Celtic Tourist HostelvsGlenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate
Both hotels are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Glenlo Abbey Hotel scores significantly better than Celtic Tourist Hostel. Glenlo Abbey Hotel scores 85 with accolades from 5 sources such as Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Fodor's.
Celtic Tourist Hostel
Queen St, Just off Eyre Square, Galway
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Kitchenette
Lonely Planet
"This is a small, central multi-level terrace house with glassed-in lounge-cum-TV-room. You can rent bikes here."
Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate
Bushypark, Bushypark, Galway
From $183/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Glenlo Abbey beckons with a lobby that resembles a gentlemen's club, with parquet floors, chesterfields, and leather-bound books." Full review
Frommer's
"About 3km (2 miles) outside of Galway on the main Clifden road, this secluded, sprawling stone hotel overlooks Lough Corrib in a sylvan setting, surrounded by a 9-hole golf course." Full review
Star Service
"This old-school hotel relies on a steady stream of meetings, weddings, incentive groups and weekend leisure travelers looking for a refreshing dose of the Irish countryside." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Five-star luxury, wonderful architecture, a compelling history and a glorious setting in the west of Ireland make Glenlo Abbey Hotel a beguiling and beautiful prospect." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Exceptionally preserved period architectural features are complemented by antique furnishings, sumptuous marble bathrooms, duck-down duvets and king-size pillows, along with lavish breakfasts." Full review