Shantallow Travel Guide
Galway
Visit Shantallow
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 Shantallow

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
"Nice hotel!!"
Reviewed on 16 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

Clayton Hotel Galway
"Beautiful property. Exactly what we needed for one night."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026

Flannery's Hotel Galway
"Clean room,"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Shantallow

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.

Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Galway Atlantaquaria are top sights worth seeing.
















