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The Sliding Rock Inn

37 Newcastle Road, Galway, Ireland – Great location - show map

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8.3
Very Good
903 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Location

    8.7

  • Total

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

The staff are very nice. The rooms are modern and the size of the rooms was perfect. The location is close to everything.

Zygimantas Ireland

The service is excellent. Cleanliness is impeccable.

Joe Ireland

Location was great. Easy to walk to popular places. Staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful.

Tamara United States of America

The best Irish breakfast both vegetarian and regular. The parking was fantastic! and the best location.

Toni United States of America

Great proximity to quay street area. Food was excellent and the rooms were very cozy. Parking was also very convenient.

Patrick Germany

The creative use of small room space. Seems like the hotel rooms were upgraded recently. Location. Price

Ozair United States of America

This is a different kind of a stay for the traveler or at least for us. It was a few hotel rooms above a bar. But it was quaint and we liked it and would do it again. The staff could not have been friendlier. and the rooms, although small, have everything the traveler needs, great shower, hair dryer, etc. And for breakfast, which was great, we could order anything desired off their breakfast menu which was perfect for our group of six!!

Kathy United States of America

Welcomed and greeted straight away and the whole place had a great atmosphere! Came here for my anniversary with my partner and they made it extra special by gifting us two free bottles of Prosecco! Located only 10 minutes away from the city centre and parking is easily accessible from the front. Truly enjoyed our stay at The Sliding Rock Inn and we will most certainly be returning here. 100% recommend staying at this establishment to anybody who loves Good quality for affordable prices!

Jonathan United Kingdom

Sliding Rock is a popular pub/sports bar with lodging upstairs. It is conveniently located with respect to city centre, with a pleasant walk along the canal. The staff is accommodating and breakfast options are good. Good beer. The room was adequate.

Christopher United States of America

The location is quite good - I t’s about a 10 - 15 minute walk to the city center. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was also good.

Karen Canada

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8.3
Very Good
903 reviews
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  • Highly rated for:
    Great neighborhood
  • Highly rated for:
    Very comfy beds
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    Very comfy beds
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    Very comfy beds
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    Very comfy beds
  • Highly rated for:
    On-site restaurant
  • Highly rated for:
    Great neighborhood
  • Highly rated for:
    Great neighborhood
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The staff are very nice. The rooms are modern and the size of the rooms was perfect. The location is close to everything.”
    Zygimantas Zygimantas Ireland Ireland
  • “The service is excellent. Cleanliness is impeccable.”
    Joe Joe Ireland Ireland
  • “Location was great. Easy to walk to popular places. Staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful.”
    Tamara Tamara United States of America United States of America
  • “The best Irish breakfast both vegetarian and regular. The parking was fantastic! and the best location.”
    Toni Toni United States of America United States of America
  • “Great proximity to quay street area. Food was excellent and the rooms were very cozy. Parking was also very convenient.”
    Patrick Patrick Germany Germany
  • “The creative use of small room space. Seems like the hotel rooms were upgraded recently. Location. Price”
    Ozair Ozair United States of America United States of America
  • “This is a different kind of a stay for the traveler or at least for us. It was a few hotel rooms above a bar. But it was quaint and we liked it and would do it again.”
    Kathy Kathy United States of America United States of America
  • “Welcomed and greeted straight away and the whole place had a great atmosphere! Came here for my anniversary with my partner and they made it extra special by gifting us two free bottles of Prosecco!”
    Jonathan Jonathan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Sliding Rock is a popular pub/sports bar with lodging upstairs. It is conveniently located with respect to city centre, with a pleasant walk along the canal.”
    Christopher Christopher United States of America United States of America
  • “The location is quite good - I t’s about a 10 - 15 minute walk to the city center. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was also good.”
    Karen Karen Canada Canada

One of our best sellers in Galway! Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, The Sliding Rock Inn offers accommodations in Galway, an 11-minute walk from the center. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site.

Each room features a private bathroom and free WiFi.

The on-site bar offers food, as well as music and entertainment.

National University of Galway is 1,000 feet from The Sliding Rock Inn, while St. Nicholas Collegiate Church is 2,300 feet away and the UHG hospital is 350 feet away. It is 1.2 mi to the seafront at Salthill. The nearest airport is Shannon Airport, 40 mi from the property.

This is our guests' favorite part of Galway, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

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Non-smoking rooms
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뀐 Located in the top-rated area in Galway, this property has an excellent location score of 8.7!

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8.3
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  • Zygimantas Ireland

    “The staff are very nice. The rooms are modern and the size of the rooms was perfect. The location is close to everything.”

  • Joe Ireland

    “The service is excellent. Cleanliness is impeccable.”

  • Tamara United States of America

    “Location was great. Easy to walk to popular places. Staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful.”

