Clayton Hotel Galway

Ballybrit, Co. Galway
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Think Contemporary, Stylish and Chic – think the Four Star Clayton Hotel, Galway.

Offering a contemporary setting, with professional service, exquisite cuisine and acute attention to detail for your Wedding Day the Clayton Hotel located in Ballybrit, Galway City is one of Galway’s most desirable wedding venues.

The Clayton Ballroom is located on the first floor of the hotel. It is elegantly designed and with a portable dance floor and stage, interchangeable ceiling lighting, two bars, natural daylight and blackout blinds. Catering for up to 400, you can make it the venue you need it to be.

It is truly understood at the Clayton just how important your wedding day is to you. With an experienced management team and friendly, professional team the Clayton can offer the attention to detail and personal touch that will ensure you have a day to remember. Our professional team will help with all of your queries even down to the smallest details such as the flowers, menus and music. We will ensure that your special day is an amazing experience for your guests. Exquisite and flawless coordination of every detail on your wedding day is guaranteed.

With New All Inclusive Packages available from only €56.00 per person, the Clayton Hotel offers value for money packages including everything from the pianist on arrival to flowers arrangements and chair-covers.

Eduarda Garrocho our dedicated wedding coordinator will greet you on your very first visit and will be with you every step of the way until your big day to ensure your day runs flawlessly.

Please contact our wedding team directly on (091) 721904 or e-mail [email protected] to arrange an appointment and let the planning process for your dream wedding commence. Full details of each of our Wedding Packages are available on our website

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Micaela Fahy & David Heffernan
5.0
Married on 22nd Jun 2024
We had our wedding in the Clayton on the 22nd of June and I cannot recommend them enough! It was an absolutely magical day thanks to all the staff who went above and beyond from the day we booked the venue. Everyone was so accommodating! Nothing was too much to ask for, we didn't feel an ounce of stress the entire day. Eduarda & The Wedding Team were there the entire time to ensure we were happy with everything.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Hi Micaela & David, thank you so much for your lovely review. It was our pleasure to be part of such important day full of emotions! We wish you a life time of happiness. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Eduarda & The Wedding Team
Added 31st Jul 2024
Marissa Melody
4.8
Married on 24th May 2024
We had an amazing day and our guests thoroughly enjoyed the day also.
Both Corina and Debbie were so accommodating with any ask we had.
When we reached the clayton, Corina greeted us with glasses of champagne and welcomed us in. We walked into the hotel and the atmosphere was superb. As the day and night continued we felt like the stars of the show.
The food was amazing, no guest was hungry.
Added 3rd Oct 2024
Niamh and Majella Coppinger Ryan
5.0
Married on 2nd May 2024
From day one The Clayton was our hotel of choice. When we met Debbie she was so helpful from the begining and nothing was too much of an ask. Everything went off without a hitch and the staff couldn't me more helpful. Karina took over our wedding for the last couple of weeks and the transition was seamless. The entire staff went above and beyond for both of us and all our guests. We would highly recommend the Clayton to our family and friends and look forward to visiting it again soon.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Hi Niamh & Majella , thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review and for all your kind words. It was having the opportunity to host such a happy day and to celebrate your special day. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Karina & the wedding team
Added 7th Jun 2024
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Aoife Noone and Saidbh Dolan
5.0
Married on 15th Mar 2024
Debbie and the whole team were extremely helpful from day one. We had
a great day and all the guests commented on how relaxed it was. I am also celiac and the hotel ensured the food was gluten free for me. Would recommend the venue to everyone.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Aoife & Saidbh, thank you both so much for your lovely review. We loved getting to host your wedding reception and are so glad to hear that our chefs looked after your dietary requirement so well. Looking forward to seeing your wedding photos and welcoming you back to the hotel soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 19th Mar 2024
John and Cheryl Griffith
5.0
Married on 27th Jan 2024
The Clayton hotel was so helpful when it came to planning our wedding. Debbie made is so easy and so relaxed for us. Nothing was to much hassle. Debbie is such a credit to this hotel. No words will ever explain how happy we were with our wedding and that was down to Debbie and the wonderful staff. I would highly recommend anyone to have there wedding in this hotel.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Cheryl & John for your very kind words, it was an absolute pleasure getting to know you both along the way and we were so happy that you chose our hotel to celebrate your wedding day. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 18th Mar 2024
Martina Folan
5.0
Married on 29th Dec 2023
Our first choice and best choice by far. From the first meeting with Debbie we knew we were in the hands of an ultimate professional. An absolute sweetheart that made a very nervous couple totally at ease. Couldn't have asked for a better experience, and the wedding I had dreamed of for so long
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
We were do delighted to host your wedding Martina & John! From the moment we met, we knew it was going to be a great wedding day full of personal touches so we are so happy that you chose us to host your special day. Thank you for your very kind words and for trusting in us, it was so lovely getting to know you both and we are looking forward to welcoming you back soon for a catch up. Debbie & the wedding team
Added 3rd Jan 2024
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Aisling Spellman
5.0
Married on 22nd Dec 2023
The Clayton Hotel, Galway was an outstanding venue to work with for our wedding and really pulled out all the stops for us on the day and in the run up. Debbie is fantastic at what she does; so facilitating, welcoming and willing to do whatever needs to be done to in order to fulfill the aspirations of the couple on the big day. I could not praise her highly enough for what she did for us, it was always a yes to any request we had. The food and service was amazing and we really felt looked after and prioritised throughout the day and night.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Aisling & Cathal for your very kind words! We loved getting to know you both along the way and are delighted to have played a part in such a special day in your lives. We are so grateful that you chose us as your wedding venue and looking forward to seeing the wedding photos! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 10th Jan 2024
Leona Hogan
5.0
Married on 5th Oct 2023
I couldn't rate the hotel and staff high enough. We had the best weekend x
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Leona & Ken, we really enjoyed hosting your wedding in October and are delighted that you enjoyed your wedding with us! It was a pleasure getting to know you both and looking forward to catching up soon! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 8th Jan 2024
Aoife and Eoghan
5.0
Married on 16th Sep 2023
We booked the Clayton in Galway about 2 years ago after viewing a few hotels on the same day. The people and the attention to detail while we were there was just something else. The warm welcome they gave you just put you at such ease and the communication since then was absolutely amazing. We originally met with Karina and then she moved departments shortly after and the wonderful Debbie Foot took over. She genuinely could not have done enough for us. She was just amazing and we were so lucky to have her. If a job could be done it was always a yes. We were never told no. She made our vision come true and we had the best wedding. The guests raved about the food, the venue and the staff. We could not have asked for a better bunch of people. We are so sad it's all over. Debbie put up with emails at all hours and responded in such a humbling way to reassure any bride/person. I would highly recommend having your wedding at the Clayton Galway and especially working with the fantastic Debbie. You will not regret it, if we could do it all over again we would choose the Clayton in Galway again. Thanks so much for everything you guys do.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Aoife & Eoghan for your very kind words. It was such a pleasure getting to know you both throughout the planning process and we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your wedding day with us. Please do call in to us soon, we can't wait to see more wedding photos! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 26th Sep 2023
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Alan Curtis
5.0
Married on 15th Sep 2023
Vicky & I held our wedding at the Clayton Hotel in Galway,from day 1 they were so supportive,as in there wedding events coordinator Debbie,we viewed many other hotels but she offered us everything we wanted in our own heads what we wanted for our special day,from helping us pick some of our wedding vendors to helping us with the smallest but important touches to our wedding,we had our wedding on Friday the 15th of 2023,I told them I would be staying Thursday,Friday & Day 2 on the Saturday,the hotel catered for all my family & friends that travelled from Kildare for the 3 days I was there & the service was outstanding,attention to detail was down to a tee,we are both still over the moon nearly 6 weeks after with how we were looked after by Debbie,management,staff & chefs (they were real good feeders & quality food),
The only time we were told no to a question was when I asked them to do our wedding for free,of course we had a laugh to that,all our meetings pre wedding was always get the serious part of the meeting done & then we were made relaxed & just had great conversations,if anyone was looking for a recommendation I would easily pass on my recommendations to everyone that was involved in our special day.
Thank You.
To everyone involved in the Clayton Hotel.

Alan & Vicky Curtis
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Alan & Vicky, thank you both for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear how much ye enjoyed your wedding and your stay with us. We loved getting to know ye during the planning process and will miss the chats but please don't ever be a stranger! Hopefully we will see ye soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 31st Oct 2023
Alan & Vicky Curtis
5.0
Married on 15th Sep 2023
Vicky & I held our wedding at the Clayton Hotel in Galway,from day 1 they were so supportive,as in there wedding events coordinator Debbie,we viewed many other hotels but she offered us everything we wanted in our own heads what we wanted for our special day,from helping us pick some of our wedding vendors to helping us with the smallest but important touches to our wedding,we had our wedding on Friday the 15th of 2023,I told them I would be staying Thursday,Friday & Day 2 on the Saturday,the hotel catered for all my family & friends that travelled from Kildare for the 3 days I was there & the service was outstanding,attention to detail was down to a tee,we are both still over the moon nearly 6 weeks after with how we were looked after by Debbie,management,staff & chefs (they were real good feeders & quality food),
The only time we were told no to a question was when I asked them to do our wedding for free,of course we had a laugh to that,all our meetings pre wedding was always get the serious part of the meeting done & then we were made relaxed & just had great conversations,if anyone was looking for a recommendation I would easily pass on my recommendations to everyone that was involved in our special day.
Thank You.
To everyone involved in the Clayton Hotel.

Alan & Vicky Curtis

Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Alan & Vicky, thank you both for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear how much ye enjoyed your wedding and your stay with us. We loved getting to know ye during the planning process and will miss the chats but please don't ever be a stranger! Hopefully we will see ye soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 26th Oct 2023
Leona McCormack
5.0
Married on 25th Aug 2023
We had an amazing day for our wedding in the Clayton Hotel Galway. Everything went off so well, our guests were all very happy with the food & the quick service. There was plenty of food for everyone, no one left hungry & all special requests were catered for. Staff were so friendly, down to earth, welcoming & they worked so well as a team. They made us feel so relaxed on the day so we could enjoy it with our friends & family, which is all we could've asked for.
Our wedding co-ordinator Debbie deserves a special mention as it was her bubbly personality & welcoming, relaxed manner that sold us on the Clayton. She went above & beyond for us, getting all the extra bits & pieces of decor that we wanted set up for us. She was always so accommodating & responsive & put our minds at ease that everything was in order, which allowed us to relax & enjoy our day.
We found the Clayton's wedding packages to be great value for money & the location is great for guests travelling as it's only just off the motorway & you don't have to trek through Galway city traffic. We would highly recommend them for future couples getting married.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Leona & Niall for your very kind words. We really enjoyed looking after you and your guests and it means so much to us that you chose our hotel to host your special day. Please do visit us soon for a catch up! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 31st Oct 2023
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Lisa Shelly
5.0
Married on 17th Aug 2023
We got married in the Clayton Hotel in August and had Debbie as our wedding co-ordinator. Debbie went above and beyond for us and was so obliging if we had any special requests to make our day special. She bent over backwards for us and took so much stress off us on the day. The food was absolutely fantastic on the day and everyone that attended still talk about that chicken voul-au-vont! I still dream about it! Service was impeccable and was so reasonably priced for a wedding! I'd highly recommend the Clayton for anyone's special day!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Lisa & Eoin for your very kind words, it was such a pleasure to host your wedding and I really hope we get to catch up soon! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 5th Nov 2023
Shauna and Wayne Howley
5.0
Married on 28th Jul 2023
Debbie and team were absolutely amazing for our wedding, Debbie was so responsive and no question was too big or too small making my anxiety about arrangements go away. The food and staff and overall cleanliness and everything about the hotel was fantastic
. 10/10 would recommend the clayton to anyone! Thanks so much again ????
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Shauna & Wayne, thanks so much for your review, we are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your wedding day with us and it was so lovey getting to know you both along the way! Looking forward to welcoming you back to the hotel soon for a catch up! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 30th Dec 2023
Bella &JC
5.0
Married on 15th Jul 2023
Clayton was everything we wanted and more. The wedding planner was out missing puzzle in the jigsaw. Debbie is the best I can't scream that enough. She can spot things and suggest thing you didn't even imagine. She was so patient and kind. Ready to hep me in my stressful planning moments. All the quest have said the same thing. The hotel staff were super friendly . They are very flexible and they listen to you from day one to the big day. Attention to details. My wedding was very special thanks to Clayton and all the staff. As for me all I can say is thank you so much for all you have done for us
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Bella & JC for your kind words. We really enjoyed getting to know you both during the planning process and of course getting to look after you and your families on your big day. Looking forward to seeing the wedding photos, I know they will be amazing! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 26th Oct 2023
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Michelle
5.0
Married on 14th Jul 2023
Debbie and her team at the Clayton couldn't put myself and my husband more at ease if they tried, from start to finish I didn't have to worry about anything. Due to bad weather the reception started a little earlier and the dinner a little earlier and it was all very easily managed someone was by our side right through the evening. Many many thanks to Debbie and her team at the Clayton hotel.
Michelle & Matthew
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Michelle & Matthew, we were so delighted to have hosted your wedding day here at Clayton Galway and it was a pleasure getting to know you and your family along the way. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 24th Oct 2023
Niamh & Ross
5.0
Married on 3rd Jun 2023
Hi Debbie,
Just a massive thank you to you and everyone else in the Clayton. You were the kindest, patient person and just so lovely to talk to and deal with. Everyone loved the food, the service, the staff and the reception it was amazing. Honestly top class. This was the reason we never looked at another hotel for our big day because everything we heard before hand was brilliant and it was. Clayton was our only choice.
Niamh and Ross Henry
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Hi Niamh & Ross, thank you so much for your kind words, it means so much to hear that ye had a great day and that we were your only choice. Looking forward to catching up with you soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 28th Jun 2023
Kathie & Stephen
5.0
Married on 27th May 2023
We held our wedding at the end of May in the Clayton Hotel Galway. I'm so happy to report that we do not have one bad thing to say about it!
It was the smoothest experience from the first day we met Debbie until we checked out after our wedding.
Everything was perfect, the food, the set up of the room, the staff!!!
The function room itself has the perfect layout. You can see all your guests, no nooks or crannys, two bars in the room itself and toilets are right next to function room. It Keeps all of your guests in the one area.

The bridal suite was stunning! Pure luxury.
Lots of our guests commented that they loved the staff! They were so friendly and weren't afraid to hold conversations with them. They were speedy and efficient. No waiting around. The food was fabulous. So tasty on the day?and hot! No one was waiting ages. Our drinks reception there was plenty of food going around, hot as well as cold food which I think is important as people are hungry at that stage. Lots of drinks too!

Debbie is in a league of her own. She's without question in the right job, she is so kind, pleasant, friendly, helpful. She wants to help you and anything she can do to take a job off your hands, she will.
I highly recommend the Clayton hotel for a wedding it will not disappoint!

Mr and Mrs Cunningham
May 2023
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Kathie & Stephen for writing such a lovely review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your wedding day and delighted that we were part of such a special day for you. Myself and my team loved getting to know you along the way and we had a great time looking after your guests for the weekend. Looking forward to a catch up soon! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 6th Jul 2023
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Cliona & Keelan
5.0
Married on 26th May 2023
I can not recommend The Clayton Hotel Galway enough . Myself and my husband Keelan got married at the Clayton on the 26th of May and it was out of this world. The food, the service, the staff were amazing and so friendly could not do enough for us all day . It wasn't just on the day the lead up was a dream. Debbie was absolutely amazing nothing was too big or small she helped us every step of the way in deciding what would be best for our special day and she went above and beyond our expectations. Debbie was so professional in every sense and you could email or get in contact with her anytime and she was back to you asap. Every single person commented on the top quality service and food. another special mention to Graham the bar manager he was brilliant himself and his bar team were top class on the day keeping us all hydrated! We can't say enough good things about Debbie and her wedding team in the hotel it was just the best day from start to finish.
Thank you all again from us both.
Cliona and Keelan O Neill
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Cliona & Keelan, thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your wedding day with us and it was such a pleasure getting to know you both. Looking forward to welcoming you back to the Clayton soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 7th Jun 2023
Grainne and Sam Puncher
5.0
Married on 28th Apr 2023
I can't even begin to explain how much Debbie and team made our day so special. From the small touches of the engraved Galway crystal glasses filled to the brim with champagne on our arrival to the amazing and smooth food service. Debbie was on hand with any small question through our 18 months of planning. Nothing was too small for her to help us with. I felt so relaxed the whole day and felt I had nothing to worry about because I knew I was in safe hands and I know not a lot of brides can say that. We had 55+ guests fly over from England and the all could not get over the rooms, the food, the venue and the craic. Thanks for making our day so special, you truely added to the best day of our lives
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Grainne & Sam, thank you both so much for your kind words. We really enjoyed getting to know you both during the planning process and loved looking after you and your guests for your wedding weekend. Hopefully we will see ye soon for a catch up, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 26th Oct 2023
Karen & Rynal
5.0
Married on 18th Feb 2023
We got married in The Clayton Hotel Galway just over a month ago. We had originally planned our wedding on two previous occasions and when it came to changing the dates due to covid the transition was seamless. Debbie and the staff at Clayton were extremely professional and answered any questions we had immediately and helped with every little detail needed. I cannot speak highly enough of Debbie she left no stone unturned for us making the day run seamlessly from start to finish. The day ran amazingly smooth and EVERYONE commended the venue as the food and service was 5 star..(if i could give it 6 stars i would) Thank you so much to you and all the staff for making our day so fantastic. I would highly recommend anyone seeking wedding venues in Galway to visit the Clayton Hotel and speak to Debbie if you want a wedding to remember by all
Thanks again for everything
Rynal & Karen Browne x
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for your very kind words Karen & Rynal, it was such a pleasure getting to know you both along your wedding planning journey and we are so happy to have been part of such a special day in your lives! I will definitely pass along the praise to our team here, we are delighted that everyone enjoyed the day. Looking forward to catching up soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 23rd Mar 2023
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Patricia & Patrick
5.0
Married on 31st Dec 2022
What a day!!
What an amazing hotel & staff. I honestly can't Put into words how amazing the staff at the hotel is
Debbie and John did brilliant it was so magical and the day went so well.
Everyone loved Graham the bar man.
Food was unbelievable everyone was complimenting the food and how lovely the staff was, and how well the hotel looked.
Thanks you so much.
Patricia & Patrick Conroy xx
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for your very kind words Patricia & Patrick, it was such a pleasure getting to know you both along the way and we are delighted that you enjoyed your wedding with us. Looking forward to seeing your wedding photos, I know they will be gorgeous! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 3rd Jan 2023
Fiona & Cathal
5.0
Married on 4th Nov 2022
From beginning to end Debbie and her team at the Clayton hotel went above and beyond for us in every aspect of planning our wedding right up to the day of our wedding. Debbie was great for helping us think of all the little details we might have otherwise missed. The food was absolutely exquisite and even two weeks later we are still getting compliments from our guests about the food. They were so accommodating allowing us to mix and match with different items on the menu and even made a wonderful main course dish at our request that wasn't on their menu choice. They really couldn't do enough for us. On arrival to the venue, we were blown away by how amazing the place looked. Everything was just as we had imagined and better. Every member of staff working at our wedding was so professional and accommodating. Each time there was a new shift manager, they went out of their way to find us and introduce themselves to us and let us know that if we needed anything at all we could come directly to them which we thought was just an amazing personal touch. We had the most fantastic day and night and were once again so happy with our day 2 celebrations in the Clayton. The BBQ food was delicious and there was plenty to go around for everyone. We cannot recommend Debbie and all the wedding team in Clayton enough. They made our whole day magical and we will forever be grateful to them for that.
Cathal and Fiona Egan
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Fiona & Cathal, thank you for such a lovely review. We are delighted that both you and your guests enjoyed your wedding day with us. I will definitely be passing along your feedback to our team here, they will be so happy to read it. We are so honoured that you chose our hotel to celebrate your special day and it really was so lovely to get to know you throughout the planning process. Hopefully it won't be too long until we welcome you back to our hotel, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 18th Nov 2022
Taraleigh & Charlie Talbot
5.0
Married on 29th Oct 2022
I just want to say a huge thank you to Debbie Foott and all the team in the Clayton Hotel Galway. We got married on the 29-10-22 and to say Debbie went above and beyond is an understatement. For a full year leading up to our wedding day, Debbie made her self available to us every time we wanted to call in and ask questions. I had a vision of what I wanted for the theme of the wedding and Debbie took it on herself to set it all up for me, right down to assembling our wedding cake. The only answer to every question we had was yes that's no problem we will do that for you. No stress no worry Debbie just got the job done. Every detail for our day was just perfect. We were taken care of so so well. All of our guests said the meal was amazing. The bar staff and waiting staff were on the ball, running everything like clock work. It is safe to say we made the best decision in choosing the Clayton Hotel as our wedding venue, and a total blessing we had Debbie as our wedding coordinator. My maid of honour even saved Debbie's mobile number as THE AMAZING DEBBIE. Thank you so much to all the team. We had the best weekend.
Taraleigh & Charlie Talbot
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Taraleigh & Charlie, honestly thank you both so much for your very kind words. It means so much to us to hear that and it was such a pleasure to host and be part of your wedding day. I loved working with you both on creating your dream day and I know our team felt the same. We felt honoured to host your special day and hope that we get to see you both soon! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 25th Nov 2022
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Chelsie & Mark
5.0
Married on 15th Oct 2022
If you are thinking about getting married soon and looking for a venue We would highly recommend The Clayton Hotel Galway .
From start to finish every detail was taking into consideration by there amazing team and staff .
No questions went un answered or anything we asked was never to big of an ask.
There amazing wedding co ordinator Debbie is super professional and has many years experience she kept me calm the whole time and was a great help throughout the planning process.
We really cannot thank them all at the Clayton enough .
Chelsie & Mark Walsh
15 oct 22
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Chelsie & Mark for this lovely review. We loved getting to know you and your family throughout the planning process and were delighted to be part of your big day. Hopefully we will see you all again soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 18th Nov 2022
Amanda & Colum
5.0
Married on 30th Sep 2022
We have just had the pleasure of getting married at the Clayton Hotel.We must say we made a wonderful choice in going with this hotel.The staff were fantastic and Debbie the wedding coordinator went above and beyond and made our whole day extremely enjoyable and special,no wish or request was to much to ask or to much trouble and she went the extra mile each time for us and we honestly couldn't have wished for anyone better,she really did make the whole experience stress free.
The hotel on our wedding day was set up so beautifully and it truly amazed us how every little detail was taken care off. The service we received from all the staff was second to none.The whole weekend was above and beyond our expectations and that's completely down to Debbie and her brilliant team and we are so grateful.My guests are still talking about the Clayton Hotel five weeks later,how the service was incredible,the amount of food that was served and how tasty it all was and how it was the best wedding they had in ages.We wish the Clayton Hotel and its team every success in the future
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Amanda & Colum, thanks so much for your lovely words. We are do delighted to hear you had a great day, we are so grateful that you chose our hotel for your wedding day. It was so lovely getting to know you both and we are so happy to have played a part in such a special day in your lives. Debbie & the wedding team
Added 10th Nov 2022
Barbara & Stephen
5.0
Married on 23rd Sep 2022
We would like to thank the Clayton hotel and all the staff for making our special day so perfect. Debbie was extremely helpful, friendly and was able to advise and update us at every stage of the wedding preparation. The wedding reception was great. The food was brilliant, the service and the staff were so quick, they were friendly and kind and always making sure that we were ok for everything. Since our big day, our guests have said how much they enjoyed the reception, how beautiful the food was, how quick it was served and how great everything went on the day. A massive thank you to Debbie and all the staff at the Clayton for making our day so special for us and our guest. Many Thanks
Barbara & Stephen
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Barbara & Stephen for your very kind words. We are delighted that you enjoyed your wedding day and I will definitely pass along your lovely feedback to the team here, it was or pleasure to be a part of it. Thanks so much for choosing us for such a special day, hope to see you soon! Debbie & the wedding team.
Added 7th Oct 2022
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Louisa & Damien
5.0
Married on 10th Sep 2022
Hi Debbie,

I just wanted to say the biggest thank you to you and your team for the best day ever!!

