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Nox Hotel Galway, Galway

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About the Hotel

Headford Road, Galway, Ireland

Nox Hotel Galway offers a modern and convenient stay for travelers in the heart of Galway, positioned just outside the bustling city center. The hotel features an award-winning restaurant, Fork, serving locally sourced dishes in a contemporary setting. It combines comfortable accommodations with easy access to various attractions and business locations. With its proximity to the Wild Atlantic Way, Nox Hotel is an ideal base for exploring the scenic west of Ireland.

Location

Situated on Headford Road, Nox Hotel is conveniently located just 1.5 miles from Galway city center, making it easily accessible for visitors. The hotel is a short distance from local universities, hospitals, and business parks. A bus route nearby and easy access to main roads facilitate transportation, while amenities such as free parking enhance convenience for those traveling by car. It's also close to attractions like the Cliffs of Moher, providing guests with multiple sightseeing options.

Rooms

Nox Hotel features over 100 thoughtfully designed rooms offering comfort and space suitable for individuals, couples, families, and groups. Each room is equipped with cozy mattresses, flat-screen TVs, free high-speed Wi-Fi, and workspaces with data ports. Accessibility is prioritized with specially designed wheelchair-accessible rooms that include accessible bathrooms and ample maneuvering space. The hotel provides options for different needs, including double, duo, trio, and quad room configurations.

Eat & Drink

Fork Restaurant at Nox Hotel is known for its innovative and contemporary dining experience, offering a menu that highlights local ingredients. Guests can enjoy a generous breakfast, tempting lunch, and dinner options served in a trendy open-plan setting. Afternoon tea and a wide selection of herbal teas and Nespresso coffee are also available, making it a popular choice for casual dining. The restaurant is recognized for its commitment to quality and freshness, sourcing food from local suppliers.

Leisure & Business

Nox Hotel offers a variety of leisure and business amenities, including the Olympus Meeting Room which can accommodate gatherings of up to 12 people. Guests can unwind in the stylish hotel bar or watch live sports in the lobby area. The hotel provides complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, free accessible car parking, and is suited for both business travelers and tourists. Nearby indoor activities and tourist attractions ensure that guests can enjoy a well-rounded experience during their stay.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
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23 m² 
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23 m² 
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23 m² 
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Getting around

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City Center
Galway5000 ft
Airports
Connemara (NNR) 20.3 mi
Shannon (SNN) 52.5 mi
Train
Galway Railway Station5000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cell phone charger
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Headford Road, Galway, Ireland
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Headford Road, Galway, Ireland
Nearby
Planet Entertainment Centre
1800 ft
Mall
Terryland Retail Park
1900 ft
Restaurants
Soul Cafe
1700 ft
Terryland Retail Park Headford Road Terryland Retail Park
O'Hehirs Bakery
2500 ft
Headford Rd
Paddy's Poutine
2200 ft
Dominick Street
Golden Mountain Asian Food
1.5 mi
Castlelawn Heights
"Scotty's" Galway
3600 ft
Restaurant
Mocha Beans
2700 ft
Liosban Business Park Tuam Road Liosban business park
Khow Thai restaurant
3000 ft
19A ,Merrion House

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Comfortable
Great breakfast
Bright light
Noise at night
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
7.7
Location
7.3
Service
8.1
Dining
7.7
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 24 review
8.4
8.4/10based on 5002 review
T.
United States of America, April  2024
7.2/10

My experience at the hotel exceeded my expectations. The room was spacious and comfortable, and the breakfast was great. However, the bright light outside made it difficult to sleep, and there was some noise from other guests being up in the middle of the night. The location next to a garage wasn't ideal.

Rooms
8.0
The room was bigger than expected and very warm. Although comfortable, the bright light outside made it hard to sleep at night.
Service
7.0
The service was good with room service available. However, I asked for the heating to be switched off, and it took a bit of time for that to be sorted out.
Location
6.0
The location was convenient, within walking distance to most places, but being next to a garage was a downside.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was delicious and served until late, which was handy. However, the layout was a bit disorganized.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had all the necessary facilities, but it would have been better if the noise level from the garage could be reduced.
Comfortable
Bright light
Stanley
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.8/10

The hotel offered a cozy stay with exceptionally comfortable rooms and a sauna-like warmth that was a welcome relief in the Irish climate. However, occasional noise disturbances were a downside. The location was convenient for accessing Galway City, but the surrounding industrial area could affect the view. The dining options were varied, but road noise was a potential disturbance.

