The Continental Boutique Residence, Galway - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

76 Salthill Road Lower, Galway, Ireland

“I loved how close it was to the sea in Salt Hill.”view full review

The Continental Boutique Residence, an 18th-century accommodation in Salthill district of Galway, sits near blue flag sandy beaches in one of Ireland's most popular holiday destinations.

Custom-Designed Room Features

The Continental Boutique Residence offers rooms with bespoke timber floors and contemporary tiled bathrooms. Each room features a Smeg mini fridge, flat-screen TV, and seating area.

Ground Floor Dining

The Bay Lounge operates on the ground floor.

In-Room Refreshment Services

Tea and coffee making facilities are available in each bedroom.

Central City Location

The Continental Boutique Residence positions guests 1 miles from National University of Galway and 40.5 miles from Shannon Airport.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Comfy Double Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Biggy Double Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Roomy Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Galway 1.6 km

Airports

Connemara (NNR) 29.7 km

Shannon (SNN) 86.4 km

Train

Galway Railway Station 1.8 km

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Spacious and Stylish

“I was really impressed with the spaciousness of my room. The decor was quirky and beautiful, making for a unique atmosphere during my stay. The cleanliness was perfect, which made me feel right at home.” view full review

Cozy Ambiance

“While the room lighting was a bit dim for my taste, I found it contributed to a cozy and intimate feel. It was a great setting for relaxing after a long day of exploring. I loved it despite the darker tones!” view full review

Immaculate Bathroom

“The bathroom in my room was spotless, with a lovely shower that worked well. I appreciated having all the toiletries provided, which made my routine feel more convenient and enjoyable.” view full review

Comfy Bed Experience

“I had a wonderful restful night in the bed, which was surprisingly comfortable. Despite a few sounds from nearby areas, the bed itself provided a great sleep experience. Recommended for a good night's sleep!” view full review

General

Wi-Fi

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Room features

Sitting area

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

76 Salthill Road Lower, Galway, Ireland

Map view

76 Salthill Road Lower, Galway, Ireland

City landmarks

Park

Eyre Square

1.9 km

Church

Galway Cathedral

1.9 km

Landmark

Quay Street

1.9 km

Square

Spanish Arch

1.9 km

Museum

Galway City Museum

1.9 km

Landmark

Salthill Promenade

940 m

Castle

Lynch's Castle

1.9 km

Aquarium

Galway Atlantaquaria

940 m

University

National University of Ireland

1.9 km

Church

Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra

1.9 km

Landmark

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

940 m

Mall

Galway's Latin Quarter

1.9 km

Landmark

Galway Bay

940 m

Beach

Blackrock Beach

1.8 km

Landmark

Riverside Walk

940 m

Museum

Nora Barnacle House

1.3 km

Landmark

The Claddagh

940 m

Bridge

Wolfe Tone Bridge

940 m

Landmark

Leisureland

1.2 km

Landmark

Kirwan's Lane

1.9 km

Bridge

Salmon Weir Bridge

1.9 km

Landmark

Shop Street

1.9 km

Landmark

Hall of the Red Earl

1.9 km

Landmark

The Claddagh Ring Museum

1.9 km

Landmark

Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden

1.8 km

Art object

Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

1.9 km

Landmark

Seapoint Leisure

1.2 km

Landmark

Lynch Memorial Window

1.9 km

Market

The Market

1.9 km

Landmark

Sports Field

2.3 km

Nearby

Bridge

Wolfe Tone Bridge

530 m

Store

Mortons of Galway

380 m

Restaurants

Murrays

440 m

Nile Lodge 1 Salthill Road Lower 1 Nile Lodge

Supermac's & Papa John's

760 m

Upper Salthill

Lana Salthill Asian Street Food

850 m

224 Upper Salthill

The Secret Garden Galway

940 m

4 William Street West

Salt N' Pepper

870 m

228 Upper Salthill

Giovannis Galway

1.1 km

4 Dominick Street Upper

Vinnie's

1.1 km

17 Dominick Street Upper

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

60%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.6

Location

7.0

Service

6.8

Dining

5.8

Stanley

United Kingdom, March 2025

7.2/10

My stay at The Continental Boutique Residence was rather disappointing. While I appreciated the quirky decor upon arrival, the lack of basic amenities like breakfast and bar facilities left me frustrated. Overall, it felt overpriced for what was offered.

Rooms

5.0

The room was uncomfortably warm with a non-working fan and had a poorly designed bathroom that flooded every time I showered.