From start to finish you guys were all amazing and you in particular were there to answer any questions and provide recommendations from day one right through to the wedding day when you printed a last minute thing for me for the speeches!

The food was outstanding and our guests are still commenting on how lovely each course was, we really were well fed . The same goes for the food on day 2, the BBQ was delicious and everyone enjoyed it so much!

The hotel itself looked stunning and all the little details made the day so special, our favorite bits being the personalised Galway crystal glasses and the personalised sign on the flower wall

Every single member of staff on the day/night were brilliant but a special thank you to Caden and Graham who went above and beyond.

Last but not least, the rooms are top class and we felt like celebrities staying in the penthouse suite! Wow wow wow!!! We did not want to leave

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! I wish we could do it all over again

Anyone looking for a venue to get married in Galway, the Clayton Hotel is the one!!!

Mr and Mrs Finn
10th September 2022
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for your very kind words Louisa & Damien, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your wedding day with us. I will definitely pass along your feedback to our team, especially Graham and Caden, we're so lucky to have a great team here! Hopefully we will get a chance to welcome you back to the hotel soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 21st Sep 2022
Joanna & John
4.5
Married on 2nd Sep 2022
The Clayton is the perfect venue for a wedding. We dealt with Karina and Debbie, they were really easy to work with it. Any questions were answered and no requests was a big deal either. The food was great from tasting to our big day (pity I couldn't eat as much). The staff couldn't do enough for us from day 1. Highly recommend Clayton as the wedding venue.

Joanna and John
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Joanna & John, thank you both so much for your very kind words. We loved getting to know you both along the way and I'm so happy to hear that you found wedding planning with us easy. Hope to see you both again soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 16th Dec 2022
None
5.0
Married on 28th Aug 2022
We had to cancel wedding due to covid so didn't end up having reception at Clayton unfortunately. They were absolutely brilliant when I had to contact to cancel, so nice and helpful. Couldn't have asked for better customer service.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much for your kind words and although we didn't get to host your wedding, we are so happy you had a positive experience with our wedding team and hopefully we will get to welcome you back for another occasion in the near future. Debbie & the wedding team
Added 16th Jun 2022
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Lisa & Anthony
4.9
Married on 27th Aug 2022
We honestly don't know where to start in writing this review, so we may as well start from the beginning. From the minute we met Debbie in the Clayton she was an absolute dream. For the most part we connected over email as covid hit and we couldn't meet in person. But as soon as we got the chance to meet, we were so over the moon that Debbie was as nice in person as she was over email. She helped us with every little detail from chair covers to mood lighting to helping us with every little thing we needed on the day. She made us feel so relaxed and hassle free nothing was too big or too small for her and the team. They are a credit to the hotel and I couldn't recommend the staff any more highly than I can. All our guests said they had never been to a wedding were everything ran so smoothly from the get go. The food was spectacular and the portion sizes were huge. Everyone had a fantastic day including ourselves and it's thanks to Debbie and the wonderful team at the Clayton. We will be forever thankful we chose you as our venue for our magical day. Thank you forever Mr and Mrs Carroll xxx
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Lisa & Anthony, thank you both for such a lovely review. It was such a pleasure looking after you both and your guests, I'm so happy that you enjoyed your wedding day with us, it was lovely getting to know you both! See you soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 29th Sep 2022
Natasha & Noel
5.0
Married on 26th Aug 2022
From our first visit to the Clayton we felt that it would be a great fit for our wedding. At the time
when we started wedding planning we had Corina as our planner as we are one of the Covid
weddings that was postponed numerous times but we were very lucky as we had Corina to help
us along the way with all the changes we made there was never an issue on her part and she
helped us as much as she could. As we finally came close to the final date of 26th August 2022 we
had the pleasure of working with Debbie, the wedding coordinator presently in the Clayton. She
was a huge help to us leading up to the big day, everything we asked for whether big or small
she didn't have a problem in helping. On the day, we couldn't of asked for a better hotel or team
as the food and service was incredible, we got many compliments on the venue, staff and service.
Thank you for making our special day as perfect as we had envisioned it to be!
Natasha & Noel Kelly, 26th August 2022
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Natasha & Noel, thank you both so much for your kind words. We were delighted to host your wedding and were so happy that you got the day you wanted with no covid restrictions! We really enjoyed getting to know you both and your families along the way and please don't ever be a stranger! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 12th Oct 2022
Gemma & Liam
Married on 19th Aug 2022
Absolutely fabulous hotel, we couldn't have asked for better. The staff are amazing, big shout out to Graham the bar man, I think the White family want to adopt him! Amy the Events Manager is fantastic, everything just ran smoothly and nothing was an issue! Our amazing Wedding Coordinator Debbie, you were just so good from start to finish we couldn't have pulled it off without you! We highly recommend the Clayton Hotel for any future brides and grooms out there; you will not be disappointed! We thank you from the bottom of our hearts Mr & Mrs Gibbons
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Gemma & Liam, thanks so much for your very kind words. We loved getting to know you both along the way and had such a great time looking after your family on the weekend of your wedding. Graham said he would happily become part of the White family! Looking forward to welcoming you back to the hotel soon for a catch up, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 28th Sep 2022
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Stephanie & Sean
5.0
Married on 23rd Jul 2022
We got married in July 2022 in the Clayton Galway and from start to finish everything was perfect. With covid we had to organise alot of the wedding from abroad where we lived. Initially Karina helped us choose the perfect package, the clayton really are the best value we found in our searches considering all they include! Everything was thought of right down to the tayto sandwiches at the end of the night which went down a treat with our guests! Our guests kept telling us they had never been so well fed at a wedding, the food was fabulous. The rooms are second to none, the presidential suite was stunning and big enough to get lost in with an amazing wrap around balcony.

The staff were exceptional, Debbie and Amy made sure everything ran so smoothly! The ballroom was perfectly arranged to allow the band set up behind the scenes and allow the party to get started seamlessly after the meal. Special mention to Debbie who helped us with all the finer details, we would pop in to have "meetings" which really felt like a catch up with an old friend, she made everything so easy!!

We highly recommend the Clayton hotel Galway for your wedding, our guests thoroughly enjoyed themselves with some requests for us to get married there on a yearly basis...we wish we could!!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for such a lovely review Steph & Sean. It was so lovely getting to know you both, I definitely miss our "meetings" so you need to keep coming back into the hotel for those! I'm so happy that you and your guests enjoyed everything, the tayto sandwiches are always a big hit especially at 2am! I will pass along your kind words to all of our team, I know they will be so happy to read this. See you both soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 4th Oct 2022
Grace & Hugh
5.0
Married on 15th Jul 2022
We got married in the Clayton on July 15th 2022, and it was the best decision we made!
We seen a lot of hotels on our search but the Clayton was just amazing from the 1st meeting to the day we got married nothing was to much.
Debbie & Amy went above and beyond for us. We wanted a small intimate wedding and it was just perfect from start to finish.
I stayed in the hotel the night before our wedding and it was so chilled out the morning of our big day, which really helped!!
The food and service was second to none and all our guest commented on it how good the service was. My husband and I would highly recommend the Clayton if your looking for a big or small wedding!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Grace & Hugh, thanks so much for your lovely review, it means so much to us and we are so happy that you enjoyed your wedding day. It was a pleasure getting to know you both and hopefully we will see you both in the hotel soon! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 27th Sep 2022
Aishling & Rebecca
Married on 2nd Jul 2022
From the moment we chose The Clayton Hotel Galway as our wedding venue in 2019, we received 5 star service from the team. We had our ceremony and reception in The Clayton Galway and we were blown away by how much care and attention Debbie gave us on the lead up to the wedding. From the meal tasting, the fantastic line of communication in the months and weeks leading up to the wedding, to our wedding day itself, we received outstanding service from every member of the team in Clayton Galway. This was not just noticed by my wife and I, but by our guests also who thoroughly enjoyed the wedding meal and service by the Clayton Galway. It was dream come true for us and this was all down to Debbie and the entire team at the Clayton Galway. Thank you!!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for your kind words Rebecca & Aishling, I'm delighted to hear that you had a great day and it was so lovely getting to know you both along the way. Hoping to see you both soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 30th Sep 2022
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Helen & Alan
5.0
Married on 25th Jun 2022
Thank you to Debbie, Amy and all the Clayton hotel team for a fantastic wedding day. Everything ran so smoothly which made us feel so relaxed. The food was delicious and no ask was too big! They even added our favourite starter to the menu for us. They had the service down to a tee and we are still getting compliements from our guests about the food and venue. The whole planning phase was made so easy knowing Debbie had everything under control and was always available to answer any questions we had. We would highly recommend the Clayton Hotel Galway for anyone starting to plan their big day!

Helen & Alan
June 2022
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for your kind words Helen & Alan, it was such a pleasure to host your special day and we're delighted that you and your guests enjoyed it. Hopefully we will get a chance to welcome you back to the hotel in the near future, Debbie & the wedding team.
Added 6th Oct 2022
Emma & Paul
5.0
Married on 17th Jun 2022
From the minute we arrived for our first meeting we knew the Clayton Hotel Galway was exactly where we wanted to get married. We were greeted by Karina who was so nice and friendly and took a genuine interest in our big day. She made us feel totally at ease and explained absolutely everything. We had attended a number of weddings previously in the hotel and each one was so different and so personal to each couple along with amazing food every time this is want stood out for us.
When Karina changed positions we were handed over to the most amazing wedding planner Debbie, when we were told we would be in very good hands we were not left disappointed. She had everything under control during the planning stages right through to the day itself, absolutely nothing was to much trouble and she was always just a phone call or an email away.
Our wedding day was even more special than either of us could have imagined, every little detail was looked after and included. Our meal was outstanding, we still have guests comment that it was the best meal they ever had at a wedding. The evening food and late night tayto sandwiches were a huge hit also. The waiting staff and bar staff are a credit to you with one more pleasant and helpful then the next. Our suppliers expressed how much of a dream the hotel was to deal with and I couldn't agree more.
We had a bbq at the hotel the next day and it was so delicious, we will definitely be booking this whenever we next have an event, again the staff and chef on the day were brilliant and so accommodating.
I wouldn't hesitate in recommending the Clayton Hotel Galway to anyone for there wedding day you honestly won't find better.
Thanks so much again to Debbie and all the staff for making our wedding weekend so memorable.
Kind regards
Emma & Paul O?Halloran
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for the loveliest review Emma & Paul! It was such a pleasure to host your wedding day and getting to know you both along the day. I will definitely be passing along your kind words to our team and I know they will be so happy to hear that. Can't wait to welcome you back soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 11th Aug 2022
Fiona Mc Andrew
5.0
Married on 4th Jun 2022
Debbie was excellent to work with and always responded to emails very efficiently. The staff were fantastic on the day itself. The reception and meal, both which we prioritised, were exceptional. Couldn't recommend the Clayton Hotel Galway enough.
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Mary & Brian
5.0
Married on 28th May 2022
Thank you Karina, Debbie and team at the Clayton hotel for all your help and guidance to the build up to our wedding and on our wedding day last May. We had planned our wedding pre-covid and covid changed everything including our original hotel chosen to yourselves. After being very sceptical choosing a new hotel as soon as I met Karina I fell so confident about having our wedding with yourselves and then as we had booked so far in advance Debbie came along and was so kind to meet me and reassure me nothing changed only added extra layers to the wedding team and how true was this. Debbie couldn't have done any more to support and help us and nothing was too big to ask. I have never worked with anyone so understanding and accommodating and this means so much to wedding couples for our special day. The day itself was magical and ran so smoothly. I still have neighbours and friends come up to my family and ourselves and speaking about the great day they had and especially mentioning all the beautiful food they enjoyed. We are so glad we chose the clayton as it really was the best day we dreamt of and would have no problems to recommend it for anyone looking for their dream wedding venue. Thank you Debbie and team so much!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Mary & Brian for your very kind words, it was such a pleasure getting to know you both throughout the planning process and we're so delighted to hear that you and all your guests enjoyed the day, we're so glad you chose Clayton Galway to celebrate it! Hopefully we will see you both soon, Debbie & the wedding team
Added 6th Oct 2022
Emer & TJ
5.0
Married on 27th May 2022
We got married in The Clayton Hotel Galway in May 2022. We can, without any hesitation, say that it is the perfect wedding venue. The venue itself is beautiful, and it was just the perfect location for us and our guests. We have to say a special thank you to their fantastic wedding co-ordinator Debbie. From our first meeting, Debbie made us feel completely at ease. She is the ultimate professional and gave us fantastic advice and guidance with the whole planning process. She did a fantastic job at organising everything for our reception and was always available via email or phone if and when we needed anything. She thought of everything, and was a dream to work with. Noel, Amy and all the other staff were amazing as well. Every member of the team at the hotel was so helpful and friendly. Our day ran so smoothly and there was an incredible atmosphere from the moment we arrived. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was impeccable. If you?re considering The Clayton Hotel Galway for your wedding, BOOK IT!!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Emer & TJ, thanks so much for such a lovely review. It really means so much to us to hear that you enjoyed your wedding day and I know all of our team here will agree that it was such a pleasure hosting your wedding and getting to know you both. Debbie & the wedding team
Added 9th Jun 2022
Tatiana & Dumitru
4.6
Married on 15th May 2022
I would like to thank all of the team from Clayton who took care of us on our "Big Day" on 15th May 2022. Everything was more than we expected and we highly recommend the hotel.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much or your lovely review Tatiana & Dumitru. We were delighted to be part of your special day in May! Debbie & the wedding team
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Avril & Shane
5.0
Married on 14th May 2022
My husband and I had our wedding in the Clayton hotel in May 2022. From the very beginning, we received wonderful service from the Clayton, with Debbie (our wedding co-ordinator) being extremely welcoming, flexible and supportive. Debbie was amazing and made us feel at ease when we first met. She is very genuine and clearly loves what she does. She was on hand to take calls, reply to our emails and meet with us whenever we needed.
She and the team (including Amy on the day) created a wedding experience which felt luxurious but relaxed, which was exactly what we were hoping for! There were surprising extra touches on the day (even personalised champagne glasses!). We received a beautiful red-carpet welcome on arrival, and the drinks reception was very enjoyable. The reception room was beautifully decorated, and we were extremely happy with the quality of the food and the very attentive service from the team. All of the guests who stayed overnight commented on the elegant and spacious rooms and the accommodating and welcoming staff that checked them in.
We also had our day two celebration in the Clayton and we really cannot thank the bar staff enough for their exceptional service and friendly banter.
A huge thank you to all the wonderful staff at the Clayton for creating such a wonderful day for us and our guests.
We would highly recommend the Clayton for any future brides and grooms.
Avril and Shane Walsh
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Avril & Shane for your very kind words, it means so much to us that you had a memorable wedding day and what a pleasure it was to get to know you both and host such a special day in your lives. We're delighted to hear that your guests enjoyed their time with us and we are really looking forward to welcoming you back to the hotel soon. Debbie & the wedding team
Added 2nd Jun 2022
Mairin & Damian
5.0
Married on 6th May 2022
We got married in May with just our parents and siblings. We were originally supposed to have the big wedding with all the trimmings but with covid we had to postpone. We eventually got sick of waiting and when I contacted Debbie to tell her our plans she laid out how our small day could be the special day we wanted. The staff were beyond helpful and couldn't do enough to make sure we were happy on the day. Debbie was on the other end of the phone with any questions I had and was with me that morning getting ready which meant so much to me as my sisters couldn't travel to be there. The Clayton made rearranging our day effortless and I wouldn't change a thing!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Mairin & Damian for your lovely review. We loved hosting your wedding and we're so glad to have been a part of it. Thank you so much for choosing us! Hope we get to see you again soon! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 20th Oct 2022
Amy & Darragh
Married on 30th Apr 2022
Wedding bells!
5 star.
I recently had my wedding in the Clayton Galway. We were both absolutely delighted with the hotel. They are so accommodating and relaxed. Debbie was amazing from start to finish, so relaxed and calm and Carmel was excellent on the night also. The food was so lovely and the staff were incredible. I would highly recommend.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Amy & Darragh, thank you both so much for your kind words. It was such a pleasure getting to host your special day! Looking forward to welcoming you back soon, Debbie & the wedding team
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Nora & Michael
5.0
Married on 22nd Apr 2022
We got married on the 22nd April 2022 and was the best day of our lives. Debbie and Karina was absolutely amazing. We've been to a few weddings here before and knew straight away where we wanted to get married. Debbie was fantastic when we met her . She gave us loads of ideas things we never even thought of. We had the ceremony there as well and wow is what went through my mind when I walked in. the place looked amazing. The wedding reception was flawless, food was amazing and the service was to perfection. Since our big day our guests are still talking how much they enjoyed the day. massive thank you to Debbie and the Clayton staff for giving us a unforgettable day.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for your kind words Nora & Michael, we are so happy you chose us to celebrate your special day. We loved looking after you and your guests and we can't wait to welcome you back again soon. Debbie & the wedding team
Added 25th May 2022
Sarah Hopkins
5.0
Married on 12th Feb 2022
I can't recommend the team at the Clayton enough. We live in Canada, so were planning our wedding from there, which is already hard as it is, but then throw covid in the mix and date changes etc. Debbie the wedding coordinator was more than helpful - there wasn't enough she could do. She answered my many questions and queries without a bother and gave me all the information i needed to be able to make decisions. The day itself was amazing, everything ran more than smoothly. The whole team were just amazing. We couldn't have asked for better service. The food was delicious and they made changes that we wanted for us. I am also gluten intolerant and that was not an issue - they had plenty for me to choose from. The wine was plentiful. The restrictions had just been lifted in time for our big day so we got to have the real wedding experience with the residents bar, which went down a treat for guests that hadn't been out late in quite sometime!! We cannot recommend Debbie and the team enough.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Sarah & Dulta, thank you both so much for your very kind words. It was such a pleasure to have hosted your wedding day in the Clayton and I'm so glad that you both had a great time. We were delighted that restrictions had lifted just before your wedding and it was great to see guests enjoying our residents bar again. Hopefully we will get a chance to welcome you back when you're home next and again, thank you so much for this lovely review! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 1st Mar 2022
Marie & Sean
Married on 1st Jan 2022
We got married on New Year's Day 2022 and we knew the Clayton was the venue for us from the day we viewed it. What stood out to us above all else was how incredibly friendly and pleasant all of the staff were. Debbie and Karina in particular went above and beyond as wedding co-ordinators and made the whole experience enjoyable and as stress free as possible. Nothing was ever too big of an ask, we felt so supported and looked after during postponements and Debbie was always at the other end of the phone as restrictions were chopped and changed at the last minute.

On the day, everything ran so smoothly. We received an amazing red carpet welcome, the room looked fantastic and the food and wine were divine. The service was exceptional from start to finish and we couldn't fault anything at all throughout the weekend. Our guests also had a great time and were very complimentary of everything on both days.

We would like to say a massive thank you to all the staff who made our wedding such an incredible and memorable weekend, especially Debbie and Mark. We are delighted that we chose the Clayton and we would highly recommend it to anyone who is in search of their wedding venue.

Marie & Sean Shaughnessy.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for your kind words Marie & Sean. It was our pleasure to look after you and your guests and we are thrilled to hear your lovely feedback. I will definitely be passing along this to all of our team including Karina & Mark and I know they will be so happy to hear that ye had such a great weekend! Looking forward to welcoming ye back to the hotel soon. Debbie & the wedding team
Added 22nd Jan 2022
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Simone & Aidan
5.0
Married on 18th Dec 2021
We would like to thank the Clayton hotel and all the staff for making our special day so perfect. Karina and Debbie were extremely helpful throughout every stage of the planning process. They were so courteous, friendly and professional and were able to advise and update us at every stage of the wedding preparation and covid guidelines. The wedding reception was flawless. The food was magnificent, service was timely and the staff was so friendly and kind. Since our big day, our guests have commented on how much they enjoyed the reception and how beautiful the food was. Again, a massive thank you to Debbie and all the Clayton staff for making our day so special. Simone & Aidan 18/12/2021
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Simone & Aidan, thank you both so much for your lovely review, it really does mean a lot to us to hear how much you enjoyed your wedding with us. It was our pleasure to look after both you and your guests and I will definitely pass along your kind words to all of our team. Looking forward to seeing you both soon, Debbie & the wedding team.
Added 8th Jan 2022
Paula & Eoin
5.0
Married on 4th Dec 2021
We wholeheartedly recommend the Clayton Hotel to all couples planning their wedding! The hotel was highly recommended by many family and friends. After our first meeting, we knew that this would be the venue for us! It is very important to note that we postponed our wedding from December 2020 to December 2021. This was a time of uncertainty at the beginning of the pandemic and we will be forever grateful to the Clayton Hotel and the wedding co-ordinators Karina and Debbie for the kindness and compassion they showed us. Every time we visited the hotel we were always made feel very welcome by all staff. All guests complimented on the amazing food, service and warm atmosphere of the hotel. Coming up to the wedding, the wedding co-ordinator Debbie was amazing; offering us so much advice and support. Debbie and all the staff at the Clayton Hotel, Galway made our wedding a very special day for us.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Paula & Eoin for your kind words. Myself and Karina loved getting to know you both throughout your wedding planning journey and we were delighted to welcome you into the hotel as Mr & Mrs after having to postpone your original wedding date. I will pass along your lovely feedback to all of our team as I know they will be delighted to hear it. Hope to get to see you both soon, Debbie & the wedding team.
Added 7th Jan 2022
Sarah & Steven
5.0
Married on 25th Nov 2021
We would like to thank you and the team again at the Clayton Hotel for everything to make our day in November amazing. All the staff from start to finish were brilliant and they all should be proud. Staff are a credit to have in the Clayton Hotel.
Our experience with the Clayton Hotel was unbelievable and definitely will be staying again.
Debbie, Karina and Mark were so helpful and nothing was a problem. You made us feel so welcome and we honestly can't thank you, Karina and Mark enough. Should be proud of the service you provide
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Sarah & Steven, Thank you both so very much for your kind words. It was such a pleasure to host you and your families and we are so happy we could be part of your special day. Hopefully we will get to welcome you back to the hotel soon. Debbie & the wedding team.
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Tricia and Aaron
5.0
Married on 5th Nov 2021
When we booked our wedding we were introduced to the brilliant Karina. Karina went through everything with us and we felt as if we were in safe hands and could really start enjoying the fact that we had booked our wedding after many years!! The we got an email saying that Karina was moving department and that Debbie was taking over, to be honest we were a little nervous but after talking to Debbie for the first time we knew she was amazing.
As this was the first time either of us had got married we were new to the game but Debbie and the team knew all the tips and trick to help us. The night of our menu tasting we had booked into the hotel, this had been the first night away and we were looking forward to making the most of it, but the food was amazing and we eat so much we were in bed before midnight!!
Debbie was always available especially the week leading up to the big day. The room was set up beautiful and we had a memory table that you could see that thought was put into setting it up, which meant the world to us.
The waiting staff and the bar staff were brilliant and so friendly. And once again I'm talking about the food, our friends and family are still taking about it.
We have two teenagers and they ware treated like superstars throughout the whole process and really enjoyed the day.

Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Hi Tricia & Aaron, thank you both so much for your lovely review. We are delighted to have hosted your special day and what a pleasure it was to look after you and your guests. We will be passing along your feedback to all of our team who will be so happy to read your kind words. Looking forward to welcoming you back to the hotel soon, Debbie & the wedding team.
Added 22nd Nov 2021
Rachael & Liam
5.0
Married on 23rd Oct 2021
We could not commend Clayton Hotel and their team any higher for how they planned and handled our special day. They treated us with such compassion when we had to change our wedding date at last minute due to COVID restrictions.
We had originally planned to get married in March, 2021, but two weeks before the wedding, it was announced we would be limited to six people. Within minutes of emailing Clayton, we were given three new dates later in the year to choose from, and were told that no matter what, Clayton were going to make sure we were accommodated for and would get to celebrate the day how we wanted to. We eventually got married in October 2021, and thanks to the expert help of our wedding coordinator, Debbie Foot, the day went down without a hitch! We had met with Debbie in the months leading up to the wedding, and she went through the whole day, start to finish with us. She put a very detailed and professional plan in place, everything from the timings of the various parts of the day, to the colour schemes, decor, lights, etc, Debbie had a note on everything. On the day, there wasn't a thing out of place, the rooms looked incredible. The food was delicious, and tables were well serviced, and we didn't have to worry about a thing on the day as Debbie had everything under control. We got great compliments throughout the day from our guests, and ever since, but we couldn't take any of the credit for it. The whole team at Clayton Hotel were responsible for ensuring our guests were looked after and had a great experience. We would have no hesitations recommending Debbie and the rest of the team at Clayton Hotel for any couples looking for a venue to celebrate their special day! Everyone of the team members is friendly and welcoming. The food is delicious, the function room is accommodating for weddings of all sizes and can be customised to suit any type of wedding. Most importantly, Debbie will make sure to take the stress and worries away on the day!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Rachael & Liam, Thank you both so much for your kind words. What a pleasure it was to get to know you and your family and to be able to host your special day. I am delighted that you and your guests enjoyed it and I will make sure to pass on your lovely feedback to our entire team. Debbie & the wedding team
Added 23rd Nov 2021
Magda & Michael
5.0
Married on 23rd Oct 2021
My husband and I had an absolutely amazing time at Clayton Hotel. The staff were great. The bar mans were absolutely on top of their game. Dealing with Debbie was a pleasure. We could not recommend this place enough!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Magda & Michael for your very kind words. I will definitely be passing along your lovely feedback to our team here and we hope to see you again soon! Debbie & the wedding team.
Added 11th Nov 2021
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Sin?ad & P?draic
5.0
Married on 9th Oct 2021
The most amazing hotel. We got married here on Saturday and oh my god, Debbie went above and beyond for us. I just don't know how to recommend this hotel enough!! Our day was so magical and ran so smoothly and with restrictions in place- with the staff in the Clayton you wouldn't even know restrictions were there. From flowers to the food everything was next to none. Would recommend the Clayton so so highly. Would love to do it all again!! Sin?ad & P?draic x
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Sinéad & Pádraic, thanks so much for your lovely review and I'm so glad that ye had a great day! I will definitely pass on your kind words to our whole team and our florist. I hope we get to see you again soon, from Debbie & all the team at Clayton Hotel Galway
Added 12th Oct 2021
Louise & John
5.0
Married on 8th Oct 2021
We had our wedding at Clayton Hotel just over a month ago, and we could not recommend them enough. Debbie was a joy to deal with, and made everything so easy. She was so easy to contact, and took care of everything with a smile on her face. The hotel itself was fabulous, and we got some lovely pictures In the lobby area and in the bridal suite. All of our guests were talking about how lovely the food was and our chef, Joe, was so nice to deal with. We met with him at our tasting, on the wedding day and again the morning after, which just shows the level of care they offer. We had such a great day. Thanks to all at Clayton Hotel, we can't wait to visit again!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Hi Louise & John, thank you both so much for your lovely review. It was such a pleasure to look after you all and I will definitely be passing along your kind words to Joe, he really is an asset to our team!! Can't wait to see you both again soon, Debbie & all the wedding team!
Added 23rd Nov 2021
Sarah & Paul
5.0
Married on 2nd Oct 2021
FROM THE FIRST MEETING WITH KARINA AND DEBBIE IN THE CLAYTON I KNEW OUR WEDDING WAS IN SAFE HANDS, THE QUESTIONS AND EMAILS WERE ALWAYS ANSWERED PROMPTLY AND NOTHING WAS TOO MUCH HASSLE. THEY WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND IN EVERY ASPECT AND I KNEW THAT I DIDN'T HAVE ANYTHING TO STRESS ABOUT ANYTHING. THEY WERE EXTREMELY ACCOMMODATING FROM THE TASTING DINNER TO ENSURING MY HUSBAND HAD A PROPER MEAL THAT SUITED HIM AS HE IS LACTOSE INTOLERANT AND EATS EVERY COUPLE OF HOURS ???????? THEY ALSO WERE VERY FLEXIBLE AND KNEW ALL REGULATIONS AND HOW TO WORK OUR WEDDING INTO THESE TO MAKE THE MOST OF OUR SPECIAL DAY, I WAS ALLOWED A BAND BY MY WEDDING AND THE CLAYTON WERE ABLE TO LET THEM SET UP EARLIER IN THE DAY TO HAVE A SMOOTH TRANSITION FROM DINNER. THEY HAD A PROJECTOR AND WE WERE ABLE TO PLAY A VIDEO MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY WHO COULDN'T MAKE IT MADE FOR US WHICH WAS SUCH A SPECIAL TOUCH. THE WHOLE MEAL WAS LIKE AN ORCHESTRA, EVERYONE COMMENTED ON HOW WELL RUN IT WAS AND HOW AMAZING THE FOOD WAS. ALL THE FAVOURS AND SET UP WERE DONE EXACTLY TO OUR ASKING AND THE ROOM LOOKED AMAZING. I CAN'T GIVE ENOUGH CREDIT TO ALL THE STAFF AT THE CLAYTON FROM DEBBIE TO THE FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER TO THE STAFF WORKING BEHIND THE BAR AND EVEN ON BREAKFAST THE NEXT MORNING, WERE SO LOVELY, FRIENDLY AND JUST COULDN'T DO ENOUGH FOR US, A GENUINE CREDIT TO YOUR HOTEL. BOTH OF US WORK IN THE INDUSTRY, NOT IN WEDDINGS BUT THE HOSPITALITY WE SEEN AND RECEIVED WAS SECOND TO NONE AND I WOULDN'T HESITATE A SECOND TO RECOMMEND TO ANY OF OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES GETTING MARRIED IN THE FUTURE. EVERYONE HAD AN AMAZING DAY AND WE WILL TREASURE THE MEMORIES FOREVER. THANKS AGAIN
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Sarah & Paul for your kind words. It really was such a pleasure to host your wedding day here at the Clayton Galway and I will pass along your kind words to our whole team! Debbie & the wedding team
Added 15th Nov 2021
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Nora & Paul
4.9
Married on 1st Oct 2021
We would like to thank you Debbie, and all the wonderful staff in the Clayton Hotel for looking after ourselves and our guests so well the weekend of our wedding.
Honestly, so many of our friends and family are still talking about the wonderful day and night they had. You know how unsure I was about the drinks reception location!
Well! People especially loved this! They said it was so nice to sit together in the one space and relax while enjoying the food and drink that was provided.
The space was comfortable and there was no shortage of food or drink.
The function room looked fabulous and the meal was outstanding. The food was piping hot, so tasty and plentiful. The staff were helpful and attentive at all times and couldn't do enough for us.
We danced the night away once the band got going and honestly we had a really fabulous day and night.
We are delighted we chose the Clayton as our wedding venue and we would not hesitate recommending you.

It was so lovely to get to know you along the way Debbie. We thank you for looking after us so well and for always being there to talk to at the other end of the phone or email.
You definitely made the planning and preparations so much more manageable and enjoyable!

Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Nora & Paul for your lovely review. I'm are delighted that you and your guests had such a lovely weekend celebrating your wedding with us, it was such a pleasure to look after you all. I will be passing along your kind words to our banqueting and kitchen teams and I hope to welcome you back to the Clayton soon. Debbie & all the wedding team
Added 21st Oct 2021
Maria & James
5.0
Married on 10th Sep 2021
We decided with The Clayton Hotel for our wedding, we wanted everyone to have an extra special memorable day especially as family and friends hadn't properly spent time together since the start of the pandemic. We would have no hesitation at all in recommending Debbie & The Clayton Hotel for a couples special day, they were fantastic. We genuinely cannot find any fault with the service we received, the food was amazing and very well presented. All staff were extremely attentive from start to finish, we would like to give an extra special shout out to our wedding coordinator Debbie. Debbie listened to us from the very start, all our desires were taken on board and Debbie made sure on the day that all our wishes were carried out to the highest standard, she was very professional with a friendly and warm approach. The day ran like a fine oiled machine, not one glitch was had, Debbie made our day very easy and stress free. We feel that the attention to detail, to us as a couple and our guests made our day extra enjoyable not just for us but for all of our family and friends too, she really is an asset to the Clayton. We are still having amazing feedback from family and friends. We write this review almost 3 weeks after our wedding and we can honestly say it is still a major point of conversation with family and friends. We would like to warmly thank Debbie and all the staff for making our day perfect.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for your kind words Maria & James, we really do appreciate it and all of our team were delighted to hear your positive feedback! It was such a pleasure to host your special day and thank you so much for choosing us! Debbie & all the team at Clayton Hotel Galway.
Added 29th Sep 2021
Aoife & Ronan
Married on 4th Sep 2021
From the start to finish of our wedding day, everything was perfect at the Clayton Hotel! The food was amazing and all of our guests were commenting about how good it was. We are so grateful to the kitchen team! The service was impeccable on the day, from Micheal, Joe and all the team. We had to change our wedding date three times, and each time the hotel was so accommodating and helpful to us, especially Karina. Debbie has been an excellent addition to the team, and was so reassuring up to and the on the day. Thanks to Rory, Carmel and all the team for making our wedding day so special.
Added 30th Nov 2021
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Aoife and Paul Maloney
5.0
Married on 13th Aug 2021
The help we were given and the service provided were outstanding, especially during the pandemic. No ask was to big or to small, and they assured us the day would go ahead whether we had 6 or 100 guests. The staff went above and beyond what we had expected and helped to make our day truly special. We are extremely grateful for how easy they made the organizing of the day and would happily recommend them to any one. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, we were treated like royalty and we are excited to return to celebrate our first anniversary. Guests also commented on the lovely rooms and delicious food, the day couldn't have gone any better.
Added 9th Jul 2022
Marian Cunningham
5.0
Married on 24th Jul 2021
While we had a covid-19 wedding Karina and her team did everything they could to ensure our day was special, memorable and as normal as possible. We have amazing memories of our wedding and would highly recommend the food, service and staff at the Clayton Hotel Galway.
Added 23rd Jun 2022
Alan Deegan
Wedding on 10th Apr 2021
Hi Karina,

Danny and Bron showed us the first run of the superb wedding photos last night from the photographer and it reminded me that I hadn't sent a thank you to you for organising an absolutely fantastic day in the Clayton Hotel last month.

The staff were brilliant, from the lads who served the afternoon tea and breakfast the next morning (and a great job they did there), to the bar staff who were superbly attentive, to the chef and kitchen staff who laid on a scrumptious meal (not forgetting my awesomely tasty gluten-free nibbles) and not forgetting the folks on the desk who looked after us so well from start to finish.

It was an absolute joy to be able to spend the biggest day of my son's life in such a wonderful venue, with equally wonderful staff. Small discreet weddings in brilliant venues is definitely the way to go from now on.

Thank you again Karina, for making all that happen so smoothly, you did a great job.

Cheers

Alan Deegan
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Bronwen & Daniel Deegan
Married on 10th Apr 2021
We had our wedding on 10th of April 2021. From the moment we met Karina back in 2019 we knew we were in good hands. Although due to the pandemic our numbers were cut significantly Karina reassured us that our day would still be perfect, and she was right. From beginning to end our wedding day was like a fairytale. Karina and all the staff at the Clayton looked after us and our family so well. The food was absolutely fabulous and our glasses were never empty. We cannot thank you enough Karina and team and can't wait to catch up with you when we can. For any couples who are in two minds about whether to go ahead or not, just do it! The memories you will make with your immediate family will last a lifetime.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Bronwen & Daniel for your very kind words and for taking the time to write such a lovely review for us. We really do appreciate it. Great that you enjoyed the food, I will pass on your thanks to the kitchen team. Thanks again, hopefully we will see you soon, Karina & all the team at Clayton Hotel Galway.
Added 23rd Apr 2021
Julie & John Gerard Stenson
5.0
Married on 30th Dec 2020
We had our wedding in Clayton hotel on the 30th December 2019. Karina and her team were amazing. From our very first meeting with Karina we knew we would be well looked after and this gave John Gerard and I great confidence. On the day of our wedding expectations were exceeded by the professionalism and the attention to detail that we received. Everything was perfect we could not fault one single thing. The service and food was outstanding, the feedback from our families and guests was so positive. We loved every minute of our special day and we were so happy we chose the Clayton hotel. Thank you for all your time and patience throughout the whole planning of our wedding reception! Lots of love Mr & Mrs Stenson xx
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Julie & John Gerard for your wonderful words. I`m so happy to hear that you received such positive feedback from your guests, that really means a lot. Thank you again, so happy that your wedding day was perfect and that you were happy with your choice of venue. Hope to see you again soon, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 19th Nov 2020
Saoirse & Daithi Sammon
5.0
Married on 28th Nov 2020
We had our wedding in the Clayton last weekend and everything was perfect. Karina and the team are amazing, nothing was too much, the attention to detail was amazing, and Karina put our mind at ease from day 1 dealing with her. The hotel is fab, the layout was amazing and the food was 5 star. Our guests are still saying how good the food and portion sizes where.
The function room was great and the staff couldn't have been more helpful. I cant recommend the Clayton enough! If your in 2 minds about having your wedding during covid with limited numbers, do it! Karina and her team made the whole day feel so full of people and the layout made the room feel full. You wont regret going with the Clayton, they went above and beyond. Thank you Karina and staff.
From Saoirse & Daithi Sammon
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Saoirse & Daithi for your very kind words and for taking the time to write a review for us. Great to hear that you enjoyed your wedding day despite the restrictions. Ill pass on your compliments to our head chef and kitchen team. It was such a pleasure looking after you all and we hope to see you back in the Clayton soon again. Wishing you every happiness for your future together. Karina & all the Clayton team.
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Claire Lally
5.0
Married on 7th Nov 2020
Thanks so much to Karina & all the Clayton team for our wonderful wedding day. It may have been much smaller numbers than we had originally booked for and we changed our wedding date not once but three times yet Karina was so helpful all the way through. She never once made us feel bad or guilty about postponing. I honestly couldn't say enough good things about Karina and how she handled everything. I will be recommending this hotel to everyone for how they handled this and for giving us the most amazing wedding day. The food and service were top class and this hotel has the friendliest staff. Thanks to everyone, we look forward to coming back for our next family occasion.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Claire for your very kind words, it really means a lot. I`m just happy that I could help out especially during these times. It was a pleasure to look after you both and we look forward to seeing you back with us again soon. Ill pass on your thanks to the team also, they will be delighted to hear that you had the most amazing wedding day. Thank you again & take care, Karina and all the team.
Added 26th Nov 2020
Dona & David Tighe
5.0
Married on 16th Oct 2020
Amazing wedding day!

I don't even know how to start. We were lucky enough to have picked the Clayton to have our wedding at. It was honestly the best decision we have ever made. We got married on the 16th October in the middle of the pandemic. The staff at the Clayton could not have done more for us. I have to mention especially Karina Duffy!I cannot praise this lady enough She was constantly with us through this extremely tough year. Constant emails and encouraging texts through out the constant new legislation and changing restrictions. We ended up having a smaller wedding than we had planned but it was honestly the best day of our lives. I have to mention Noel as well, we had our tasting with him and again we were made feel so welcome and all our fears and questions were answered quickly and professionally. I honestly don't think these ppl get paid enough! There was also a lovely blonde lady who greeted us when we arrived and seemed to be running the show, I didn't get her name but as with all our experience of the Clayton staff we were made feel at ease and special. The Clayton constantly went above and beyond for out special day and I'm determined to tell everyone I can. Thank you so much guys. x Mr and Mrs Tighe.

Response from Clayton Hotel Galway

Thanks so much Dona & David for your lovely testimonial. We were the lucky ones as we had the pleasure of hosting your big day with us. I`m glad that I could hopefully reduce some of the stress that this year brought to you. We defo had to deal with many changes this year!!! I’ll pass on your thanks to Noel and Carmel also and hopefully we will see you soon again, thanks again, Karina, Carmel, Noel and all the Clayton team.
Added 28th Oct 2020
Claire Bailey & Cathal Hanley
5.0
Married on 10th Oct 2020
I know a lot of posts are related to people postponing weddings and losing money from suppliers but I just wanted to come on and say we met with our hotel the Clayton Hotel Galway yesterday and Karina in there couldn't of done more for us or been more understanding of the whole situation and what is happening. We have cancelled our hotel reservation and not once we're we made to feel guilty for doing it only 6 weeks out or anything. I honestly couldn't fault the hotel or Karina for all they did. I'll be recommending that hotel to everyone for any event after how they handled everything.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Claire for your very kind words, we understand that it’s an extremely difficult and stressful time for people and we are always on hand to help out in any way that we can. Thank you again, Karina.
Added 14th Oct 2020
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Michelle & Ross Connolly
Married on 9th Oct 2020
We had our wedding in the Clayton Hotel in October 2020 in the middle of the pandemic! We also had our ceremony in the hotel. We are so glad we went ahead with our day as planned, only with much smaller numbers. We met with Karina back in February of this year and she is so lovely. She is really excellent at her job, she helped us feel at ease during the months in the run up to the wedding with all that was going on in the world. On the day of the wedding Karina and all her team really went above and beyond. Everything went like clockwork as planned. Everyone was so attentive and professional. We are so happy we had our day as planned. Both myself and my husband along with all of our guests really had the best day ever. Thanks so much to everyone in the Clayton Hotel Galway. x x

Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Michelle & Ross for your lovely words and for taking the time to write such a lovely review for us. We really do appreciate it. I`m glad to hear that you had the best day ever. I’ll pass on your thanks to all the team here. Again, I thank you for your very kind words, hopefully I’ll get to see you soon again, Karina & all the team at Clayton Hotel Galway.
Added 19th Nov 2020
Evie & Enda Clyne
5.0
Married on 3rd Oct 2020
The Perfect October Wedding.

Myself and my husband had our wedding reception with the Clayton Hotel Galway in October 2020. We had originally planned on having the full big Irish wedding but of course with all the restrictions we had an intimate wedding instead. We have to say, we did not feel at all deprived or like we were missing out in any way, shape or form. Karina and her team gave as much effort and attention to our small wedding of 40 guests as she did back when it was 180. We had the best weekend of our lives. The food was DIVINE! We all danced the night away and had the best craic, it was absolutely magical and so, so special. The wedding team were so accommodating and no request or question was too much for them. Any specification or request we had when it came to dancing, food, vendors, decorations, music, or anything at all was - without haste - met with enthusiasm. They even helped organise a screening of small video compilation from family members and friends who couldn't make it, completely unbeknownst to us! I just want to say that we have no regrets in sticking with our original date with reduced numbers. Our guests were absolutely delighted to have something to look forward to and really enjoyed the night out. It felt so special and intimate, and we were absolutely blown away with the entire experience. I just know that these memories will last a lifetime; and the Clayton Hotel, in no small part, played a big role in this. Their team adhered to the guidelines absolutely perfectly and we were able to have an enjoyable wedding and a great time without feeling like we were in anyway at risk. They have the balance of safety and hospitality down to a tee. Both of us would absolutely recommend the Clayton as a venue for your wedding. Their wedding coordinator Karina Duffy is a treasure and a credit to the hotel. Also, in terms of accommodation, the Presidential suite is just something you have to experience! Thank you!

Evie & Enda Clyne, 3rd October 2020.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway

Thanks so much to you both for the really lovely heartfelt testimonial. We really appreciate you taking the time to write this. Gareth will be delighted to hear your lovely comments about our food as well the other team members in regards to our service. We have worked very hard to ensure that all safety measures are in place without compromising on our hospitality so its great to hear that we have achieved this. We loved looking after you and we hope to see you back with us again soon, take care, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 19th Oct 2020
Justin & Mary Cox
Wedding on 20th Sep 2020
Fantastic anniversary meal in Clayton with Maire N? Bhroin last night.
Top quality food and service as always!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much, always happy to have you back with us. Happy anniversary to you both.
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Sorcha Kinane and Edward Leslie
5.0
Married on 19th Sep 2020
We had our wedding on the 19th September having previously postponed from May. I would highly recommend the Clayton, Karina and the staff. We met with Karina a few weeks before to talk about the restrictions and she put us at ease straight away. Even though it was a smaller wedding than was originally planned we had a great day and all the guests enjoyed it. The way the room was set up was perfect we didn't feel like we had less than 50 people there. For anyone that's having doubts or between two minds about a smaller wedding I would say go for it, it was a great day. Thanks so much to Karina and the staff you made our day special and thanks for looking after us.
Sorcha and Edward.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks Sorcha & Edward for your very kind words and for taking the time to write a review for us.
Thanks also for your recommendation, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day with us and that you were happy that you went ahead regardless of the number of guests. It was a pleasure looking after you both and we hope to see you back in the Clayton soon again. Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 14th Oct 2020
Tommy & Lorna
5.0
Married on 28th Aug 2020
We decided on the Clayton Galway as our venue in 2019 after meeting with Karina. She was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and down to earth. We got married in August 2020 having cancelled our original date in March 2020. Given the situation at the time, we had to cancel our March date with only a week's notice due to Covid-19 and had to reduce our numbers for our August date. Karina and The Clayton were extremely understanding and accommodating, they made an already stressful time so much easier. Anything they could do to help, they did. Karina was in constant contact and put us at ease. We rescheduled for August and thankfully it was able to go ahead with 50 guests. We?re delighted we went ahead with it, the smaller wedding meant we got to speak to all the guests and spend time with them.

Karina had lots of ideas and suggestions and was a great sounding board to test our own ideas for the day. We were apprehensive about how the celebrations would go given the restrictions, but looking back now we honestly feel that it had little or no impact. All the guests felt safe and reassured which allowed everyone to enjoy themselves fully. Everything went even better than planned, it was an amazing day and more than we could have ever hoped for. All of the guests had a brilliant time and are still full of praise for the hotel and how the celebrations went. It was the first wedding in the hotel after reopening and they were incredible. They were determined to make it a memorable day for us, and they certainly did that. It was a big success. The ballroom was beautifully decorated, careful attention paid to lighting, chair coverings and minute details I?d never even think of. In terms of accommodation, the rooms are modern and spacious, and the Presidential suite had to be seen to be believed.

The food was exceptional and plentiful, it really was fine dining. We had a number of guests with specific dietary requirements (allergies, vegetarian, vegan) and all of these were catered for without issue. Guests still comment to us about the lovely food and a number of them have already been back for an overnight stay and meal in The Clayton. The service was fantastic, all of the staff were friendly and efficient. Special mention to Carmel, she was so kind and helpful, always available for any queries and overseeing the service to ensure everything was running smoothly. There was nothing we could fault or would wish to change about the day. The staff at the Clayton made it, they?re incredible. Everyone we met was friendly, polite and professional. Karina is a credit to the hotel, she went above and beyond and it was an absolute pleasure dealing with her. Karina always made us feel so calm and relaxed no matter how manic or hectic things were, and nothing was too much trouble. We couldn't compliment or thank her enough for making it the most special day for us, it was far beyond any of our expectations, we?re very grateful.

