Award-Winning Wedding Venue In Galway Clayton Hotel Galway is the proud recipient of a number of wedding-related national awards, most recently winning “Top Rated Venue Connaught” by WeddingDates which was judged based solely on the reviews of past wedding couples. This is the second time we have won this award with the first being in 2020. We are also through to the final stages of the 2023 WeddingsOnline Awards in two categories; ‘Wedding Hotel Venue of the Year Connaught’ and ‘Wedding Venue Co-ordinator of the Year – Debbie Foott’. The hotel has previously won both awards on multiple occasions. Our wedding function room was also previously voted as ‘Best Ballroom in Ireland’ at the RSVP Wedding awards. These awards reflect the exceptional service you can expect to receive and the magical wedding day in Galway that you and your loved ones will experience at our fabulous hotel.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Debbie Foott

We are delighted that you are considering Clayton Hotel Galway as your wedding venue. Our aim is to make both you and your guests feel relaxed and well looked after by our experienced and dedicated wedding team. To find out more about why we are the perfect venue for your big day, reach out to us today. Your dream day at Clayton Galway is only a click away.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2007

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Clayton Hotel Galway

Wedding Venue Type

Hotel

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

450

Reception Capacity

450

Wedding Venue Accommodation

No. of Bedrooms

195

Sleeps No. of People

420

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available

Wedding Licence

Dancefloor Available

Wedding Venue Details

Ballroom

On-Site Parking

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Bridal Changing Facilities

Disabled Access

Wedding Catering

In-house Catering

In-House Wine List

Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist

Jewish Wedding Specialist

Muslim Wedding Specialist

Other

Pricing for Clayton Hotel Galway

Packages (price per head)

€56 - €76

Minimum number of guests: 150

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Reviews for Clayton Hotel Galway
(12)

Aoife Noone and Saidbh Dolan

Happy couple married in March

October 2024

The whole team were extremely helpful from day one

Debbie and the whole team were extremely helpful from day one. We had a great day and all the guests commented on how relaxed it was. I am also celiac and the hotel ensured the food was gluten free for me. Would recommend the venue to everyone

Marissa Melody

Happy couple married in October

October 2024

We felt like the stars of the show

We had an amazing day and our guests thoroughly enjoyed the day also. Both Corina and Debbie were so accommodating with any ask we had. When we reached the clayton, Corina greeted us with glasses of champagne and welcomed us in. We walked into the hotel and the atmosphere was superb. As the day and night continued we felt like the stars of the show. The food was amazing, no guest was hungry.

Micaela Fahy & David Heffernan

Happy couple married in July

October 2024

I cannot recommend them enough

We had our wedding in the Clayton on the 22nd of June and I cannot recommend them enough! It was an absolutely magical day thanks to all the staff who went above and beyond from the day we booked the venue. Everyone was so accommodating! Nothing was too much to ask for, we didn't feel an ounce of stress the entire day. Eduarda & The Wedding Team were there the entire time to ensure we were happy with everything.

Niamh & Majella Coppinger Ryan

Happy couple married in September

October 2024

From day one The Clayton was our hotel of choice

From day one The Clayton was our hotel of choice. When we met Debbie she was so helpful from the begining and nothing was too much of an ask. Everything went off without a hitch and the staff couldn't me more helpful. Karina took over our wedding for the last couple of weeks and the transition was seamless. The entire staff went above and beyond for both of us and all our guests. We would highly recommend the Clayton to our family and friends and look forward to visiting it again soon.

Aisling Cahill

Happy couple married in September

October 2024

We had a fantastic wedding day at the Clayton

We had a fantastic wedding day at the Clayton. Eduardo was absolutely fantastic especially the week of the wedding when everything got really busy, she was always at the end of the phone if we needed her and very flexible with any changes we needed to make. It was truly a magical day. Thanks to all the team especially Molly.

Tomas & Elaine Sweeney

Happy couple married in September

October 2024

The perfect location for us

We recently had our wedding reception at the Clayton Hotel. The venue itself is beautiful, and was just the perfect location for us. The staff were amazing as well! Every member of the team at the hotel was so helpful and friendly, but I have to say a special thank you to Eduarda, who just made the day extra special! Our day ran so smoothly, the food was delicious and everyone had a great day. If you’re considering the Clayton Hotel for your wedding I would highly recommend booking with them.

Jessica Barry

Happy couple married in September

October 2024

Everything was absolutely amazing and perfect

I had my wedding here on the 15th of august 2024. I was planning for 2 years. I knew straight away when I went into the Clayton that this was where I was getting married and also my reception. Everything was absolutely amazing and perfect, everything I wanted and more for my day. On the day, the hotel staff were a credit and we couldn't fault them. Also the wedding coordinator Eduarda was amazing, she always had me calm and if I was worried about anything said that I could email and also gave me

Annamarie and Ciaran Flaherty

Happy couple married in September

October 2024

You made it so easy to organise our big day and ma

We would like to thank you very much for all of your hard work and effort. We had the absolute pleasure of dealing with Eduarda, Elaine, and all the team at Clayton Hotel Galway for our wedding day. They went above and beyond all our expectations. There wasn't enough they could do for us. We had so many extra little bits sent to the hotel and they sorted everything out. They welcomed our guests and vendors with open arms and the venue looked amazing. The Food was top class and the atmosphere was

Beano

Wedding: April

June 2023

They did a very good job with such young staff.

I enjoyed a lovely dinner at a wedding and it was a great hotel for a wedding. They did a very good job with such young staff.

Was here for a wedding! Service was amazing. Manager on the floor was the star of the night She was on the ball with all of our complicated requests (Think her name was Carmel). Food was really nice and hot. We will definitely back to dine in the bar or the restaurant!

Location & Contact Details for Clayton Hotel Galway

Website

Phone

Wedding Venue Address

Old Monivea Road, Ballybrit, H91 D526, County Galway, Ireland

Travel Notes

Our modern hotel offers complimentary parking and is opposite the Galway racecourse, close to Galway city centre and just 2km from Parkmore West Business Park. Located just off the M6 motorway, Clayton Hotel Galway is easily accessible from Dublin, Cork, Limerick or any other location around Ireland. Shannon Airport is a 40-minute drive and we are 1-hour from Knock Airport, 2-hours from Dublin Airport and 2.5 hours from Cork Airport. Galway City is very well connected both regionally and nationally by public transport with Irish Rail serving Ceannt Station and Galway Coach Station served by Aircoach, Citylink and GoBus.

Nearest Town

Galway

Nearest Motorway & Junction

Nearest Train Station

Galway

Nearest Airport

Shannon Airport

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FAQs

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Clayton Hotel Galway?

Every wedding we do is different to the last as we encourage each of our couples to express their personalities in their wedding day. For that reason, we have no favourites but we have definitely seen some amazing ideas that we will be delighted to share with you when we meet.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Make sure to plan the day you want, not the day you think everyone else wants!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

The couples dogs on their table numbers

Describe Clayton Hotel Galway in 5 adjectives

Friendly, relaxed, fun, experienced, unique

Where’s the best photo spot at Clayton Hotel Galway?

Our marble staircase

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Clayton Hotel Galway?

We have had many but for privacy reasons we cannot say...

What’s your favourite canapé?

smoked salmon on brown bread

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Tayto sandwiches

What is Clayton Hotel Galway most unique feature?

Interchangeable ballroom - no matter how many guests you can we can ensure our ballroom suits your numbers perfectly

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The people we have working here

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