Kilrush or Galway?

[TiggerToo]

If one wanted to leave a boat for a season in a safe and well-serviced marina/harbour on the west coast of Ireland, which one would you choose?

Kilrush or Galway?

Or others?

Why?

 

[Dino]

Kilrush. Great marina with very helpful staff. Fully serviced boatyard, etc. Close to Shannon airport.
Galway is a great city and I always enjoy visiting it but I’m not very familiar with the marina or the facilities.
From a cruising point of view, there are limited destinations close to Galway with marina facilities but there are some fabulous spots when the weather is very good.
Kilrush is a day’s cruise to Dingle and fairly accessible to West Cork.

 

[Eyore]

Rossaveal,safe secure ,sheltered.Immediate access to fine cruising grounds,Galway Bay,Aran Islands,Roundstone,Clifden,Inishbofin,Killary and more.
Kilrush,safe and secure ,buton a strong tidal estuary with prevailing westerlies and 60 mile slog to go anywhere.

 

[Fosdyke Wash]

In 2018, Galway had no toilets or showers - 5 euro at the hotel across the harbour. Trucks tipped scrap metal on the quay next to the marina almost constantly from 8am to 6pm - keep your deck brush handy.
Good security, safe berth and friendly staff in the office. Great city.