Thank you to Karina, Carmel and all the staff at The Clayton Hotel Galway for making it the perfect celebration of our wedding day. We?d give the Clayton and the team the highest recommendation possible and would encourage any couple looking for a venue to visit and chat to them ? you?ll be very glad you did! Thanks again.
Added 28th Aug 2021
Lorna Ahern
5.0
Married on 28th Aug 2020
We're approaching our 1st anniversary and we look back so fondly on our wedding day in the Clayton. We got married on 28th August 2020 with 50 guests in the middle of the Covid pandemic. We met Karina initially in late 2019 and although we had never been to the Clayton before, we knew walking out the door it was the hotel we wanted to get married in. Karina put us at ease from the minute we met her with her professionalism and reassurance. Our original wedding date was set for March 2020, however Covid had other plans and we had to postpone at very short notice when restrictions took effect. This was very new for us, Karina and the staff at the Clayton but they couldn't have been nicer and more accommodating.

When our special day eventually came around everything went exactly as we would have hoped. I couldn't have imagined our day any other way, even if there was no pandemic. Karina and the Clayton pulled out all the stops to ensure our day was as happy and memorable as possible. They went above and beyond on all aspects and nothing was too much trouble. Looking back now I wouldn't change a thing, even our guests still comment on how great a day it was.

The ballroom was beautifully decorated. The personalised menus were a popular talking point for guests and the food got 5 star reviews all round. The staff were incredible, and the service friendly and attentive - There was never an empty glass!!

I would highly recommend the Clayton to any couple, so much so a friend has recently booked their big day in the Clayton in 2022!! A massive thank you again to the hotel, the staff and Karina for making our day so memorable! Lorna xXx
Added 18th Aug 2021
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Mr & Mrs Connolly
5.0
Married on 14th Mar 2020
We celebrated our wedding in March 2020 just as localized restrictions were being put in place and all the possible headaches were dealt with in an instant by the Clayton Hotel Galway, specifically their excellent wedding coordinator Karina.

Up until the week to our wedding, the planning of the wedding was effortless with Karina handling everything to do with the reception that we asked. She provided timely reminders when we had to decide on certain elements and never made the experience feel overwhelming.

Even with the last minute changes due to restrictions, everything was handled with ease and professionalism. We thoroughly enjoyed every element of the day and really have to thank the Clayton Hotel Galway, Karina and all the staff who made the day an absolute pleasure.

Karina and all the staff really made the whole aspect of planning our big day effortless from the outset and we can't thank them enough for all they did for us.

We would highly recommend the Clayton Hotel Galway and all the team for any wedding or event.

Dan Connolly.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Hi Dan, thanks so much for your very kind words and for your recommendation. We were delighted to look after your big day here with us and we hope to see you back soon again, take care, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 21st Oct 2020
Catherine & Dan
5.0
Married on 14th Mar 2020
TO KARINA AND ALL THE FANTASTIC TEAM AT THE CLAYTON HOTEL GALWAY,

A HUGE THANK YOU TO YOU ALL!

WE GOT MARRIED ON THE 14TH MARCH 2020 (RIGHT IN THE MIDST OF THE COVID PANDEMIC WHEN IT ALL BEGAN), WE WENT FROM HAVING 180 GUESTS TWO DAYS BEFORE OUR WEDDING TO 100 GUESTS WITH LESS THAN 48 HOURS TO GO DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS.

WHEN THE RESTRICTIONS WERE ANNOUNCED THE PANIC AND DISMAY WE FELT WAS SO OVERWHELMING. WE DIDN'T KNOW WHAT TO DO WHETHER TO PROCEED WITH THE WEDDING OR CANCEL BUT THE CALMING REASSURANCE OF KARINA IN THE CLAYTON WAS EXACTLY WHAT WE NEEDED!

KARINA, OUR WEDDING COORDINATOR, MET WITH US ONLY A FEW HOURS AFTER THE MEASURES WERE ANNOUNCED AND HER SMILE AND WARMTH AND REASSURANCE EASED OUR ANXIETY STRAIGHT AWAY. SHE MADE US FEEL IT WASN'T ALL DOOM AND GLOOM AND OUR WEDDING CAN STILL GO AHEAD EVEN WITH LOWER NUMBERS AND THAT WE WOULD HAVE THE DAY WE ALWAYS PLANNED.

EVERY MEMBER OF STAFF FROM THE RECEPTIONISTS TO THE WAITRESSES AND BAR STAFF IN THE CLAYTON HOTEL MADE US FEEL SO SPECIAL. THE CLAYTON MADE US AND OUR GUESTS FEEL SO SAFE EVEN WITH THE NEW COVID RESTRICTIONS IN PLACE AND MOST OF ALL EVERYONE WAS SMILING AND LAUGHING AND COVID19 WAS A DISTANT MEMORY (FOR THE DAY AT LEAST).

THE FOOD WAS IMPECCABLE, THE SERVICE WAS INCREDIBLE, THE D?COR OF THE VENUE WAS AMAZING BUT WHAT MAKES THIS VENUE THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR WEDDING IS NOT JUST THE FOOD AND THE ATMOSPHERE BUT IT'S AMAZING STAFF AND HOW THEY MAKE YOUR WEDDING DAY AS THEIR NUMBER 1 PRIORITY.

WE WOULDN'T CHANGE ANY ASPECT OF THE DAY EXCEPT IF WE COULD DO IT AGAIN!
CLAYTON HOTEL GALWAY WILL NOT DISAPPOINT YOU AND YOU WILL NEVER MEET AN MORE EFFICIENT AND LOVELY WEDDING COORDINATOR LIKE KARINA WITH HER DEDICATION AND ENTHUSIASM EVIDENT FROM THE VERY FIRST MEETING TO THE LAST MINUTE WE SPENT IN THE HOTEL AND BEYOND. THANK YOU EVERYONE.

CATHERINE
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Catherine for your lovely words and for taking the time to write such a lovely review for us. We really do appreciate it. I`m glad that I was some help to you in those crazy few days! Delighted that you and your guests felt safe with us yet enjoyed your wedding day. I’ll pass on your thanks to all the team here.
Again, I thank you for your very kind words, hopefully I’ll get to see you soon again, Karina.

Added 20th Oct 2020
Caroline Bond
5.0
Married on 21st Feb 2020
Our wedding day was one of the best days of our lives!!! And it's with special thanks to the staff at the Clayton Hotel, Galway and the dedication of every single detail by their wedding co-ordinator, Karina Duffy, that made our day so magical and run with out a flaw! From the moment we decided on the Clayton everything fell into place: Karina literally made the whole process so enjoyable; from advice on suppliers, decor of the room, brilliant tips and tricks for the day itself, food and wine recommendations - every single tiny detail was covered. Each and every staff member were there to help us in any way they could. No request was ever too big! We were able to utterly relax and enjoy the day knowing that everything was in safe hands. A huge thank you to the hotel, the friendly staff and Karina for making it an unforgettable day! We couldn't recommend them highly enough!

Caroline
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Caroline, so happy to hear that is was one of the best days of your lives! It was a pleasure looking after you, Liam and all your guests and hopefully we will see you back with us sometime soon, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 17th Oct 2020
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Avril and Dan Kelly
5.0
Married on 25th Jan 2020
Thank you so much Clayton Hotel Galway for all the amazing food and hospitality. Karina and Carmel and all their staff are a true credit to this hotel and cannot thank you enough for all you have done for us.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Avril & Dan for the very kind words, it was a pleasure looking after you both and we hope to see you back again soon.
Thanks again, Karina.
Added 31st Jan 2020
Anne-Marie & Kieran
5.0
Married on 26th Oct 2019
We had the joy of celebrating our wedding on 26th October 2019 in the Clayton Hotel. While the Clayton is a beautiful establishment and perfectly located, it was not either of these things that made our day so prefect. As you see, like a house that is beautifully designed and well located, it is not these things that make it a home, It is the people who live in that house that make it a home. The Clayton Hotel can to be likened to this. It was the staff that made our day, so special. We first met the staff of the Clayton the year previously at my brother's wedding. Their effortless way of keeping the whole day running smoothly was amazing. They were so pleasant to all their guests and spend the day ensuring that not only the bride and groom had a great day, but that every guest did. This was our first time at a wedding in the Clayton and it was on this experience that we booked our wedding there within days of my brother's wedding. Upon first meeting Karina, I knew that this lady knew her job inside and out, and most importantly for us, she was not doing a sales pitch. She got to understand what type of people we are, so she could fully understand what we wanted for our day. She really wanted to ensure we got what we wanted for our day, not what she thought we needed. Throughout the year, I called on her for advice, which was invaluable. On the day, it was her and Carmel Walsh we saw first at the hotel to greet us, and not with a wave or a hand shake, but with a genuine hug, that made me know that they were really happy for us. It was like we were the first wedding they ever had there, as their excitement and enthusiasm was evident, which is so important as they made it all about us. Both of these ladies could not do enough for us and were so mindful of us all day.

The guests are still raving about the quality if the food, and the endless amounts of seconds. They too could not complement the staff enough.

Thank you all so much for making our day so great. Anne-Marie & Kieran
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much to you both for the really lovely heartfelt testimonial. We really appreciate you taking the time to write this. Thanks so much for your kind words for both myself and Carmel.
Gareth our head chef is delighted with your comments about our food, we are just so happy that you both and your guests enjoyed your day with us.
We hope to see you back again with us soon, thank you again so much, it was a pleasure looking after you, Karina.

Added 13th Nov 2019
Theresa & Gerard Daly
5.0
Married on 11th Oct 2019
From start to finish, from the very first moment we contacted the Clayton Hotel regarding our wedding they really were brilliant. Myself and Gerard cannot thank ye all enough. Ye all made are wedding day perfect for us both. All the staff at the Clayton were fantastic. Karina you really were amazing, whatever we wanted you made it happen and you never said no to anything we required and for that we thank you so much. Everyone that attended has commented on how beautiful the whole lot was and raving about the food. The kids had such a ball of a time and the atmosphere was really child friendly. We can't thank everyone enough for making our wedding day so special and easy. Thanks so much to everyone at the Clayton Hotel ???? Gerard and Theresa Daly x
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Theresa & Gerard for the really lovely review. So happy to hear that you had the most perfect day. We loved looking after you both and all your guests and we look forward to seeing you back again soon. Thanks again, Karina.
Added 8th Nov 2019
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Andrew Hannon
5.0
Married on 29th Aug 2019
Excellent service by all staff
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Andrew, delighted to hear that you enjoyed the wedding that you attended here and that you were happy with the service from our staff. Thank you again, Karina.
Added 7th Nov 2019
Marion and Padraic
5.0
Married on 17th Aug 2019
Thanks to Karina, Carmel and all the wonderful staff at the Clayton hotel Galway. I could not praise them enough we had the perfect day. No fuss, no pressure just perfect. we would recommend the Clayton Galway to anyone thinking of getting married, the Clayton even had a great choice for vegetarians
Added 8th Nov 2019
Erica and Gavin
5.0
Married on 3rd Aug 2019
We had our wedding reception in the Clayton hotel on the 3rd of August, from our very first meeting with karina right up until our wedding day she was amazing! nothing was a problem, no matter how many times I changed my mind! Karina, Carmel and Mich?al and all the staff at the Clayton are just simply top class! we couldn't of asked for a better team to look after our big day! The food was amazing, everybody was so happy about it, those who stayed love the comfort of their rooms.the service was impeccable, they have an amazing ability to create a relaxed atmosphere while maintaining the highest level of professionalism. They made us feel so special, nothing was an issue, even when our 2 year old son had enough and our babysitter needed to bring him to the room in the middle of the meal they made sure her dinner was brought up to her and that his toys got up to the room to him too. the ballroom looked amazing exactly as we wanted it! all the extra bits and pieces we had left in were put in their place by the staff, we really didnt have to worry about a thing! we can't thank everybody at the Clayton enough for making our day so special! we also had a BBQ the day after and the same level of impeccable service was carried through to this, and again the food was fab! so if you're considering the Clayton for your big day then go for it! it's an amazing hotel, with an amazing bridal suite too! The staff are top class, so friendly and helpful! You will not regret booking your wedding here!

To Everyone at the Clayton, thank you so much!! ?
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Erica & Gavin for the really lovely review. We are so happy to hear that you had such an amazing few days with us. We only loved looking after you all and hope to see you back again very soon. Thanks again, chat soon, Karina.
Added 26th Aug 2019
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Manus & Philomena Reilly
5.0
Married on 19th Jul 2019
We can't recommend the Clayton Galway enough for weddings. We got married there the 19th of July 2019 and they went above and beyond. Karina was exceptional to deal with thought the whole planning process. She was always quick with her responses and I asked a lot of questions! She made us feel as if it was truly our day from the very beginning. We felt at ease with her from our first meeting. Everything we asked for was done. The food and service for the dinner was excellent. We found all the staff friendly and professional. They made our day so special for us. It is the perfect place to have a wedding in Galway especially if you want to do it your way! We can't thank all the staff enough!

Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Philomena & Manus for your very kind words. So lovely to hear that you can’t recommend us enough and that we made your day special for you. We loved looking after you both and all your guests and we hope to see you back again soon. Wishing you both every happiness for your future together. Thank you again, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 11th Sep 2019
Rachel Ollerenshaw
5.0
Married on 13th Jul 2019
Karina was absolutely amazing from start to finish. She responded to me quickly and always had a solution. The hotel staff were super on the day and all guests have told us their every need was catered for. I would highly recommend it as a wedding venue.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Rachel for the recommendation, we loved looking after you and Gerard and all your guests and we hope to see you back at the hotel soon again, thanks again, Karina.
Added 13th Aug 2019
Meaghan & Stephen
5.0
Married on 11th Jul 2019
We had the pleasure of having our wedding at the Clayton Hotel recently and we were absolutely delighted with Karina and the team there. From start to finish, Karina was absolutely amazing to work with - her attention to detail, professionalism and ability to keeping everyone so calm and at ease - we couldn't fault her or any of the staff at the Clayton. The wedding reception itself went off without a hitch and the staff were so friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend the Clayton for anyone considering having their wedding there.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Meaghan & Stephen for your very kind words.

It was our pleasure to look after you both and all your guests and we look forward to seeing you back again soon.
Thanks also for your recommendation and personally thank you for your kind comments regarding myself, delighted to hear that I could help in some way and that you were happy with my work.

Hopefully I will see you both again soon, thanks so much again, Karina.
Added 21st Oct 2019
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Pamela and John
5.0
Married on 15th Jun 2019
Recently got married at The Clayton and we're so happy we chose it as our venue. The staff were fantastic. Karina just made the whole experience stress free and so enjoyable. Her attention to detail, knowledge, personality and her can do attitude made The Clayton stand out above any other venue we looked at. Karina remained a joy the deal with from day one to D day! Everything about the Clayton was perfect on our big day. The food was amazing, the reception was stunning, the decor, the staff, the way the looked after us, the list goes on. The little personal touches were such a treat. They literally thought of everything. We had such a relaxed day knowing that we were in such capable hands. Thank you so much to all of the events staff who made our day everything we dreamed it would be!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Pamela & John for the fab review, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day with us and that you loved our food and décor. We appreciate you taking the time to write us such a lovely review. We really enjoyed getting to know you both and looking after you for your big day, we wish you every happiness for your future together and look forward to seeing you back at the Clayton again soon.
Thank you again, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 30th Jun 2019
Mike & Laura Acton
5.0
Married on 31st May 2019
Just wanted to thank you and your team for the most beautiful perfect wedding day we could ever have imagined and hoped for.
We cant praise you enough from the very beginning to the wedding day its self. You were the most amazing group to deal with in every way.
The food was out of this world and above all the staff were fantastic and so friendly. Everyone in attendance has commented on how amazing the hotel was and raving about the food.
Karina the wedding coordinator was incredible and so accommodating and easy to deal with. Karina & Carmel made sure we had the most amazing weekend and that everything ran so smoothly.
We honestly cant thank you all enough. We will be forever grateful that we had the pleasure to meet and deal with you all & that we made the perfect decision by having our wedding in the Clayton Hotel Galway.
The whole weekend was above and beyond our expectations and that is down to you.
Wishing you continued success
Mike & Laura x
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so so much Laura & Mike for the really lovely testimonial, we really appreciate it but more so we are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the day, the food and the overall experience here with us.
What more can we ask for than a weekend that was above and beyond your expectations.
It was such a pleasure looking after you both and if you ever need anything at all you know where we are. Thank you again, hope to see you soon, Karina.
Added 5th Aug 2019
Niamh and Shane
5.0
Married on 4th May 2019
We had our wedding just over a week ago in the Clayton. We booked it knowing it's wonderful reputation and wedding staff.
However ,we were blown away with all they did for us on the day. From the reception food/drinks, beautiful decor, friendly staff and fabulous meal, everything was just perfect. Our guests were looked after so well and the amount of compliments we got about the venue was testament to how great it was.
Karina is such an asset and any bride and groom would be lucky to have her. Credit to Carmel & Noel too.
To any prospective couples we would 100% recommend having your wedding here. It made the day even more special knowing the care and attention we were receiving. Thanks again to the Clayton and all the staff for a truly memorable day. Niamh & Shane.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Niamh & Shane for your very kind words. We loved looking after you both and hope to see you back again soon.

Thank you again, we really appreciate your review and we are super delighted that you enjoyed your wedding day with us. Karina, Carmel and all the team.
Added 14th May 2019
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Iamanda and Shane Concannon
5.0
Married on 15th Mar 2019
From the moment we met Karina we knew this is where we wanna have our wedding reception. It was so easy to talk to Karina she just handled everything. A dream come true. My mam requires oxygen and the care she got from Carmel and the team upstairs was absolutely amazing. I honestly can't thank you enough. To the entire staff there to be honest wow is all we can say. We had so many people tell us how great the hotel food and staff were. What an absolute pleasure it was having the best day of our lives in your wonderful hotel. xxx Thank you so much, we highly recommend this beautiful hotel xxx love Iamanda and Shane Concannon
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks Iamanda & Shane for the really lovely review, we are so happy to hear that you both and your guests had such a great day with us and we look forward to seeing you back again very soon.
Thank you again, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 9th Apr 2019
Darina & Kenny Walsh
5.0
Married on 16th Feb 2019
We got married in the Clayton hotel and
we are so happy with everything. The venue was beautiful and all my guests commented on how lovely the food was and how much finger food was at the reception. There was such a selection of food and loads of it. The meal was gorgeous and piping hot. The staff Karina and Carmel were so helpful on the day and before the wedding also.
The bridal suite is the nicest I have seen and it was a treat to have two nights staying in this. Overall we are so happy with how our day went and delighted that we chose the Clayton for our big day.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Darina and Kenny for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We are so happy to hear that you both and your guests enjoyed your meal, I will pass on your compliments to the kitchen team. I will pass on your thanks to Carmel also. We loved looking after you both and we look forward to seeing you back at the Clayton very soon. Thank you again, Karina.
Added 29th Mar 2019
Fidelma & Darragh
5.0
Married on 30th Nov 2018
We first met Karina in January 2017 and after having spoken to her for less than 5 minutes we knew that the Clayton was where we wanted our wedding to be. From booking that day, right up until the day we checked out after our wedding, no request was too big or too small and every single detail was catered to without any fuss. Karina, Carmel and their team looked after us and our guests on the day so well and nothing was left out. 2 months later, people are still talking about our day and how brilliant the Clayton were. Highly recommend meeting with Karina in the Clayton before you decide on your Galway wedding venue.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Fidelma & Darragh, that’s so lovely, really great to hear that your guests are still talking about the hotel, what more could we ask for. I will pass on your thanks to Carmel and the team here also. Thanks again for taking the time to write us a review, we really do appreciate it. Look forward to seeing you back at the Clayton again soon.
Added 28th Jan 2019
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Marina Iantorno & Nitesh Singh
5.0
Married on 12th Nov 2018
One of the best hotels, I would recommend everything, especially in terms of organizing wedding. One just need to choose the venue the hotel and the wedding coordinator Karina Duffy will take care of everything. She makes sure everything will go error less. I wish the hotel best of luck. 5 star from my side.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Nitesh for the 5 star review and the recommendation, we are so happy to hear that you felt so well looked after. We loved looking after you both, as I just said to Marina, you made us all cry!
We hope to see you again soon. Karina, Carmel & all the team.
Added 7th Dec 2018
Marina Iantorno & Nitesh Singh
5.0
Married on 12th Nov 2018
It's an amazing place to stay and to celebrate any important event. My husband and me celebrated our wedding at this hotel and it was absolutely amazing. The food, the service, the wedding planner and her assistant. Our guests were so comfortable with everything and the rooms were stunning! Couldn't be better!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway

Thank you so much Marina for the very kind words, we are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the day and were happy with the food and the service here. We loved looking after you both, you made us all cry at your ceremony!
We hope to see you again soon. Karina, Carmel & all the team.
Added 7th Dec 2018
Donna Walsh & Clive O`Sullivan
5.0
Married on 2nd Nov 2018
Would highly highly recommend The Clayton Hotel Galway. We got married here on 2 November 18 & the hotel could not have made our amazing day better. Karina their wedding planner, was just fantastic & goes out of her way to make your special day magic . We were treated like royalty on the day . Want to do it all over again !! If you?re thinking about getting married here, think no more!! You won't regret it! Food was amazing too! Our room was out of this world!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Donna & Clive, thanks so much for the lovely review and the very kind words. To hear that you felt that you were treated like royalty on the day really makes us proud. We couldn’t ask for any more than that. Do call back in and see us for a coffee and a catchup when you are passing and we wish you every happiness for your future together. Thank you again, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 7th Dec 2018
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Melissa small x
5.0
Married on 27th Oct 2018
Highly recommend this hotel , wedding package is the best in galway great value money , as for karina she's is the best at her job and absolutely lady great help with organizing everything dunno what I would done without her xx love this hotel always have family occasions here will not disappoint xx beautiful hotel and honeymoon suite ????????????
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Melissa for the recommendation and the very kind words. It was lovely to look after you and Brian for your big day. Hope to see you both again very soon :)
Added 29th Jan 2019
Melissa Hession & Brian Small
5.0
Married on 27th Oct 2018
Myself and my wife celebrated our wedding there recently. I cannot thank Karina enough and all the staff for the work they did on the day. They went over and beyond for the whole day. The attention to detail was amazing. We couldn't be anymore happy how the day went. It was the best choice to go to the Clayton. We def be back for more events.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks Melissa & Brian for your very kind words. We loved looking after you both and all your guests. Do call back in again to see us soon. Wishing you lots of love, luck and laughter for your married life together. Karina, Carmel & all the Clayton team.
Added 7th Dec 2018
Deirdre McCarthy and Kevin Joyce
5.0
Married on 25th Oct 2018
We had our wedding at the Clayton Hotel Galway and we were very impressed with the food, accommodation and the staff. We had a large number of guests travelling from Cork and there was plenty of room for anyone who wished to stay. There was no restriction on the number of rooms that could avail of the wedding rate, in fact it was so reasonably priced, a large number of guests stayed two nights. We were very impressed with Karina's advice, knowledge and calm demeanour and we would highly recommend the Clayton.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway

Happy New Year to you both and thanks so much for the very lovely review. I hope that all is well with you both and that married life is going great. Lovely to hear that you would recommend the hotel and myself.
I look forward to seeing you both back at the Clayton again soon.
Thank you again, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 15th Jan 2019
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Aileen & Emmett
5.0
Married on 19th Oct 2018
We had our wedding a week ago in the Clayton Hotel Galway. We had an amazing day.
Karina was our Wedding Coordinator and we honestly couldn't speak highly enough of her. We met Karina back in November and from then right up until our Wedding, she couldn't have done more for us. She was so professional, helpful, approachable and friendly. Nothing was hassle and anything we asked for, she made sure we got.
On the day the entire staff made sure our day was amazing and everything ran smoothly. The food was amazing and the service was excellent.
We would definitely recommmend this hotel to anyone thinking of a Galway Wedding.
Thanks a million Karina and all Staff.

