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Abacus Guest House: Traveller Reviews

29 Glenina Heights | Dublin Road, Galway, Ireland
Hotel amenities
Special offer
Complimentary bottle of wine
Ranked #4 of 152 Galway B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 141 Reviews
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What travellers say about this B&B/inn
  • Rooms are clean(4)
  • City center(3)
  • Friendly and helpful(3)
  • Very good(3)
  • Would highly recommend(3)
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Buttercup315
Washington DC, District of Columbia
1 review
1 helpful vote
“Abacus Guesthouse . . . A true 'Sister Act'!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 July 2010
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The sole reason I chose the Abacus Guesthouse was entirely based on the reviews from the Tripadvisor community. I was not disappointed!

It is located in a quiet and convenient residential location (buses to the city center are just around the corner, or it's a nice, safe 30 minute walk). Our room was spacious, comfortable and very tastefully decorated (very Feng Shui . . . ahhhhh!). The breakfast selections were made to order, quickly and deliciously served with plenty to choose from (I travelled with a friend who has special dietary needs and she was happy with the selections).

Breege and Louise are true, true professionals and great hosts. They were both friendly and helpful with any and all questions and advice. I especially enjoyed talking to Breege about Whoopie Goldberg and the movie "Sister Act"! It was also nice to find out that Breege is a "Mayo Girl"! In my travels to Ireland I've come to hold a special affinity for my "sisters" from Mayo county.

Thank you Breege and Louise! I look forward to coming "home" to Abacus Guesthouse real soon!

  • Stayed May 2010, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Globetrot09
metro Washington, DC
1 review
1 helpful vote
“Quality of location, service and ambience was head and shoulders above rest.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 June 2010
1
person found this review helpful

I was traveling with a friend to several cities of which Galway was one. The managers were responsive, engaging and very friendly. The amount of sunlight coming into the room was great; and our room was very clean. A full breakfast is included in the rate--because of my special diet (non-gluten, no red meat), I requested special accommodations. The managers were very accommodating and seemed to take special pleasure in ensuring that our stay was pleasant. Also, the neighborhood was safe enough for me to walk home from the downtown area at night. Ayaana T.

  • Stayed May 2010, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Erno219
Sayreville, New Jersey
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
2 helpful votes
“Very good, not great”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2010

Enjoyed the place, comfortable, food good. One minor problem - had to park car on street (half on sidewalk, half on street) due to limited parking. Location is a mile or 2 from city center

  • Stayed May 2010, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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SilviaZafra
Zafra
1 review
“Fantastic place to visit Galway and Conemara...”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2010

I stayed at the Abacus Guesthouse for 2 weeks in May 2010.My friend Carmen and I enjoyed the room, very comfortable and clean...and I specially enjoyed the conversation with the family, all of them are very friendly and helpful. Thanks for all, Gleens and Louise, I promise to visit you when I come back to Galway!

  • Stayed May 2010, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Tullagh1
Donegal
1 review
“A Home Away From Home”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2010

We stayed at the Abacus Guesthouse for a few days in April. The guesthouse is in an ideal location to the Bon Secours Hospital, where my husband was having an operation. Noel and Breege were extremely welcoming and friendly, making my stay very enjoyable. We are hoping to stay there again soon when we spend a few days touring Galway. The guesthouse is in an ideal location for anyone who wants to enjoy the delights of Galway city or spend some time touring the surrounding countryside. We have recommended the guesthouse to many of our friends and we would highly recommend it to any visitors to Galway because of the high quality, friendly warm service.

  • Stayed April 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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