Carlton Shearwater Hotel in Ballinasloe, Ireland

Location. The Carlton Shearwater Hotel is located in the Irish Village of Ballinasloe, beside the Marina. It lies 69 kilometres from the city of Galway.
Hotel Features. Opened in 2007, this three storey hotel has modern architecture and features two glass towers. The spa has nine treatment rooms offering beauty services and complementary therapies. Multilingual staff at the 24 hour front desk can offer concierge services and the use of a safe deposit box. The public areas have wireless Internet access and the services of a floor butler and a porter are available. The hotel has a kids' club and 24 hour room service is available.

The Marengo Restaurant serves modern Irish specialities with European influences in a contemporary setting. The Grand Canal bar serves a bistro style menu. A complimentary full Irish breakfast is provided.

There is a business centre and meeting and conference facilities are available.

The health club has fitness equipment, an indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a steam room and a spa tub. The nearby River Shannon offers boating and fishing.

Guestrooms. The 106 guestrooms have light contemporary decor and modern furnishings including desks. All are equipped with satellite television, air conditioning and wireless Internet access. Other standard amenities include safes, coffee/teamakers and a turndown service. Designer toiletries, hair dryers and makeup mirrors are provided.

Expert Tip. Athlone Castle, 26 kilometres from the hotel, was built in the early 13th century. It enjoys excellent views from the battlements over the River Shannon.