I received a humorous e-mail before we left, when I explained we'd be visiting the Aran Islands and arriving late. "I've ordered good weather," Ollie noted. Sure enough, he did, but the message echoed a wonderful stay with amazing hosts in a beautiful and central apartment. Another note appeared under our door the morning of our departure with an offer to drive us to the train. Ollie also snuck in a quick tour of the seaside. Mary answered the bell as soon as we arrived and gave us a hearty Irish welcome and simple instructions even though she'd just returned from a long trip. Wouldn't have known had she not said so. The apartment is the best we've had in many airbandb stays. Charming, modern with beautiful, rustic touches, a comfortable king bed, great shower and very central location, in a quiet section. There's even a side balcony with beautiful plantings that screen a large building not yet renovated. There were fresh flowers throughout the apartment. The seafood restaurant 2 doors over is wonderful. It's a quaint, easy walk to the teaming Latin Quarter and many pubs ... though there's plenty right around the apartment, but not as crazy noisy as the center of Galway. Don't even hesitate on this if it's available!