Salthill Travel Guide
Galway
Visit Salthill
Popular places to visit
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
Quay Street
During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
University of Galway
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Galway during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Galway Harbour
Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.
Shop Street
During your trip to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shop Street. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Spanish Arch
Find out about the history of Galway when you take a trip to Spanish Arch. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Cliffs of Moher Hiking Tour from Galway - Small Group
Top hotels in Salthill
The Nest Boutique Hostel
"Even though the property is outside of the tourist area, the local bus, line 401, picks up and drops off almost exactly in front of the property. I enjoyed having access to a washing machine and dryer (5€ for a load to wash, 5€ for a load to dry). On my first morning, I had the breakfast at the hostel, ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Shoreline Apartments
"Only part we didn’t like was the dryer didn’t dry. Other than that it was perfect."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
The Dean Galway
"Great hotel with excellent facilities. Location spot on too."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
The Galmont
"The room was rather Spartan. No drawers for clothes. Plumbing was primitive( some sort of pump toilet). All electric was slave to key card. No idea how to turn on anything including coffee brewer, individual light switches, and several room lights. Only a comforter on the bed, no sheets resulting ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Nox Hotel
"very good breakfast. Our room was close to road and very noisy"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway
"The only thing I would say negatively is don’t book breakfast. We had booked breakfast, my husband and I both thought that it wasn’t worth the price, scrambled eggs were cold, sausages were cold didnt have bacon as it was very greasy looking. A continental breakfast might be the option you could ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Salthill
Galway City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Galway City Centre. Make a stop by Galway Shopping Center or Eyre Square while you're exploring the area.
Latin Quarter
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Spanish Arch might round out your trip.
Claddagh
Claddagh is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Grattan Beach and Galway Bay.
Renmore
When in Renmore, you can plan a visit to Lough Atalia and Eyre Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Terryland
Terryland is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Yew Tree Maze and Planet Entertainment Centre while you're in town.
