Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Glenlo Abbey Hotel

Situated just 2 miles from Galway city centre, Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate offers 5-star accommodation, 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, archery 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, situated in the main hotel is ideal for casual dining and it has a varied menu, lively atmosphere and cosy surroundings. The River Room Restaurant boasts elegant surroundings.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Galway

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Corvidaesy
    United States United States
    Incredibly beautiful hotel with wonderful food and amenities. The staff was fantastic throughout our stay. Highly highly recommend the falconry (amazing experience!) and dinner in the Pullman restaurant, which was one of the best meals I've ever...
  • William
    Ireland Ireland
    Magical at Christmas - beautifully decorated. The rooms are warm, spacious and comfortable, great breakfast with a good choice and excellent dining at other times. The staff are trained well and courteous and most helpful.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff are amazing especially Jarrad in Palmers Bar.
  • Martin
    Ireland Ireland
    Friendly professional staff made our stay exceptional
  • Georgia
    Germany Germany
    Nice hotel surrounded by a beautiful park! Very cozy interior!
  • Carmel
    South Africa South Africa
    Great facilities, beautiful views, and luxurious leisure areas. The room was spacious, and the bed was very comfortable.
  • Inge
    Belgium Belgium
    Large rooms and good beds, friendly staff. Good breakfast . Loved the fireplaces that were on
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel is in an excellent location, very near to the city, but you wouldn't know it. The decor is fresh and modern, whilst remaining traditional and the room was spotless. Dinner on the train carriages was nice.
  • Pauline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely friendly staff . Beautiful hotel in lovely setting .
  • D
    Declan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast very good , staff excellent , location excellent , hotel grounds beautiful .

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Palmers Bar & Kitchen
    • Cuisine
      Irish • International
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

Facilities of Glenlo Abbey Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Movie nights
  • Cycling
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Wellness

  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
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.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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FAQs about Glenlo Abbey Hotel

  • Glenlo Abbey Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Palmers Bar & Kitchen
  • Guests staying at Glenlo Abbey Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
  • Room options at Glenlo Abbey Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Suite
  • Glenlo Abbey Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Cycling
    • Games room
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Movie nights
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • The prices at Glenlo Abbey Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Glenlo Abbey Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Glenlo Abbey Hotel is 2.7 miles from the centre of Galway. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.