My husband and I stayed here for 4 nights and loved it. Apartment was spotless and is exactly as pictured and described. We only used public transportation in Ireland, and it is very close to the bus and train stations. It is also just a few minute walk to most things we wanted to do in Galway. We do live in a city, but we did not think it was too noisy. I mean you are centrally located in just about the heart of everything so you are going to hear some cars and people:) but it wasn't disruptive to us at all. Loved having a washer/dryer although coming from the US I always have trouble with these things, but there is a handy manual that helps if you remember to read it first. Loved our time in Galway and was grateful I booked this place.