These poor reviews must have been written by people with ulterior motives. Nothing but good reviews could be left for The Gateway Hotel and James, the proprietor. James is the new owner/manager and he is doing an excellent job. He accommodated us in every way, and believe me, we were a very needy and I'm sure annoying group.
We traveled with a group of 24 and took up 14 rooms wherever we went. We stayed in 9 hotels in Ireland in the last 3 weeks. So this is the cumulative experience of everyones experience in 14 rooms.
The staff was great, the food was fantastic and the rooms comfortable and clean. Swinford is a great little town and The Gateway Hotel exceeds all expectations. Stay here with no hesitations.
Thanks again for everything James,

Daniel (and the crew)

Absolutley freezing - no heating on in any of the rooms or anywhere above the ground floor. When asked if heat could be turned on it was but it went off again very shortly thereafter and did not come back. This in the middle of the coldest December in this aprt of the world since records began!! My impression - trying to save money on heating.

We recently had a family function in the hotel and the weekend could not have gone better.
Everything from the rooms to the fab service on the night of the function made it a great weekend. The staff were excellent and James the owner could not have been more helpful in the run up to the event and also on the night to ensure everything went smoothly. The 3 course meal was excellent and I would definitely recommend this hotel for a function or party.

If you're like me you seek irish hotels that are located within the town center. Stash the car and it's off to the nearby pubs, the local bookmaker, and the many good eateries. Kelly's has a perfect location in this nice town. Rooms and rates are fine, the breakfast is as good as any, and the staff makes you feel at home. A great place to base yourself for touring Mayo, Connemara, and Sligo. Would not hesitate to return.