I stayed with Kathryn for 6 weeks at her wonderful home! I had a private bed and bathroom, and she even provided space for me in the kitchen as I was there for an extended time. It is walking distance to university and city center as well as very near to the Salthill promenade which was wonderful! I spent my mornings running on the prom and my days walking to my work and the city. You can walk to anything you could need, but the bus is also right outside her home which is very Convenient for the tired or rainy days. My room was adorable and comfortable, I felt at home from the first day I got there. Kathryn and her daughter Rebecca were both there for the duration of my stay and were amazing hosts! They provided the most inviting and comfortable home for me to live in, as well as provided wonderful recommendations for Galway and all of Ireland. Not only were they great hosts, but also became friends along the way, and truly made me feel at home. This was a home away from home, it far exceeded my expectations!! I could never have asked for a better experience!! If you are traveling to Galway you want to stay in Salthill and you want to stay with Kathryn!