Glenlo Abbey Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.5

About this property

Located just 2 miles from Galway city center, Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate offers 5-star accommodations, free parking, a golf course, and views of Lough Corrib and the dramatic West of Ireland landscape. Golfers can enjoy the 138 acre lake-side golf course, a 21-bay driving range, and golf lessons. Falconry, and fishing are also available onsite. Enjoy a cycle around Glenlo Abbey Estate with the use of the estate bicycles, complimentary to hotel residents. Each room at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate features an en suite marble bathroom with power shower, free Wi-Fi, luxury toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, and a flat-screen TV. The Pullman Restaurant aboard the Orient Express at the Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate offers a unique dining experience and afternoon tea is served daily. Converted into a restaurant car maintaining its original character, these historic Pullman train carriages offer two dining rooms. Palmers Bar & Kitchen, located in the main hotel is ideal for casual dining and it has a varied menu, lively atmosphere and cozy surroundings. The River Room Restaurant features elegant surroundings.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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

Breakfast Info

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

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Roberta
United States United States
“Beautiful grounds High quality finishes Staff helpful and friendly Breakfast delightful and lovely”
Michelle
Kenya Kenya
“It was like you were living in the TV show Downton Abbey for a couple days. It was amazing!”
Stacey
Australia Australia
“Spacious & luxurious room, very clean, staff very pleasant & helpful.”
Robert
United States United States
“Great staff - service - Specially the breakfast room”
Mary
United States United States
“EVERYTHING. This is our 3rd stay at Glenlo Abbey. It did not disappoint. Love this hotel and all the helpful and friendly staff. Front desk and their staff were amazing. Always there to help with local suggestions. The cleaning staff always...”
Pooja
United States United States
“Stunningly gorgeous property, close to Galway city. Rooms were spacious and well appointed. Customer Service was top notch. Special mentions to the breakfast supervisor and Estelle (who served us breakfast one morning) at the River Room. Estelle...”
Kmorris
United States United States
“The room was lovely. Comfy bed, very clean, and the bathtub was nice. Breakfast was great—a nice spread of fruits, granola, cheeses, and breads to choose from, plus hot custom made breakfast dishes from the menu. Our favorite part was taking the...”
Allison
United States United States
“Fantastic property with beautiful views. Staff went above and beyond, especially one of the bartenders. Breakfast was also phenomenal.”
Jerrold
United States United States
“Beautiful facilities and location. Wonderful restaurants. Helpful and friendly staff.”
Deirdre
United States United States
“Everything about the resort is top notch- from the friendly and helpful staff, to the rooms, food (breakfasts in the gorgeous river room and dinner and lunch at Palmer’s). The location and amazing views were perfection. The whole family loved our...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Palmers Bar & Kitchen
  • Cuisine
    Irish • International
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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