Lough Rea Hotel & Spa

What Lough Rea Hotel & Spa does

Lough Rea Hotel & Spa is a four-star full-service hotel located on the Galway Road in Loughrea, County Galway, Ireland (legal entity: Atlantic Troy Limited), set beside Loughrea Lake roughly 25 minutes from Galway City. The property offers 91–92 guest rooms and suites across eight categories (Single, Double, Twin, Triple, Family, Lake View, Executive, and premium suites including the Connaught and Loch Riach), supported by 300 complimentary parking bays and approximately 120 staff. It is operated as part of the Só Hotels group, an Irish family-owned portfolio established in 2016 under Managing Director Pat McDonagh that also includes Castletroy Park Hotel (Limerick), Charleville Park Hotel (Cork) and Killeshin Hotel (Portlaoise).

The hotel generates revenue from five primary streams: accommodation; food and beverage across the Abbey Restaurant (formal), Lir Bar & Brasserie (casual all-day), Lir Lounge (afternoon tea) and Roof Top Garden & Sky Lounge; the Shore Island Spa (thermal suite, facials, body treatments and packages using Elemis and Yon-Ka products); conferences and events (eight meeting rooms for up to 500 delegates, plus sports-team and fundraising catering); and weddings and celebrations (De Dannan Suite up to 350 banquet guests, Slieve Aughty Suite, Rooftop Garden, civil ceremonies, Moposa planning platform). Pricing runs from €109/night (Single) to €199/night (Connaught Suite) room-only, with afternoon tea €32–€39, spa treatments €10–€190, spa packages €95–€240 for two, wedding packages from €79 per guest, and concerts/events €27.50–€55.

Distribution is direct-to-consumer-led via the hotel's own booking engine (best-price guarantee, no booking fees, complimentary WiFi and parking) plus phone, walk-ins and dedicated corporate (events team), wedding (coordinator Aoife Nee) and spa sales motions. The technology stack relies on third-party SaaS: Tablepath for F&B reservations and event ticketing, Phorest for spa appointments, Bookin1 for gift vouchers, Moposa for wedding planning, Eventbrite for select concerts, and Netflix in-room. Marketing centres on the company website, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, email newsletters under the Só Hotels brand, TripAdvisor and industry awards (WeddingDates.ie Top Rated Wedding Venue in Ireland 2024, TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2024, Best Connacht Spa 2023, Hotel & Restaurant of the Year Galway 2024). Customer segments span leisure couples (primary), families, corporate/MICE, wedding couples, golfers and golden-years travellers across Connacht, the wider West of Ireland and Midlands.

Name

Lough Rea Hotel & Spa

Legal name

Atlantic Troy Limited

Website

https://loughreahotelandspa.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lough Rea Hotel & Spa is a four-star, 91–92 room full-service hotel on Loughrea Lake in County Galway, Ireland, operated under the Só Hotels group. It serves leisure couples, families, corporate conferences, wedding parties and golfers through accommodation, dining, the Shore Island Spa and events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hotel Hospitality Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Destination Spa Resorts (THAGAMAA), Conference Retreat Hotels (THAGALAG), Hotel & Resort Restaurants (THAFACAH)

Keywords

• Hotel accommodation services
• Spa and wellness retreats
• Wedding venue packages
• Conference and meeting facilities
• Hospitality dining services

Headquarters

HQ city

Loughrea

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Room Revenue: Accommodation revenue from 91–92 guest rooms and suites across multiple room types (single, double, twin, triple, family, lake view, executive, suites). Rates vary by season, day, and special events. Direct and OTA bookings. Room categories range from standard to premium suites.
2. Food & Beverage: Dining revenue from three outlets: the formal Abbey Restaurant (special occasions), Lir Bar & Brasserie (casual all-day dining), and the Rooftop Garden & Sky Lounge (cocktails, light bites, private BBQs). Afternoon Tea in the Lir Lounge. All-day menu, lunch, dinner, and bar menus available.
3. Shore Island Spa & Wellness: Spa revenue from thermal suite access (€20–€25), individual treatments (€10–€190), spa packages (€95–€240), beauty services (waxing, nails, spray tan), and overnight spa break packages. Premium brands Elemis and Yon-Ka products used; products available for at-home purchase.
4. Conference & Events: Conference room rental for corporate meetings, training, AGMs, and national events for up to 500 delegates. Includes 8 conference rooms, 6 breakout rooms, full AV equipment, and catering. Multi-day conference packages with accommodation. Sports team pre/post-match meals and fundraising gala dinners.
5. Weddings & Celebrations: Wedding reception revenue in the De Dannan Suite (up to 350 guests banquet) and Slieve Aughty Suite. Packages from €79 per guest; intimate packages also available. Revenue from civil ceremony hire, bridal suite accommodation, and Day 2 celebrations on the Rooftop Garden.
6. Gift Vouchers: Gift vouchers sold online and at the hotel for use across all hotel services (spa, dining, rooms, events). Valid for 5 years from purchase. Gift cards accepted across all Só Hotels sister properties.
7. Events & Entertainment: Ticket sales for live concerts, comedy shows, and themed events hosted at the hotel (ABBA Sensations, Dublin City Ramblers, Stars of Irish Country Music, Rock Rising, Dan McCabe, Pink Afternoon Tea). Tickets €27.50–€55. Drives overnight stay bookings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Lough Rea Hotel & Spa is a four-star hotel in County Galway, Ireland operating 91–92 guest rooms, multiple dining outlets, the Shore Island Spa, and conference and wedding venues. The company sells accommodation, food and beverage, spa treatments and packages, corporate conference services, and full-service weddings to leisure and business guests in the West of Ireland.

Product overview

Lough Rea Hotel & Spa is a four-star hotel offering a comprehensive hospitality portfolio centered on accommodation, dining, spa, and events services. The core offering comprises 91 modern bedrooms across eight room types (Single, Double, Twin, Triple, Family, Lake View, Executive, and Suites including Connaught and Loch Riach). Dining options include The Abbey Restaurant (formal), Lir Bar & Brasserie (casual), Lir Lounge (afternoon tea), and Roof Top Garden & Sky Lounge. Shore Island Spa provides wellness treatments using Elemis and Yonka products, plus a Thermal Suite. Conference facilities accommodate up to 500 delegates across 7 meeting rooms. The hotel specializes in weddings (Top Rated Wedding Venue in Ireland 2024) with ceremony options and Moposa online planning tools. Additional offerings include corporate wellness packages, golf packages, concerts & events, and gift vouchers. The hotel connects with third-party booking platforms (TablePath, Phorest, bookin1.com, Eventbrite) for reservations and ticketing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Shore Island Spa: Award-winning spa sanctuary within Lough Rea Hotel & Spa offering thermal experiences, wellness treatments, facials, massages, and beauty services. Named Best Connacht Spa 2023.

Products and services

• Single Room Air-conditioned bedroom with king-sized Kayfoam mattress, work desk, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat screen TV, tea & coffee station, iron & ironing board, and en-suite bathroom with power shower. Rates from €109 room only.
• Double Room Contemporary luxury bedroom with king-sized bed, dark tropical wenge wood décor, light pastel shades, flooded with natural light. Rates from €119 room only.
• Twin Room Spacious room with twin beds and large en-suite bathroom, featuring Kayfoam mattresses, flat screen TV, tea & coffee station, iron & ironing board.
• Triple Room Large room with 3 single beds accommodating up to 3 adults, air-conditioned with Kayfoam mattresses. Rates from €159 room only.
• Family Room Superbly appointed room with double bed and one or two single beds, sleeping up to 2 adults and 2 children. Rates from €149 room only.
• Lake View Room South-facing room with beautiful views over Loughrea Lake, featuring Kayfoam mattresses, flat screen TV, and en-suite bathrooms with power shower.
• Executive Room Top floor king room with floor to ceiling windows overlooking Loughrea Lake, featuring free-standing grand bath tub and separate rain forest shower.
• The Connaught Suite Luxury suite with open plan lounge and dining area, custom designed contemporary furnishings, freestanding tub, rain shower, floor to ceiling windows, and private balcony with lake views. Rates from €199 room only.
• Loch Riach Suite King bedded suite with contemporary furnishings, freestanding tub, gorgeous en-suite bathroom, and beautiful view of Loughrea Lake.
• The Abbey Restaurant Formal dining restaurant offering modern Irish cuisine with contemporary design, suitable for special occasions with advance reservations required.
• Lir Bar & Brasserie Relaxed bar and brasserie serving traditional bar menu, lunch from 12:30pm to 4:30pm, and dinner from 5pm to 9pm daily.
• Afternoon Tea Traditional afternoon tea served in the Lir Lounge daily from 12:30pm to 4:30pm, available in classic (€32) and prosecco (€39) options, plus Prince & Princess children's tea at €17.50 per child.
• Roof Top Garden & Sky Lounge Outdoor rooftop bar with panoramic views of Loughrea Lake and mountains, serving cocktails, snacks, and light bites. Available for private events, BBQs, and celebrations including Day 2 wedding events.
• Shore Island Spa Award-winning spa sanctuary named Best Connacht Spa 2023, offering thermal experiences, treatments, facials, massages, beauty services, and wellness packages using Elemis and Yon-Ka premium skincare brands.
• Thermal Suite Experience Hands-off wellness experience including relaxation rooms, jacuzzi, experience shower, sauna, ice grotto, steam room, and foot bath. Non-resident €25, Resident €20.
• Spa Facials Range of facial treatments using Elemis and Yon-Ka skincare products, including Elemis Renewal Facial €120/55 min, Elemis Define Facial €150/75 min, Elemis Nourish Facial €120/50 min, Yonka Hydralessence €100/50 min, and Shore Island Signature Facial €70/25 min.
• Beauty Room Professional beauty treatments including eye care (lashes, brows), manicures and pedicures using OPI products, waxing, and spray tanning.
• Wedding Packages Full wedding services including dedicated wedding coordinator (Aoife Nee), ceremony and reception spaces (De Dannan Suite, Slieve Aughty Suite, Rooftop Garden), catering, and accommodation. Packages from €79 per guest; intimate options available for smaller groups. Named Ireland's Top Rated Wedding Venue 2024 by weddingdates.ie.
• Civil Ceremonies & Partnerships HSE-approved venue for civil marriage and partnership ceremonies with multiple venue options including Slieve Aughty Suite (up to 80 guests), De Dannan Suite (120–225 guests), and Rooftop Garden.
• Meetings & Conferences Conference venue with 8 meeting rooms accommodating up to 500 delegates, featuring high-speed Wi-Fi, AV equipment, air conditioning, and natural daylight. Includes 6 breakout rooms and full catering.
• Corporate Wellness Corporate wellness experiences combining meeting facilities with guided wellness sessions including yoga, breathwork, and mindset sessions. Executive Recharge packages from €105 per person.
• Golf Package Stay and play golf package including overnight accommodation, round of golf at local golf club, and Full Irish Breakfast. From €100pp per night; green fees arranged through Reservations Team at nearby Loughrea GC, Portumna GC, Athenry GC, and Galway Bay GC.
• Concerts & Events Year-round entertainment programme featuring concerts, comedy shows, and themed dining events (ABBA Sensations, Dublin City Ramblers, Stars of Irish Country Music, Rock Rising, Dan McCabe, Pink Afternoon Tea). Tickets €27.50–€55. Drives overnight stay bookings alongside ticket purchases.
• Midweek Spa Reset Overnight spa break including 25-minute treatment, thermal suite access, and overnight accommodation with Full Irish Breakfast.
• Diamond Spa Package Full spa package including bed and breakfast, four-course dinner, and choice of one treatment per person with 60-minute thermal suite access.
• Gift Vouchers Gift vouchers sold online and at the hotel, valid for 5 years from purchase, redeemable across the hotel for spa treatments, dining, accommodation, and can be used at Só Hotels sister properties.
• Moposa Wedding Planning Platform Award-winning online wedding planning platform included complimentary in all Lough Rea Hotel & Spa wedding packages, offering free wedding website creation, e-vites, RSVP management, interactive seating plan, and budget planner.

Quantifiable outcome

• 500+ wedding receptions hosted ('Happily Ever Afters')
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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App detail

Integration8 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ElemiscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerShore Island Spa's exclusive partnership with Elemis, the UK premium skincare brand, provides cutting-edge formulations and luxury treatments. Elemis products are used across facials and body treatments, with retail products available for at-home use at spa reception.
• Yon-KacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerShore Island Spa's exclusive partnership with Yon-Ka, the French skincare brand, delivers botanical and essential oil-based treatments. Yon-Ka products are featured in facial and body treatments and are available for purchase at the spa.
• Local Golf Clubs (Loughrea GC, Portumna GC, Athenry GC, Galway Bay GC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe hotel arranges golf packages in partnership with nearby golf clubs. Green fees are organised through the hotel's Reservations Team. Loughrea GC is 5 minutes from the hotel; Portumna GC is 25 minutes away; Athenry GC 15 minutes; Galway Bay GC 30 minutes away.
• Só Hotels GroupcoreOthersLough Rea Hotel & Spa is proudly owned and operated by Só Hotels, an Irish family-owned hotel group established in 2016. The group includes Castletroy Park Hotel (Limerick), Charleville Park Hotel (Cork), and The Killeshin Hotel (Portlaoise). Gift vouchers are redeemable across all Só Hotels properties.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Hotel Meyrick: Historic 4-star hotel in Galway City competing for conferences, weddings, and leisure stays. Different setting (city centre vs. lakeside) but overlapping guest segments.
• Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa: 5-star spa hotel in Killarney with lake views, spa, and wedding facilities. Comparable lakeside resort positioning and premium wedding offering, but based in Kerry rather than Galway.
• Sheen Falls Lodge: 5-star resort in Kerry offering comparable lakeside setting, spa, weddings, and conferencing. Competitor for high-end weddings and corporate retreats but operating in a different regional market.

Direct peers

• Charleville Park Hotel: Sister property under Só Hotels in County Cork, with similar 4-star full-service lodging, dining, and leisure offerings. Direct portfolio peer for cross-property benchmarking and shared voucher revenue.
• Clayton Hotel Galway: 4-star branded hotel in Galway competing for corporate and leisure demand within the same region. Larger room inventory and conference facilities than Lough Rea, but similar weddings and spa positioning.
• The Galmont Hotel & Spa: Large 4-star hotel and spa in Galway City, competing directly for corporate conferences, leisure breaks, and weddings in the same Galway catchment. Comparable room count, spa facilities, and event space.
• Castletroy Park Hotel: Sister property under Só Hotels group in Limerick, offering comparable 4-star accommodation, dining, leisure, and conference facilities. Same operating model, distribution channels, and gift voucher portability.
• Killeshin Hotel: Sister property under Só Hotels in Portlaoise, providing comparable 4-star accommodation, weddings, and conferencing. Direct operational peer within the same parent group.
• Glenlo Abbey Hotel: 5-star heritage estate hotel near Galway competing for weddings, corporate retreats, and leisure breaks. Directly comparable lakeside/estate setting and wedding positioning.
• The g Hotel & Spa: Upscale 5-star hotel in Galway with strong wedding and spa presence, competing directly for the same premium wedding and corporate segments in the West of Ireland market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lough-rea-hotel-&-spa

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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