Rooms
8.0
The pinnacle of comfort, grateful for the warmth in this part of Ireland, and the heating was fully adjustable. Like a sauna after the shower had been on, even with the window open.
Service
9.0
The staff was attentive and ensured a comfortable stay.
Location
7.0
The location was ideal for getting in and out of Galway City, albeit surrounded by industrial units and car dealerships.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a huge selection but occasional noise disturbances disrupted the peace.
Facilities
8.0
Various facilities on offer for a convenient stay.
Arthur
United Kingdom, March  2024
8.8/10

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel. The rooms were quiet and clean, spacious enough to relax in, and simply gorgeous. The service was top-notch, offering amenities like room service and car hire. The location was perfect, allowing me to be close to the city while enjoying a peaceful setting. The dining experience was excellent, with a great variety of options to choose from. Overall, a wonderful experience worth the price.

Rooms
9.0
My room was quiet, couldn't hear any traffic outside, and it was clean and big enough. The decor was gorgeous.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, offering room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcome drink.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was perfect, close to the city but in a quiet area. Just a short taxi drive to the town center, it felt beautiful, clean, and safe.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good, with a wide range of choices. The staff was helpful and friendly, making my meal enjoyable.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were outstanding, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
friendly staff
limited breakfast space
Sara
United Kingdom, January  2024
8.0/10

The hotel had a lovely set of rooms, though mine was very stuffy being close to the laundry room. The service was efficient and offered a range of amenities like room service and housekeeping. The location, just outside Galway City, was peaceful and pristine, perfect for exploring without the hustle. The dining experience was delightful with a variety of options, though limited desserts. Overall, a pleasant stay with minor inconveniences.

Rooms
7.0
My room was cozy with tea and coffee making facilities, but it was uncomfortably hot located near the laundry room.
Service
8.0
The staff provided great service with room service and housekeeping available.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location just outside Galway City was peaceful and friendly, offering a quiet retreat within reach of the city center.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was enjoyable with a good selection for breakfast, though desserts were lacking.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.
clean
hot room
Tom
United Kingdom, January  2024
8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was wonderful! The rooms were amazing, very comfortable, and had everything we needed at hand. They were nice, spacious, and very child-friendly. Despite the slight inconvenience of not being able to keep the window open due to noise after turning off the heating, the rooms were lovely, clean, and provided a cozy atmosphere.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were lovely and clean, spacious, and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional! From room service to housekeeping, everything was top-notch. The staff was friendly and accommodating. I would rate it a solid 9.
Location
7.0
The location of the hotel was very convenient for us. It was about a 15-minute walk from Shop Street, making it easy to explore the area. Although there were some minor inconveniences, overall, the location was great.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was fantastic! The breakfast offered delicious options with plenty of fresh produce, from fruit to a full Irish breakfast. The selection of fruit, cereals, juices, teas, coffee, and bread catered to everyone's taste. However, some items were just barely warm, but it was quickly resolved, leaving us with a great dining experience.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel were excellent. Everything from the restaurant and bar to other amenities was well-maintained and provided a comfortable stay.
Kevin
United States of America, January  2024
7.2/10

The hotel had lovely rooms with modern and comfortable reception area, but my room wasn't ready on arrival. The service was satisfactory with available room service, car hire, dry cleaning, and housekeeping. The location was buzzing but a bit cramped and confusing, although it is close to the Galway shopping center. Dining prices were considered high for continental breakfast, and the experience was lacking compared to other hotels. Overall, the stay was a mix of positives and negatives.

Rooms
8.0
The King room, meant to be bigger and nicer than an average double room, had a coffee machine along with the standard tea/coffee service.
Service
7.0
Although I experienced some delays, the service was decent with room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcome drink provided.
Location
6.0
While the hotel was quite busy, the location was convenient for visiting Galway with a short walk into town on a lovely sunny morning.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was at a very high standard, but the price for continental breakfast and extra charges for chips were considered expensive. The offerings were lacking compared to other hotel experiences.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were modern and well-maintained.
John
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.6/10

The hotel had a mixed experience with cozy rooms and attentive servicing, but the summer heat made it uncomfortable. The location offered easy access to both Galway city center and relaxing outdoor dining with some noise from nearby traffic. The dining options were delicious but lacked organization. Overall, a decent stay with some drawbacks to consider.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were a nice size, comfy, but too hot due to the summer weather.
Service
8.0
The room service was attentive and responsive when requested.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient, with easy reach to Galway city center and pleasant outdoor dining options, although some noise from traffic.
Dining
7.0
The dining was delicious with plenty of choices, but the service lacked direction and organization.
Facilities
Micky
United Kingdom, December  2023
6.6/10

The hotel is nestled in a crisp contemporary surrounding but unfortunately located in a very ugly area next to a car dealership and highway. The rooms have an opening window but can be noisy due to air con pipes on the roof. The service offers room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcome drink. The dining experience was mostly positive with reasonably priced options, although some items were criticized for their prices. The hotel is near the main road and local shopping center, convenient for walking to town but plagued by constant door opening due to tourist traffic.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are situated over the kitchen flat roof with air con pipes, which could be noisy when the system starts up. They have an opening window and are located at the end of corridors.
Service
8.0
The service includes room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcome drink.
Location
5.0
Impressed with bedroom and bathroom facilities, but the area next to a car dealership and highway can be very inconvenient.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
6.0
The facilities are decent but impacted by the inconvenient location next to a car dealership and highway.
George
United Kingdom, November  2023
6.8/10

