Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway v destinácii Galway

Very happy and enjoyable two nights

We had a disappointing stay in The Maldron Hotel and will avoid it in future. Initially we were checked into the wrong room (ie twin, not double) however this was changed without delay. The room was clean and had the comforts one would expect but the decor is a bit dark and dated. The room was also right above the deliveries door so we were awoken from 5/6am with all the morning deliveries coming in and out of the hotel. The air conditioning in the room was broken and when i reported it i was told it couldn't be fixed and offered two fans (to supposedly further circulate the hot stuffy air in the room?). The hotel brands itself as a "Spa hotel" however this is not the case. there is no pool and guests have to make appts beforehand to use the jacuzzi or sauna. It's much the same as booking into a hotel next door to a Spa. Breakfast was ok and the free secure parking was a bonus. There's also a garage/shop next door in case you need anything else. But overall there's nothing on offer here that you couldn't get cheaper in a two/three star hotel. We paid €170 for a double room (incl breakfast) which in my opinion was overpriced regarding what was delivered.

Great hotel in good location for walking into town. On the edge enough to not get stuck in traffic arriving and departing

The hotel provided clean, basic accommodations and the staff was friendly. The hotel is approximately a 20 minute walk from the main tourist area of Galway. The hotel was easy to get to via car, and did offer free parking.

The. Airconditioning did not work, and they acted like they weren't aware of that. However, most windows in the hotel were open a tiny crack and they had closets filled with fans. The waitress at dinner literally threw the check at us and stomped off, for no reason, as our total interaction with her was ordering our dinner. A server brought the food. Although the room was good size, had a nice bed and TV, I can't recommend it to anybody. Further, I sent similar comments to hotel management three days ago, and still have gotten no response.