We had the best stay in Irene’s lovely property in Galway and would highly recommend staying here. When we choose an Air BnB, we typically prioritize 1) a comfortable, clean space; 2) a stellar location for ease of exploring an area; and 3) a reputable host that makes communication easy. Irene gets an A+ on all fronts! As the pictures indicate, the Suite has the most spectacular views of the river, but the unit itself is also just really cute and spacious. We were traveling with our 14 month old son and Irene bent over backwards to accommodate us, including a crib, high chair and loads of family friendly recommendations. She also just upgraded the bed in the “adult” room to a very comfortable and spacious queen, so don’t worry if you see reviews about a smaller double bed. Like most historical buildings, the unit is on the third and forth floors of a building without an elevator. We didn’t mind that at all as it made for the stellar views and added to the charm, but those with issues with stairs should be aware.
The location is unbelievable - we walked everywhere you could possibly want to in Galway and didn’t need our car except for a day trip to nearby Ashford Castle. The river is central to everything and we felt incredibly safe the entire time.
Perhaps most importantly, Irene is probably the best AirBnB host we have ever had - and we have had some great ones before! Her communication was timely, she was so kind and flexible when our exact arrival time was hard to predict while flying in from overseas, and she included so many thoughtful details like local cheese and crackers upon arrival and the best local recommendation book I’ve ever seen! She was respectful of our space while also feeling like a true “host” that seemed to take pride and joy in her lovely town and property. Our stay was made so much better because of Irene’s personalized recommendations and suggestions.
Don’t agonize over your decision of where to stay - book here and you will be very happy with your choice. Thanks again, Irene!