WESTWINDS GUESTLODGE, Galway – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
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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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- 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