Aileen & Emmett
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you Aileen & Emmett for the very kind words. It was such a pleasure to look after you both and all your guests and we wish you all the happiness in the world for your future together. Thank you again, so happy to hear that you would recommend us. We hope to see you back at the Clayton again soon, Karina & all the Clayton team :)
Added 27th Oct 2018
Laura Walsh & Patrick McHugh
5.0
Married on 13th Oct 2018
We had our wedding here at the Clayton Galway 13.10.18 and from the minute we met Karina a year prior to our big day, we knew we had made the right choice. Nothing was too much trouble, all of our ideas were supported and encouraged. Karina was professional, warm and friendly and made sure our whole vision for our day came true. All of the staff on the day went above and beyond, but huge thanks in particular to the two Noels who made sure everything went like clockwork and also made sure Every single one of our guests had a fantastic weekend from start to finish. We have received many compliments from our guests about the food, accommodation and service that they received that weekend and we wanted to make sure that they were passed on to yerselves. Thanks again Karina and team. Hopefully see you all soon.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Laura & Patrick for the really lovely review. We are so happy to hear that your guests had such a fantastic weekend and that you received so many compliments. I have passed on your thanks to the team and in particular to the two Noels who were chuffed with the feedback. Do call in and see us anytime, we would only love to see you both. Thank you again, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 7th Dec 2018
L&M
5.0
Married on 25th Aug 2018
Simply amazing and the best place to have our wedding ! Karina and team looked after us from the first day , very organised , nothing is too much to ask ,organising our wedding from the UK was so easy with Karina and she was so helpful each time . The food service, and package was amazing everyone commented on the day how good the food was . The honeymoon suite is the best in galway .Thank you so much to all the team at the clayton hotel galway , we would highly recommend this hotel for weddings .
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Laura & Mark for the lovely review. Really great to hear that you would recommend us. I hope married life is going great and I hope to see you both back at the Clayton again soon. Wishing you both every happiness for your married life together. Thank you again, Karina.
Added 11th Oct 2018
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Maria Conroy and Michael Egan
5.0
Married on 13th Aug 2018
We cannot recommend The Clayton highly enough. We had our ceremony and reception in the hotel and we had such a fabulous day. The staff are exceptional. They were very welcoming, friendly and professional. Karina is beyond brilliant at her job. She made the whole planning process stress free and enjoyable as we knew our wedding was in very capable hands. We have no hesitation in highly recommending The Clayton in Galway as a wedding venue.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Maria and Michael for the very lovely review. I hope that all is well with you both and that married life is going well. Lovely to hear that you would recommending the team here and myself :) I am glad that I was able to make the whole planning process stress free and enjoyable for you. I look forward to seeing you both back at the Clayton again soon. Thank you again, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 4th Nov 2018
Laura & Martin
5.0
Married on 7th Jul 2018
Karina and staff were extremely accomnodating and were very helpful whenever we had any questions Anything we suggested or wanted did'nt seem to be a problem. The staff were very professional and friendly, this is something that was noted by many of our guests. The food was delicious and we were thrilled to hear our guests raving about the meal Our wedding day in the Clayton was amazing and I would love to relive it. We would highly recommend this venue. Our special day went so smooth. Thank you so much for your help and efforts in making our wedding day so special. It was more than we could ever dreamed of, we would also like to compliment your staff whose exceptional professionalism and friendliness will be long remembered.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Laura & Martin for the very kind words. We are all so happy to hear that you had an amazing day and that you would love to relive it. Great to hear that your guests raved about the food. Thanks for the recommendation, we look forward to seeing you back again soon. Karina & all the team at the Clayton.
Added 30th Oct 2018
Jade & Eddie Cloherty
5.0
Married on 11th May 2018
Can't recommend the Clayton enough for weddings. Karina the wedding coordinator was absolutely amazing and so accommodating as were all the staff. We were looked after so well by Carmel and her team on the day. From the food to the atmosphere everything was perfect. Karina and Carmel made the day and the time leading up to the wedding so stress free. Thank you so much.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you Jade & Eddie for the very kind words. So lovely to hear that we helped make the time leading up to your wedding day so stress free. We loved looking after you both and we wish you all the luck in the world for your married life together. We hope to see you back again soon, Karina.
Added 3rd Oct 2018
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Deirdre king
4.9
Married on 21st Apr 2018
From start to finish of our wedding prep, any dealings we had with the hotel and staff was 100%. Highly recommend this hotel!!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Deirdre, I hope all is well with you & Patrick. Great to hear that you would recommend us.

Thank you again, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 29th Oct 2018
Emer & Greg Hardie
5.0
Married on 14th Apr 2018
My husband and I celebrated our special day at the Clayton Hotel in Ballybrit on 14th of April, 2018. Our first meeting with hotel staff, was with Karina. We were highly impressed with the standard of service that we received from Karina throughout. She allayed any fears that we had about having to organise our wedding reception from abroad. Karina's help and attention to detail made the process of organising the day from Scotland a lot easier than initially anticipated! Karina was always available to contact and she was willing to help in any way she could. We are thankful to the Clayton staff for making our Wedding day so memorable and relaxed for all. The day was seamless from start to finish. The food, the service and the ballroom exceeded all of our expectations. The staff were noted by us, our friends and family for their friendly, helpful and kind disposition. They went above and beyond for everyone. All of our guests, many who had travelled from other countries thoroughly enjoyed the day and thought the level of service was exceptional. We stayed at the Clayton for a few days after our wedding and the level of service was just as exceptional during these days as it was during our wedding day! You made our day one that we will remember fondly for the rest of our lives and to our friends and family that travelled from near and far, you showed the great hospitality and ?C?ad m?le f?ilte? that Galway is renowned for.
Thank you Karina and the entire Clayton staff for making our day so special xxx
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Emer & Greg for the really lovely review, we loved looking after you both. Great that we made your wedding day one to fondly remember and that our food and service exceeded your expectations, what more could we ask for. We wish you a lifetime of happiness together. Thank you again & we hope to see you both again soon, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 13th Dec 2018
Karen & James
5.0
Married on 7th Apr 2018
We had the most amazing wedding reception at the Clayton Galway on 7th April. From the first time we met with Karina we knew that this was the venue for us. Karina was so accommodating and nothing was any trouble. She helped us in so many ways to make the venue look absolutely fantastic. Our guests are still raving about the decor. John and Carmel were also brilliant on the day. The food was amazing. All came out without delay and piping hot. The arrival reception was also fantastic. We had a fantastic day and we would highly recommend the Clayton for anyone looking for a wedding reception
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Karen & James for your very kind words. Delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day with us. I’ll pass on your thanks to Carmel, John and our kitchen team. Great that you enjoyed the food also and that you would recommend us to anyone looking for a wedding reception.
Thank you again, we hope to see you back at the Clayton very soon, Karina.
Added 13th Jun 2018
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Trina McGuire & Rory McGann
5.0
Married on 17th Nov 2017
TOP CLASS!! We fell in love with this hotel 5 years ago when my brother got married. There was no talk of getting engaged any time soon but we decided then and there that when the time came the Clayton Galway was the one for us. We got married Friday the 17th of November and the Clayton couldn't do enough for us. Karina you are some women, nothing was ever an issue and the day flew. You and the team were just amazing and we just can't say enough! John and David such gents and everything was accommodated. The reception staff were super stars. Everyone of our guests raved about the hotel, the rooms, the food and the staff and we're only delighted to pass on that feed back. We're sad it's over but any time we have anything on in Galway ye are our go to hotel! Wishing you continued success and hopefully see you all soon again!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Trina & Rory for the very kind words. Great that you and your guests were so happy with the hotel. We loved looking after you both. It was great to see Claire & Alan back again also. We hope to see you both again soon and we want to wish you both every happiness for your future together. Thanks again, Karina.
Added 5th Dec 2017
Trevor Quinn and Pauline Hodgins
5.0
Married on 10th Nov 2017
My wife and I were planning our Civil Wedding for 10th Nov 2017 and thankfully chose the Clayton Hotel. We had an initial meeting with Karina Duffy explaining our needs for 30 guests. We selected our package and from that point on Karina and her team took charge. We were kept Up-to-date with everything regarding our special day and were treated as if we had 400 guests. On the day itself, the ceremony room was laid out beautifully, the food was excellent and the guest rooms especially the Presidential Suite offered to Bride & Groom was breath-taking.
The Clayton Hotel staff ensured a seamless transition from beginning to end and were on hand throughout. I can't speak highly enough about Karina, her team and the hotel staff who made our special day truly special.
For any couple planning a Civil Wedding, all our guests walked away with an amazing experience. I would recommend the Clayton Hotel Galway to anyone because our Wedding Day was absolutely fantastic.
Trevor Quinn and Pauline Hodgins
10th November 2017
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Trevor and Pauline for the really lovely review, we loved looking after you both. Great that we made your day truly special, what more could we ask for :)

Thank you again & I hope to see you both again soon, Karina.
Added 8th Dec 2017
Karena & David
5.0
Married on 21st Oct 2017
We would like to say a massive thanks to the Clayton Galway on helping us create the perfect wedding day. From the minute we met Karina we knew the Clayton was the place for us. Karina & Sarah were on hand for any query we had throughout our planning & always responded efficiently. From the menu tasting to table plans any little thing we thought off to add or change was no problem, Karina was there to give us honest advice on any item which was a fantastic help when we were undecided on some items. On the day of the wedding things couldn't have gone any smoother which was down to having a brilliant team in place, we would especially like to thank Karina, Carmel, John & Noel for making us feel so relaxed on the day and David for being so helpful the evening of our menu tasting. We decided to have the speeches before dinner & the service was so efficient we had our meal completed by 8.30pm, which meant we could mingle freely to chat to our guests & get the band started nice and early. The function room was decorated beautifully & Karina knew exactly what we wanted. The food was simply outstanding, top class! Our guests are still talking about how nice it was & how there was so much food, from the minute they arrived at the drinks reception till leaving the residents bar.
For anyone looking for a wedding venue in Galway you will not be disappointed with the Clayton its top class venue that will meet all your needs.
Again a massive thanks to all involved in making our day so special & memorable.

Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Karena & David for the really lovely words. Great that you both and your guests felt so well looked after which is always what we hope to achieve. We are lucky to have a fantastic team here at the Clayton and I will pass on your thanks to them.

Call in for a cup of coffee and a catch-up someday that you are passing and we are here if you ever need anything at all. Thanks again, hope to see you soon, Karina.
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Lisa & Kevin Brady
5.0
Married on 29th Sep 2017
Thank you so much to the Clayton Hotel Galway for the most amazing day last Friday the 29th of September our wedding day! It truly was the best day of our lives. Karina, Sarah, Carmel, Frank, John and David went above and beyond to make our day the most fantastic day ever so thank you all so much from the bottom of our hearts
Lisa & Kevin Brady x
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for the kind words Lisa & Kevin. I have passed on your thanks to Sarah, Carmel, Frank, John, David & all the team. Call in and see us again soon, Karina.
Added 8th Dec 2017
Siobh?n & Bernard
5.0
Married on 15th Sep 2017
From start to finish the service provided by the entire team at the Clayton Hotel Galway was second to none. Karina was on hand to answer any questions, big or small, we had in the lead up to the wedding - nothing was ever too much trouble. On the day of the wedding everything ran like clockwork and we were able to sit back, relax and enjoy the day, safe in the knowledge that the team had everything under control. The kitchen and all the servers went above and beyond to make sure all our guests were well looked after and the food was absolutely fantastic! Everyone was commenting on the wonderful service and the level of attention to detail that Karina and all the team put in on the day and in the lead up. We cannot recommend or thank them enough!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Siobhán & Bernard for the lovely review. Really great to hear that you both and all your guests were so well looked after and that you all enjoyed the food. I hope married life is going great and I hope to see you both back at the Clayton again soon. Wishing you both every happiness for your married life together. If you ever need anything you know where we are. Thank you again, Karina.
Added 23rd Oct 2018
Aisling Carr & James Mahon
5.0
Married on 8th Sep 2017
Hi Karina and all the team

Just back from the honeymoon can't believe it's all over. We want to thank you all so so much for all you have done for us. Nothing was ever too big and great advice was always given when asked. From the minute the guests walked in the door till they went to bed they did nothing but compliment ye. I have to say the service for our meal was so efficient and brilliant exactly what we wanted. Thanks so much once again for everything and to all that was involved. We would definitely recommend ye to everyone.

Kind Regards
Mr and Mrs Mahon
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Aisling & James for the very kind words, such a lovely testimonial. I am delighted that you had such a great day. It was a pleasure to look after you both. I hope that you had a fab honeymoon. Thanks again, Karina & all the wedding team.
Added 28th Oct 2017
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Deirdre Donnellan & Marwan Abbas
5.0
Married on 24th Aug 2017
I had my wedding here on the 24th of August 2017. From start to finish the staff were absolutely fantastic, from the initial meeting with Karina right the way through to the ceremony and reception they had everything planned right down to the smallest detail. They were so friendly and helpful and made our day so relaxed and perfect.

I couldn't recommend them highly enough.
Thanks again from Mr. & Mrs Abbas
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Deirdre & Marwan, great to hear that your day was relaxed and perfect, what more could we ask for than to hear that. Thanks also for the recommendation. We hope to see you back again soon, from Karina & all the Clayton wedding team.
Added 1st Nov 2017
Vanessa & Patrick Feeney
5.0
Married on 19th Aug 2017
My husband & I cannot begin to thank Karina & the staff at The Clayton Hotel Galway enough, for the service they provided for our Wedding Day in August 2017.

From the outset, the staff were friendly and welcoming. The bar staff & waiting staff were great, very professional, the food & beer was impeccable, and the venue was dressed to perfection. Our guests are still talking about the excellent service, unbelievable meal, speed of service especially considering we had a big wedding. We would not change a single thing about the day or the Hotel. We had the best day of our lives. My husband & I would both recommend the Clayton Hotel in a heartbeat, along with every guest that attended the day.

It is a truly exceptional venue & we cannot wait to return for our anniversary!
Vanessa & Patrick Feeney
19th August 2017
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Vanessa & Patrick for your very kind words, we loved looking after you both and can’t wait to see you back here for your anniversary.
Thanks again, Karina.
Added 1st Nov 2017
Eto Khazhalia & Martin Lydon
5.0
Married on 5th Aug 2017
On behalf of my new husband Mattie and myself, I just like to thank Karina, Sarah and Carmel and all the staff of the Clayton for making our day magical and unforgettable! All the hard work, support and ensuring our special day was such a success and an unforgettable day! From the day we meet Karina at wedding fair we knew this was the place where we would like to celebrate our special day! We had been at Clayton hotel for a special friend's wedding, and we couldn't get over how beautiful set up was at Clayton also food was unbelievably tasty. This was big plus for us!!

Karina is truly amazing at what she does, she helped us guided true all process step by step. Throughout hundreds of e-mails, phone calls, visits to hotel, for our food tasting till we checked out we were treated like royalty!

The food and service on our wedding day was perfect!! We had so many finger food and canapes on arrival nobody was hungry. We also had 2am food which we got complimented from our guests. Unbelievable meal, fast service, most friendly staff. Stunning flowers, table set ups and all the little details our day was absolutely fantastic in Clayton hotel. Your wedding day does go in a blink of eye and Karina advised us to sit back, relax and enjoy every moment and not be worried about anything, that she was there for us to take care of everyone and to make sure all our guests was happy and having good time at our wedding. And this is what we did, we enjoyed every single second of it!! Everything went absolutely flawless!! Our guests are still talking about how wonderful time they had at Clayton.

We got married Saturday of the Galway races. We couldn't recommend Clayton Hotel enough to any couple looking for a wedding venue! We wouldn't change a single thing about the day or hotel! We had best day of our life, and thank you for that Karina and all team of Clayton, for making our day most magical, memorable and unforgettable!!

Eto Khazhalia & Martin Lydon
5th August 2017
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Eto & Martin for the very kind words, such a lovely testimonial. I am delighted that you had such a great day. It was a pleasure to look after you both & all your guests. Thanks again, Karina & all the wedding team.
Added 1st Nov 2017
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Brendan and Aija Creaven
5.0
Married on 14th Jul 2017
Hi Karina,

We would just like to say a huge thank you to you and your team for our amazing wedding day. Every little detail that ye put together made our day. We did not have to think or worry about anything as your team were two steps ahead all day. Everything was perfect and the food was just amazing. We would recommend the Clayton as a wedding venue to anyone that will listen. All our guests had a ball and said it was the best wedding that they been to. So once again we cant thank you and your team for the effort you put in to make our day so special


Thanks again
Brendan and Aija Creaven
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so so much for your very kinds words Aija & Brendan. Great that your guests had such a good day and we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. We hope to see you back in for a coffee & a catch-up soon, thanks again, Karina.
Added 25th Oct 2017
Laura Hession & Alan Divilly
5.0
Married on 7th Jul 2017
Hey Karina,

A huge thank you to you & your team for everything you did for us, both on the day & in the lead up; ye were absolutely fantastic. Each member of staff in the Clayton that us & our families came into contact with over the weekend were warm, friendly and always happy to help; ye really made our whole time there so wonderful.

The food was out of this world, we got so many great comments about how delicious it was & how much of it there was, from the canapés, to the dinner & the evening food; it was all highly rated by our guests & they definitely never went hungry at any point of the day!

It's hard to put into words how happy we are that we made the decision to have our wedding in the Clayton; from the minute we met with you the first day, nothing was ever too much trouble & everything ran so smoothly, we didn't have to over-think anything, which is great when you have so many other bits to be organising. On the day, we just showed up & ye took it from there & you only really appreciate that afterwards when you sit back & think of how much is involved in the day. You only get to have this day once in your life & you & your team really understand how important that is to the couple & to their families, so a Huge Thank You for making it so special for us!

We look forward to visiting the Clayton regularly over the coming years and we'll hopefully catch up with you in person soon!

Thanks again!
Chat soon,
Mr & Mrs Divilly
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Laura & Alan, I really appreciate you taking the time to write about us. Great that you enjoyed the day and that the food here was so highly rated by your guests. I hope that married life is going great and we look forward to seeing you back at the Clayton soon. Thanks again, from Karina & all the team.
Added 26th Oct 2017
Olivia and Aonghusa Fahy
5.0
Married on 24th Jun 2017
From the moment we walked into the Clayton we knew it was the perfect location for our wedding. We loved the bright and spacious lounge for the drinks reception and the atmospheric function room.
Once we had chosen our venue we then got to meet Karina & Sarah. These two ladies epitomise what is needed in a wedding co-ordinator! They were both truly amazing to work with. They understood the importance of allowing a couple to put their own touch to their special day and nothing was too big an ask. Everything was completed with precision and a touch of perfection!
From start to finish we were amazed by the friendly manner, professionalism and hard work of all of the staff in the Clayton.
They catered for our every need and made our wedding day perfect for us both.
To finish, I just want to say a huge big 'Thank you' from the bottom of our hearts for the wonderful memories we have from our special day. We will forever be grateful for them!

Wishing you all every success in the future.

Aonghusa & Olivia (24th June 2017)
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Olivia & Aonghusa for the very kind words, we really appreciate it, such a lovely testimonial. Great that you had such an amazing day, it was a pleasure to look after you both. Thank you so much again & we do hope to see you both again soon. If you ever need anything, you know where we are, Karina.
Added 26th Sep 2017
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Susan & Damian Concannon
5.0
Married on 23rd Jun 2017
To all the staff at the Clayton Hotel, a big thank you for making our wedding day on the 23 June so special. Karina you were a pleasure to work with and thanks for all your support and assistance on the led up to our big day. This hotel was the first hotel we viewed and we knew straight away that we did not need to look any further. The staff are all so friendly and their laid back approach made us so relaxed on our wedding day. When we arrived at the hotel on the day everything was beyond our expectation, from flower arrangements to center pieces, everything was wonderful. Many of our guests commented on the fabulous food, from canapes to the main meal, there was plenty to drink and eat. Our little guests loved the candy cart!

We had the most perfect day from beginning to end.
Thanking you,

Mr & Mrs Concannon
23rd June 2017
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Susan & Damian for the lovely words, great that you both & your guests had such a good day. I look forward to seeing you back next week for the company party, thanks again, Karina.
Added 1st Nov 2017
Laura and Gerald Regan
5.0
Married on 10th Jun 2017
To Karina and all the staff at the Clayton Hotel Galway,

A huge thank you from myself and Gerald for making our wedding day so special..from the minute we met Karina we knew this was the place for us and it did not disappoint..our guests couldn't speak highly enough about the food on arrival and the meal itself it was fabulous..as well as making us feel special the staff made both our children feel just as special which meant a lot to us..I cannot thank Karina and all the staff enough for giving us the perfect day..I would highly recommend the Clayton Hotel..

Laura and Gerald Regan
10th June 2017
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you Laura and Gerald for the very lovely words, great that you had such a good day and that you would recommend us, we really do appreciate it, thanks again, Karina.
Added 1st Nov 2017
Gemma & Ciaran Dolan Wedding
5.0
Married on 9th Jun 2017
Karina - what can I say - we had an amazing day from start to finish but I just had that feeling since the first day that myself and Ciaran met you way back for the first time. We knew we were going to be well looked after and we knew that you genuinely wanted our day to be as good as possible just as much as we did. You seemed to take such a personal interest in our day and gave the finer detail so much thought, energy and time. Trust me - I know that isn't the norm everyplace. You took so much stress out of it for us both and we knew you were always just a call away. You never pressured us or rushed us to make decisions either.
The day ran perfectly and everything was hugely complemented by all of our guests. Nobody could believe how well we were looked after with food and drink coming at them from every direction.

From the bottom of my heart, and Ciaran's, thank you for making the day that we had possible. We couldn't have asked for a better start to our married life. I will be singing the praises of the Clayton for a long time to come - that's for sure.

Gemma & Ciaran Dolan Wedding
9th June 2017
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Gemma & Ciaran for the really lovely words. Great that you felt so well looked after which is always what I hope to achieve. We loved looking after you both and all your guests and we wish you every happiness in the world for your future together. Call in for a cup of coffee and a catch-up someday that you are passing. Thanks again & hope to see you soon, Karina.
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Frances-Anne & Eamonn Kilkelly
5.0
Married on 27th May 2017
Karina's reputation as wedding coordinator extraordinaire preceded her and having had the pleasure of dealing with her on many occasions over the past year it's a well deserved title. From the first day we met her we knew we would be well looked after on our big day by the Clayton Hotel Galway. No request was too big or too small and every member of staff we dealt with were true professionals and a credit to the hotel. As well as Karina, in the run up to the big day so many of them helped us - Sarah who was on hand to deal with the room booking queries, Joe, Anne and Alex who looked after us for our menu tasting and Noel who so willingly took us through the ceiling light options so we could decide on our colour scheme. On the day itself we were greeted at the front door by Karina and treated like royalty and this continued until we checked out two days later. Carmel, Davy and all the banquet staff took fantastic care of us and our guests during the meal and the ballroom was set up so beautifully with such attention to detail. We are still receiving compliments about the fabulous food, high quality service, cleanliness and welcoming nature that everyone received. We can't recommend the Clayton Hotel Galway highly enough to anyone planning their wedding. Thank you all for taking such wonderful care of us and making the day so memorable.

