Close to the shores of Lough Atalia, Balcony House is a 5-minute walk from the centre of Galway. It offers comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi and traditional cooked breakfasts. Rooms at the family-run balcony House are decorated in light shades and feature TVs and work desks. They include private bathrooms with power showers, hairdryers and free toiletries. The traditional dining room has bespoke wooden furniture and an open fireplace. Breakfasts use fresh local produce and include homemade breads and cakes. Galway Market is open at weekends, beside Saint Nicholas’ Collegiate, which is less than a 10-minute walk away. Galway Train Station is 1km away and free parking is available at Balcony House.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Galway
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Hortência
    Spain Spain
    The employes and the owner are super gentil, the breakfast is very good and everything was super clean and organized. Also, the place is super quiet, and close from the downtown. You rest very well.
  • Susan
    Canada Canada
    Teresa was fantastic. Very kind and helpful. The room and the food was awesome. Very close to train station. So very convenient. We would absolutely love to come back and stay with Teresa longer
  • Richard
    United States United States
    Theresa, the owner, is adorable and cooks up and excellent homemade breakfast!

Property surroundings

Facilities of Balcony House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Luggage storage
    • Wake-up service
    • Tour desk
    • Ironing service
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Balcony House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 6 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 6 and older are allowed)

    Mastercard Visa Cash Balcony House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Balcony House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

    FAQs about Balcony House

    • Room options at Balcony House include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Triple
      • Quadruple

    • Balcony House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • The nearest beach is just 0.6 miles from Balcony House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Balcony House is 800 yards from the centre of Galway. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Balcony House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Balcony House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.