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The Herons Rest Boutique Bed & Breakfast

16a The Longwalk, | City Centre,, Galway, Ireland
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The Herons Rest Boutique Bed & Breakfast
Ranked #21 of 168 Galway B&B and Inns
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Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota
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27 reviews 27 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
130 helpful votes 130 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Our family of four adults stayed here for three nights on our visit to the Galway area. I had seen some negative reviews but noted that they were from several years ago; I am glad I did not heed them. The Herons Rest was absolutely delightful! We had two rooms, each with its own bath, each on its own floor.... More

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new orleans
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

My husband and I stayed at this wonderful B&B for 2 nights. It is a perfect location...right on the water on the edge of town. It is a few minute walk to the center of the action...but just far enough out to be peaceful. The breakfast was the best we had in two weeks in Ireland...fresh everything! Sorcha is the... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

I stayed in The Heron's Nest twice so far and I'm sure I'll stay there again. The house is in a great location, combining a peaceful view over the water with the convenience of being only a stones throw away from the hubbub of the city. The welcome is warm and the breakfasts are particulary fantastic.

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atlanta
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32 hotel reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Last summer I stayed at this wonderful B&B for 2 weeks - so glad i found it! Perfect location with a gorgeous view - right on the water near the spanish arch, unbelievably excellent breakfasts - beautiful and delicious - starts with fresh yogurt parfaits with homemade granola and fruit, fresh baked muffins and scones, fabulous irish cheeses and wonderful... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

We were here on 23rd April as part of a trip round Ireland. A great location on the water's edge, a hundred metres to the town centre and 25 metres from one of Ireland's best restaurants, the Ard Bia. A very friendly welcome, clean and good seized rooms. The breakfast was stunning. I had the salmon with homemade pesto -... More

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Venelles, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Walking along the River Corrib to Galway's small fishing port and searching Longwalk number 16a, I saw a heron standing in front of a door sill and said to myself, "This must be some kind of advertisement." Then it moved. When I met Sorcha on the doorstep of The Heron's Nest Boutique B&B and inquired about the heron, she told... More

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San Francisco, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

My family and I were delighted to be Sorcha's first guests of the season over the recent Easter holiday weekend. From the moment we arrived we knew it was a perfect choice - the location is right on the water with beautiful views from our room, quaint and quiet but literally steps from the pedestrianized center and the spanish arch.... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Nice and very clean b&b near city center. Very good breakfast and excellent coffee. Good bed. The central location made this ideal for walking and exploring the town. Parking place including in the price.

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Ann Arbor, MI
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2012

Comfortable, clean, and wonderfully original rooms, on different levels of this walk up building that, altho fairly new, suits the charming reclaimed area. Perfect location, near restaurants and pubs, with views from our window of the river, filled with swans and the occasional heron (one of which is a sort of house pet). Our host could not have been more... More

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McAllen, TX
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012

Wow. From the personal service to the beautifully cozy and comfortable room, to the meticulously maintained home and amazing breakfast, this was a feast for all the senses. Our host went above and beyond for us, waiting most of an afternoon for Aer Lingus to deliver a lost suitcase while we were out enjoying the day. Breakfast was a foodie's... More

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Address: 16a The Longwalk, | City Centre,, Galway, Ireland
Region: Ireland > Western Ireland > Province of Connacht > County Galway > Galway
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Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Room Service
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Ranked #21 of 168 B&Bs / Inns in Galway
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