The Westwood

Guest hou, 3-starUpper Newcastle, Galway, Galway, H91 R7XN, GalwayShow on map

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Very good

Guests rate it highest for service, food and rooms.

Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.2 out of 10, at Upper Newcastle, Galway, Galway, H91 R7XN.

Terrace and Garden Views Enjoy the picturesque views from the terrace and garden at The Westwood. Take advantage of complimentary wireless internet and indulge in the guesthouse's coffee shop/cafe or the snack bar/deli.

Entertainment and Services Unwind in the arcade/game room or benefit from concierge services while shopping on-site. The 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage cater to your every need, ensuring a seamless stay.

Convenient Location Conveniently located near attractions like Quay Street and Eyre Square, The Westwood provides easy access to University of Galway and Music for Galway Limited within a 5-minute drive. Book now to experience the best of Galway.

What this place offers

Elevator
ATM/banking
Shopping on site
Arcade/game room
Multilingual staff
Smoke-free property
Tours/ticket assistance
Snack bar/deli
Parking (limited spaces)
Self parking (surcharge)

Rooms

8.4

Very good

Rated 8.4 out of 10 by 66 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness7.7
Service9.2
Location8.2
Rooms8.7
Amenities8.2
Value7.7
Food & drink8.7

Guests mention

Clean and modern spaceHelpful staff

SIADHE ANGEL
September 2025
This is good for those who just ned a bed at the end of the day and are more up for site-seeing. Its provides the basics.
Location was good for me that I was away from the city center it was quiet it was Secure very…
Mark
September 2025
Room was decent for 1 person to much of a squeeze for 2 people would recommend getting a 2 bedroom one no tv in the room but 1 in the common room where there is a kitchen if you want to cooke
Verified traveler
August 2025
Galway 23/08/2025
Letto piccolo e senza copri materasso. Percepiti insetti durante la notte. Location scomoda se non si ha un mezzo privato. Condizioni struttura buone.
Simranjit
August 2025
The rooms are on the smaller side, and it’s a 7-8 min drive to the city center… apart from that all is good
Verified traveler
August 2025
Better than expected, knowing it was student accommodation. Cleanliness and Bathroom facilities were first rate. Having the kitchen space was good too. Fairly quiet, even though on a main road. The staff were really…
Callum
August 2025
Absolutely fab

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.

Where you’ll be

Upper Newcastle, Galway, Galway, H91 R7XN, Galway

Guests rate the location 8.2 out of 10 — very good.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

No children

No pets

No smoking anywhere on the property

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Pets. Pets not allowed

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

General. Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available

General. Gloves are available to guests

General. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Covid. Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

General. Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

General. Cashless transactions are available

General. Masks are available to guests

General. Events/parties not allowed

General. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

General. Staff wears personal protective equipment

General. Temperature checks are available to guests

General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant

General. Social distancing measures are in place

General. Professional property host/manager

General. Protective clothing is available to guests

Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-in is available

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

General. Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

General. Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about The Westwood

What time is check-in and check-out at The Westwood?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does The Westwood allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at The Westwood?

Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.

Does The Westwood have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Can I check in late at The Westwood?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book The Westwood?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is The Westwood?

Upper Newcastle, Galway, Galway, H91 R7XN, Galway.

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