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5 Ocean Wave, Salthill, Galway, Ireland

Rooms with sea views

Westwinds Guestlodge offers 11 rooms, including double, twin, triple, and quad family rooms. Each room has an en-suite bathroom with a hairdryer, towels, hand soap, and shower gel. Rooms feature cable TV, tea and coffee facilities, and free WiFi. Some rooms overlook Galway Bay. Quadruple rooms include a flat-screen TV, wardrobe, electric kettle, and carpeted floors.

Breakfast with local produce

Breakfast is served from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM, with earlier options available upon request. The menu includes a Full Irish breakfast, cereals, porridge, fruit, ham, and cheese. Freshly brewed tea and coffee are provided, along with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Ingredients are locally sourced.

Salthill Promenade access

The guesthouse is located on Salthill Promenade, a 5-minute walk from the village. Blackrock, at the end of the promenade, is a gathering spot for sea swimmers. The diving tower is popular in summer. Galway city center is a 12-minute walk away.

Galway city attractions

Nearby landmarks include Eyre Square (2 km), Spanish Arch (2 km), and Galway Atlantaquaria (0.5 km). The area is known for festivals, traditional music, and Spanish-influenced architecture. Tour buses pick up guests at the guesthouse for trips to the Aran Islands and Connemara.

Family-run hospitality

Westwinds is family-run, with free private parking and a focus on local culture. Owners Shauna and Mike also operate a catering business. The guesthouse is part of the Wild Atlantic Way, midway between Connemara and the Burren.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Twin Room

2 persons

16 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Double Room

2 persons

17 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Triple Room

2 persons

20 m²

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Quadruple Room

2 persons

30 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

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City Centre

Galway 1.7 km

Airports

Connemara (NNR) 29.8 km

Shannon (SNN) 86.5 km

Train

Galway Railway Station 1.8 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Tennis court
Bowling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Car hire
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Packed lunches

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Live entertainment
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

5 Ocean Wave, Salthill, Galway, Ireland

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5 Ocean Wave, Salthill, Galway, Ireland

City landmarks

Church

Galway Cathedral

2.2 km

Park

Eyre Square

2.0 km

Square

Spanish Arch

2.0 km

Museum

Galway City Museum

2.0 km

Landmark

Quay Street

2.0 km

Church

Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra

2.0 km

University

National University of Ireland

2.2 km

Landmark

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

1.1 km

Castle

Lynch's Castle

2.0 km

Landmark

Galway Bay

1.1 km

Mall

Galway's Latin Quarter

2.0 km

Museum

Nora Barnacle House

1.4 km

Landmark

Hall of the Red Earl

1.3 km

Landmark

The Claddagh Ring Museum

1.4 km

Landmark

Leisureland

1.0 km

Landmark

Lynch Memorial Window

1.5 km

Bridge

Wolfe Tone Bridge

1.2 km

Art object

Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

1.6 km

Landmark

Kirwan's Lane

2.0 km

Landmark

Galway City Karting

1.0 km

Church

St Augustine's Parish Galway

1.5 km

Mall

Eyre Square Centre

2.0 km

Beach

Blackrock Beach

1.9 km

Landmark

Seapoint Leisure

1.1 km

Landmark

Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden

1.9 km

Bridge

Salmon Weir Bridge

2.2 km

Landmark

Celia Griffin Memorial Park

1.2 km

Nearby

157/159 Upper Salthill

Salthill Promenade

410 m

Aquarium

Galway Atlantaquaria

410 m

202 Upper Salthill Road

Caesars Palace Casino

410 m

Restaurants

Lana Salthill Asian Street Food

710 m

224 Upper Salthill

Murrays

730 m

Nile Lodge 1 Salthill Road Lower 1 Nile Lodge

Salt N' Pepper

480 m

228 Upper Salthill

Killorans Bar

910 m

256 Upper Salthill Salthill Park

CoCo

760 m

Western House Salthill

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WESTWINDS GUESTLODGE, Galway – A Smart Stay in the City

About the Hotel

Rooms with sea views

Breakfast with local produce

Salthill Promenade access

Galway city attractions

Family-run hospitality

Choose the Room

Check Dates & Room Rates

Getting around

Amenities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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