So much to do, So little time.

People can’t help falling in love with Galway. Within a few minutes walk of any Ashford Accommodation, you enjoy have access to dozens of pubs, clubs, restaurants, cafes, wine bars, art galleries, and book stores... whatever you fancy! If you’ve been to Galway before, you understand the attraction. Take a walk down Shop Street on any given day and you begin to sense the energy.

Galway is widely regarded as one of the finest centres for art and culture in Europe.

Boasting a brilliant traditional music scene, world-class theatre, a plethora of festivals, including the arts festival, race week, the Oyster Festival, Galway has no shortage of activities to captivate and inspire your curiosities. Experience it for yourself and appreciate why Galway lingers in the hearts and minds of visitors long after their departure.

Visit our links page for more information on the numerous festivals Galway hosts throughout the year.

Outdoor Amenities Abound:

What sets Galway apart from other major European centres of culture is its connection to the outdoors. Galway is very much a part of the natural landsape that surrounds it. Staying in Galway you need not go far to experience Ireland's wild beauty. Take a walk to the end of Nimmo’s Pier and soak up the view across Galway Bay. Watch the torrent of water flowing down the River Corrib. Sense the wildness that underscores Galway’s connection to its surrounding landscape.

Of course enjoying Galway's superb natural environment need not be contemplative. Visitors are afforded a plethora of recreational opportunities. Whether you fancy golfing, fishing, hill walking, horse riding, cycling, sailing, or swimming, we’d be delighted to assist in organizing your various outings.

Galway is regarded as the gateway to the West of Ireland, Galway is regarded as the gateway to the West of Ireland, with its rugged and wild landsape of mountains, boglands and islands. Galway is the natural launching point for excursions of into the Cliff's of Moher, the Burren, the Aran Islands, and Connemara. Ashford Accommodation works with several tour companies who run daily trips into these inspired landscapes. We'd be happy to arrange an outing on your behalf.

Planning Your Itinerary:

Consider spending a couple extra days in Galway to take full advantage of its central locality. You won’t regret it. By basing yourself in Galway, and experiencing its daily rhythms you can experience the best of the West by day and the lively craic of Galway by night: an unforgettable combination indeed! In the end, no matter how long your stay, whether one night or a week, you’ll leave wishing you had more time in Galway.