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Galway Hotel Deals Summer 2010

Tuesday, June 29th, 2010
Focus on Galway,
What is special about Galway
Scenery, art, music, eatieries, nightlife, coast near Connemara, a vibrant base for exploring the region.
What is coming to Galway – festivals, events
Rates are always strong in Galway, hotels can be full even off-season (why?) Popular destination with overseas tourists and Irish alike.
Cobbled side streets,
Budget accommodation to 5 star world class luxury.
Current deals include
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Perched on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, Galway is the largest city in the West of Ireland.  It is far from being a sleepy little town however, and its dynamic spirit and picturesque scenery  attract a large population of students and artists.
The pretty cobbled streets, busy nightlife and bustling restaurants are a big draw for overseas tourists and the Irish alike and Galway Hotels are often very busy.  Whilst the economic downturn has forced room rates down in Galway, they have not dropped by as much as other Irish cities.  However, if you keep your eyes open and dates flexible you can still pick up great hotel deals in Galway.
Galway provides a great base for touring Connemara, the Burren and Ireland’s Western region.  It is also has an extensive schedule of events &  festivals and a vibrant arts and culture scene.
Popular annual events include the Galway Races (26th Jul – 1st Aug 2010), the Galway International  Oyster Festival (23 – 26th Sep 2010)  and the Macnas Festival Parade (18th Jul 2010).
We always have some great value hotels deals in Galway here on Hotel Deals Ireland, here’s a roundup of the best of the current offers:
The famous 5* G Hotel Deals – Deals from only €75pps http://www.hotels-galway.ie/hotel-the-g.php
The magnificent 5* Ashford Castle, 20 mins from Galway City for the Internet only special rate of €175pps http://www.hotels-galway.ie/hotel-ashford-castle.php

Our Hotel of the Month is the beautiful 4* Twelve Hotel, with stays from only €44.50

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Perched on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, Galway is the largest city in the West of Ireland.  It is far from being a sleepy little town however, and its dynamic spirit and picturesque scenery  attract a large population of students and artists.

Galway provides a great base for touring Connemara, the Burren and Ireland’s Western region.  It is also has an extensive schedule of events &  festivals and a vibrant arts and culture scene.

Popular annual events include the Galway Races (26th Jul – 1st Aug 2010), the Galway International  Oyster Festival (23 – 26th Sep 2010)  and the Macnas Festival Parade (18th Jul 2010).

The pretty cobbled streets, busy nightlife and bustling restaurants are a big draw for overseas tourists and the Irish alike and Galway Hotels are often very busy.  Whilst the economic downturn has forced room rates down in Galway, they have not dropped by as much as other Irish cities.  However, if you keep your eyes open and dates flexible you can still pick up great hotel deals in Galway.

We always have some great value hotels deals in Galway here on Hotel Deals Ireland, here’s a roundup of the best of the current offers:

  • The famous 5* G Hotel Deals – Deals from only €75pps
  • The magnificent 5* Ashford Castle, 20 mins from Galway City for the Internet only special rate of €175pps
  • Our Hotel of the Month is the beautiful 4* Twelve Hotel, with stays from only €44.50 pps
Let us know if you’ve stayed at any of these hotels and what you thought of them.  Feedback is always welcome!

Ashford Castle: Hotel Deals Ireland

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

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Ashford Castle Hotel, Cong Co Mayo, is one of Ireland’s best known and loved Castles.  Situated on the banks of the river Cong it is within an easy 30 minute drive of Galway City.  The Castle dates back to medieval times and was built in 1228 by the Anglo-Normal de Burgo Family.

Once the home of the Guinness family, Ashford was the chosen location for the producers and stars during the making of the epic film The Quiet Man. It has played host to countless stars and dignitaries down through the years, including John Wayne, Prince Ranier and Princess Grace of Monaco, John Lennon, Oscar Wilde, Edward Kennedy and Brad Pitt.

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On a large private estate of 350 acres, this world class resort sits on the shores of  Lough Corrib.  Ashford Castle offers 5* luxurious seclusion in an idyllic woodland setting.  Popular activities include golf, angling, clay pigeon shooting & archery, river cruising, horse riding and falconry. The grounds themselves are perfect for walks and exploration.

Ashford Castle Deals Lobby

Furnished throughout with luxurious textiles and period furniture, the decor of the hotel is deeply luxurious and lends itself to daydreams of times gone by.  Many of the rooms retain their original features and all are equipped with modern amenities including Broadband connectivity and Interactive TV.

Ashford Castle consistently scores top marks in guests reviews and is renowned as one of the world’s leading hotels. The cost of staying here is in line with the luxury and service offered at the resort, however special offers do come up and the eagle eyed are quick to book them.

Currently offering an exceptional value for money offer of  B&B from €98 pps, why not check Ashford Castle Deals page to see the best of the current offers.