The Ardilaun Hotel, Galway ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Taylors Hill, Galway, Ireland, 00000

The Ardilaun Hotel, formerly a country mansion, boasts 123 luxury bedrooms. Located in the leafy suburb of Taylor's Hill in Galway, it provides a serene atmosphere just 1 km from the vibrant city center. Celebrating over 60 years of family-owned hospitality, the hotel combines traditional charm with modern amenities and easy access to cultural landmarks.

Location

Situated just a short walk from Salthill and Galway Bay, The Ardilaun Hotel is an excellent base for exploring local attractions. Regular bus services connect the hotel to the city center, and there is ample free parking available for guests. It is also conveniently located near the scenic Wild Atlantic Way.

Rooms

The Ardilaun Hotel offers a variety of spacious accommodations, including Classic, Superior, and Deluxe rooms, as well as family-friendly options. Each room features modern amenities such as air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Family rooms are designed to accommodate children comfortably, ensuring a pleasant stay for all.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy a range of dining experiences, including the award-winning Camilaun Restaurant and the casual Ardilaun Bistro. The menus showcase locally sourced ingredients, offering seasonal and traditional dishes. Afternoon tea and outdoor dining options are also available in the inviting hotel gardens.

Leisure & Business

The Ardilaun Leisure Club features a fully equipped gym, an 18-meter swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and jacuzzi. The hotel is suitable for business travelers, boasting comprehensive meeting facilities and conference rooms that accommodate various group sizes. The attentive staff is dedicated to ensuring a seamless experience for both leisure and business guests.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Single Room

Max:

1 person

30 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Galway 2.0 km

Airports

Connemara (NNR) 28.8 km

Shannon (SNN) 89.2 km

Train

Galway Railway Station 2.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Bistro!

“The food in the Bistro was outstanding, offering a variety of delicious dishes that made our dining experience memorable.” view full review

Incredible Leisure Center

“The leisure center was amazing! The pool temperature was perfect, and the jacuzzi provided the ultimate relaxation after a long day.” view full review

Cozy Rooms

“Our room was spacious and beautifully clean, with a luxurious bed that ensured a restful night's sleep.” view full review

Well-Equipped Gym

“I was pleasantly surprised by the gym! It had a wide range of modern equipment which allowed for a fantastic workout during our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Wind surfing
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Yoga class
Sports trainer
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu
Children's pool
Toys

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna
Steam room
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Taylors Hill, Galway, Ireland, 00000

