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 (9.5)

    • 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
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.0
High score for Galway

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Deirdre
    United States United States
    Everything about the resort is top notch- from the friendly and helpful staff, to the rooms, food (breakfasts in the gorgeous river room and dinner and lunch at Palmer’s). The location and amazing views were perfection. The whole family loved our...
  • Feehan
    United States United States
    The staff, location and facilities were beautiful. We stayed over one night and it happened to be Mother's Day, so we were slightly disappointed that there were no spa appointments, falconry or restaurant reservations available for the pullman...
  • Kellie
    United States United States
    Ivana & Tracey went the extra mile to made sure we were looked, thank you
  • Jennifer
    United States United States
    The Abbey is beautiful. The staff were lovely. We did get an upgrade and had views of the lake.
  • John
    United States United States
    Staff was lovely, location is very easy to get to town. The grounds and hotel have a cozy historic charm.
  • Susan
    United States United States
    Absolutely everything! The hotel is gorgeous, the staff are exceptional (especially Ru!), and the food was delicious. The falconry demonstration is well worth the money, and Jason taught us so much about the birds and the art of falconry.
  • Wynne
    United States United States
    Stunning grounds along with the rich history made it all the more special.
  • Kristy
    United States United States
    Everything was perfect. The lodges were so comfy and large.
  • Erickson
    United States United States
    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 United States
    Beautiful hotel, spectacular grounds! We participated in the private falconry demonstration, which was very special.

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, 9.3

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

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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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.
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