Glenlo Abbey Hotel

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.5

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Glenlo Abbey Hotel

Situated just 2 miles from Galway city centre, Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate offers 5-star accommodation, 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, 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, situated in the main hotel is ideal for casual dining and it has a varied menu, lively atmosphere and cosy surroundings. The River Room Restaurant boasts elegant surroundings.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar

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 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Kaylene
Australia Australia
“The hotel is divided into several sections. The older abbey which overlooks a beautiful 9 hole golf course. One of the restaurants is made up of two carriages from the Orient Express. Several lounges such as the abbey itself is beautifully...”
Susan
Australia Australia
“Glenlo was perfect! Beautiful hotel and grounds … very unique and special experience dining in the Pullman restaurant. It was perfect.”
Michelle
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Overall, a dream stay. Beautiful grounds, beautiful building and luxurious decor. Friendly, helpful staff. Lots of lovely little touches like classic movies each evening, gourmet dinner in the Pullman restaurant which is actually two train...”
Ross
Australia Australia
“Whilst the property is excellent it was the staff that made the experience truly exceptional. We would make special mention of our doorman and bartender. You could not meet nicer, more helpful people.”
Roger
Romania Romania
“Wow just wow one of the best hotels and experience we have had, staff food the Orient Express tasting experience.. Cocktail bar thank you Erdal.. piano live was fantastic .. The service in Palmers restaurant was fantastic ... Breakfast really...”
Bernadette
Ireland Ireland
“The breakfast was good, but not amazing and the price they charge for B&B I think It should be absolutely amazing”
Catherine
Ireland Ireland
“Our son gave us vouchers for Glenlo Abbey to experience Pullman restaurant, everything was perfect.”
Rebecca
Ireland Ireland
“Breakfast in the morning room was amazing. One of the very few times that I did not mind paying a crazy amount for breakfast because from the fantastic room with exceptional service it was super. Definitely feels like that five star experience....”
Roslyn
Australia Australia
“Luxurious hotel set in glorious grounds with a lovely view over the Lough and surrounding countryside. The staff were mostly young and friendly and chatting with them made our stay so much more enjoyable. Breakfast was substantial and we enjoyed...”
Olivia
Ireland Ireland
“Everything. Beautiful. Lovely space to stay in. Great rooms and fantastic food.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Palmers Bar & Kitchen
  • Cuisine
    Irish • International
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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