Salthill Travel Guide
Galway
Popular places to visit
Eyre Square
Peruse the modern art and floral displays of this park that takes you away from the bustle of the city.
Quay Street
During your visit to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Quay Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Galway Harbour
Cruise around the scenic sights of Galway Bay, see the historic Spanish Arch, spot charmingly colorful houses and dine in restaurants with water views.
University of Galway
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Galway during your travels in Galway. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Shop Street
During your trip to Galway, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shop Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Spanish Arch
Find out about the history of Galway when you take a trip to Spanish Arch. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Galway: Food and Culture Walking Tour with Tastings
Galway: Day Trip Ferry to Inis Oírr (Aran Islands)
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour
Connemara & Connemara National Park day tour from Galway. Guided.
Top hotels in Salthill
The Nest Boutique Hostel
best place to spend night for solo traveller, dorms and washrooms are clean
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Shoreline Apartments
Excellent accommodation and spectacular views. Clean and comfortable with quick access to Galway. Don’t forget to check out Salthill area as there are some nice places to eat and great pub.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
The Dean Galway
Really love rooftop bar and friendly staff! Great location and hotel! Really nice vibes
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Wonderful but a bit tiny
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Nox Hotel
Good clean fresh hotel, only complaint no face cloth in the shower
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Galmont
My stay at hotel was. Fabulous 👌 Staff very helpful friendly Cleaness spot on had access to everywhere easily Gym 🏋️♀️ i didn't get to use this stay but next i will and swimming spa was well worth it so relaxing i will be back again
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Salthill
Lenaboy
While visiting Lenaboy, you might make a stop by sights like Caesar's Palace and National Aquarium of Galway.
Kilcorkey
While Kilcorkey isn't home to many top sights, Grattan Beach and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cloghatisky
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cloghatisky and surrounding area, you can visit Caesar's Palace and Grattan Beach.
Claddagh
Visitors to Claddagh enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Grattan Beach is worth a stop.
Cappanaveagh
While Cappanaveagh isn't home to many top sights, Leisureland and Caesar's Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
Shantallow
When in Shantallow, you can plan a visit to Galway Cathedral and Galway City Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