  • Toni United States of America

    “The best Irish breakfast both vegetarian and regular. The parking was fantastic! and the best location.”

  • Patrick Germany

    “Great proximity to quay street area. Food was excellent and the rooms were very cozy. Parking was also very convenient.”

  • Ozair United States of America

    “The creative use of small room space. Seems like the hotel rooms were upgraded recently. Location. Price”

  • Kathy United States of America

    “This is a different kind of a stay for the traveler or at least for us. It was a few hotel rooms above a bar. But it was quaint and we liked it and would do it again. The staff could not have been friendlier. and the rooms, although small, have everything the traveler needs, great shower, hair dryer, etc. And for breakfast, which was great, we could order anything desired off their breakfast menu which was perfect for our group of six!!” Read more

  • Jonathan United Kingdom

    “Welcomed and greeted straight away and the whole place had a great atmosphere! Came here for my anniversary with my partner and they made it extra special by gifting us two free bottles of Prosecco! Located only 10 minutes away from the city centre and parking is easily accessible from the front. Truly enjoyed our stay at The Sliding Rock Inn and we will most certainly be returning here. 100% recommend staying at this establishment to anybody who loves Good quality for affordable prices!” Read more

  • Christopher United States of America

    “Sliding Rock is a popular pub/sports bar with lodging upstairs. It is conveniently located with respect to city centre, with a pleasant walk along the canal. The staff is accommodating and breakfast options are good. Good beer. The room was adequate.” Read more

  • Karen Canada

    “The location is quite good - I t’s about a 10 - 15 minute walk to the city center. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was also good. ”

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  • Can I have a double bed

    We have double beds available in our double rooms. Kind regards, Samantha Coffey


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    Yes


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  • Do u have to be in room at certain time to get in

    Check in is any time after 4pm, bar would close at 10.00pm so would need to be checked in before door closes. Kind Regards, Samantha Coffey


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  • what ground floor rooms left

    Unfortunately we have no rooms on ground floor as accomodation is located above our bar/restaurant. Kind Regards, Samantha Coffey


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    We have double beds available in our double rooms. Kind regards, Samantha Coffey


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  • Do u have to be in room at certain time to get in

    Check in is any time after 4pm, bar would close at 10.00pm so would need to be checked in before door closes. Kind Regards, Samantha Coffey


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  • what ground floor rooms left

    Unfortunately we have no rooms on ground floor as accomodation is located above our bar/restaurant. Kind Regards, Samantha Coffey


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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • University College Hospital Galway
    0.1 miles
  • NUI Galway
    0.1 miles
  • National University of Galway
    0.2 miles
  • National University of Ireland
    0.2 miles
  • Galway Cathedral
    0.2 miles
  • The Salmon Weir Bridge
    0.3 miles
  • IT Building NUIG
    0.4 miles
  • St. Nicholas Collegiate Church
    0.4 miles
  • The Market
    0.5 miles
  • Shop Street
    0.5 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Mixed Greens
    0 miles
  • Restaurant Mr Waffle
    0.1 miles
Top attractions
  • Eyre Square
    0.6 miles
  • Galway Railway Station
    0.7 miles
  • Galway Greyhound Stadium
    1.1 miles
  • Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre
    1.8 miles
  • Galway Bay
    5 miles
  • Spiddal
    9.2 miles
Natural Beauty
  • River Corrib
    1.2 miles
  • Ocean/Sea Atlantic
    1.2 miles
  • Lake Lough Corrib (Oughterard)
    15.5 miles
Closest Airports
  • Shannon Airport
    40.7 miles
  • Ireland West Airport Knock
    45.1 miles
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Amenities of The Sliding Rock Inn Great facilities! Review score, 8.0

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Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Bar
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Evening entertainment
  • Darts
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
  • Bottle of water
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking

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

  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
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Check-in

4:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Check-out

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Child policies

Children over 1 are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 1 and up are allowed)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Mastercard Visa The Sliding Rock Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Sliding Rock Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note full payment is required on arrival.

This property may host on-site functions and some rooms may be affected by noise.

Please note, on Friday and Saturday nights music is played in the bar. On Fridays and Saturdays, entertainment is offered until 00:30. Entertainment may also be provided on some public holidays.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.

This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.

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

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Sliding Rock Inn (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Private Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Street parking
    • Accessible parking

  • The Sliding Rock Inn is 0.6 miles from the center of Galway.

  • Check-in at The Sliding Rock Inn is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Sliding Rock Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Live music/Performance

  • Guests staying at The Sliding Rock Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • À la carte

  • Room options at The Sliding Rock Inn include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Single

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Sliding Rock Inn by:

    • Car 1h 20min

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  • Facilities8.0
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  • Comfort8.0
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