Our pick
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
Galway, IE
★ 4-star8.6/10966 reviews
0.72 km (0.44 mi) from original
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City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath vs Similar Hotels
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Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
8.5Described as spacious and comfortable, but with some issues regarding hot water.
Cleanliness
8.4Most reviews mention that the apartment was clean and tidy.
Location
8.9Many reviews highlight the excellent location near major attractions.
Close alternatives
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Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Our pick
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
Galway, IE
★ 4-star8.6/10966 reviews
0.72 km (0.44 mi) from original
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
Galway, IE
★ 4-star8.2/101,441 reviews
0.23 km (0.15 mi) from original
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse
Galway, IE
★ 4-star8.3/10772 reviews
0.72 km (0.44 mi) from original
Key differences
Rooms
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments8.5
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse7.8
Cleanliness
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments8.4
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse6.8
Location
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse9.3
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member8.7
Food & Breakfast
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse8.8
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member7.4
Amenities & Facilities
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments8.5
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member7.9
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath amenity advantages
Family rooms
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member amenity advantages
Air conditioning24-hour front deskLaundryLuggage storageWheelchair accessible
Detailed comparison
Guest score
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
8.6/10Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
8.6/10The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
8.2/10Number 31 Boutique Townhouse
8.3/10Rooms
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
8.2Rooms were spacious but had some issues with smells and stained bedding.
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
8.5Described as spacious and comfortable, but with some issues regarding hot water.
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
8.4Rooms were comfortable, spacious, and well-decorated as noted in several reviews.
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse
7.8Several reviews noted small room sizes and issues with cleanliness.
Cleanliness
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
8.0There were stains on pillows and cushions, and issues with drainage smell in bathrooms.
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
8.4Most reviews mention that the apartment was clean and tidy.
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
8.1Rooms were spotless but some comments on bathroom gaps may indicate minor issues.
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse
6.8Carpets and floors were noted as unclean; issues with room odors.
Location
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
9.3Excellent location near the Christmas market, port, and pedestrian streets.
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
8.9Many reviews highlight the excellent location near major attractions.
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
8.7Great central location with easy access to main areas, highlighted positively in multiple reviews.
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse
9.3Convenient location near transportation and city center.
Service
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
8.9Standard quality for this hotel tier; hosts communicated some issues but services like wifi were inadequate.
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
8.7Reviews indicate good service, especially in handling booking errors.
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
8.6Staff were consistently friendly and accommodating, enhancing the overall experience.
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse
8.8Front desk clerk described as delightful and staff organized free parking.
Sleep & Noise
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
—Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
—The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
—Number 31 Boutique Townhouse
—Food & Breakfast
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
8.8Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
8.5Food services were not specifically mentioned in reviews.
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
7.4Breakfast options were frequently criticized, indicating a need for improvement.
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse
8.8Not explicitly mentioned in reviews.
Amenities & Facilities
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
8.2Well-equipped kitchen but missing some essential items like a dish towel.
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
8.5All necessary amenities were provided, making for a comfortable stay.
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
7.9Amenities were adequate but some reviews suggest limited options.
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse
8.3Good amenities like bathroom size and coffee pot, but coffee often missing.
Value
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
8.6Good overall experience but felt some amenities and cleanliness issues detracted from value.
Geata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
8.5Considered good value for the overall experience received.
The House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
8.2Good value overall, although some noted breakfast quality as needing improvement.
Number 31 Boutique Townhouse
8.3Prices compared favorably to other options, but still considered a bit expensive.
Landmarks
City Centre Dockside Apartment - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
Spanish ArchGeata na Cathrach - Galway Lakeside Apartments
Seán DugganThe House Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
Hall of the Red EarlNumber 31 Boutique Townhouse
Magdalene Laundry