Frances-Anne & Eamonn Kilkelly
27th May 2017
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Frances Anne & Eamonn, we really appreciate the lovely words and I look forward to seeing you both soon again. Thanks again, delighted to hear that you had such a great day, Karina :)
Added 13th Sep 2017
Patricia McHugh and Ronan Dooley
5.0
Married on 5th May 2017
Fantastic! Fabulous! Enjoyable! Relaxed! Extremely Well Organised! All the words used by our guests to describe our wedding at the Clayton Hotel Galway and we couldn't agree more.
From the day we booked with Karina, we knew our wedding would be a smooth operation and Karina delivered above and beyond our expectations. Guests raved about the food on arrival, the sweet cart and the dinner. Even the punch received rave reviews!! When guests went into the reception room, they said it was like something out of a fairy tale, absolutely magical!
Karina and all the staff and management at the Clayton Hotel Galway made the entire bridal party feel like they were VIPs for the day, knowing all of us by name and looking after each one of us from the moment we arrived to the minute we all checked out.
Karina and the team made our wedding day so special for us, our families and our guests and for that we are extremely grateful.
Anyone thinking of the Clayton Hotel Galway for their wedding ? you have found the hotel that will make your wedding day the best day of your life!
Thank you so so much to Karina and all the team, our day really was fantastic, fabulous, enjoyable, relaxed and extremely well organised!
Patricia and Ronan xx
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you both so much for the lovely testimonial, we really loved looking after you both and look forward to seeing you back in the Clayton soon, thanks again, chat soon, Karina :)
Added 2nd Jun 2017
Mike Cronin and Br?d Murray
5.0
Married on 22nd Apr 2017
Karina. Br?d and I would like to express our sincere gratitude to you and all the staff at the Clayton for our amazing wedding day. We were both struck by the kind and professional way you dealt with all our requests, making the day so memorable. Afterwards, many of our guests relayed to us the enjoyable time they had at the hotel. The food, both at the meal and reception, was a highlight. We couldn't recommend you highly enough.

Mike and Br?d, April 2017
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you Mike and Bríd for the lovely words & the recommendation. I am glad that all went well for you both and that you were happy with everything. Thanks again & we hope to see you back at the Clayton soon, Karina.
Added 2nd Jun 2017
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Sarah & Eamonn Gallagher
5.0
Married on 25th Mar 2017
Hi Karina,

On behalf of my new husband Eamonn and myself, I just wanted to email you to thank you again for all of your hard work and support in ensuring our special day was such a success. Heartfelt thanks to you and all the staff for the excellent service and attention to detail throughout the day. The whole day was flawless. From the day we booked our wedding, you made everything very easy and carefree for us. On the day itself I never had to think or worry about the details as you and your team looked after everything so well.

We had an absolute ball and so did our guests. Everyone commented on how nice the food was and how friendly and efficient the staff were.

We would highly recommend you to our friends and we honestly cannot thank you all enough for making sure our special day was a magical one.

Best wishes
Sarah & Eamonn Gallagher
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Sarah & Eamonn for the very lovely words, we wish you every happiness for the future & we hope to see you back again soon, from Karina & all the Clayton wedding team.
Added 1st Nov 2017
Johanna Walsh and Stephen Shine
5.0
Married on 17th Mar 2017
To Karina and team at the Clayton Hotel;

On a rainy St Patrick's Day Stephen and I celebrated our wedding at the Clayton Hotel and choosing the Clayton was the best decision we could have made. We wish to sincerely thank Karina, John and the team for doing everything possible to help us celebrate and enjoy a fantastic wedding day. From the initial booking, to the tasting, to organising the rooms, leaving on the morning from the Presidential Suite and throughout the wedding day; everything went perfectly. The meal, service, venue were all fantastic and many of the guests remarked on what a great wedding it was and how much they enjoyed the food! The Clayton Hotel staff did everything possible to help the guests enjoy their stay. We cannot thank you enough and are happy to recommend The Clayton for anyone choosing a wedding venue.


All the best,
Johanna and Stephen
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so so much for the very kind words, such a lovely testimonial. I am delighted that you had such a great day. It was a pleasure to look after you both.

We all really love the photo of the Clayton umbrella in the Quad! Thanks again, Karina.

Added 3rd Jun 2017
Mark & Marie McGrath
5.0
Married on 11th Mar 2017
My husband & I cannot begin to thank Karina & the staff at The Clayton Hotel Galway enough, for the service they provided for our Wedding Day in March 2017. From the moment we contacted Karina to book our wedding, we knew we were in very capable hands. Planning a wedding from overseas is not easy, but thankfully Karina is truly gifted at what she does & guided us through the process. Through endless emails exchanged, a visit to Galway to taste our menu choices (many thanks to Clare for 5* service!), up until we checked out of the Hotel after the wedding, we really were treated like royalty. The special touches on the day left both ourselves, and our guests, in awe. The bar staff & waiting staff were flawless, the food & beer was impeccable, and the venue was dressed to perfection.

My husband & I would both recommend The Clayton Hotel in a heartbeat, along with every guest that attended the day.

It is a truly exceptional venue & we cannot wait to return for our anniversary!

All the best,
Mark & Marie McGrath
11th March 2017

Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Marie & Mark for your very kind words. Great that you enjoyed the day so much, we loved looking after you both and can’t wait to see you back here for your anniversary. Thanks so much, Karina.
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Laura Murphy & John Fahy
5.0
Married on 1st Jan 2017
We can't fit in all the good we have to say about our experience with you guys. From the moment we met Karina we knew we would be having our wedding in the Clayton Hotel. We wanted to do things a little different with food and service, Karina understood our vision and said no problem when other hotels dismissed the idea. From the planning of different menus to the tastings and help from Roy the chef nothing was too much trouble, and their advice and guidance was outstanding when creating the perfect menu for us. The food and service on the day was superb and our guests are still talking about it. We also held our ceremony and first look in the hotel, Karina was amazing at finding the perfect place in the hotel for this to work and it sure did work it was just magical. We felt like we were the most important people in the hotel for the few days we were staying there. We will forever be thankful to Karina and all the staff at the Clayton Hotel for giving us our dream wedding we just wish we could do it all over again.
Laura & John Fahy
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks a million Laura & John for the very kind words. We loved looking after you both and loved your ideas. It’s very special to us to have a couple get married in the hotel and to have the first look here too was just fab. We love your photos too, thanks for sharing. Call in and see us again soon, thanks again, Karina.
Added 15th Feb 2017
Evelyn & Colm Larkin
5.0
Married on 31st Dec 2016
From the first minute that we walked into the Clayton Hotel in June 2014 we knew the Clayton Hotel in Galway was going to be our wedding venue. From the outset the staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming. That welcome was extended to us each and every time we visited in the run up to the wedding. We always experienced a hotel that had a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, yet one that was also really professional. Of course, we had attended weddings in the Clayton prior to our visit so this wonderful environment came as no surprise to us.

The main person in the hotel for us is the wedding co-ordinator, Karina Duffy. From the moment we met her we knew she was going to make our day so special. She was a huge support to the two of us throughout the two years and was always at the end of the phone, or answering an email, whenever we needed her, no matter what the question was! She works so hard to make your day so special and personal. She became a friend to us throughout the entire time of the wedding preparations.

On our wedding day Karina and the staff of the hotel could not have done enough. They followed our requests to the last, and even added in lots of special surprise touches for us on the day, little touches that really made our day even better. We could not recommend the Clayton Hotel enough to any couple looking for a wedding venue. Our guests are still talking about the excellent service, unbelievable meal, speed of service (especially notable considering we had a big wedding), comfortable bedrooms and friendly staff that they experienced at the Clayton Hotel.

We would not change a single thing about the day or the hotel. We had the best day of our lives and much of that is down to Karina and the team at the Clayton Hotel.

Thanks for everything,
Evelyn & Colm Larkin
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so so much Evelyn & Colm, I really appreciate you taking the time to do this for me. We loved looking after you both and hope to see you both back at the Clayton soon. We wish you health and happiness for your future together. Thanks again, Karina & all the Clayton team.
Added 1st Nov 2017
Lisa Larkin & Mike Denison
5.0
Married on 30th Dec 2016
Hi Karina,

Myself and Mike wanted to say a huge thanks for everything you did to make our wedding day so perfect. There was not one thing that we could find fault with. Everything ran so smoothly and we didn't have to worry about a thing. It's easy see why you have won so many awards, you do a fantastic job!

The food on the day was fantastic, we had so many people saying how delicious it all was. Another thing everyone commented on was the staff and service, from the ladies on reception, the waiters/waitresses and the bar staff it was all top class. Nothing was ever any trouble throughout our stay.

Thank you so much for our table plan - you did a great job. We are looking forward to visiting the Clayton for a night the next time we are back in Ireland.

Thanks so much again,
Lisa and Mike Denison
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much for the lovely testimonial, it was a pleasure to look after you all and we look forward to seeing you next time that you are back in Ireland. Thanks again, Karina.
Added 15th Feb 2017
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Lisa N? Fhlatharta & S?amus ? Loide?in
5.0
Married on 26th Nov 2016
We would sincerely like to thank you all in the Clayton for making our day so special. We had attended a number of weddings in the Clayton over the last few years and we knew it was an amazing venue. When we started looking at venues for our own wedding, we were delighted that the Clayton had an available date that suited us and therefore, we did not hesitate to book the Clayton for our wedding celebrations. From then onwards it was an absolute delight and pleasure to be dealing with Karina and all the team. Karina generously shared her expert knowledge with us and gave us extremely useful advice and tips that helped us with all the planning.
Paul and the staff on the day of our wedding were professional, attentive, welcoming, efficient, friendly and very accommodating. Our guests were very pleased with the service and of course the food, everyone relayed to us how tasty and delicious the food was. The room was decorated fabulously and the Christmas decorations created a welcoming and cosy atmosphere. Everything was executed flawlessly by the team on the day and we were extremely happy with how things went. We could not fault anything.
We are so pleased that we held our wedding celebrations in the Clayton.
Merry Christmas to all and continued success for 2017.
M?le bu?ochas agus le gach dea-ghu?,


Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Hi Lisa & Seamus & a very happy new year to you both. Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Really glad that you enjoyed the day and that you heard back such lovely feedback from your guests. We loved looking after you both and we hope to see you back again very soon, thanks again, Karina.
Added 21st Dec 2016
Barrie and Sharon Houston
5.0
Married on 12th Nov 2016
So now all the hype has settled down myself and Barrie would like to extend our gratitude to the staff of the Clayton hotel Galway where we had our wedding 2 weeks ago. Everything from the bedrooms to the food to the friendly staff was just perfect. I swanned in on the Friday eve not a care in the world knowing that wedding co- ordination Karina Duffy had all in hand. All details were fine tuned and the room where we had our civil ceremony was so beautifully decorated considering I don't like flowers it was done to perfection with candles, ribbons and of course the red carpet. We were treated like royalty and we have never felt so famous as we did that weekend. All our guests were delighted with everything which was all we wanted. Before and during dinner Paul was back and forth making sure we wanted for nothing and we totally relaxed. I would highly recommend the Clayton for any event and thanks a million for making our day/weekend so special.

Regards
Barrie and Sharon Houston
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Sharon & Barrie for your very kind words. Great that you had such a good weekend, sure we only loved looking after you both.
Enjoy your first Christmas as Mr & Mrs Houston & we look forward to seeing you in the new year.
Thanks again, Karina
Added 8th Dec 2016
Mary Flaherty & Rob Coen
5.0
Married on 29th Oct 2016
Just a quick note to say thanks to you and the team for a great day, everything was fab and all of our guests enjoyed the food thoroughly.

A special thank you to yourself and Alan for all your hard work.



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Michelle Walsh & William Spratt
5.0
Married on 8th Oct 2016
?Thank you to you and Paul again for everything, you two are brilliant. All my guests are still raving about our wedding, they were saying that they have never been anywhere where they have been fead so much and loved the hotel.
As for William and I we will be forever thankful for all your help and support through our wedding planning and day. It truly was the best day ever and we have yourself, Paul and the Clayton hotel the thank for that.?
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Michelle & William for the kind words. We are so glad that you had the best day ever. Both the photographer and videographer shared images and clips of your big day and they are just fab. Call in for a coffee someday when you are passing, thanks again, Karina.
Added 22nd Dec 2016
Aoife ONeill & Malachi McGarvey
5.0
Married on 1st Oct 2016
From the moment we stepped in to the Clayton we knew that we would be having our wedding reception there. Karina made everything so easy for us to organise and was extremely accommodating to our requests. The staff were so professional and kind towards us, our families and our guests on the day. The food and wine were amazing and our guests were delighted with their experience at the Clayton. Thank you again for making our day absolutely perfect!
Malachi & Aoife
1st October 2016
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Aoife & Malachi, I really appreciate the kind words. Great that your guests were delighted with their experience here. I hope that married life is going great and we look forward to seeing you back at the Clayton soon. Thanks again, from Karina & all the team.
Added 1st Nov 2017
Ken and Kristine Gaynor
5.0
Married on 30th Sep 2016
We wanted to say thanks so much for all of your help in the run up to the wedding and all of your advice and support. You genuinely couldn't do enough and we were certain we had made the correct choice from day 1.
The day itself was absolutely fantastic, we had the day of our lives and the reception you guys put on is still being talked about by friends and family. The d?cor, the food, and in particular the staff were beyond brilliant and there is nothing that wasn't perfect. We can't thank you enough.
A special mention for Paul who was simply outstanding on the day, every time either of us turned around, he was there being attentive but completely unobtrusive. He was absolutely brilliant and you?re lucky to have him.
Once again thanks for everything; if there's anything you need form us in terms of recommendations or testimonies, please ask, we?d be only too happy to oblige. Your reputation preceded you as a co-ordinator and it is 100% deserved.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Ken & Kristine for the very lovely review and for the recommendation. Great that you had the best day ever and that your guests enjoyed the day. It was a pleasure looking after you both and if there is ever anything at all that we can do for you please let us know. Thanks again, Karina.
Added 22nd Dec 2016
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Laura and Lorc?n Fox
5.0
Married on 3rd Sep 2016
Just dropping an email to say thanks so much to you and your fabulous team at the Clayton for our amazing wedding day.
Everyone commented on how wonderful the hotel is, the service and especially how gorgeous the food was on the day.
We had such amazing and special day and couldn't be happier that we choose the Clayton as our venue.
Thanks for everything. Hopefully we'll see you soon. Would love to live the day again, I'll have to find another reason for a party.


Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Laura and Lorcán for your very kind words. It really was a pleasure to look after you both and all your guests and yes you will have to find another reason for a party and come back and see us again very soon :) Thanks again, Karina.
Added 16th Nov 2016
Declan and Fiona Mulryan
5.0
Married on 2nd Sep 2016
On behalf of myself and Declan. We would like to thank the Clayton Hotel for such an amazing job they did for our special day. Everything was done to perfection! The food was amazing. Rooms were very nice. The staff were so helpful and friendly.
I would also like to thank one person in particular, Karina Duffy. She was superb, friendly, kind and very very helpful.
I would highly recommend this hotel for anyone's wedding. You won't be disappointed!! 5 Stars all round.
Many thanks Karina and to all the staff who made our day perfect

Declan and Fiona Mulryan
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway

Thanks so much Fiona & Declan for your very kind words, I really appreciate it. Thanks also for the recommendation. I wish you every happiness for your future together & I hope to see you back in the Clayton soon, thanks again, Karina
Added 8th Dec 2016
Majella Watson
5.0
Married on 21st Aug 2016
Myself and Paraic just want to say a MASSIVE heartfelt thank you to all the amazing staff at The Clayton but especially Karina, Valerie and Cathal. We had such a fabulous wedding day and everything went perfectly for us. We knew once we had our first visit with The Clayton that we had to have our wedding there! Karina was so enthusiastic and passionate about our wedding that it was obvious why she has won all the awards! Nothing was an issue - even my random request of mulled wine in August!
Our guests are still talking about the amazing food, service and atmosphere in the Clayton - everyone was so impressed by everything. The food was so amazing and we couldn't have possibly eaten more!
We are so sad that it's all over now but we have such fabulous memories that will last forever! Thank you all so much for everything - it really was a perfect day!
Majella & Paraic Watson, 21st August 2015
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Majella & Paraic for such a fab review, I am so glad to hear that you had such a perfect day. We really did love looking after you both and we wish you all the happiness in the world for your future together. We will hopefully see you back soon for a coffee & a catch-up. Thanks again for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Chat soon, Karina.
Added 10th Jan 2016
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Lisa O`Toole & Michael Totten
5.0
Married on 12th Aug 2016
Myself and Michael John just wanted to express our sincerest thanks for a magnificent day. Everything was perfect and it was all thanks to yourself, the managers and staff at the Clayton.
I wouldn't have changed a thing!

We have had nothing but positive feedback from all of our guests. The food was amazing, the ballroom was magical and the staff were attentive to all.

I cannot recommend Karina and the Clayton enough, they made it an unforgettable day for all.

Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Lisa & Michael John for your lovely review and thanks also for the beautiful thank you card that you sent me, your photos are just fab. We loved looking after you all and we hope to see you back at the Clayton again very soon. Thanks again, Karina.
Added 16th Nov 2016
Martina and Damien Murray
5.0
Married on 16th Jul 2016
From the moment we decided to have our reception at the Clayton, Karina took exceptional care of us. All of our questions and queries were answered and no request was too big or too small. Every email was answered promptly and every request taken care of efficiently.

On the wedding day, things ran extremely smoothly and we had nothing to worry about. We were greeted at the front door by Karina and the staff and from that moment on, we were completely at ease, knowing that everyone and everything would be looked after. The food was of an excellent quality and many of our guest commented on it afterwards. Our guests were also extremely impressed with the Clayton itself, the rooms, the decor and the cleanliness. The staff were first-class, wonderfully friendly and very efficient.

I cannot praise Karina and the staff of the Clayton enough. Our wedding day was absolutely fantastic and we will never forget how wonderful the Clayton looked when we arrived and how good the staff were to us. Thanks you so much!!

From Martina and Damien Murray.
16/7/16
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Martina & Damien, great to hear that you had such a fantastic day. We loved looking after you both and we hope to see you again soon. Thanks again, Karina.
Added 18th Aug 2016
Jacinta Flynn & Eoin Buckley
5.0
Married on 9th Jul 2016
Thanks so so much for everything you did for our amazing wedding day - we just received our photos and it brought it all back again. The hotel was amazing on the day of the wedding. Everything looked perfect - exactly as we had imagined. Thanks so so much to you Karina for all of the added extras like putting the purple petals EVERYWHERE - the poor staff must have been dreaming about purple petals that night:)!! The location of the candy cart that was completely emptied and the amazing presentation of our meal with the cloches - everybody including ourselves were seriously impressed. The food was absolutely gorgeous and the service was spectacular. Paul and David were amazing - I felt so well looked after and really enjoyed my day as a result of their continuous support. Everyone (both Tipperary and Galway guests) felt like they were treated like royalty all day by all of the hotel staff. We were so so happy with our choice of hotel and by all of the work you did for our wedding day Karina. We have been recommending the hotel to everybody since our big day and will continue to do so in the future.
I hope you are keeping well and not working too hard!! Apologies again for the delay in getting back to you.
Best of luck with the awards - have my fingers crossed for you and the hotel!!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Jacinta & Eoin for the amazing testimonial. Great that you felt so well looked after which is always our number one priority. We loved looking after you both and all your guests and we wish you every happiness for your future together. Call in for a cup of coffee and a catch-up someday that you are passing. Thanks again & hope to see you soon, Karina.
Added 16th Nov 2016
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Anne Marie Hussey & David Hobbins
5.0
Married on 8th Jul 2016
I was trying to think about the best way to express in words how grateful we are both to you and everyone at the Clayton for all that you did for us on the run up to the wedding and on the day itself. Everything was just perfect and there is not one thing that we would have changed about the whole day. You definitely deserve the awards that you have received for weddings. All of the guests that I have spoken to have also reiterated how perfect everything was on the day and how much they enjoyed everything, most importantly the food. Our photographer Alan Hunt, took some great photos in the hotel and I have attached them for you as I think they show the hotel to the high standard that it is presented in.


Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Anne Marie & David for your very kind words. Great to hear that your guests had such good feedback also. It was our pleasure to look after you both and all your guests. The photos that you sent are really beautiful, I really love the one in our Presidential Suite. We hope to see you back at the Clayton again very soon, thanks again, Karina.
Added 16th Nov 2016
Karl and Bar McConnon
5.0
Married on 23rd Jun 2016
Myself and Bar had such an amazing Wedding Day thanks to you and your staff at the Clayton Hotel.
We truly can`t thank you enough for your efforts and hospitality.
It will be a day we will never forgot and we will speak of this years from now.

From the moment we arrived at the front door to the moment we left we were 100% satisfied with every little detail and every effort from you guys. The dinner was delicious and the Presidential Suite was amazing.
Any couple getting married we would highly recommend to see to it that they speak to Karina as she will make their day that extra bit special.

Once again thank you for making our day complete and truly wonderful.



Added 16th Nov 2016
Tara and Paddy
5.0
Married on 10th Jun 2016
Well after hearing so much good things about the Clayton hotel in Galway we had to check it out for our wedding. From the moment we met Karina and the team we knew it was the place we wanted to hold our wedding reception. Karina is outstanding at her Job. She makes you feel like her friend. Nothing we asked was ever a problem. On the day itself the staff of the Clayton were excellent. We were treated like royalty from the moment we entered hotel until we left next day. The food was delicious and so plentiful. Our guests were talking about it for weeks after. All of our guests enjoyed the wedding so much and some have told us that it was the best wedding they were ever at. The Clayton is well worth considering for anyone looking to get married in Galway. You will not be disappointed.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Tara & Paddy for your kind words, I really appreciate it. Great to hear that your guests are still talking about the day. We here in the Clayton wish you every happiness for your future together and look forward to seeing you back here again soon, thanks again, Karina
Added 16th Jul 2016
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Orla & Colman Lee
5.0
Married on 4th Jun 2016
We would like to say a massive thank you to Karina and the team for helping us plan our big day. From our first meeting we knew we had picked the right venue for us. You and your team were truly amazing. Everything was so easy as you went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. We could tell straight away why the Clayton Hotel had won so many awards.

The food was outstanding on the day. We had guests coming up to us saying how tasty and how much food they got at the champagne reception. Our meal and evening food was fabulous. I can't compliment the waiters enough. They made sure all the guests were happy and even before the head waiter who was severing the top table left for the evening he checked in with us to see if there was anything we needed and also to let us know he was leaving for the night. This was huge compliment to me and my husband.

We wish we could do the day all over again. I can definitely say it was the BEST DAY of our lives!!! Once again thank you for making our day so amazing. We still have people telling us how great the venue, staff and food was.

Orla & Colman Lee
4/6/16
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks a million Orla & Colman for the kind words, it’s very much appreciated. I am so glad to hear that it was the best day of your lives. All the very best for a happy & healthy future together from everyone here at the Clayton. Thanks again, Karina.
Added 18th Aug 2016
Kellie Hynes
5.0
Married on 28th May 2016
It can be a very daunting thought to try and plan a Wedding when you're living in another country. These thoughts were soon quashed once we sat down with Karina. Karina is a perfectionist and we felt this was wholly reflected throughout our day. She has to be one of the most conscientious, hard-working individuals ever and was always on hand to answer any questions or queries that we had. She continually went above and beyond for us to ensure our Wedding day was the most relaxing, stress-free, enjoyable day ever. We'd sincerely like to thank Karina and the entire team at the Clayton Hotel Galway for everything you did for us. We couldn't recommend you highly enough.