The hotel is a bit far from the city center but still within walking distance to most places. The rooms were a bit dark in the morning but had great amenities like hair dryers and showers. However, we were allocated a disability access room instead of what we booked. The dining experience was decent, serving breakfast until 11 am on weekends, but nothing extraordinary. It's conveniently located close to the hospital with good access to buses, although it's not where we expected it to be. The staff were understanding and the price was reasonable.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, despite being a bit dark in the morning, were equipped with excellent amenities such as hair dryers and showers.
Service
8.0
The staff were very understanding and accommodating during our stay.
Location
6.0
The hotel is a bit out of town but only a short taxi journey away. It offers good access to buses and is close to the hospital.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was standard but served its purpose, with breakfast options available until 11 am on weekends.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel has decent facilities that meet basic needs.
Patrick
United Kingdom, November  2023
7.6/10

The hotel had clean and nice rooms, but the noise from the busy lift and lack of toiletries were disappointing. The location was convenient with shopping centers nearby, but the industrial look was not very appealing.

Rooms
7.0
The room was clean and nice, equipped with a coffee machine. However, being beside the busy lift caused a lot of noise, and there was a lack of toiletries in the bathroom.
Service
8.0
Location
6.0
The hotel is conveniently located just off the highway with shopping centers close by. However, the initial industrial appearance was not very inviting.
Dining
9.0
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.
Sidney
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.0/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were clean and big enough, but being beside the lift made for a noisy morning, and the lack of toiletries in the bathroom was disappointing. The location was convenient, only a short drive to the city centre, although the industrial surroundings reminded me more of a drive-thru. The dining experience had its flaws with self-service difficulties, but the selection and staff were excellent.

Rooms
7.0
The room was spacious and clean.
Service
8.0
The service was good with friendly staff.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient for reaching the city centre by car.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was overall great with a variety of options and friendly service.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-organized and well-maintained.
Convenient location
Noisy mornings
Robert
United States of America, November  2023
7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, with clean and warm rooms featuring private bathrooms. However, it was a bit inconvenient being on the lower level, and despite adjusting the thermostat, the room remained very warm. The service was satisfactory, but there were some minor issues with the facilities. The location was buzzing with a diverse mix of tourists and locals, but it was slightly out of the city center.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were great, clean, and warm with a private bathroom. However, being on the lower level was a bit inconvenient.
Service
7.0
The service was good overall, but there were some minor issues with the facilities.
Location
7.0
The location was buzzing with a diverse mix of tourists from abroad and local people, but it was a bit out of the city center.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good with a variety of options, but it was a bit pricey compared to other places.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate but not exceptional.
clean rooms
warm room
Walter
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.2/10

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with friendly staff in a great location, perfect for exploring the city. However, the view of the trash container and poor Wi-Fi signal can be off-putting. Value for money may vary.

Rooms
8.0
I stayed in a standard double room that was very clean and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff at the hotel were nice and helpful, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Location
9.0
The location of the hotel allowed me to be close enough to the city while enjoying a quiet area, ideal for exploring.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had its highlights, but some dishes were not up to par, such as the poor quality of sausage.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities catered well to a large number of guests, offering a bar area suitable for events like birthday parties.
Greg
United States of America, October  2023
7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was overall great. The rooms were comfortable and well-serviced, although it was a bit warm initially. The location was perfect, with free parking and easy access to Galway city center. The dining experience was enjoyable, offering a nice selection for breakfast. However, the noise levels in the dining room were a bit high at times.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were fine and well-serviced, maintaining our privacy.
Service
8.0
The service was good, and the staff was accommodating.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect, with free parking and convenient access to Galway city center.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was enjoyable, with a nice selection for breakfast.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.
Ian
United Kingdom, October  2023
7.8/10

As a lovely anniversary gift, our stay at the hotel had clean and comfortable rooms, though located somewhat oddly on the ground floor behind the toilets in the reception area. The rooms were well laid out and felt spacious, providing a cozy ambiance. However, the hotel lacks extra amenities like a pool or gym for its slightly higher price.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were well laid out and feel big.
Service
9.0
The service was great, with room service available, and the staff were friendly and accommodating.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location is not ideal as it's a bit out from the city, but it was conveniently located on our approach road to the city and only a couple of minutes from the theatre where we had plans.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent with a great variety of food, and the staff were very helpful and friendly. The price was very reasonable for the quality and service provided.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were ok, offering fresh meats in the dining area.
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