Map view

Taylors Hill, Galway, Ireland, 00000

City landmarks

Park

Eyre Square

2.2 km

Galway City Centre

Quay Street

2.0 km

Church

Galway Cathedral

2.3 km

157/159 Upper Salthill

Salthill Promenade

1.2 km

Square

Spanish Arch

2.2 km

Aquarium

Galway Atlantaquaria

1.5 km

Museum

Galway City Museum

2.2 km

Castle

Lynch's Castle

2.3 km

University

National University of Ireland

2.4 km

Church

Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra

2.2 km

Beach

Blackrock Beach

1.8 km

Mall

Galway's Latin Quarter

2.2 km

The Tower Wolfe Tone Bridge

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

1.9 km

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Galway Bay

2.0 km

Sports Field

1.4 km

Quincentennial Park Salthill Promenade

Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden

1.4 km

Millers Hall - Bothar Stiofain Rahoon

Monkey Business

1.5 km

The Promenade Salthill

Leisureland

1.3 km

Pearse Stadium Rockbarton Road Salthill

Pearse Stadium

650 m

The Claddagh

1.5 km

Museum

Nora Barnacle House

1.8 km

Golf Course

Galway Golf Club

1.8 km

Seapoint Leisure 185_189

Seapoint Leisure

1.4 km

Kirwan's Lane off Quay St

Kirwan's Lane

2.1 km

Art object

Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

2.3 km

Druid Lane

Hall of the Red Earl

2.1 km

202 Upper Salthill Road

Caesars Palace Casino

1.3 km

Bridge

Salmon Weir Bridge

2.4 km

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Riverside Walk

2.4 km

Nearby

Golf Course

Taylor's Hill Pitch n Putt

350 m

Restaurants

King Ding Oriental Restaurant

1.1 km

1&2 Gleann Dara Rahoon

Gourmet Food Parlour Galway

1.3 km

14 Lenaboy Gardens Salthill

O'Hehirs Bakery Cafe

1.4 km

Westside House Seamus Quirke Road

Da Roberta's Ristorante & Pizzeria

1.3 km

Glenview House 161 Upper Salthill

Mocha Beans

1.3 km

Cuirt Na Tra 204 Upper Salthill Salthill

La Collina Restaurant

1.3 km

169 Upper Salthill

Canton Kitchen

1.3 km

153 Upper Salthill

Falguni Indian

1.3 km

157/159 Upper Salthill

R.M. McCabes Gastro Bar

1.3 km

163 Upper Salthill

Oslo Bar and Microbrewery

1.3 km

226 Upper Salthill

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Gluten-free dining

Filthy rooms

Cold location

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

7.1

Location

7.4

Service

6.4

Dining

7.1

Henry

United States, February 2024

7.8/10

The hotel's location is pretty good, especially for visiting UCH Galway. The staff is helpful and attentive throughout our meal, but the rooms near the lift lack air conditioning until 5 pm. The dining experience seems a bit disorganized, and the cost for delivered meals is around €20.

Rooms

7.0

My room was set up specifically for a wheelchair user, which felt thoughtful. It's unfortunate that the rooms nearer the lift don't have air conditioning until 5 pm.

Service

9.0

The staff, including the person managing the breakfast area, was extremely helpful. They were friendly, polite, and attentive to our needs.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location is around 2 miles from the city center, which was okay but not very close. However, it's pretty close to Salthill beach.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was up to standard as expected. The make-your-own pancake machine was a nice touch, although it seemed a bit disorganized.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers a good range of services, including room service, housekeeping, grocery shopping service, welcome drink, and pet amenities.

Charlie

United Kingdom, January 2024

5.0/10

My stay at the hotel was quite disappointing. The rooms were dated and lacked any atmosphere. I even found a pair of old socks in a drawer left by a previous guest, and there was mold on the wallpaper. The blankets on the bed had a strange smell, and the breakfast was cold and below average. Overall, the experience was dreadful, and I won't be returning.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were filthy and old, with a distinct lack of cleanliness and atmosphere.

Service

5.0

The staff went above and beyond to help me organize a surprise for my husband's birthday, but I was disappointed that I had to wait until everyone else in my group finished eating after reminding the staff more than once.

Location

5.0

The location was okay, with some drawbacks like being constantly cold due to the automatic doors and having windows that were impossible to see through. It could use some creative upgrades for a more welcoming environment.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average, with some positive points like a gluten-free section, but there were issues like a shortage of yogurt at breakfast.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel had some basic facilities, but nothing exceptional was offered.

Friendly staff

Filthy rooms

David

United States, November 2023

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was enjoyable overall. The rooms were spotless and very spacious, providing a comfortable retreat. The staff was very nice and helpful, but the noise levels in the corridors could be quite high at times. The location was convenient for exploring Galway and Salthill, but it required some assistance to find initially. The dining options were good, although a bit limited in terms of variety. The hotel facilities were well-maintained and added to the pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotless and very spacious, offering a comfortable retreat.

Service

7.0

The staff was very nice and helpful, although the noise levels in the corridors could be disruptive at times.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient for exploring Galway and Salthill, but required some assistance to find initially.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were good, but slightly limited in variety.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were well-maintained and added to the pleasant stay.

