Shantallow
Galway
Visit Shantallow
Popular places to visit
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
Quay Street
During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
University of Galway
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Galway during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Galway Harbour
Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.
Spanish Arch
Find out about the history of Galway when you take a trip to Spanish Arch. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Shop Street
During your trip to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shop Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Things to do
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop in Kylemore Abbey
Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Shantallow
The Dean Galway
Amazing Hotel from clean room staff amenities the lot & a 5min walk to centre of everything We shall be back it was just amazing hotel all round loved it Galways amazing & the Dean just made it even more so for is.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Menlo Park Hotel
Clean room. Comfy beds. Great food.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Snug Townhouse
Super cozy. Very clean. Kind staff. Nice shower.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Biscuits and room service menu were not in the room when we arrived. This was corrected and we were offered a free breakfast. I didn't find the beds particularly comfortable despite the blurb about them and the pillows were rock hard. The maid was rude when we said we weren't ready for her to clean ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Eyre Square Hotel
Fantastic location. Lovely bar and dining area with coffee shop addition at the front, nice layout. Room was a tad tiny, but very clean with good supply of toiletries and excellent shower. We had the best of times, would recommend.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Harbour Hotel
Friendly staff, great location, comfortable room. Was in Galway for a few days for business. Easy parking and convenient to walk after arrival. Great staff and the hotel is in good shape. Comfortable room.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shantallow
Kilcorkey
While Kilcorkey isn't home to many top sights, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cloghatisky
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cloghatisky and surrounding area, you can visit Caesar's Palace and Grattan Beach.
Salthill
If you're spending some time in Salthill, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are top sights worth seeing.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
Latin Quarter
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Latin Quarter. A stop by Quay Street or Galway City Museum might round out your trip.
Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.
