Salthill
Discover the magic of Salthill 🏖
Fancy a break in the coastal seaside resort of Salthill? This traditional holiday spot overlooking Galway Bay is only 3km west of Galway city so you’ll not be far from the shops, pubs and clubs. If you want easy access to beaches and savour the vibrant and energetic atmosphere of the “City of the Tribes” this is the place to stay.
This well established holiday destination offers the best of both worlds and is probably best known for its 2 mile long promenade overlooking Galway Bay. You can enjoy a variety of watersports, fishing or take a leisurely stroll along the promenade. And along the “Golden Half Mile” you’ll find a selection of great hotels, pubs and restaurants, and of course if you are feeling lucky, have a flutter in one of the casinos. Just imagine tucking into a large bowl of hearty seafood chowder after all that fresh Atlantic sea air!
A popular attraction for all the family is Leisureland, a modern leisure centre and theme park right on the promenade. Features include a 25-metre 6-lane competitive deck level pool, a warm up pool as well as a kiddies leisure pool. It also has a health and fitness suite with a gym, sauna, steam room and a massage treatment centre. During the summer months the complex also has a large amusement park on the seafront site with everything from bumper cars to waltzers to the iconic big wheel.
Where to stay 🧳
Salthill has a wide range of comfortable accommodation options from hotels, guesthouses, self-catering holiday apartments to B&B’s and campsites to choose from.
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Summer in Salthill 🩴
When the sun comes out Salthill really comes into its own. Beachgoers from all over the county and beyond flock to the this seaside resort to soak up the experience that is unique to this wonderful place.
How to get to Salthill 🚶♀️🚴🚌
Due to the close proximity with Galway city you can travel on foot, by bike, by bus or by car.
From Galway City by bus take Bus Eireann, route 401 from Eyre Square. Salthill is an affluent suburb of Galway City, less than 3km from the city centre and so is also easily accessible by walking or cycling along the promenade which starts at The Claddagh. Alternatively travel by car by following the R336 west from Galway to Salthill.