Hotel review: Galway three-star promises ‘outrageous comfy’ beds and almost all mains under €20

Galway’s Nox Hotel could be a four-star, but it’s made a smart decision in choosing to exceed expectations with three... as a brisk trade of locals, tourists and work stays reveals

Inside Nox Hotel, a Galway three-star punching above its weight

Pól Ó Conghaile

Simple hotels that know what they are and do it well are the bread and butter of Irish hospitality. But they often go unsung — due to a lack of glamour, celeb chefs or big marketing bucks.

Nox is one. Here’s a three-star nestled just off the busy meeting point of Galway’s Bóthar na dTreabh and Headford Road — at first glance, a forgettable roadside stop. Step inside, however, and the gentle surprises begin.