Nox Hotel, GalwayNox Hotel in Galway, Ireland has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 23 of 29 hotels we score in Galway. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction. Rooms from about $208 a night (cached, not a live quote).Nox Hotel is a modern 102-room property just off Headford Road, about 1.2 km from Eyre Square on the edge of Galway city centre. Rooms suit individuals, families and groups, with flat-screen TVs, hair dryers, showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests get free high-speed Wi-Fi and free on-site parking, and there is a bar, business services and laundry. Fork Restaurant serves contemporary dishes using artisan and homemade ingredients. The location works well for visitors wanting to reach Galway Shopping Centre, the University of Galway and Galway Cathedral on foot. Rooms from around $208 a night. One limitation: the hotel has no air conditioning, which may matter in warm weather.What stands out

Clean, comfortable rooms with large beds

Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout

Complimentary on-site parking

Attentive, polite staff

Watch out for

No air conditioning

Occasional maintenance issues and minor noise

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