Enjoy comfort and independence at The Westwood student residence in Galway.
This modern residence offers a comfortable home away from home for students aged 18 and over who want independent living during their stay.
Located about a 15-minute bus journey from Galway city centre, The Westwood is designed for students seeking modern accommodation and convenient facilities.
Choosing self-catering accommodation at The Westwood gives you the freedom to prepare your own meals and enjoy an independent student lifestyle in Galway.
The Westwood offers more than a private room. Its shared facilities provide comfortable spaces to study, relax, exercise and socialise during your time in Galway.
With a private gym, cinema room, café, games room and shared lounges, students can enjoy a range of facilities without leaving the residence.
The combination of private en-suite accommodation and shared social spaces makes The Westwood suitable for students who value both privacy and an international community.
You will receive your check-in details and accommodation address two weeks before you arrive in Ireland.
A small security deposit is required on your first day to help maintain the residence and its facilities in good condition.
As the accommodation is designed for students aged 18 and over, it is particularly suitable for adult students looking for an independent and modern place to stay while studying at GCI.
The Westwood student accommodation in Galway combines private en-suite rooms with modern shared facilities and spaces designed for student life.
It is a practical option for students who want greater independence than a host family arrangement while still having opportunities to meet and socialise with other international students.
The Westwood is a modern student residence offering private en-suite rooms and shared facilities for students aged 18 and over.
Yes. Each bedroom has its own private en-suite bathroom, providing greater privacy and comfort during your stay.
Yes. Students have access to a private gym and cinema room within the residence, along with other shared facilities.
Yes. The residence provides shared fully equipped kitchens where students can prepare their own meals.
The Westwood is about a 15-minute bus journey from Galway city centre, so you can enjoy the city while living in a modern student residence.
We will send your full accommodation address and check-in details two weeks before your arrival in Ireland.
If you plan to study English at GCI, The Westwood student accommodation in Galway is a suitable option for students aged 18 and over who want privacy, modern facilities, and an independent lifestyle.
Contact Learning Languages Abroad for availability, prices and help choosing the accommodation option that best matches your English course.
| Accommodation | Residence The Westwood |
|---|---|
| Address | The Westwood, Upper Newcastle Road |
| Code | H91 R7XN |
| City | Galway |
| Country | |
| Latitude | 53.289567 |
| Longitude | -9.074476 |
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| School | GCI Galway Cultural Institute |
| Minutes school by foot | 50 |
|---|---|
| Minutes school by bus | 25 |
| Weeks minimum | 1 |
| Weeks maximum | 13 |
| Check in day name | Saturday |
| Check out day name | Saturday |
| Available period | 06/Jun → 29/Aug |
|---|---|
| Holidays (school) | 21/Dic - 01/Jan |
| Holidays (country) | 01/Jan, 02/Feb, 17/Mar, 06/Apr, 04/May, 01/Jun, 03/Aug, 26/Oct, 25/Dic, 26/Dic |
| Available period | 13/Jun → 22/Aug |
|---|---|
| Holidays (school) | 20/Dic - 03/Jan |
| Holidays (country) | 01/Jan, 01/Feb, 17/Mar, 29/Mar, 03/May, 07/Jun, 02/Aug, 25/Oct, 25/Dic, 26/Dic |
| EUR | ||
| Single room ensuite bathroom (per week) | 500€ | ≈ 0 |
| EUR | ||
| Deposit | 150€ | ≈ 0 |
| EUR | ||
| Transfer from Galway (4km, 15min) | 35€ | ≈ 0 |
| Transfer from Shannon (SNN) (85km, 1h:5min) | 300€ | ≈ 0 |
| Transfer from Knock (NOC) (89km, 1h:16min) | 300€ | ≈ 0 |
| Transfer from Cork (ORK) (204km, 2h:39min) | 475€ | ≈ 0 |
| Transfer from Dublin (DUB) (214km, 2h:15min) | 475€ | ≈ 0 |
| Meet student under 18 | 160€ | ≈ 0 |
| EUR | ||
| Single room ensuite bathroom (per week) | 525€ | ≈ 0 |
| EUR | ||
| Deposit | 150€ | ≈ 0 |
| EUR | ||
| Transfer from Galway (4km, 15min) | 45€ | ≈ 0 |
| Transfer from Shannon (SNN) (85km, 1h:5min) | 300€ | ≈ 0 |
| Transfer from Knock (NOC) (89km, 1h:16min) | 300€ | ≈ 0 |
| Transfer from Cork (ORK) (204km, 2h:39min) | 475€ | ≈ 0 |
| Transfer from Dublin (DUB) (214km, 2h:15min) | 475€ | ≈ 0 |
| Meet student under 18 | 230€ | ≈ 0 |