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The Thatched Cottage B&B

B&B Ireland Quality Assured

Claregalway, Galway, H91 DK8W

Review Score: Very Good 7.3/10

13km from Claregalway


Meet your host…

Brian Forde

The thatched cottage b n b is a 19th century thatched cottage. The cottage has been in my family since it was built in 1861. I live here with my wife Caroline and our Labrador Harry. The best of traditional Irish hospitality can be found here and we will endeavor to make you feel right at home and nothing but the best is offered to guests who stay here. Nothing is too much trouble and if you need a hand with your itinerary plans then we are happy to help you. We look forward to welcoming you.

Kilgill
Claregalway
H91 DK8W

A Fáilte Ireland Covid-19 Safety Chartered B&B.
The Thatched Cottage offers bed and breakfast in the relaxed setting of Kilgill, County Galway. The home is a 19th century thatched cottage and has been in my family since it was built in 1861. A 25-minute drive from Galway City, this 19th-century cottage has a garden and terrace, and provides free Wi-Fi and parking. Your friendly hosts will welcome you with the finest of Irish hospitality and are on hand to offer advice and information on the surrounding area. The bedrooms are spotless and comfortable and a delicious breakfast is served each morning. Cash payments only. Credit and Debit cards are not accepted at this property. For group bookings of 6 or more pax, please contact the property directly to verify availability. Bookings for 6 or more pax must be cleared by the property prior to arrival.

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How to get here

Thanks for your booking - Caroline at the Thatched cottage BnB here to confirm your reservation.

A top tip to locate the BNB is to download the app WAZE and input the Eircode H91DK8W and it will bring you straight to the b n b, otherwise follow the below directions.

If you have not done so pls confirm your check in time, noting check is from 3.30-10pm unless an earlier time as been previously agreed.

Directions:

Travelling from Galway the easiest way and the way that I strongly suggest you follow to the b n b is to travel north on N83 to Claregalway. DO NOT TRAVEL ON THE MOTORWAY M17 as we are off the old road. From Claregalway continue north on to Lydons Knockdoe (do not turn left nor right off this road (GPS will attempt to turn u off) and you will reach Lydons Pub Knockdoe ~ 5km). From Knockdoe continue straight on N83 for 2km further taking the first left by CURRANDRUM national school, the house is just under 2km on the right.

Sat Nav: Lat (53.403324) - Long (-8.936559)

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Facilities

  • Cot Available
  • Cycling
  • Fishing within 5kms
  • Golfing within 5kms
  • Hair Dryer
  • Horse Riding
  • Internet Access
  • Ironing
  • No Smoking House
  • Private Car Park
  • Tea In Bedrooms
  • TV in Bedroom
  • Walking
  • Wi-Fi

Customer Reviews

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Overall Score

7.3/10
Very Good

 

Scott & Deanna

13 Apr 2026 
Review Score: 9/10

Caroline and Brian (Bryan?) were wonderful hosts! Our favorite parts of the stay were chatting with them at breakfast each morning. Truly lovely people who were very helpful! The room worked well for us and things were clean and tidy. The location was great for our day trips to Galway, Cliffs of Moher and Cong. We absolutely recommend this family and their location. All our best, Caroline! We hope to return soon.

Donna

29 Mar 2026 
Review Score: 2/10

We had a quick stay at the Thatched Cottage. Close to Galway center and delicious food at Peggy's restaurant. The inn itself was a little disappointing as there were no pillow cases on the pillows and the bathroom could have been cleaner.

Host's Reply:
Dear Donna I must totally dispute this review under noi circumstances were my pillows left without covers I would ask you to provide photographic evidence or remove these lies from this site Under NO CIRCUMSTANCE would my pillows have no covers, under NO circumstances and I am furious that you would say such when its untrue I have no idea what the problem was but I am assured it was not lack of pillow cover

Günther Münzenmaier

28 Sep 2025 
Review Score: 8/10

Tom Mac Arthur

18 Aug 2025 
Review Score: 9/10

Very lovely b&b. Great host, Great Breakfast. Fantastic location. The family Room we stayed in was big enough, tidy and well decorated. You need to like dogs.

Host's Reply:
thank you so much Tom for your review and for the comment in relation to the dogs as they are very much part of the family all the best carolin

Leslie

25 May 2025 
Review Score: 10/10

Pleasant homey cottage. Clean and comfortable. Lovely “full Irish” breakfast. Nice host with good recommendations for food and exploring the area.

Host's Reply:
Hi Leslie I am glad you enjoyed your recent stay with us and wish you all the best

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