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Shearwater Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel in Ballinasloe with spa and indoor pool

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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, body treatments, aromatherapy
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, body treatments, aromatherapy
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Indoor wedding
Indoor wedding
Unwind by the river at Shearwater Hotel & Spa, where upscale comfort and relaxation await. Enjoy shopping on site, aromatherapy treatments at the spa, or a dip in the indoor pool. With fitness classes available and a library nearby to unwind with a good book.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • In-room childcare
  • Children's club

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar

Room options

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Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Marina Point, Ballinasloe, Galway

What's nearby

  • Ballinasloe Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Battle of Aughrim Interpretive Centre - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Athlone Towncentre - 21 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Clonmacnoise - 23 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Glendeer Pet Farm - 24 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Woodlawn Station - 20 min drive
  • Athlone Station - 23 min drive
  • Ballinasloe Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Karibas - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Venezia Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Good Taste Chinese Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bread Basket The - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Shearwater Hotel & Spa

Located near a train station, Shearwater Hotel & Spa is a great choice for a stay in Ballinasloe. You can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and The Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge and a fitness centre are other features.

Languages

English, German, Irish, Polish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 104 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
    • Children's club*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Shopping
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Golfing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom dressing table
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Lowered plug sockets in bathroom
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has 9 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

Dining

The Restaurant – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
The Main Bar – This bistro only serves breakfast. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10.00 per person
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 25.00 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 28 December.

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Carlton Hotel Shearwater
Carlton Hotel Shearwater Galway
Carlton Shearwater
Carlton Shearwater Galway Ballinasloe
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Galway Carlton Hotel
Hotel Carlton Galway
Shearwater Galway
Shearwater Hotel
Shearwater Hotel Ballinasloe
Shearwater Ballinasloe
Carlton Shearwater Ballinasloe
Hotel Carlton Shearwater
Carlton Shearwater Hotel Galway
Hotel Carlton Shearwater
Shearwater Hotel & Spa Hotel
Shearwater Hotel & Spa Ballinasloe
Shearwater Hotel & Spa Hotel Ballinasloe

Frequently asked questions

Is Shearwater Hotel & Spa currently open?

The property is closed between 24 December and 28 December.

Does Shearwater Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Shearwater Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Shearwater Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Shearwater Hotel & Spa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Shearwater Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Shearwater Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 25.00 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing are available.

What is there to do at Shearwater Hotel & Spa and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as rafting, sailing and waterskiing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Shearwater Hotel & Spa also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as an arcade and access to a nearby indoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Shearwater Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, The Restaurant.

Does Shearwater Hotel & Spa have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

What's the area around Shearwater Hotel & Spa like?

Shearwater Hotel & Spa is located by the river. Popular attractions include Ballinasloe Golf Club, which is 6 minutes away by car.

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Shearwater Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable stay
Great stay. Lovely hotel. Very friendly staff.
Hannah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel, friendly and professional staff
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel.
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel. Great pool and hot tub area. Staff very friendly. Met some very nice people
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and friendly staff..
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel 10/10
Excellent hotel. Very good service. Massive room and very comfortable beds. Very friendly receptionists. The TV in the room was massive. Short walk to the local amenities. Our room had a spacious patio. The lobby area where you sit down was like a little library very quirky with all the books and very luxurious comfy sofas. I walked past the bar area and it looked pretty trendy and plenty of people in it. Very big hotel over all. Highly recommended for anyone to stay here and very reasonably priced
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Surprised at the size of the hotel for its location. The sound of water rushing to fill a tank in the middle of the night was unexpected!
Thomas, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Very comfortable and spacious room but noisy.
Room was very comfortable. Lovely leisure centre. There was a concert downstairs though so room was very noisy. It was due to finish at 10.30pm according to reception but didn’t finish until 11.15pm. Would think twice about staying again if there was a function on.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Load noise in the room kept waking me up during the night. Room very cold.
Shane, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice Hotel
Nice hotel.
Martin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good stay. Place to stay when touring Midland.
Thomas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel. Lovely girl in reception when we arrived. We though enjoyed our stay
Johanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely friendly staff, live music on Saturday night , very good Spa treatments , nice and clean rooms, enjoy weekend here.
Monika, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was a little run down. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Hotel
Beautiful hotel. Amazing stay from start to finish. Staff were wonderful, food gorgeous, everywhere was absolutely spotless. Would highly recommend.
Margaret, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel
We had a great overnight stay in the Shearwater Hotel. Hotel is spotless and the staff are very friendly. Rooms are spacious, clean and very comfortable. Its a pity about hotel's location, its not in a very 'picturesque' spot.
Barbara, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel for weekend stay.
Hotel is surprisingly big and very nice. Especially entrance reception area. Room wee bit used but clean. Pool busy need more attention for cleaning. Just one sauna was working that night.
Silvia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All was very good
maureen, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not as clean as it should be.
Irene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Eileen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was gorgeous and realky enjoyed it ,staff though on friday evening were slow with dessert orders and also staff were a little rude at reception when we asked for coffee as we didnt see any available staff in the bar . Overall though we had a pleasant stay and we would recommend it to anyone
Caitriona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Big rooom. Clean and cute. The bar looked adorable. Super nice staff (lady from nyc) would totally come again. It was so nice to stay in a jcie hotel after some sketch air bnbs. Just book this hotel if you are on the fence. Not too far of a drive from the cliffs, stopped at some castles on the way and stooped by a cute little town for sunset and dinner after the cliffs
bobbie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I think they are going through some renovations. We booked two rooms and they were different. I think one had a/c and one didn't.
Harold, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Disappointing
Was very disappointed as had noted to hotel that this couple ( my daughter & boyfriend)had just got engaged if they could make their stay special and there was no acknowledgment at all. Not even a congratulations. Will not be booking this hotel again
Sharon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a lovely stay in the Shearwater Hotel. We did find that the staff were quite standoffish and there was a feeling of being a bit of a nuisance to them, maybe they don’t get paid enough, who knows. The facilities were brilliant though (I was shocked at how good the gym was, especially for a hotel gym!), but we specifically booked a hotel with a sauna (because we LOVE a sauna) but it was out of service which was really disappointing. They did have a steam room which made it a bit better though! We just prefer saunas. All in all, it was a lovely stay. I just wouldn’t run back personally.