The Twelve Hotel - Barna (Galway)

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The Twelve Hotel - Barna (Galway)
The Twelve, 3 2, Barna (Galway), Ireland, 00000·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.1
Free WiFi9.0
Staff8.9
Location8.8
Who stays here
Couples55%
Families25%
Groups12%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.1
Free WiFi9.0
Staff8.9
Location8.8
Who stays here
Couples55%
Families25%
Groups12%
Solo5%

4-star boutique hotel with award-winning dining & pet-friendly luxury in Barna (Galway)

Award-Winning Dining & Drink

The Twelve Hotel Barna holds the Wine Spectator Award for Outstanding Wine List for seven consecutive years. Its Pins Gastro Bar is recognized as Best Gastro Pub in Ireland, offering live music at weekends. The Blackthorn Restaurant, upstairs at the hotel, cooks everything over an open flame.

Accommodations & In-Room Comfort

The hotel offers uniquely themed suites designed by local artists, with bespoke furniture throughout. Guests receive complimentary welcome drinks and can book pet-friendly suites that include a separate living room and a dog bed. In-room seaweed baths are available for relaxation without leaving the suite.

Spa & Bakery Experiences

Le Petit Spa offers Voya treatments, including massages and facials, on site. Spa services can be delivered in-room for convenience. The hotel's in-house bakery supplies fresh pastries and treats daily.

Pet-Friendly Policy

The Twelve Hotel has dedicated pet-friendly rooms with direct booking only; guests receive a gift bag with dog toys, treats, and poop bags at reception. Dogs are welcome in a designated area of the bar and restaurant, and a special pet menu offers starters, mains, and desserts. Photos of past canine guests hang on the walls.

Location & Added Amenities

The hotel is situated 7 km from Galway, within walking distance of Barna Woods, Silverstrand Beach (one of Ireland's top 5 beaches), and Barna Pier. Free electric vehicle charging stations are available in the car park, activated at reception. Barna Golf Course and Galway City are within a 5 km radius.

  • Awards: Wine Spectator Award for seven consecutive years; Best Gastro Pub in Ireland
  • Dining: Award-winning Blackthorn Restaurant with fire-cooked dishes; Pins Gastro Bar; in-house bakery; Pizza Dozzina
  • Rooms: Themed suites designed by local artists; in-room seaweed baths; pet-friendly suites with separate living areas
  • Wellness: Le Petit Spa with Voya treatments; in-room spa services
  • Location: 7 km from Galway; walking distance to Barna Woods, Silverstrand Beach, and Barna Pier
  • Family: Kid-friendly amenities; spacious family apartments; dog-friendly dining areas with pet menu
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 21.5 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Hungarian, Romanian, Polish, Irish
Building
Year renovated:2007
Number of rooms:25
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Rooms and availability

Superior Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Deluxe Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Family Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Spa and relaxation

Pedicure

Manicure

Facial

Body wraps

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Darts
  • Fishing

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Twelve Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 138 £
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
✈️ Distance to airport 23.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Connemara, NNR

Location

The Twelve, 3 2, Barna (Galway), Ireland, 00000
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The Twelve, 3 2, Barna (Galway), Ireland, 00000
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The Twelve, 3 2, Barna (Galway), Ireland, 00000
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Store
SuperValu Barna
190 m
Restaurant
The Pins Gastro Bar
0 m
Restaurant
Barcella Cafe
130 m
Restaurant
O'Grady's on the Pier
230 m
Restaurant
Spiced Barna
290 m
Restaurant
Nourish Coffee and Eatery
260 m

Reviews of The Twelve Hotel

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FAQ about The Twelve Hotel

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the The Twelve Hotel hotel?
During their stay at the The Twelve Hotel hotel guests can visit Spanish Arch (7 km), Galway Cathedral (8 km) as well as the local authority Galway City Museum (9 km) among others.
What is the nearest airport to the 4-star The Twelve Hotel?
Connemara airport lies within 25 km of the 4-star The Twelve Hotel and is reachable with a 26-minute drive.
Can we park our car at The Twelve Hotel?
Yes, guests of The Twelve Hotel can take advantage of free private parking on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the The Twelve Hotel?
Guests of the The Twelve Hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-restaurant Amber Oriental Takeaway offering Chinese cuisine.
Does the hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 16:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00 to 12:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.
How much does a room at the 4-star The Twelve Hotel hotel cost?
The price for a room in the 4-star The Twelve Hotel hotel starts at $186.
What payment methods are available in The Twelve Hotel hotel?
At The Twelve Hotel hotel, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.
What are the room types offered by the The Twelve Hotel hotel?
The The Twelve Hotel hotel provides such room types as Luxury Queen Suite, Superior King Suite, and Presidential Suite.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?
Some suites at the hotel boast a stone fireplace, a sofa and a work desk as well as private bathrooms which include a spa bathtub and a walk-in shower.
Does the The Twelve Hotel staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the The Twelve Hotel can help you in English, German, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese.
Which facilities does the The Twelve Hotel provide?
Top locations of the The Twelve Hotel include a shop and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service.
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