We really enjoyed our stay at Brendan and Beatrice’s place. If you only have a couple of weeks to look for more permanent housing in the Galway area, as we did, this is the place to stay (it’d be great for short-term stays as well I’m sure). Brendan and Beatrice are extremely kind, and were very helpful in offering us tips about Galway and the surrounding area as well as advice when requested.
The location is very convenient, as their home is just a very pleasant 1-km or so walk from downtown and the university. Bus 407 to Eyre Square also stops just a few feet from their doorstep every 30 minutes, offering a couple convenient ways to get into the city. We had full access to their kitchen, a designated space in the fridge, and were able to use their washer and hang our clothes on their clothesline, which we especially appreciated due to our longer-term stay. The room is very private, and interaction with guests staying in the other room was minimal, but it was still enjoyable to converse with the other guests in the common area when our schedules did overlap.
Whether you’re in Galway for a longer stay or just dropping by for a night, we would highly recommend staying at Brendan and Beatrice’s place!