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Start The Festivities WithPre-Christmas Breaks

Start the festive celebrations early with a pre-Christmas city break in Galway. The cobbled streets are dressed in twinkling lights, shopfronts are brimming with gift ideas, and the air is alive with music and laughter. Stay with us this festive season and enjoy:

  • Cosy, stylish rooms right in the Latin Quarter
  • Easy access to the Galway Christmas Market (just a short stroll away!)
  • Seasonal specials and warm winter cocktails at M. Fitzgerald’s Bar
  • The perfect spot for a last-minute shopping getaway
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Continue WithPost-Christmas Escapes

Make the most of the lull between Christmas and New Year with a relaxing city break. Our post-Christmas stays offer the ideal way to unwind, reset, and maybe even dance your way into the New Year with Galway’s famous nightlife just outside our door.

Enjoy:

  • A chilled-out atmosphere after the festive rush
  • Great food, great drinks, and great vibes at M. Fitzgerald’s
  • Time to explore Galway’s cultural gems without the crowds
  • A front-row seat to the New Year’s Eve buzz in the city
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Step IntoGalway's Most Christmassy Bar

Every year, M Fitzgerald’s Bar takes a festive trip back to the 90s. Garlands, tinsel, and twinkling lights fill every corner, creating a cosy, playful atmosphere. The bar buzzes with warmth and laughter, whether you’re enjoying a festive cocktail, or a pint in Mick’s Snug. From retro-inspired decorations to familiar festive favourites, every visit is wrapped in cheerful nostalgia. Come for the craic, stay for the Christmas spirit – there’s nowhere in Galway quite like it.

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Festive Dining Christmas Served at M. Fitzgerald's Bar

From seasonal small plates to hearty winter favourites, M. Fitzgerald’s Bar is your festive foodie stop this Christmas. Warm up with a mulled wine, settle in by the glow of fairy lights, and enjoy our special holiday menus, crafted with comfort and craic in mind.It's also home to the Christmas Beer Tent, which offers a night full of festive fun, serving seasonal drinks like Beer Steins and Mulled Wine, all while listening to the best Christmas tunes in a fabulous atmosphere.

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Stroll Through TheGalway Christmas Market

No Christmas trip to Galway is complete without a visit to the Galway Christmas Market in Eyre Square – just a short walk from The Residence Hotel. Think artisan gifts, bratwurst, crepes, and carousels! Then, glide your way into the festive mood at Galway on Ice, just a short stroll from your hotel room. It’s the ultimate Christmas combo!

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Gift VouchersGive the Gift of Galway

Treat someone special (or yourself!) to the gift of a getaway with a Connacht Hospitality Group Gift Voucher. It’s the perfect present – flexible, thoughtful, and bursting with possibilities.

Use it across any of our properties in Galway – from cosy hotel stays and delicious meals in our bars and restaurants, to even a relaxing round of golf. Give the gift of experiences, memories, and a little Galway magic this Christmas.

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Book Your Christmas Break Today

Rooms fill up fast for the festive season – don’t miss your chance to experience Galway at its most magical. Book now and make this Christmas one to remember at The Residence Hotel.

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