Thanks again. Mr & Mrs Ochs :)
Added 21st Dec 2016
Mr and Mrs Tierney
5.0
Married on 30th Apr 2016
We can't thank Karina enough for all she and your team did for use on the run up to the wedding and the wedding day itself. From the moment we meet with her for the first time she made us feel so special and at ease about the wedding planning process. Nothing was to much hassle!! We couldn't have asked for more. Not only did we notice how amazing all the staff in the Clayton are so did a number of our guests. People have been coming up to us telling us how much they enjoyed the wedding and how friendly and helpful all the staff where, from the reception staff to the ballroom staff. One of the reception staff even fixed my bridesmaids dress when the button popped!! The food and wine were fantastic and everyone raved about it.

Karina thank you so much for everything you and the Clayton staff did for us. You made our wedding a day we will never forgot. We would definitely highly recommend the Clayton Hotel as a fantastic wedding venue.

Thank you so much again

Kind Regards,
Mr and Mrs Tierney
30th April 2016
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so so much Aoife & Gavin for your kind words. I am really delighted to hear that your guests have given you such lovely feedback regarding the hotel & our staff. I loved looking after you both and I wish you every happiness for your future together. Hope to see you soon, Karina.
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Deirdre Folan & Michael Walsh
5.0
Married on 31st Dec 2015

We had the absolute pleasure of hosting or wedding at the Clayton Hotel Galway, and I cannot thank the entire staff enough for making it such a remarkable day. Prior to the day itself, Karina Duffy was so helpful and gave us solutions to anything we thought might be a problem on the day, and sound advice on things we hadn't even contemplated, she truly is a valuable asset to the hotel.
If you are planning a wedding, save yourself the hassle of scouting other hotels prior to the Clayton as this was a huge waste of our time. The minute we walked into the Clayton we liked it and no other hotel in Galway came close to the hospitality and welcome we received, when we actually met with Karina and she gave us the full tour we were ready to sign anywhere to insure or date would be secure. Karina also introduced us to key staff members that we would be dealing with on the day, and it was nice to actually know who we would be dealing with before the big day.
On the day itself the lobby and the ballroom could not be faulted it looked absolutely amazing, we had an amazing welcome from the staff and we got the party started. The staff called us in and we had an amazing meal, all of our guests were so happy and comfortable and really enjoyed the day.
It truly was the little things that the staff did and for their generosity towards us on the day, and on previous visits that made us feel so special i.e. whenever we visited a cup of coffee was always handed to us and something to keep our son occupied whilst we met with Karina, and on the day we were greeted with a lovely gift from the hotel, we forgot to have someone assigned for the prayer before our meal, but again the staff had that sorted in a matter of minutes and it was beautiful. Of course to some this would all seem like little things but everything else was so perfect these were the things that stood out, they truly have an amazing team at the Clayton and they will do their utmost best to help you prepare for your fantastic day, we have beautiful photos to remind us of our special wedding day, it's just too bad we can't experience it all again.
Added 16th Nov 2016
Jarlath & Carmel Kelly
Wedding on 27th Nov 2015
After our first meeting with Karina we knew we would be looked after to the highest standard and from that day until we left the hotel as Mr & Mrs Kelly nothing had changed.

Karina was always on hand to answer any questions we had throughout the planning, from accommodating any additional requests we had to making suggestions for all the decisions that went into making our day so special.

Valerie never seems to stops smiling and nothing we wanted was ever a hassle for her.

Cathal's easy going nature put us and our wedding party completely at ease on the big day itself and steering us through all the formalities of the day.

Since the wedding we have heard nothing but positive things from our guests about the Hotel. The food and drinks on arrival was thoroughly enjoyed by all and the meal was just amazing. Everyone has complimented the service, the beauty of the hotel and the beautiful guest rooms.

We cannot recommend The Clayton Hotel Galway highly enough and are just sorry we can't have the day all over again!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so much Carmel & Jarlath for such a lovely review and for recommending us, we only loved looking after you both. I am so glad to hear that you have got such wonderful comments from your guests. We really do put everything into weddings here at the Clayton so it’s really great to see it all paying off :) Thanks again, I really appreciate it :) Karina.
Added 27th Jan 2016
Edel & Eoin
5.0
Married on 9th Oct 2015
The service we received from Karina and The Clayton Hotel crew was first class!! Karina was so helpful and gave us some great ideas. We were made feel very welcome and given lots of time to talk through everything, all our emails were responded to promptly and in detail. The food trial was very enjoyable and the chef was lovely to chat to as was the manager who was waiting on us.
The day itself was fantastic!!! All our guests were so so impressed with the hotel, the atmosphere, the food, the venue and the staff. the staff were so attentive and looked after us all so well. There was loads of food in the reception before the meal and during the meal, our guests couldn't get over it!! Also the sweet trolley was amazing!
The bridal suite is fabulous and was possibly the best room we have ever stayed in. The staff were so attentive to us all throughout our 2 night stay.
Our day was so memorable for so many reasons and The Clayton Hotel, Galway was one of them.
Karina was a joy to work with, she was so kind, attentive, generous, friendly and had us so well looked after by everyone we couldn't have asked for more.
We couldn't recommend Karina and The Clayton Hotel more, they were top class and we thoroughly enjoyed our day with them.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Edel & Eoin, what can I say, such a fab review. Thank you so so much for the very kind words. Sure I only loved looking after you both. Don’t be strangers now and call back in and see us soon. Thanks so much again for the lovely review, I really appreciate it. Karina.
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Ilona Trill
5.0
Married on 7th Aug 2015
We knew after our first meeting that we would be having our wedding in the Clayton, and that is simply because of Karina. We couldn't have asked for anyone better.We were delighted with everything she did for us. It was fantastic to have someone so professional looking after us, you put our minds at ease and made everything easy for us. The floor Manager Cathal also did a fantastic job on the day of the wedding and was extremely pleasant and professional in any dealing we had with him.Matt, the rest of the kitchen staff and all of the bar and waiting staff too were Fantastic. The day went well and everything was perfect for us and our guests, we had no complainants from anyone. They were all very complimentary about everything especially the food.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so so much for the very kind words Ilona & Dave, I really appreciate it, it really was my pleasure to look after you both & all your guests. I wish you every happiness for your future together & I hope to see you both again soon, Karina :)
Added 21st Dec 2015
Kathy and Dom Hever
5.0
Married on 4th Jul 2015
I cannot recommend the Clayton hotel highly enough. Karina, Valerie and all the staff were just fantastic and made sure our day went without any hitches. The wedding packages are such good value, the accommodation is great, and the food is just amazing. If you choose the Clayton for your big day you will have no regrets, there's a reason it's voted the best wedding venue hotel in Connaught!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway

Hi Kathy & Dom, thank you so much for the lovely words and thanks so much also for the lovely thank you card. I am so glad to hear that you had the best wedding day ever, I loved looking after you both & I hope to see you back at the Clayton soon, thanks again, Karina.
Added 13th Aug 2015
Laura Quinn
5.0
Married on 30th May 2015
We recently held our wedding reception at The Clayton Hotel, Galway. Karina, Cathal, Valerie and all the staff here truly did a fantastic job in hosting our wedding reception.

From the second I contacted the hotel I knew we would be well looked after. Karina returned my call at 9:30 pm showing me such dedication to be returning calls that late. She was so friendly, informative and approachable and made me feel at ease and reminded me many times not to stress, that all will be right. She went above and beyond for me and anything that I requested she did her best to make it happen. She replied to emails and calls promptly and with such a friendly tone. Every detail was discussed and she remembered everything so well and was followed through. She invests so much into your wedding, she is a total gem.

In the lead up to the wedding, Karina and the staff were excellent. I could call or email anytime and was put at ease with all of my requests being adhered to. Prior to the wedding on the night of the menu tasting Valerie and the waiting staff could not of being nicer. The food was delicious and afterwards the chef came to meet us and discuss any changes and offer advice to us. He was just excellent.

On the day itself from start to finish, Cathal and Valerie were excellent.They are both so friendly and welcoming yet so very professional. We were made to feel so welcome along with each of our guests. I had both their mobile numbers to contact them if I needed anything and they made sure everything went perfect. Every personal detail of my wedding was carried out exactly as I had wanted. They are so attentive to every need of the bridal party and the guests.

The waiting staff were fantastic and very friendly and efficient. The function room itself looked amazing along with the lobby being beautiful and made a huge impression on my guests. The food was delicious with an abundance on offer and many guests relayed this to me afterwards. The breakfasts served the next morning was also delicious, again with plenty of food on offer.

The bridal suite along with the other rooms were beautiful and comfortable. Many guests praised the spacious and luxurious rooms. It is over 2 months on now and still some of my guests are talking about this hotel. It has made a huge impact with so many paying compliments. Overall I could not fault anything. We are so happy with how the day went.

Anybody thinking of having their wedding reception here will not be disappointed. It is without doubt a fantastic hotel. The Clayton will always be a very special place to us and we are so very grateful.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you both so much for the lovely review and thanks also for the Christmas card, it was so thoughtful of you. I am really glad to hear that you have such fantastic memories from your big day with us & I wish you every happiness for the New Year & beyond. Thanks again, Karina.
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helena Collins
5.0
Married on 23rd May 2015
Karina was very helpful and professional. She is so good at her job. We loved dealing with her. Everything was as promised, fabulous. We would definitely recommend this hotel.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thank you so much Helena for the very kind words, I loved looking after you both and I hope to see you soon, thanks again, Karina.
Added 21st Dec 2015
Aisling & Andrew
Wedding on 1st May 2015
We had our wedding in the Clayton in May 2015 and could not have been happier with the service we received. From the first moment we met Karina she put us at ease and we knew our wedding was in good hands. Nothing was too much trouble or not possible for them. Karina was truly a pleasure to deal with from start to finish. Any query no matter how small she answered promptly and gave us great advice with many other aspects of the wedding. All of the other staff were also extremely helpful in particular Valerie who was another God send! When I had a little issue with the train of my dress Valerie and Karina were on hand to help out. With their help I was able to dance the night away and had a fantastic time.

Having a wedding at the Clayton hotel really helps reduce the stress of wedding planning as they are so helpful in taking on tasks that other hotels would shy away from. Things like their beautiful sweet cart to helping with the table plan. The food was absolutely phenomenal. All of our guests complimented the delicious foods and how abundant it was from the lovely snacks on arrival to the generous portions during the meal. Many of our guests said it was the best wedding food they ever had.

If you want a beautiful hassle free wedding that has amazing food and staff then the Clayton hotel is the only place to go!!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Thanks so so much for the lovely review Aisling & Andrew, you are a beautiful couple and I really enjoyed looking after you both, we had some great laughs. Call in and see us soon, Karina :)
Added 11th Jun 2015
M?ire & Kevin Higgins
5.0
Married on 30th Dec 2014
After our very first meeting with Karina, we chose the Clayton Hotel as our wedding venue without hesitation. Karina & Valerie couldn't have done more for us and made our planning process very easy. They were knowledgeable, accommodating, professional and always quick to respond to any query and very eager to oblige. So many or our guests have gone out of their way to express how much they were impressed by the hotel, the staff, the exceptional food, the d?cor and by the overall standard of the hotel. It is not often that expectations are so appreciatively exceeded. I can honestly say that I never had a moments concern from the Clayton Hotel and felt 100% comfortable and confident in them from the outset. I would highly recommend them to any couple considering this hotel as their wedding venue.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway

Thanks so much Máire & Kevin for such a fab review, what a lovely thing to say that your guest’s expectations were exceeded. Thanks also for recommending us, I really do appreciate your kind words. We only loved looking after you both and all your guests and we hope to see you back at the Clayton soon. Thanks also for sending on some photos for our wedding tree, they really are beautiful. Karina.
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Anita & Ciaran Coughlan
5.0
Married on 25th Oct 2014
When we decided to get married we went around to a lot of hotels meeting people and were showed around rooms etc. All lovely but when we went into the Clayton and met Karina (the wedding coordinator) we just knew - I know it sounds silly but she is REALLY good at her job! She showed us around the hotel, talked us through the packages and gave us all the information we needed, what really decided it for us though was how much she focused on us as a couple and what was important to us for the most important day of our lives!
With our decision made we started thinking about what we wanted and no matter what little thing we asked there was absolutely no problem - from sunflowers on the menus to the shape of the top table there was no problem in doing anything we asked.
It was so comforting to be able to email Karina about the little things - she could not do enough for you and suggested so many lovely ideas that we were thrilled with!
The day of wedding was perfect, the room looked amazing, our guests & families were blown away by the reception they got when they arrived, from the candy cart, to the finger food to the friendly staff there was not one thing they didn't think of!
When it came to the meal - it was fabulous! Nearly a month later and our guests are still complimenting the meal, the speed at which they got it and how lovely the staff were! Praise indeed as everyone knows its hard to please everyone! The food was amazing, everything went like clockwork thanks to the organisation of Valerie & Cathal - also the speeches went without a hitch!
The band have the option to set up during the day as the stage is behind the fairy light backdrop in the function room - another plus!
I really cannot compliment the hotel and the wonderful staff enough - they all played a big part in what was the most important and the most wonderful day of our lives!
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway

Thanks Anita & Ciaran for the lovely words, you both are fab and I loved looking after you, Karina xx

Added 22nd Nov 2014
Martha Neilan
5.0
Married on 10th Oct 2014
The Clayton Hotel was amazing from start to finish we did not have one problem with them. Karina the wedding coordinator is just superb at her job and makes you feel at ease from the moment you meet her until after your big day! We had a big wedding and the food was fantastic for every guest.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway

Thanks so much Martha for the lovely words, I am delighted to hear that I made you feel at ease and I am so glad that all went so well for your big day. Thanks again, hope to see you & Niall soon, Karina.
Added 5th Nov 2014
Jacinta Roche
5.0
Married on 6th Sep 2014
Over a year since our wedding day, I can honestly say that we wouldn't change a thing about the Clayton hotel or how the staff cared for us in the months leading up to our wedding and the day itself. The wedding coordinator (Karina) was super and we felt like we knew her for years from the first day we met her. The hotel was so accommodating - adding extra candles, playroom for children, fairy light drop back etc- and the ballroom was decorated so beautifully on the day. Karina was in regular contact with us to ensure the big day ran smoothly. It's the little things that matter and the Clayton staff were fab for remembering details and making suggestions on how we could make the day more memorable.
The one thing all our guests kept saying after the wedding was "the staff couldn't have done more for us", which is great to hear. The food on the day was fantastic and I would highly recommend the Clayton hotel Galway for your wedding venue.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway

Thanks so so much Jacinta, I really appreciate you taking the time to do this for me :)?
I really did love looking after you and Paul and I hope to see you both back at the Clayton soon.
Thanks again, Karina.
Added 22nd Dec 2015
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Florentina & Michael
5.0
Married on 11th Jul 2014
We had our wedding in the beautiful hotel Clayton and they made sure our day was wonderful. Clayton Hotel is a stylish and modern hotel, with a great entrance which welcomed all our guests with piano music in the background. Our guests had a great time during the entire day. It was wonderful to do our vows in the beautifully decorated room, which seemed so intimate while still full of all our guests. The banquet room was superbly decorated with flowers matching perfectly our color scheme. The dinner was amazing, we are so happy with our choices and with the way the chef managed to cook it perfectly for everyone. We had music and dancing and stayed up late feeling so welcome all night. The wedding coordinator, Karina, have been so helpful through all the process. She made us feel welcome from the first day and made all our wishes could come true. Our advice to everyone is "Choose the Clayton Hotel, talk to Karina and her team and your wedding day dreams will come true"
Added 11th Sep 2015
Florentina & Michael
5.0
Married on 11th Jul 2014
We had our wedding in the beautiful hotel Clayton and they made sure our day was wonderful.
Clayton Hotel is a stylish and modern hotel, with a great entrance which welcomed all our guests with piano music in the background.
Our guests had a great time during the entire day. It was wonderful to do our vows in the beautifully decorated room, which seemed so intimate while still full of all our guests. The banquet room was superbly decorated with flowers matching perfectly our color scheme. The dinner was amazing, we are so happy with our choices and with the way the chef managed to cook it perfectly for everyone. We had music and dancing and stayed up late feeling so welcome all night.

The wedding coordinator, Karina, have been so helpful through all the process. She made us feel welcome from the first day and made all our wishes could come true.

Our advice to everyone is "Choose the Clayton Hotel, talk to Karina and her team and your wedding day dreams will come true"
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Hi Florentina & Michael, it’s only recently that I realised that I could reply to reviews on here so just to say thanks so so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Its extra special when a couple have their ceremony in the hotel so I am really glad that you enjoyed the day. Fab photos also, thanks for sharing them with us. I really enjoyed looking after you guys and I hope to see you soon.
Thanks again, Karina.
Added 5th Nov 2014
Sharon & Kevin Cooney
5.0
Married on 5th Jul 2014
We would highly recommend The Clayton to any couple looking for a venue for their wedding. We couldn't have asked for anything more and even three couples that we know have booked their wedding here based on ours. Karina and the staff were friendly, very helpful and efficient right from the beginning and everything on the day was great. We couldn't have asked for anymore on our wedding day.
Response from Clayton Hotel Galway
Hi Sharon & Kevin, it’s only recently that I realised I could reply to reviews on here so apologies for the delay :) I am so glad that you both enjoyed your day with us. Thanks a million for always been such great ambassadors for the hotel. The amount of couples who say to us that they were chatting to you both and you were saying that you had the best day ever, it’s really lovely to hear. Thanks so much again & call in for a chat one of the days. Karina.
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Rachael & Stephen Fahy
5.0
Married on 31st May 2014
From the minute we stood into The Clayton Hotel we knew this was the hotel for us.
We met Karina the wedding coordinator who was an absolute pleasure to deal with. We knew our wedding was in safe hands, I didn't have to worry about anything as Karina & Cathal had everything under control when I rang thinking I had forgotten something!
From the start to finish we couldn't have asked for anymore. The hospitality, food, accommodation etc..It exceeded our expectations.
Everyone from our wedding highly complimented the hotel, staff, and especially the food which there was no shortage of.
A big thank you also to Cathal who was with us throughout our wedding day to make sure there was nothing we needed.
We can honestly say if we had to do it all over again, it would be the Clayton hands down.
Added 4th May 2015
Aisling Carroll
4.9
Married on 11th May 2013
I cannot fault the Clayton one bit. Karina and Cathal were amazing and very attentive from start to finish. Nothing was a problem! They went above and beyond to make our day so special. We cannot thank them enough! amazing venue and well deserving off all the awards. The Clayton will always hold a specials place in our hearts. The whole experience was great and Karina took out alot of the stress.I would recommend them to the world. Keep up the good work. xx
Added 6th Aug 2015
A wonderful venue
5.0
Married on 1st Sep 2012
We held our wedding reception in The Clayton Hotel in Sept 2012...From the very first day we attended the wedding fair we fell in love with the venue...When we booked our wedding we were looked after so well by all the staff and especially Cathal...We had a wonderful day, everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The bridal suite is simply amazing and def the nicest place we have ever stayed...Our family and guests still talk about the wonderful meal they got that day and how friendly all the staff were..They really couldn't do enough for us..I highly recommend the Clayton and a top class wedding venue in galway...
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LIAM DALTON
THANK YOU SO MUCH CLAYTON HOTEL GALWAY FOR ALL THE AMAZING FOOD AND HOSPITALITY. KARINA, CARMEL AND STEPHANIE AND ALL THEIR STAFF ARE A TRUE CREDIT TO THIS HOTEL AND CANNOT THANK YOU ENOUGH FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR US.

KIND REGARDS,
LIAM DALTON
Added 17th Oct 2020
Karen and Noel Gallagher
To Karina, Cathal and all the Clayton Hotel staff,

On behalf of myself and Noel we cannot thank you enough for all you have done for us on our
special day. From our first meeting with Karina, she was fantastic.

Both herself and Cathal were available any time day or night with any questions or requests we
had. No job was to big or to small. All our requests were taken on board. NO was never a
word that was said. No matter how crazy our demands were they listened and came up with
something to suit us.

Great attention to detail was seen by ourselves and also the guests throughout the whole hotel-
from a personal meeting with their head chef to ensure all our concerns were heard, to Sean
their local pianist playing our favourite songs, to our county colours been display on the outside
of the hotel.

Our guests were made feel welcome from the minute they arrived. The staff were fantastic.
They went above and beyond to make our day enjoyable and also relaxing.

Just one example of this would be: One of our guests was unable to sit through the whole meal
as she had her newborn with her. So Cathal brought up each course as we got it to her in her
room. She was also given his mobile number just in case she needed anything at all. This kind of
service isn't seen anywhere else. They really are at the top of their game.

The hotel, food and music was second to none. Everybody commented on the huge portions of
food and the free flowing wine. It was perfect from start to finish.

We would recommend any couple getting married to contact Karina. You will not be
disappointed. She has great patience and enthusiasm for her job. As we said before the
Clayton Hotel is great value for money with all requests taken on board.

All the little touches that make the day unforgettable. Thanks again for all your hard work you
made our day perfect.
Added 21st Oct 2014
Michael and Andrea
I have a feeling I'm not alone in saying that when Michael and I first got engaged I felt totally overwhelmed at the thought of planning a wedding, I mean, where do you start? I have never done this before and there is no guide book...but then we made an appointment with Karina at the Clayton Hotel.

Immediately, she put us both at ease and took away all of the stress. She really just assured and from that moment on and everything just fell into place. She gave us great advice, answered all of our many questions and was more than willing to work with our budget. There was no problem in tailoring a package to suit our needs. Karina was very quick to respond to any e-mail I sent and was always there to take my calls. She was a dream to work with and it honestly felt like I was dealing with a friend.

The hotel itself is stunning, very modern and well maintained. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly and our guests are still commenting on how impressed they were with the service they received on the day and throughout their whole stay. They really could not do enough for us and even made our guests feel like VIPs.

We can only say good things about our whole experience from that very first meeting with Karina. On the day of our wedding we were absolutely treated like royalty. I cannot thank Karina, Valerie, Cathal, Matt or Nora enough. The attention paid to every tiny little detail was second to none. They really did cater to our every whim however big or small.

We had a Civil Ceremony in the hotel and the ceremony room itself was beautifully decorated. It was so romantic with low lighting, candles, flowers, linen chair covers and even rose petals. One of our guests told me that she felt like she had travelled back in time to old Hollywood; it was so perfect that she felt like she was in a movie. It's lovely to hear people say such wonderful things about your wedding day.

Another thing people are still talking about is the food. Amazing! The canapés and afternoon tea kept out guests? hunger at bay before the meal and there was more than enough to go around. We had a meeting with head chef, Matt a few weeks before the day to discuss our menu. I can honestly say that no one was left hungry, there was so much food and every bit of it was absolutely gorgeous. We actually go to the hotel regularly for dinner and the food quality is just as high on a Wednesday evening as it will be on your wedding day.

The whole day ran so smoothly and it really was all down to the complete team at the Clayton. It is easy to see why they win so many well-deserved awards, especially Karina. I have and would definitely recommend the Clayton to anybody searching for a wedding venue. You will have an extraordinary day and memories to last a lifetime.
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Jacinta and Paul
My husband and I would like to say a HUGE thank you to all the staff at the Clayton Hotel for helping to make our wedding last month so special.
From the moment we met Karina it was as if we had known her for years. On that first day and over the months of planning in the lead-up to our big day she was always bubbly and passionate about her job and a pleasure to deal with. She was also the only wedding coordinator who asked ?what do you want from your wedding??.

