Balcony House – Family Hotel in Galway | From 165$/Night

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About the Hotel

College Road, Galway, Ireland

“The location is perfect for exploring downtown Galway on foot!”view full review

Rooms & Amenities

Balcony House rooms include an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee facilities. Each room has heating, ironing facilities, free toiletries, an electric kettle, and an AM/FM alarm clock. Floors are carpeted.

Nearby Landmarks

Balcony House is a 15-minute walk from Galway city center. Nearby landmarks include Forthill Graveyard (0.3 km), Eyre Square Centre (1 km), Galway's Latin Quarter (1 km), Quay Street (1.5 km), and the Galway City Museum (1.5 km).

Local Attractions

Galway hosts the Galway International Oyster & Seafood Festival in September and the Galway Theatre Festival in July. The Cliffs of Moher, Connemara's landscapes, and the Burren's rock formations are within driving distance. Kylemore Abbey and Dún Aengus fort are notable nearby sites.

Transport & Access

Connemara is 35 km from Balcony House. The Wild Atlantic Way route is accessible for scenic drives. Galway Market, near Saint Nicholas' Collegiate, is less than a 10-minute walk away.

Services & Features

Balcony House provides heating, free toiletries, and tea/coffee facilities in all rooms. No onsite restaurants are listed, but Galway's Latin Quarter offers artisan and seafood dining options within walking distance.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Small Double Room

Max:

2 persons

155 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

175 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

195 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Galway2700 ft

Airports

Connemara (NNR) 20.0 mi

Shannon (SNN) 51.8 mi

Train

Galway Railway Station2700 ft

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Delicious Breakfast

“During my stay, I indulged in the most good breakfast at Balcony House. Teresa's homemade pastries were a highlight, and having the option for a hot breakfast cooked to order, like eggs and sausage, made each morning special. The extensive buffet featuring fresh fruits and cereals added variety that I truly appreciated.” view full review

Comfortable Accommodations

“I thoroughly enjoyed the comfort of my room. It was spacious, well-equipped with a hot water kettle for tea and coffee, and had good touches like snack bars and beautiful linens. I felt like the room was designed for a cozy and enjoyable stay.” view full review

Immaculate and Inviting

“The bedroom I stayed in was immaculate and perfectly set up for a relaxing getaway. Each bed was incredibly comfortable, providing a restful night's sleep. This thoughtful setup, including ample towels and personal amenities, made me feel right at home during my visit.” view full review

Clean and Modern

“I was pleased with the bathroom facilities, which were modern and clean. The water pressure was adequate, which is something I noticed even in other accommodations, and it contributed to a refreshing experience. It felt private and well-maintained, enhancing my overall comfort.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