Service

5.0

I found the service lacking due to no one being at reception when I needed assistance, plus I had to navigate around workmen just to get to my room.

Location

5.0

The location was decent, as it was close to the city center and the beach, but that wasn't enough to compensate for my overall experience.

Dining

5.0

There were no dining options available during my stay, not even breakfast, which was a huge letdown.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were very limited; there was no bar, the kitchen wasn't operational, and I had to drink tap water out of a mug as there were no glasses provided.

Peter

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.0/10

I recently stayed at The Continental Boutique Residence and found the decor to be quirky and beautiful, though the cold temperatures in the rooms were quite uncomfortable. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the location was ideal, being close to the promenade. However, the noise from the reception and the inability to control the heating made for a less than perfect experience.

Rooms

6.0

While the room was spacious and beautifully decorated, I found it to be very cold during my stay. Additionally, being on the ground floor meant I could hear everything from the reception area.

Service

8.0

The staff were genuinely friendly and helpful. They made me feel welcome throughout my stay, which was a plus.

Location

8.0

The location was fantastic, right between Salthill and Quay Street. It was also conveniently near the promenade and local dining options.

Dining

7.0

I appreciated the unique breakfast bag offered. It was a pleasant surprise, especially since I wasn't expecting a hot breakfast service.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were nice, apart from the heating issue. The inability to adjust it at my discretion was quite frustrating.

Jimmy

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.0/10

I had mixed feelings about my stay at The Continental Boutique Residence. The decor was absolutely quirky and beautiful, creating a lovely atmosphere (I really appreciated the cleanliness too!). However, the lack of a functioning bar and kitchen for breakfast was a significant letdown, especially given the price. Overall, while the location and staff were fantastic, I felt the basic amenities really fell flat for a boutique hotel experience.

Rooms

6.0

The room was spacious and stylish, but I could hear every little sound from the reception area because the walls were so thin (definitely not ideal for peace and quiet!).

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I really felt looked after, especially by a host who was both helpful and humorous (he made the experience nice).

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly situated between the city center and Salthill, making it easy to explore local attractions (I loved being close to the beach!).

Dining

5.0

Unfortunately, there was no breakfast service available during my stay, which was disappointing given the lack of notice when booking (so I had to find nearby cafes for a meal).

Facilities

5.0

The temperature control in the room was quite poor-I was really cold during my stay. It was frustrating not being able to adjust the heating to my liking (perfectly fine if you enjoy a chill!).

Aiden

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.8/10

My stay at The Continental Boutique Residence left much to be desired. The proximity to attractions in Salthill and Galway city center was a definite plus, but the overall experience was greatly hindered by several issues. The noise from the busy road and thin walls made it difficult to relax, and I found the room facilities quite lacking.

Rooms

5.0

The room was very warm, lacking air conditioning and with a fan that didn't work. Noise from the corridor and the street was clearly audible throughout my stay. The ensuite shower created a mess on the floor, and the tiny washbasin was impractical.

Service

5.0

I did appreciate the friendly demeanor of the staff. but the lack of personnel at reception was quite noticeable, especially when I encountered issues needing assistance.

Location

5.0

The location is excellent, just a short walk down to the promenade. and very close to local attractions in Salthill and Galway city center, making it convenient for exploring.

Dining

5.0

There were no dining facilities available during my stay. It was disappointing not to have even a simple breakfast option, as the lack of a bar or dining area was unexpected.

Facilities

5.0

The amenities were minimal with no included toiletries or proper refreshments. I was unhappy with the absence of basic necessities like a wardrobe or drinking water.

Layla

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.8/10

I had mixed feelings about my stay at The Continental Boutique Residence. The decor was quirky and the staff very friendly, but the cold temperatures and noise levels were quite disappointing.

Rooms

6.0

I appreciated the spaciousness of my room, but it was cold and I couldn't adjust the heating, which was a problem for me. Also, the thin walls meant I could hear everything happening in the hallway.

Service

6.0

The staff were welcoming and helpful during my stay. However, the overall service was marred by my discomfort from the cold and lack of control over the heating.

Location

8.0

I loved the location, being close to both the town centre and Salthill promenade. It made exploring so convenient and enjoyable.

Dining

7.0

I found the breakfast bag to be a nice touch, especially since I already knew not to expect a hot breakfast service. There are also plenty of dining options nearby.

Facilities

5.0

While I found the facilities clean and well-decorated, the inability to adjust the heating was a significant downside for me.