind the very clean, cozy and bright house stands two amazing hosts! very friendly, helpful and pleasant people. thank you John and Caroline for fantastic experience in your house!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Next time we might book closer to Galway centre as better nightlife than Salt hill

    Everything. Very friendly hosts and lots of tea & scones offered during daytime if desired. Bed comfy.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spectacular. The house is clean and comfortable. The breakfast is delicious. Location is the best, right near the beach and close to town. Caroline is such a welcoming host! Thank you for a great stay.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2024

    10
    Everything was wonderful! Would highly recommend staying for a trip to Galway.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hosts were amazingly friendly!! Breakfast was delicious!! Our room was clean and well stocked.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2024

    10
    Wonderful place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing- all was great

    We had a wonderful stay here with John and Caroline. They were so attentive and gave great recommendations too! Delightful room, nice and quiet + breakfast was superb.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2024

    10
    A brilliant introduction to Galway thanks to the wonderful hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - everything was perfect.

    The amazing welcome we received from Caroline & John, they were excellent hosts who went out of their way to make sure our stay in Galway was perfect. Provided recommendations relating to interesting places to visit & Irish traditional music venues. The room was spotlessly clean & very cosy, breakfast was delicious. The location was ideal for exploring the local area of Salthill, Galway town centre & the beautiful surrounding countryside. We would thoroughly recommend this accommodation.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
    • Stayed 3 nights

    No grumbles at all !

    A lovely warm welcome from John and Caroline, the moment we arrived. We were surprised at how lively the local area of Salthill was, yet the guest house itself was quiet and very relaxed. Thank you for a memorable stay !

    Stayed in June 2024

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