Griffin LodgevsThe House Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, The House Hotel ranks significantly better than Griffin Lodge. The House Hotel comes in at #4 in Galway with praise from 5 sources like Michelin Guide, Star Service and Oyster.
Griffin Lodge
 Lonely Planet
3 Father Griffin Place, Galway
From $98/night
- Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Free Parking
 - Breakfast included
 
 "You'll be welcomed like a long-lost friend at this well-kept B&B, which is 500m west of the Spanish Arch." Full review
The House Hotel
 Oyster
 Star Service
 Michelin Guide
 Fodor's
 The Telegraph
 Independent
 Frommer's
Spanish Parade, Galway
From $74/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Restaurant
 
Upscale
 "This intimate, 40-room boutique is one of Galway's best upscale options, and has charm to spare, with a historic stone exterior and bold, quirky interior." Full review
 "The rates and buoyant youthful atmosphere make this place a good choice for young executives and midrange travelers searching out a personable, quirky residential-style hotel." Full review
 "Menu: (bar lunch Monday-Saturday) 22€- 25€ - Carte: 25€-37€" 
 "The House Hotel is arguably Galway's best-appointed property, just a stone's throw from the best of the city's vibrant restaurant and pub scene...rooms are contemporary and smart. " Full review
8.0
 "This contemporary four-star hotel is a great base for exploring Ireland’s most bohemian city — named European Capital of Culture 2020." Full review
 "Top of the lot is The House Hotel. A centrally located boutique hotel, its contemporary rooms are on the small side but they ooze elegance and comfort. " 
City guide
September 4, 2021
 "This four-story stone building in Galway's historic area, next to the Spanish Arch, was formerly a warehouse, and is now a boutique loft hotel." Full review