Shearwater Hotel & Spa

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.0

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.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Barbara
United States United States
“The location was great for us visiting relations in the area. We were surprised at how reasonable the restaurant prices were for dinner. We took advantage of the indoor swimming pool on two occasions.”
Trevor
Ireland Ireland
“Great location, walking distance to town. Fantastic facilities, pool, gym, dinner, breakfast and bar were all top class.”
Christopher
United States United States
“Location and easy access. The facility has everything to facilitate your desires, whether your travels are business or pleasure. I found the staff amazing. No matter my inquiries or interests..the staff came through!”
Declan
Ireland Ireland
“The moment we stepped inside the front door we kept experiencing surprise after surprise at how modern, spacious, comfortable, and friendly this lovely hotel was. TY.”
Kathleen
Ireland Ireland
“Lovely hotel - absolutely no complaints whatsoever.”
Gregory
United States United States
“The room was large, clean and had a very comfortable bed”
Christine
United States 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 Ireland
“I had expected drinking water in the bedroom but instead I had to use tap water.”
Angie
United States United States
“It was clean. The staff was informative and friendly. It was also close to a grocery store.”
Karen
Ireland Ireland
“Breakfast great, room OK would have loved a opening doors to deck, dinner fab, staff helpful and friendly.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Irish

Amenities of Shearwater Hotel & Spa

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply

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