Clayton Hotel Galway, GalwayClayton Hotel Galway in Galway, Ireland has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 24 of 29 hotels we score in Galway. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction. Rooms from about $182 a night (cached, not a live quote).Clayton Hotel Galway is a modern four-star hotel in Ballybrit, on the eastern edge of Galway city. It stands directly opposite the Galway Racecourse, about 2 km from Galway Airport, which makes it a practical base for race meetings and events at the Ballybrit grounds. Rooms come with King Koil beds, and guests have access to a swimming pool, sauna, gym, restaurant and free on-site parking. Meeting rooms and family rooms add flexibility for business trips and stays with children. Reviews average 8.5, with guests praising the staff, breakfast and cleanliness. The location is the main trade-off: it is convenient for the racecourse and airport but a drive or bus ride from Galway city centre.What stands out

Opposite Galway Racecourse

Free on-site parking

Pool, sauna and gym

Family friendly with meeting rooms

Watch out for

Outskirts location, far from city centre

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