Accommodation and Airport Transfer
We do not arrange accommodation or transport directly, but we're happy to share the options below to help you plan your stay in Galway. Private airport transfers can also be organised.
Please note: Galway English Academy is not responsible for any issues arising from the booking of accommodation or transport.
Accommodation
Host Families & Homestay
- My Room - Rooms available to rent in peoples homes.
- Homestay — Accommodation in local homes in the Galway area.
- Homestay Galway — Host family listings for Co. Galway.
- Hosting Power Ireland — Provides host families for international students.
- Quick Galway — Shared apartments and host family options in Galway.
- Larchill Accommodation — Serviced accommodation on a well-serviced Galway bus route. Contact: larchillaccommodation@gmail.com
Hostels

- Kinlay Hostel — 350m from the school. Clean, friendly, safe and sustainable. Student rate from €140/week.
- The Nest Boutique Hostel — Located in Salthill; 25-minute walk or 15-minute bus ride to the school.
- Woodquay Hostel — 400m from the school. Private and shared rooms available.
- Galway City Hostel — Located in the centre of Galway City.
Student Accommodation
- University of Galway — Student accommodation available during summer months.
- Mezzino Student Accommodation — 35-minute walk or 15-minute bus ride from the school. Contact: eimear@mezzino.ie
- Corrib Village — Student accommodation close to the City Centre.
Hotels & Guest Houses
- The Connacht Hotel — On the outskirts of Galway City; 35-minute walk or bus stop nearby. Mention the school for special rates.
- Travelodge Galway City — 20-minute walk from the school, or 4-minute walk to the nearest bus stop. Mention the school for special rates.
- Guest House on outskirts of city — Affordable private bedrooms (double and twin) with shared bathroom and communal areas. On a well-serviced bus route into Galway City Centre.
Unique Stays
- The Feathers, Ahascragh, Co. Galway — A beautiful Shepherd's Hut in the Irish countryside. A car is required (57-minute drive to the school). Long-term lettings available. Highly recommended!

Transport

- Expressway — Travels between Knock Airport, Shannon Airport and Galway City.
- Citylink — Travels between Dublin Airport and Galway City Centre.
- Bus Éireann — Travels between Shannon Airport and Galway City Centre.