Sheila

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of highs and lows. The rooms in the new part of the hotel were beautiful and extremely comfy, tailored with the guest in mind. However, the older rooms were minuscule and not as cozy as I expected. The service was warm and friendly, although a minor hiccup during check-in left me wishing for a gesture of goodwill. The location was brilliant, close enough to enjoy the charms of Galway city with ease. The dining experience had its ups and downs with fresh and delicious options but lacked variety during breakfast hours. Overall, a decent stay but with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The new part of the hotel offers beautiful and generous rooms designed with guest comfort in mind.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly overall, with attentive staff making the stay pleasant. However, a small issue on check-in left me hoping for a gesture of goodwill that never came.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location just outside Galway was brilliant, offering a quick and pleasant walk to the city center.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had its highlights with fresh and delicious dishes, but the breakfast variety was somewhat lacking, especially for early risers.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate and functional, though nothing extraordinary was noted during my stay.

John

United Kingdom, August 2023

6.2/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The room I ended up in was clean, spacious, and cozy, but there was a mix-up initially. The service had its moments of friendliness, but there was some lack of attention to detail. The location was nice but a bit of a challenge to reach uphill. The dining experience was hit or miss. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was spacious, clean, and had a super king bed that kept me warm throughout the night.

Service

6.0

The staff's attitude was a bit indifferent at times, but when they were attentive, they tried to make my experience special.

Location

6.0

The hotel was in a nice location close to Salthill, although the uphill trek back was a bit challenging.

Dining

6.0

The hotel breakfast was satisfying, but the service could be inconsistent, leading to cold meals on occasion.

Facilities

The facilities need some updating to match the standard expected from a hotel in this location.

Alex

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of pleasant and disappointing experiences. The rooms were lovely and very clean, but there was an old pair of socks left in a drawer from a previous occupant, which was a bit off-putting. The service was well looked after, adding to my overall experience, but there were moments of disrespect from some staff members. The location was great, close to the Salthill promenade and town, offering plenty of family and dog-friendly activities. The dining was nice, although there were some inconsistencies in service quality. Overall, the hotel offers a decent value for the price paid.

Rooms

8.0

My room was lovely and very clean.

Service

7.0

I felt well looked after by the staff, although there were moments of disrespect from some members.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was great, close to the Salthill promenade and town, offering plenty of activities for families and pets.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was nice with a good variety of options, but there were some service inconsistencies.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a decent range of facilities to enhance the stay.

Peter

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.4/10

The hotel offers lovely and spacious rooms that are well-appointed and spotlessly clean. However, the spring mattress is as hard as a rock, and the presence of an edge along the mattress may cause discomfort, especially for tall guests. The decor, while clean and comfortable, shows some signs of being a little tired. On the downside, there were noticeable dust and cobwebs in some areas.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were lovely and spacious, well-appointed, and spotlessly clean.

Service

6.0

The service made my stay all worthwhile, although some staff members came across as downright ignorant and disrespectful. Despite being quite busy, they provided essential services like room service, housekeeping, and a grocery shopping service. The welcome drink and pet amenities were a nice touch.

Location

8.0

The hotel looked impressive on approach and is located in a quiet area just outside Galway. It is a little out of town but still convenient, with a 20-minute walk to the center and an affordable 8-euro taxi ride back. The proximity to the sea and town adds to its charm.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was top class, offering a good selection of juices, breads, cold meats, cheeses, and hot cooked food. The dinner in The Bistro was particularly delicious. Despite some minor flaws, the breakfast provided a reasonable variety, including special items that can be ordered.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provides a variety of facilities, including home-made pies and jams. Despite its positives, some areas need improvement to match the overall quality of the stay.

Allan

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.0/10

The hotel offers very spacious and spotless rooms, making it easy for 3 single friends traveling together to spread out with access to 2 bathrooms. I had a comfortable night's sleep, although some noise required ear plugs. The location is good, close to both Salthill and Galway city, but the lift was out of service, requiring a long walk to the room.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are very spacious and spotless, allowing us to spread out comfortably.

Service

5.0

The staff completed their tasks but displayed a very flippant attitude. Room service and table staff had issues with order accuracy.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a good location, very close to Salthill and Galway city, providing a homely atmosphere.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was overall good, with brilliant service, although some aspects could be improved.