Galway Races Week is one of the biggest events of the summer, bringing together thrilling racing, great fashion and a fantastic social atmosphere. For those travelling to Ballybrit, The Arches Hotel, Claregalway continues to be one of the most popular places to begin and end a day at the races.
Conveniently located just a short drive from Galway Racecourse, the family-run hotel offers the ideal combination of excellent food, warm hospitality and stress-free transport. The Dunleavy family has welcomed both locals and visitors for generations, making The Arches a firm favourite throughout Race Week.
One of the highlights each year is the hotel’s dedicated shuttle bus service to and from Galway Racecourse. With plenty of free parking available at the hotel, guests can leave the car behind, avoid the queues and enjoy the day’s racing without the usual transport worries.
Racegoers can also take advantage of this year’s excellent Pre-Racing Special. Priced at just €30 per person, the package includes a delicious two-course meal before racing along with return shuttle transport to Ballybrit, offering exceptional value and convenience during one of Galway’s busiest weeks.
The Arches is equally popular after racing, providing the perfect place to meet friends for dinner or enjoy a drink while catching up on the day’s results. Every race is shown live on the hotel’s TV screens, while Paddy Power, located beside the hotel, is on hand for anyone wanting to follow all the racing action.
For those making a longer stay of it, the hotel’s recently refurbished bedrooms provide modern comfort alongside the friendly, personal service that has made The Arches Hotel such a well-known destination in Claregalway.
Whether you’re heading to Galway Races for one day or planning to enjoy the full festival, make The Arches Hotel part of your Race Week experience for great food, convenient transport and a warm Claregalway welcome.
