1 Merlin Gate, Dublin Road, Merlin park, Co. Galway, H91 V6Y7 Galway, Ireland
#6 of 99 B&Bs and inns in Galway
Guests' ChoiceBased on 113 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.7
Location
8.4
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.8
Value for money
8.9
Free Wifi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 30, 2025
Barbara
United StatesPillows a little hard and sink didn’t work
Very clean and great host
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 27, 2025
Kai
United KingdomNo
The room was cosy and comfortable, with the bonus of free parking. Stephen is a fantastic host. We received a very warm welcome on arrival, and he gave us really helpful information about the local area. We had a wonderful time and will definitely stay here again when we return to Galway.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 27, 2025
Samuel
Canada- really confortble room - stephen is a really nice host with great tips and advice on Galway and the Conemara .
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 26, 2025
Dinusha
NetherlandsClean, organized. Host was helpful with recommendations and information.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 25, 2025
Gerard
IrelandComfortable bed.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 25, 2025
Emma
United KingdomIt could have been closer to town but the buses were frequent, reliable and affordable.
Everything was clean and fresh, the bed was super comfortable. Stephen was a great host and very helpful and knowledgeable about the local area.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 22, 2025
Amy
AustraliaN/A
Great location just outside the centre of Galway, perfect for if you have your own car. Spacious room with super comfortable bed and the tea/coffee available was a nice touch.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 16, 2025
Larynka
IrelandThe noise from the cars on the road, it was not tea facilities in the room, only in the dining room downstairs, the food was not allowed in the room, the duvet was too warm for the summer.
Very clean and nice decorated bedroom and shower room, everything was looking new, comfortable bed, very friendly and helpful host of the guesthouse.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 11, 2025
Alexandra
PanamaVery Clean
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 9, 2025
Frances
United StatesIt was a little far away from the downtown area
Host was friendly and very helpful
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 7, 2025
Bakó
HungaryEverything was just perfect. Outstanding.
Steve is a suoerb host.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 6, 2025
Brigid
AustraliaThere are lots of signs not to eat or drink in your room and there is a quiet period over night - this didn't bother us as we were out most of the time but it did mean you don't fully settle in to feeling "at home".
Everything was very clean, and it was easy to get to Galway by bus (even if the busses were somewhat irregular, they did come several times an hour!). Our toilet broke during the stay but Stephen was able to fix it, but only offering a full refund if he was unable to.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 6, 2025
Aepriester
United StatesPerhaps our main complaint was that the coffee area was not accessible until 8 (or even later on morning). Since we had reservations for first thing in the morning, and had to leave around 8, this was a bit difficult. It was extremely expensive, but everything was the particular week we were there during the Galway Races.
Stephen was charming and very helpful. The rooms were well-designed and very comfortable. Dining area had facilities for making coffee and tea. Free parking, and the ease of access by public bus into Galway was really appreciated.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 30, 2025
Rosa
ItalyVery nice and welcoming host, and great position close to Galway city centre (about 5 min by car).
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Deirdre
NetherlandsVery clean room, very welcoming host. No pressure or anything to be chatty. Gave some great tips for places in Galway. Nice location and very accessible to the city. Nice to be away from the busy city
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 24, 2025
Catherine
IrelandWarm welcome from Stephen. Very comfortable Spotless clean Accommodation in ideal location near Galway city. Walking distance to Galway Crystal. Parking on site and Bus Stop is close by. Go raibh mhaith agat!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 23, 2025
Elizabeth
AustraliaNo complaints
The location is excellent, and the room very comfortable and quiet. It is a well appointed room with plenty of hanging space and drawers if you wanted to unpack a few things. Guests have use of the dining room and Stephen was very hospitable, friendly and helpful. We appreciated being able to park our car as we didn’t need to use it much during our few days in Galway.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 20, 2025
Sanna
FinlandNice room, friendly and helpful host. It is super easy to get to the city by bus, all day around.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 19, 2025
Franziska
SwitzerlandBeautiful interior, very clean and tidy
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 18, 2025
Sarah
IrelandThe room was beautiful, and incredibly comfortable.one of the nicest beds I've ever slept in while away from home honestly. It was a quiet neighborhood which was also really nice, but still easy to get into the city. Stephen was a wonderful host and really helpful, having some lovely suggestions about the area and where to get food. We almost kissed the guestbook though, and recommend that people remember to scan for it when you get there, as it's full of really useful information about the area.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 8, 2025
Kenneth
United StatesFront door lock was a bit of a puzzle.
Comfortable. Host was friendly and helpful
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 5, 2025
Sandra
IrelandNothing
Location decor attention to detail and great welcome.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 3, 2025
Jacqueline
CanadaOur host, Stephen was exceptional. Very,very helpful and friendly
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 2, 2025
Thomas
United StatesNo outlets in bathroom. Tight quarters for two people.
Our room was clean and updated.
Stayed in June 2025
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