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The Twelve Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel in Freeport

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Suite X11
Reception
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Beach nearby
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Barna Village, Galway, Galway
  • Place, Bearna Golf And Country Club
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Quay Street
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Funnymoon Suite

Funnymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite X11

Suite X11

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Galway

Freeport stay.Your stay at this Freeport hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Bearna Golf And Country Club and Galway Bay. Bearna Golf and Country Club and Salthill Promenade are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Bearna Golf And Country Club - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Silver Strand - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • University of Galway - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Quay Street - 12 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Eyre Square - 13 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante DaRoberta - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Synge & Byrne - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Insomnia Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oslo - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Twelve Hotel

4-star spa hotel in Freeport
The Twelve Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There's an onsite business center. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly The Twelve Hotel. Free self parking is available.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Coffee shop
The Twelve Hotel offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Galway hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and detox wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • DVD player
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Twelve Barna
Twelve Hotel Barna
The 12 Hotel
The Twelve Hotel Galway/Barna, Ireland
Twelve Hotel
Twelve Hotel Barna
The Twelve Hotel Galway/Barna
The Twelve Hotel Hotel
The Twelve Hotel Galway
The Twelve Hotel Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

Does The Twelve Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Twelve Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at The Twelve Hotel?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Twelve Hotel on Apr 1, 2026 start from CA $201, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is The Twelve Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3 mi (6-min drive) from Ladies Beach and 4.1 mi (13-min drive) from Grattan Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Twelve Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Twelve Hotel does not offer free breakfast. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Twelve Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Claudes Casino (8-min drive) and Caesar's Palace (8-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Twelve Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Twelve Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Twelve Hotel have a pool?

The Twelve Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Twelve Hotel have a restaurant?

The Twelve Hotel is home to West Restaurant, which features Regional cuisine.

Does The Twelve Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis, massages, and facials.

How close is The Twelve Hotel to downtown Galway?

The Twelve Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Barna.

The Twelve Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 481 out of 705 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 705 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 705 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 705 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 705 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff in both the hotel and restaurant, and we loved the room! Also, even though we weren't traveling with a dog, the warm welcome to dogs was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A unique property. Staff was amazing. Walkable to the water and some restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marília

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Izabela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, Staff friendly, great food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
have stayed here several times. handy to the city via bus. Handy to the bay and all west of Galway. hotel itself is excellent with a great array of food on offer. Breakfast as always was excellent. We will be back very soon
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron, Anderson

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Luke

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele, Richardson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The folks there were just awesome! We were greeted with a handwritten note by Isabella along with a homemade treat! The location was great. The room was enormous and the bed comfy. Breakfast was a real treat! We loved being so close to the water and would definitely stay there again. It was a perfect location for our day trip to Kylemore Abbey!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, bloomington

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, classy surroundings, clean rooms and great breakfast. Not looking for much else.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms !!!! Great breakfast !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Breakfast was great but in the evening we had ordered pizza which was regrettable. The sauce was never absorbed into the dough and all the sauce, cheese and toppings remained on the pan.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very friendly and efficient. Bedrooms were large and very comfortable. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brakfast was great and staff was helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great property and location but could benefit from an update. We stayed here two nights as we traveled around Ireland. The room was very good sized, the bed was very comfortable, and the room and property were always very clean. The hotel is cute but looks like it could use small updates to truly capture its theme. We ate breakfast at the restaurant two mornings and found the food to be very good quality with a nice selection of items on the breakfast bar in addition to the customized hot meals. We also ate in The Pins restaurant one evening and really enjoyed the pizza and dinner salads. The entire staff was very helpful and friendly. Even without updates we would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaetlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, clean very spacious room. Close enough to town. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a quick visit to Galway. A bit far if you're planning to spend most of your time in Galway City (had to wait a bit for taxis, buses weren't too frequent) but the village area was lovely and more quiet. Blackthorn restaurant was so delicious! Rooms were a little dated but still very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice and offered something a little different. The staff were mixed, some were excellent but others seemed to do the minimum they could get away with, mainly in the restaurant. However the breakfast staff were excellent as was the food
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Fantastic stay at a wonderful hotel. There was everything we needed for our stay and the staff were very efficient and helpful. Room was spacious and well equipped with a super comfortable bed. Breakfasts were excellent and a wide choice of both cold and hot food made to order. The recommendations from staff were really helpful in regards to some local areas to visit and using the bus service into Galway. Would definitely recommend and wouldn’t hesitate staying again. Thank you for making our stay so memorable with the ‘Happy Birthday’ message and sweet treat for my husband when we arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025