Raheen Woods Hotel - Athenry

4-star family-friendly hotel with dedicated kids' play centre and exclusive wedding venue in Athenry, County Galway

Family & Kids Facilities

Raheen Woods Hotel Athenry operates a dedicated Kardio Kids indoor play centre with climbing frames, kids' cardio equipment, and climbing walls. Children also have access to a heated kids' pool and an outdoor playground in the hotel's fairy garden. The hotel provides complimentary electric car charging stations for guests arriving by EV.

Weddings & Events

The Raheen Woods Hotel is an exclusive wedding venue that hosts only one wedding celebration per day, ensuring complete privacy. The hotel provides a private reception area separate from the main hotel entrance, with access to beautifully maintained gardens for photographs. Many couples also return for a Day 2 celebration held in the Cashla suite, which offers a pizza bar.

Wellness & Leisure

Guests at Raheen Woods can book the unique afternoon tea experience served on vintage china in the hotel's lounge or garden area. The on-site spa offers treatment rooms, a sauna, steam room, and a hydro bath for relaxation. The hotel also has a heated indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and a hot tub open year-round.

Dining & Entertainment

Dining options include the award-winning Clarin Bistro and McHale's Bar, both serving locally sourced cuisine with options for special diets and kids' meals. The hotel hosts regular evening entertainment such as live music performances, stand-up comedy nights, and live sport events. Guests can also order room service or enjoy a snack at the coffee house on site.

Location & Practicalities

Raheen Woods Hotel is located in Athenry, east of Galway, with Athenry Train Station just a 5-minute walk away offering direct services to Galway City and Dublin. The property sits close to the Wild Atlantic Way, making it a convenient base for scenic coastal tours and day trips to Ailwee Caves and the Birds of Prey Centre. The hotel provides complimentary on-site parking and has a designated smoking area and facilities for disabled guests.

• Location: 5 minutes by train from Galway, off the M6 motorway
• Rooms: 50 modern guest rooms and suites with spacious layouts
• Dining: On-site Clarin Bistro and McHale's Bar with award-winning menus
• Family: Dedicated Kardio Kids indoor play centre for children under 8
• Wellness: Heated indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, and spa treatment rooms
• Weddings: Private reception area with one wedding celebration per day
• Unique: Afternoon tea served on vintage china