The Connacht Hotel Escorted Experience

The Connacht Hotel Galway is ideally located on the Dublin Road, just minutes from Ballybrit Racecourse, making it a perfect base for the Galway Racing Festival. Its close proximity means you can reach the track in just a short taxi ride, avoiding the stress of race-day traffic. Positioned just a 5-minute drive from Galway city centre, the hotel also offers excellent access to Eyre Square, with regular bus services stopping only a couple of minutes’ walk from the entrance. With convenient transport links, nearby taxis, and easy access to both the racecourse and the vibrant city centre, The Connacht Hotel provides a seamless and well-connected stay for anyone attending the Galway Racing Festival.

The Connacht Hotel Galway offers a great selection of on-site dining and bar options, perfect for unwinding during your stay at the Galway Racing Festival. Guests can enjoy a relaxed yet stylish dining experience in Rueben’s Restaurant, where menus focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and classic Irish dishes with a modern twist. The lively Bar Solo provides a more casual setting, ideal for lunch, drinks, or evening entertainment, with a warm atmosphere that makes it a popular spot to gather before heading into the city. With everything from hearty breakfasts to cocktails and evening meals available on-site, the hotel ensures you have plenty of choice without ever needing to leave.