Shearwater Hotel & Spa
Shearwater Hotel & Spa
The Shearwater Hotel is just 20 minutes' drive from Athlone and a 50-minute car journey from Galway. It is close to the marina and the River Suck. It offers fine-dining at a modern bar, and The SPA and a Shearfitness leisure center with swimming pool. Each bedroom has free Wi-Fi, a comfortable bed and an LCD TV screen. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath. A state-of-the-art conference and banqueting center has 9 meeting rooms and the Plaza Suite. A range of activities can be enjoyed in the area surrounding the Shearwater Hotel, including golfing, extreme boot camp, clay pigeon shooting, fishing, and horse riding.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gregory
United States
“The room was large, clean and had a very comfortable bed” - Christine
United States
“The staff were friendly and helpful. The facility was conveniently located and provided for all our needs. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. I particularly enjoy the soaking tub after a long flight.” - Patricia
Ireland
“I had expected drinking water in the bedroom but instead I had to use tap water.” - Angie
United States
“It was clean. The staff was informative and friendly. It was also close to a grocery store.” - Karen
Ireland
“Breakfast great, room OK would have loved a opening doors to deck, dinner fab, staff helpful and friendly.” - Caroline
Ireland
“Room was spotless, bed was very comfortable. No noise from outside. We arrived early but we were allowed to use the swimming facilities before check-in which was very much appreciated when travelling with children. Food at dinner and breakfast...” - Avena
Ireland
“Family room was lovely, 2 separate rooms which was really handy. Pool was nice and lots of space. Location next to Lidl very handy for any forgotten items. Plenty of parking.” - Andrew
Ireland
“The staff were absolutely brilliant and so helpful. The food in the bar was delicious and the pool was great too. Couldn't recommend this hotel highly enough, especially for families.” - Bonnie
United States
“Delicious breakfast. Great variety and lots of healthy choices. The pool was amazing! And the staff at the pool were so helpful -- we wear glasses, so didn't see all of the pool rules -- the swimming teachers/staff couldn't have been nicer...” - Keith
United Kingdom
“Full marks for this one. I had never been before but would highly recommend. A spacious modern clean hotel with a very customer friendly culture. Staff in the restaurant were amazing and serving everybody although they were really enjoying it and...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineIrish
Amenities of Shearwater Hotel & SpaGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
Most popular amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Clothes rack
Activities
- BingoAdditional charge
- Live music/Performance
- Movie nights
- Kids' clubAdditional charge
- Game room
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
Living Area
- Sitting area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Indoor play area
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centerAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Hair/Beauty salon
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Room service
Accessibility
- Bathroom emergency cord
- Lowered sink
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Indoor swimming poolFree!
Spa
- Locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body scrub
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Makeup services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- Sauna
Languages Spoken
- English
House rulesShearwater Hotel & Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.




The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply