Hotels Near Galway Comedy Festival 2025 – Stay at Clybaun Hotel
Planning your trip to the Galway Comedy Festival 2025? Taking place from October 21st – 27th, the festival brings Ireland’s favourite comedians and international comics to venues across Galway city.
If you’re looking for a hotel near Galway Comedy Festival, the Clybaun Hotel is the ideal base, close to the city centre with all the comfort you need for your festival getaway.
What’s On at Galway Comedy Festival 2025
The festival line-up includes stand-up comedy, improv, sketches, and panel shows in iconic venues like the Town Hall Theatre, Róisín Dubh, and the Black Box theatre.
Whether you’re catching one headline act or soaking in the full week of events, Galway will be buzzing with laughter and atmosphere.
Rich Hall in the Roisin Dubh kicks off the festival on Tuesday 21st of October. On Wednesday, Rhod Gilbert makes his way to Galway from Knutsford Services, hopefully he packed his Egg and Cress Sandwiches. He plays Leisureland on Wednesday 22nd.
If dining at the Clybaun doesn’t take your fancy, a trip to the faulty towers: the dining experience may make you rethink your dinner choices. Basil Fawlty and the crew take over the Ardilaun for two nights during the festival.
Fresh off the back of his Strictly come dancing win, Chris McCausland brings his show Yonks to the town hall theatre for just €33 on 23rd Oct.
After a self proclaimed 7 year rebuild, Al Porter returns to the Galway Comedy Festival in 2025 with his show Al-gorithim.
The Joker Paul Smith, best known for his spot at Liverpool’s Hot Water Comedy Club, plays two shows in Leisureland. There is unallocated seating for this show, and if you know his shows you should avoid the first row for fear of audience interaction!
Dylan Moran plays both the Raheen Woods and the Black Box. Tickets for his show, Dolla Ho, is €35 and are moving quickly!
The line up hasn’t been finalised yet, but Emma Doran is scheduled as the last headliner of the festival. She takes to the town hall theatre stage on Saturday 25th.
Why Choose Clybaun Hotel During the Festival?
Just a short drive from Galway City Centre and Eyre Square, Clybaun Hotel combines convenience with comfort:
- Spacious, modern rooms for a restful stay
- Complimentary access to the NRG Leisure Centre with pool and gym
- On-site dining and bar. The Courtyard is ideal for pre-show meals or post-show drinks
- Free parking and easy access to city venues
You’ll be close enough to enjoy every show, while escaping the late-night city noise when it’s time to relax.
Make Your Galway Break Complete
A trip to the Galway Comedy Festival is the perfect excuse for a short break in the west of Ireland. By staying at the Clybaun Hotel, you’ll enjoy a hotel that’s great value, well-connected, and designed for comfort.
Book your stay at Clybaun Hotel for Galway Comedy Festival 2025 and make the most of this unforgettable week of comedy in Galway.
For full line-up of Irish & International Artists and tickets, visit the official Galway Comedy Festival website.