College Road, Galway, Ireland

Map view

College Road, Galway, Ireland

City landmarks

Park

Eyre Square

2700 ft

Church

Galway Cathedral

5000 ft

Square

Spanish Arch

4900 ft

University

National University of Ireland

1.2 mi

Museum

Galway City Museum

4800 ft

Landmark

Quay Street

4800 ft

Church

Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra

4200 ft

Castle

Lynch's Castle

3600 ft

Landmark

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

5000 ft

Mall

Galway's Latin Quarter

4200 ft

Mall

Eyre Square Centre

2800 ft

Art object

Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

3000 ft

Landmark

The Medieval City Walls

2400 ft

Landmark

Quincentennial Fountain

2400 ft

Landmark

Middle Street

2300 ft

Landmark

The Browne Doorway

2400 ft

Museum

Nora Barnacle House

3700 ft

Bridge

Salmon Weir Bridge

4600 ft

Landmark

The Claddagh Ring Museum

3600 ft

Landmark

Lynch Memorial Window

3600 ft

Landmark

Galway's West End

2300 ft

Landmark

Hall of the Red Earl

4000 ft

Landmark

Kirwan's Lane

4600 ft

Landmark

Galway Bay

1.0 mi

Church

St Augustine's Parish Galway

3500 ft

Landmark

The Abbey

3300 ft

Store

My Shop... Granny Likes It

3400 ft

Landmark

Riverside Walk

4500 ft

Nearby

Lough Atalia Road

Forthill Graveyard

900 ft

Connacht Rugby

1000 ft

Restaurants

Classico Pizza & Pasta

2100 ft

Harry's at Water Lane

2700 ft

77 Bohermore

Marinas Grill

2000 ft

The Galmont Hotel & Spa Fairgreen Road Lough Atalia Road

The Huntsman Inn Restaurant

2000 ft

The Hunstman 164 College Road

Park House Restaurant

2100 ft

Park House Forster Street

Jungle Cafe Galway

2000 ft

29 Forster Street

The Western Restaurant

2500 ft

Apartment 14 Drom Ard 33 Prospect Hill Galway City Centre just off Eyre Square

Murty Rabbitts

2100 ft

23-25 Forster Street

Vocho

2100 ft

19 Forster Street Eyre Square

Domino Pizza

2600 ft

16 Prospect Hill

McGettigan's Galway

2700 ft

9-11 Prospect Hill Eyre Square

Family-focused reviews and ratings

Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.

96%

loved it and would return for another family vacation

9.6/10

Perfect

Rooms

9.4

Location

9.8

Service

9.8

Dining

9.6

Jeff

United States, December 2024

9.0/10

I loved my recent trip to Galway! The B&B was charming and wonderfully located, just a short stroll from the city center, but tucked away enough to feel peaceful. Breakfast was a highlight!

Rooms

9.0

My room was was nice and bright with a lovely bathroom which was spacious.

Service

9.0

The hostess was very friendly and helpful, and always available if needed.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, close to everything but still quiet and peaceful.

Dining

10.0

Breakfast was amazing, with a great variety of options including Teresa's homemade cakes.

Facilities

9.0

The B&B was well maintained and spotlessly clean. Everything felt fresh and inviting.

Thomas

United States, September 2024

10.0/10

Wonderful stay! Theresa is such a lovely person, and the breakfasts were very nice - home-baked cakes and everything! The room was spotless, and the location was great for walking into town.

Rooms

10.0

Our room was spotless and the bathroom was spacious and very clean. The view was amazing!

Service

10.0

Theresa was incredibly cute and helpful - she even did our laundry for us!

Location

9.0

It's a bit of a walk to some attractions but the location had it's advantages, quiet yet close to the action.

Dining

10.0

The breakfasts were absolutely delicious, with homemade cakes and everything!

Facilities

10.0

Everything was very clean and well-maintained.

Donna

United States, September 2024

10.0/10

Absolutely loved my stay! Theresa was so cute, the room was lovely, and breakfast was excellent - such a great start to each day. It was the perfect base for exploring Galway!

Rooms

10.0

My room was spacious, clean and the bed was super comfy!

Service

10.0

Theresa was very cute and brought home made muffins to our room after check in!

Location

10.0

The location was ideal, a short walk from the city center but quiet enough to relax after a busy day.

Dining

10.0

Breakfast was superb, with a delicious variety of fresh food and Teresa's amazing homemade cakes!

Facilities

10.0

Everything was spotlessly clean and well-maintained.

Steve

United States, June 2024

10.0/10

Fantastic B&B! Theresa was the best! The breakfast was amazing, and the location was perfect for exploring Galway. I loved the friendly atmosphere and the charming decor.

Rooms

9.0

Our room was small but perfectly formed! It was nicely decorated and spotless.

Service

10.0

Theresa was so cute and helpful; she really made our stay special!

Location

10.0

The location was ideal - a short walk from the city center, but nice and quiet.

Dining

10.0

Breakfast was amazing - so much delicious food!

Facilities

10.0

Everything was perfect, clean, and well-maintained.

Mike

United States, April 2024

9.0/10

Great little place, really enjoyed my stay! The room was comfy and clean, and the location was perfect for exploring Galway. Breakfast looked amazing, though I missed it due to an early start.

Rooms

9.0

My room was nicely decorated, very clean and comfortable. The bathroom was clean and spacious, with lovely toiletries provided.

Service

10.0

The host was very friendly and helpful, and everything ran smoothly.

Location

10.0

Location was excellent, only a 10-minute walk to the city center. Easy to get around.

Dining

8.0

Didn't get to try breakfast, but it looked delicious!