Westwinds Guestlodge

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Staff

9.5

This charming family-run guest house overlooks Galway Bay, and offers free private parking on site. The beach is just across the street, and the city center is a 10-minute walk away. Some rooms benefit from sea views, and all have private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and cable TV. Decorated in traditional style, rooms at Westwinds Guestlodge also come with tea and coffee making facilities. Breakfast is provided in the morning and a range of restaurants can be found in the center of the city for evening dining. The resort area of Salthill can be reached in 5 minutes on foot. Westwinds is also just 5 minutes’ drive from Galway Golf Club.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Galway, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Souza
Germany Germany
“It felt like home. It was my first stay in an B&B and I really enjoyed the experience.”
Thomas
United States United States
“The breakfast was great and the host was very gracious and helpful. The location was perfect 20 minutes to Galway City and short walk to Salthill.”
Thierry
Canada Canada
“Location is great! Walking distance to everything. The b&b is charming and everything exceeded our expectations. Best breakfast on our trip!”
Marschel
United States United States
“Excellent location. Walkable into Galway centre in one direction and also along the lovely Salthill promenade in the other direction. Shauna, owner and host, is a 10 star travel advisor, breakfast provider, and a generally warm and welcoming...”
Schroeder
United States United States
“Shauna was a wonderful host! We had a great recommendation for dinner from her, and she also had great advice for getting our rental car towed away and a new one lined up. The room was comfortable, and the bed was nice to sleep on. Breakfast was...”
Laurie
United States United States
“Location, location, location! Amazing walk into downtown Galway and short walk to lovely pubs and diving area. We loved being right on the water especially because central Galway is a bit tourist-y and crowded. Delicious breakfast!”
Theresa
United States United States
“Beautiful conveniently located property in Galway. Delicious breakfast. Staff very accommodating of our late arrival. Breakfast staff was superb. Room was comfortable and clean. Would stay again.”
Tammilin
United States United States
“Views of Galway Bay are awesome! Breakfast was cooked to order and her breakfast set up offered plenty of options to choose from! Would definitely stay here again!”
Margaret
United States United States
“Very clean and great location. Super accommodating when asked for a ground floor room.”
Sean
United States United States
“Shauna was a pleasure to deal with! We booked day of and were getting in a bit after normal check in and it wasn't a problem. The beds and bathrooms were nice and the location is great for walking to restaurants/sights. I would stay again.”

Host Info

9.5
Host Review Score
Overlooking the famous Salthill Promenade, Galway Bay and the Clare Hills, Just 12 minute walk from Galway city centre, Westwinds Guesthouse is set over-looking the best of the Wild Atlantic Way on the scenic route to Connemara and County Clare. With flat screen TVs in all rooms at Westwinds Guesthouse featuring free WiFi, and free tea and coffee. Rooms also include an en-suite bathroom with a hairdryer. Some rooms also enjoy beautiful sea views. Full Irish breakfasts and other options are served each day, in our breakfast dining room all made from locally sourced produce. My husband Mike and I own and run a catering company called Corrib Catering, so your Breakfast each morning is cooked to order by myself. Free parking is available directly outside the house, and our Guesthouse is located on Salthill’s coast road over looking the Sea and opposite the promenade
My name is Shauna, I operate the guesthouse with My husband Mike, We own and run a catering company called Corrib Catering. It is the family home of my parents Paddy and Rita who purpose built, set up and operated the Guesthouse 15 years ago, they built up a fantastic business before retiring 5 years ago. They live in the house still love to interact with our guests and are on hand at all times for chat, information bookings, reservations and recommendations.
Our neighbourhood is very safe and scenic ..you will enjoy it so much.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Westwinds Guestlodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront

House rules

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Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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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

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.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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