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, 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, 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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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 queen bed
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa 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
8.9
High score for Galway
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Erickson
    United States of America United States of America
    The property was very well taken care of. The staff took pride in their work. Rooms weee beautiful and very clean. It was like old-fashioned first class service
  • Kathleen
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful hotel, spectacular grounds! We participated in the private falconry demonstration, which was very special.
  • Kathleen
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful; very relaxing. We experienced the falconry exhibit (a highlight of our stay for the grandchildren).

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

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

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • 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 sports events (broadcast)
  • Movie nights
  • Cycling
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & 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
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/Shrine
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Spa
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
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.
Accepted payment methods
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FAQs about Glenlo Abbey Hotel

  • Check-in at Glenlo Abbey Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Glenlo Abbey Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Palmers Bar & Kitchen

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

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

    • Spa
    • Cycling
    • Game room
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Movie nights
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • The prices at Glenlo Abbey Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Glenlo Abbey Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at Glenlo Abbey Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

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