The hotel catered to all our requests without question, even going to the bother of hiring in an extra fairy light backdrop for the ballroom to accommodate our demands!
Even at our menu tasting we felt like VIP's with a personalised menu and a waitress assigned to us for the night. The chef was happy to take our suggestions on board, down to even removing the tomatoes from my salad and providing us with an alternative sauce for the starter. It was little things like that which made all the difference in the wedding preparations and reinforced the reason why we picked the Clayton.
On the day everything was perfect, from the beautiful flower and candle arrangements lining the stairs to the elegant set up of the ballroom. We could not have asked for more. And those who stayed in the hotel only had positive things to say about the quality of the bedrooms ? including ourselves ? the bridal suite was fab!!
The food was simply delicious, from the tasty jam scones and cookies at the welcoming reception to the dinner itself - large portions, hot and well timed, and those roasted vegetables were the best I've ever had! Nobody could have complained that they were hungry afterwards.
While our main point of contact was Karina, we know there were so many others behind the scenes who worked to pull everything together, in particular Cathal, Valerie and Nora. Indeed all the staff looked after our guests like they were family and we were so happy with not only their warmth and enthusiasm but the professionalism shown at all times. The one comment that kept coming through from our guests was ?they could not have done enough for us?.

We have no hesitation in recommending the Clayton to any couple who is looking for a wedding venue. You will be hard pushed to find a team who is so willing to work with you and the hotel's top notch service.

A heartfelt thanks again.
Added 5th Sep 2014
Ellen & Darryl Rebello
Both of us would like to thank everyone at the Clayton hotel for making our wedding day on
23rd August 2014. In particular, we would like to thank the wonderful Wedding & Events
Executive, Karina Duffy. Before the wedding, she helped us organise our perfect reception and
she was very accomodating to our wishes. As we live in the UK, she was excellent at
organising everything via email, skype and telephone. On the run up to the day, Karina
advised us on the last minute things and any issues that came up.

On the day, the staff at the Clayton were excellent. They helped us get a last minute birthday
cake for one of our guests who was allergic to eggs! Several members of staff ensured that all
the stresses were taken off our hands, allowing us to enjoy the day. The reception was
wonderful, the food was excellent and is something people are still commenting on. The rooms
at the Clayton are wonderful, as was the service.

Overall both us and our guests were blown away by the friendliness and professionalism of all of
the staff. We would both highly recommend the Clayton and could not have had our wedding
reception anywhere else. Thank you so much.

Best wishes
Added 10th Aug 2014
Sharon and Kevin Cooney xx
We held our wedding in The Clayton Hotel on July 5th 2014. From the moment we first went
to view the Clayton as a potential venue we knew it was the right place for us. Karina and all
the staff were always there to answer any questions we had and fulfill any requests that we
made. Nothing was ever unachievable. Our wedding day itself in The Clayton was perfect right
from the very beginning to the very end. The hotel looked fabulous; the attention to detail was
second to none. Everyone is still commenting on the amazing food that was served right down
from the arrival canapés to the evening buffet. The dinner itself was delicious, everything was
very well presented, served efficiently and warm and there was more than plenty for everyone.
The wine at the tables was also topped up very efficiently. There was also no issue with having
a late bar and letting the party roll into the early hours of the next morning. We cannot
recommend The Clayton highly enough to anyone who is considering holding their wedding at
this fantastic hotel. You will not be sorry with your choice. We would like to say a huge thank
you to Karina, Cathal and all the staff at The Clayton for all their hard work with making our
day so perfect and special. We cannot commend the staff highly enough on their
professionalism, friendliness and enthusiasm on the day. We certainly had the best day of our
lives and it was all made possible by everyone at The Clayton Hotel.

Thanks again and hopefully see you soon.
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Marie & Sean, Mr and Mrs Gaffney
The Clayton Hotel Galway, what can I really say except ?our big day, the Clayton way?. I have
to say that the Clayton hotel was the first and last hotel we visited in our search for a venue/hotel
to host our wedding reception and know now it was not only our first choice but the right
choice. From our initial meeting with Karina the Wedding and Events Executive we were put
at ease as we explained what we wanted and the way we wanted it. Our wedding was to be by
no means conventional and had reservations as to how she and her colleagues may react
however she was completely understanding and totally accommodating to all our requests.

Karina's competency coupled with her speedy replies to any questions or queries we had was a
breath of fresh air. As time went on and the big day came near naturally nerves set in however
we were reassured to ?enjoy ourselves and they would take care of the rest? and they did, they
went above and beyond in my opinion.

I cannot complement the Clayton Hotel enough on the way in which everything ran so smoothly
and coming from a Hotel and Catering background years ago I was taken aback at the clear
lines of communication and the genuine friendliness of all the staff and the efficiency at which
everyone knew what was going on and what role they had to play, something which is often a
challenge in a large organisation.

On 4th June we had the best day of our lives and a massive part was played by the Clayton
Hotel and we were in awe of our red carpet, our champagne and piano reception and the way
in which they had decorated the hotel reception for us and our guests, it was like a dream come
true.
When it was time for us to dine again they were most accommodating in that I had a surprise for
my groom and wanted a special track to be played as we were announced and again there was
no fuss and no losing it or anything like that they had it spot on and my husband was really,
really impressed with this, it made my day to see him even happier than I had all day ?.
The fairy light back drop, place settings and overall decoration of the room was simply only
what I had dreamed of and if I had done it myself could not have been any better!.
When it came to dining with our guests again they exceeded expectations as every guest
commented that the food was nothing but first class and that they were anything but hungry!.
Coupled with this we were impressed by the way in which it was clearly handled with two of
our guests having dietary requirements. At no stage did any of the staff have to double check
any aspect of our day with us, most impressive indeed.
Our honeymoon suite was beautiful and it was the little finishing touches like petals on the bed
and a note to wish us well that really made it a memorable experience and with a view and
balcony around the hotel, it was breath-taking to wake up to the morning after not to mention
our champagne breakfast!.

Overall it was ?our day, our way, the Clayton way? and if I had to do it all over again would not
change a single thing and cannot recommend the Clayton Hotel, all the staff and especially
Karina and Cathal enough for making our day an absolutely fabulous one. I want to extend a
huge THANK YOU to them for all their help, consideration and hard work leading up to and
on our big day. In my mind it is thee one and only venue to hold a wedding reception in
Galway. A, 5 stars*****.

Wishing you all health, happiness and success in the future.
Added 16th Jun 2014
Claire & James Flaherty
Hi Karina,
Thanks very much for you help in putting on such a good show. Food was excellent.
Have not heard any complaints about anything!

The night just went too quickly for us. Please pass on our thanks to all the staff &
management team.
Added 23rd May 2014
Amanda & Adrian Cusack
We'd like to thank Karina, Cathal and all the staff of the Clayton Hotel for a truly amazing day.
From the moment we met Karina, the wedding co-ordinator, we knew we were in good hands
- She was available to answer all our questions and to accommodate all our requests from day
one!

On the day, from the moment we arrived at the hotel to when we checked out everything was
perfect. The food at both the drinks reception and the meal was fantastic, the service was
incredible...nothing was too much trouble! It really made a difference to know everything and
everyone was being taken care of and this allowed us to really enjoy the whole experience
ourselves. Our guests were equally impressed with everything, we got lots of great comments
on our choice of venue :)

I'd recommend the Clayton Hotel to anyone for their Wedding Day, ours was truly amazing.
Thanks so much for everything!
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Aine & Paul McDonagh X
Wow, what can I say except all our guests were blown away by the standard in the hotel,
bedrooms, the function room, the food and the level of service. We had guests from USA, UK,
United Arab Emirates who were all so impressed.

We were truly treated royalty by all your teams. Nothing was too much to ask.

Our room was sooo fab, out of this world and loved the crystals and petals in the room. We
didn't see much of it..it was 7am before I hit the bed, sign of a great night!

Feedback from our guests was unreal, the food was amazing and they felt a real presence from
hotel team in the room and they were always checking on the tables.

My friend who herself married recently in Mayo was totally blown away and didn't realise the
hotel ,in her words? was so perfect for weddings? and she would totally recommend the hotel
for weddings.

I do hope you get some more weddings from our day.

Thanks again.
Added 6th May 2014
Kelie and Daragh Bailey
Myself and Daragh want to thank you Karina and the staff at the Clayton so so much for
everything you guys did to make our day so special. The room, food, staff etc was all fantastic
and we had such an amazing day. All our guests were very impressed with the hotel and staff
and they are still saying how great the hotel was. You guys really did pull out all the stops for
us.

I am a bit sad now writing this email as it finally puts everything to a close but thanks again so
much for everything Karina, the Clayton are very lucky to have you ;)

All the best for the future

Kind Regards.
Added 20th Apr 2014
Peter, Denise & Katlyn
A massive thank you to Karina, Cathal & the team, you all made us feel so special and we had
a blast! Best day ever
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Joanne & Luke Ronayne
Both Luke and I want to sincerely thank the Clayton Hotel for making the 7th
December such a special day for us and we cannot praise Karina Duffy our wedding
co-coordinator highly enough. From the welcome on arrival, to the fabulous reception,
the gorgeous meal, to the super friendly service and the amazing late night entertainment,
thank you so much for making our wedding the most effortless and carefree day we could
have possibly imagined. All our guests were wowed by the friendliness and courtesy of
everyone who looked after us. We would also like you to extend our thanks to the entire
kitchen staff for the wonderful food on the day, which people are still congratulating us
on.

Overall the entire staff were absolutely amazing and we couldn't have asked for a better
hotel to host our wedding.

From our very first meeting, Karina put us at ease & we knew that our day would be well
catered for, with no detail overlooked. That took so much pressure off us coming up to
the big day. The hotel was one thing we didn't have to stress over thanks to Karina
Duffy who is in a class of her own when it comes to wedding coordinating

Her communication skills are second to none and if I had any query or requests they were
responded to and answered quickly and efficiently. Her calm and relaxed demeanor made
Karina very approachable, and nothing was a problem for her.

We would highly recommend The Clayton to anyone looking for a great day, it was
perfect. Thank you so much
Added 18th Dec 2013
Helen & Colin Lawlor

We had our wedding on the 11th of December 2013 in the Clayton. The Clayton Hotel far
exceeded our wedding expectations.

Our day was simply amazing and we put that down to the
professional approach of the staff at the Clayton. From original booking, all the way through to
the ceremony and the reception we felt we had the benefit of a personal wedding co-coordinator
as their wedding co-coordinator Karina helped us out with so much detail. They advised on the
best places to get flowers, make-up, bands etc. Myself any my husband booked our wedding
through Karina. We decided to have both the ceremony and reception at the hotel. Karina's
insight and knowledge was amazing! She included little extras for us that we would not have
thought of.
We also coordinated with Matt (the head chef). Some of our guests had special dietary
requirements and they were all taken care of with no fuss. I am a vegetarian and I am used of
getting not so great meals at weddings. The meal Matt prepared for me was one of the best
ever! All of the guests have commented to us and/or our parents on the quality of the food and
service they got on the day.

Cathal (manager) was also a pleasure to deal with. He made sure the day ran smoothly and that
all of our guests were well taken care of. One of the children in attendance was sick. Its Mom
sent me a message in the days afterwards to say she was blown away with how attentive the
staff were when they knew her son was unwell and sent him up drinks / colours / books / tissues
etc to the bedroom to help out.

The suite we were given for the night before and the night of our wedding was simply beautiful.
It has a fabulous balcony that wraps around the suite (great for photographs). It has a separate
living room and bedroom which was great as we hosted a mini party for my family in the room
before the ceremony. The bedroom has to be experienced to be believed! Wide screen TV in
each room, fabulous shower room, double hand basins, I could go on and on!

To top it all off, on the day Karina had organised a special bicycle as a prop for us for our
photographs. I had mentioned it to her in passing the day before the wedding (I had spotted it
outside a florists on the way to the hotel) and to my surprise when I went down to the lobby on
the day of the wedding she had it in the lobby!

Karina, Cathal, Matt and all the staff at the Clayton made our wedding experience very special
for us. We spent a couple of months comparing venues in Co Galway and Roscommon for our
wedding. We narrowed our choice down to 3 contenders based on a price point we were
comfortable with and also the star rating of the hotel. We then organised to attend wedding
fairs at all three hotels.

On meeting Karina at the Clayton we quickly eliminated the other two as we felt her approach
was so professional. She listened to our needs and adopted their offerings to meet our
particular needs. On the day the hotel far exceeded our expectations. The level of detail they
went to with decorating the room (it was amazing!!), the quality and quantity of flowers, the
quality of service all of our guests received, the quality of the food, the friendliness of the staff all
made our day flow without any problems.
We felt throughout that we were being listened to. We felt that it was equally as important to
Karina (the wedding coordinator) as to us, that our day ran smoothly.

We look forward to our next family celebration and will definitely be returning to the Clayton
many times in the future! I know that some of our guests have booked mini breaks there this
year as they were so impressed with the level of service.
Added 17th Dec 2013
Marie and Bernie Fahy
Last minute we popped along to the Clayton Wedding Fair in October 2012, having only been
engaged two weeks we certainly weren't expecting to find the perfect venue, but that's exactly
what we found!

We looked at many other venues but we both knew it was always going to be the Clayton from
that first visit, not only because of the beautiful modern d?cor, the reputation for amazing food
or even the 'out of this world' presidential suite, it was down to the staff themselves..

Karina was amazing in the run up to our big day and was in contact frequently regarding the
menu, the banquet room d?cor planning etc. and we couldn't have asked for more! It's easy to
see why she is a finalist in this years Wedding Co-ordinator of the year awards and it's very well
deserved!

On our big day we were made to feel very like royalty! Every member of staff from reception
to accommodation was helpful and friendly and this made our big day even more special. All of
our guests were made feel really welcome and we really appreciated that. Nothing was too
much trouble.

Cathal was brilliant on the day and somehow managed to personally welcome most of our
guests and check in on every table during the meal. Dale was also constantly on hand
throughout the day ensuring everything went to plan.

The food was amazing and some of our guests are probably still full after all they were given!!
From the canapés at arrival, the beautiful meal to the evening platters there was more than
enough for everyone one and we have had so many people comment how much and how tasty
everything was, its a credit to the chefs!

When we arrived at the hotel, we were greeted by Karina and Cathal and we knew we had
picked the ideal venue.

We would recommend the Clayton to anyone looking for a wedding venue. Our day was truly
magical and all the more special because of the care and attention provided by all of the staff.
Karina, Cathal, Dale and all the staff, thanks again and best of luck in the finals
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Stephanie & Aidan
Hi Karina, I'm sorry I haven't got around to sending out my thank you cards yet, believe me you are top of my list. We had the most amazing day. I could not say enough good things about you and the Clayton, I would recommend you without any hesitation. Between yourself, Cathal and all the staff you made us feel like royalty. So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they had ever been to! The food was fabulous and there was no end to it, all of our guests said the same. Thank you so much for making us feel so special and helping to make our special day perfect. A big thank you also for all of details that contributed to our guests having such a wonderful day. Thanks again for everything,
Added 29th Aug 2013
Marie & Aodhan Flynn
Hi Karina,

Things are a great with us. It is so hard to believe a year has nearly gone by, but it has been
such a busy time for both of us.

We are both really grateful to you especially, for your patience with us and all the time you gave
us in the lead up to the wedding. We really felt that anything you could do to make our day
special you would go that extra mile to make it happen, it truly was a pleasure dealing with you.
By the way our both the guests and I really enjoyed the sweet cart!


I wanted to ask you to give a special thank you and highlight the chef for our wedding day. A
number of our guests had special dietary requirements, one person in fact had very particular
needs and she complimented both the staff and the chef for their kind handling of her situation
and the fantastic food that was provided for her. This is only one reflection of how impressed
we were with the Clayton and all the team, and only one example of how you all looked after
our guests.

I really can't thank you all enough or say enough good things about our day, but the amount of
amazing feedback we have got truly shows what a venue the Clayton is, the calibre of its staff
and how we will never fail to recommend you as a choice venue.


Best Regards.
Added 26th Jun 2013
Anne Marie & Des Carty
Des and I would like to thank the staff of the Clayton Hotel for the excellent service provided to
us and our guests on our Wedding Day. From our initial meeting with Cathal and Karina,
everything was easy and efficient. From the beginning you both took a personal interest in
helping us plan our day right down from the canapés and flowers, right through to the
celebrations on the day and also the next day after the wedding itself. The attention to detail in
all aspects of the day were second to none.

The hotel took great time and consideration into creating the perfect menu for our guests. They
took on board our ideas and helped us in every way possible.
The quality of food on the Wedding Day is paramount because it is what people remember. On
our wedding Day, we could not have asked for anything more. The meal was well timed,
beautifully presented, warm, tasted amazing, huge portions and went down a treat with all. The
food at the Clayton is excellent but we can honestly say, that it was equally good, if not better
on the actual day when the kitchen was catering for bigger numbers. We had so many super
comments regarding the food. You certainly pulled out all the stops and made sure all our guests
were exceptionally welcomed and were individually given the best of attention.
On the day itself, It was great to have you all greet us when we arrived at the hotel as you kind
of settled us before we walked in through the doors to a cheer from all our guests.

I would certainly be happy to recommend the Clayton Hotel to anyone
It was most definitely the wedding of our dreams, made possible by the hardworking, friendly
and attentive staff leading up too and during our wedding day.

All your staff in the Clayton went
above and beyond the call of duty to ensure everything ran smoothly and that we all had the
very best day possible. What stood out for us (besides the food) was the staff's enthusiasm,
professionalism and the courtesy they showed to all our guests, all of the time even through to
the next days celebrations. A huge thank you to you all.
Finally after all the emails and phone calls with Karina in relation to the room set out, I would
love to say that it had exceeded all of our expectations and when we walked in we knew it was
going to be one of the best day of our lives.

To you Karina and Cathal no amount of words can
ever be enough to thank you both for everything, you both are a credit to the hotel but also
wonderful people, and we would like to wish you both every happiness and success in the
future.

PS: Can you believe we had not one person say any thing bad about any thing. Truly amazing
as I am sure you know yourselves?.there is always one.

Many thanks x x x
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Ale & Ugo
Dear Karina,

We would like to thank you so much for your professionalism, your patience, your smile and your kindness. It has been such a pleasure to work with you during the last few months.
You have satisfied all our requests and taken care of all the details we wanted to have for our big day, from the small ones to the big ones.

The day ran so smoothly, we didn't have to worry about anything, the staff was professional, the food well presented & tasty and the room was well decorated with an elegant touch.

We would like to thank you personally for your GREAT JOB, for your care, for accommodating and being flexible to all our requests.

Thanks for all your help.
Added 18th May 2013
Caroline & Mark
From the very first moment of contact with the staff at The Clayton Hotel, I knew we had made the right choice. Planning a wedding from outside your hometown is never easy, and especially so when you live on the other side of the planet in New Zealand. But I never had to worry for one second. Karina and her staff were always extremely attentive, focused on helping us to shape our dream wedding and always quick to respond to any questions or suggestions we had. From day one, they took the pressure away from us and made our perfect day come true, pulling out all the stops. The service was above and beyond, the food divine and the over all experience one neither I, my husband or guests will ever forget. I still have people telling me how amazing everything was, and I know plenty have now recommended The Clayton to their friends and family, of which I will be doing the same.


Thank you so much for making what can be a stressful event to organise an absolute breeze. We look forward to coming back for a visit the next time we are back in Ireland. And for those of you reading this wondering whether or not to go with The Clayton, their price, which will suit the smallest to largest of budgets, varying options and service are head and shoulders above the rest. You really can't get any better than this."


Added 13th May 2013
Aisling and Alan.
Hi Karina,

On behalf of Alan and I, Thank you so much for everything in the run up and the day of our wedding. We could not of been happier with our choice of Venue. We have been getting glowing comments from our guests about the food, D?cor, hospitality and service from all involved. We would have no hassle recommending you to anyone. Top class Service. The lighting could not have matched better either ?. So different with the lights and rooms set. Loved every bit of it. it was definitely the best wedding I was ever at? . Not that I am biased or anything. Back to work today and back to reality.

Regards to the team.

Thanks again
Added 11th May 2013
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Pauline and Lorcan
We would be delighted to recommend the Clayton Hotel to any prospective bride and groom. The staff were lovely and Karina really made us feel that whatever we wanted the hotel would provide. This initial meeting with her made us feel that the Clayton was the place for us. The guests flying in from other countries and driving from other parts of the country found the hotel very easily as it was so close to the motorway exit. All our guests complimented the rooms, the beds, and the friendliness of the staff. The customer service was genuine and warm rather than the text book variety that you often find these days. And the setup with the band and dj was great as all the equipment was on site
Added 1st May 2013
Michelle, John, Lee & Lauren Murphy xx
Karina, We had the clich? "Best day of our Lives!!! REALLY!! Everything was Literally PERFECT! Your own attention to detail, professionalism, obliging, hardwork as well as your team, especially Valerie & Cathal x You were all a pleasure to be associated with. All our guests are still talking about it, they couldn't get over the food, the amount of food and the service! But... of course I've good taste too in choosing you! Lol J We will never ever forget all your hospitality to us, we highly, highly recommend you, your team and your hotel, if we can do anything to help promote you all just ask. We couldn't make any suggestions for your service in the future as it is perfect, well done to you all. Karina, you make it happen!! xxx

Kindest, appreciating Regards,
Added 3rd Apr 2013
Niamh and Brian Doyle
We held our wedding at the Clayton Hotel on the 23rd March 2013. From the very beginning, all the staff of the Clayton were extremely helpful and welcoming at all times.


We found that all the staff of the hotel were efficient, courteous and helpful at all times. We dealt a lot with Karina and Valerie in the run up to the wedding, along with Cathal on the day. We always felt that they had lots of time for us and were always interested and involved.

The day itself ran like clockwork, from the moment we arrived. We honestly can't say enough for everyone at the hotel. Our guests were all so happy with the food, the service and their rooms. The atmosphere was fantastic, and everything ran smoothly. The meal was excellent, and I would call in to the hotel every day for another pavlova dessert if I could - gorgeous!

We stayed on the next day along with a few guests, and enjoyed relaxing with our friends and family in the hotel. We were never rushed, and were truly made to feel like the centre of attention!

Our room was beautiful, so relaxing and absolutely spotless. Many of our guests commented on how comfortable their rooms were.

We cannot recommend the Clayton Hotel highly enough.

Many thanks to all the staff who worked together to help make our day so wonderful. Karina and Valerie were excellent throughout the whole lead up to and the weekend of the wedding, and we really appreciate that.

All the best,
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M?ire ?ine & Tommy
Thank you all so much for everything; we had the most amazing day in the Clayton!

We have got so much compliments on both food and the staff.
Added 15th Mar 2013
Eoghan & Valerie
Having had a small family wedding in Kerry, we returned from our honeymoon three weeks later and were lucky to have the opportunity to celebrate (again) our wedding with friends at the Clayton in Galway.

We can not say enough to commend their staff!! Karina & Valeries' confidence and experience ensured that we knew all angles would be covered beforehand. On the night they, and Cathal, were ever present and were able to guide us effortlessly in all events (room, food, musicians). Any minor hiccups (people showing up unexpectedly!!) were easily dealt with and didn't impact at all to our & our guests' enjoyment. The night flew and it was hard to believe we were signing out & saying goodbye to the wonderful Clayton staff at noon the next day!
Our thanks to all staff for their efforts, professionalism and good humour throughout"

Sl?n go f?ill a chairde!
Added 8th Mar 2013
Susan & Jason
To Karina & Cathal and All the Staff at the Clayton,

Thank you so much for helping us prepare and celebrate our special day.

We had an amazing day and thanks to you and all your staff. All our family's and guests felt very welcome and everyone complimented on your staff and how attentive and helpful they were throughout the day.

Thanks again
Added 8th Feb 2013
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