Loughrea Hotel & Spa
53.202537, -8.586373Overview
4-star lakefront hotel with award-winning spa in County Galway
Award-Winning Hotel Overlooking Loughrea Lake
Loughrea Hotel & Spa is a four-star property set on the shores of Loughrea Lake, offering direct views of the Galway countryside. This hotel was named Ireland's Top Rated Wedding Venue in 2024 and its Shore Island Spa earned the Best Connacht Spa award in 2023. The building includes a rooftop garden bar that provides panoramic lake views and is a popular spot for social events.
Shore Island Spa and Thermal Suite
The Shore Island Spa at Loughrea Hotel & Spa offers a thermal suite with an ice fountain, sanarium, and experience showers. Guests can book specialized treatments that are among the most complete in the region, supported by 10 treatment rooms and a relaxation room. The spa includes a solarium and provides spa packages that grant access to the thermal facilities during the stay.
Dining and Evening Entertainment
The hotel operates two on-site restaurants: the Abbey Restaurant and the Lir Bar, both serving local cuisine with gluten-free meal options available by request. Evening entertainment includes live music sessions and themed nights scheduled throughout the year. The Lir Bar also features a bar menu, a wine list, and a selection of kids' meals for younger guests.
Weddings, Events and Business Facilities
Loughrea Hotel & Spa holds the title of Ireland's Top Rated Wedding Venue 2024 and offers tailored wedding packages with dedicated planning support. The conference facilities can host up to 500 delegates and include a business center, fax/photocopying services, and meeting rooms. The hotel also runs year-round social events, from gala dinners to corporate functions.
Location and Local Attractions
Loughrea Hotel & Spa sits a 20-minute drive from Galway city on the N6, providing straightforward access to the Wild Atlantic Way. Nearby attractions include Father Ted's House, the Burren, and Connemara, all within a short driving distance. The hotel is pet-friendly, allowing guests to bring dogs, and offers accessible parking and rooms for guests with mobility needs.
- Location: Overlooking Loughrea Lake, 20 min from Galway city
- Spa: Shore Island Spa with thermal suite, 10 treatment rooms
- Dining: Abbey Restaurant & Lir Bar with gluten-free options
- Weddings: Ireland's Top Rated Wedding Venue 2024
- Events: Conference facilities for up to 500 delegates
- Entertainment: Live music and themed nights year-round
- Pets: Pet-friendly policy allows dogs
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Massage
Solarium
Spa & wellness center
Flat-screen TV
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Room service
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Solarium
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Loughrea Hotel & Spa
| 💵 Lowest room price | 119 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 200 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 41.6 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Connemara, NNR |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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