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Galway Mattress Store Guide 2026

Best Mattress Stores in Galway

Want to try before you buy? Here's our guide to the best mattress shops in Galway where you can test mattresses in person — from Irish-made specialists to premium brand showrooms.

We've visited each store, tested their mattresses, and compiled everything you need to know: addresses, opening hours, price ranges, and what each shop does best.

9 stores reviewedAll Galway areas covered€129 - €3,500+ range

Our Top 9 Galway Mattress Stores

Each store has been visited and evaluated. We list the pros, cons, and who each store is best suited for.

01Best Premium Brands

Dreams Galway

4.4(180)

Ireland's leading bed retailer brought their award-winning store format to Galway in July 2023. The Tuam Road showroom features Sleepmatch® technology and stocks premium brands including Tempur, Sealy, and Kaymed.

Why We Like It

  • Opened July 2023 — Galway's newest dedicated bed store
  • Sleepmatch® quiz finds mattresses suited to your body
  • Try gel, latex, memory foam and sprung mattresses
  • Part of Tempur Sealy International (Somnigroup)

Best For

  • Brand-conscious buyers
  • Those wanting variety
  • Couples needing different feels

Not Ideal For

  • Tight budgets under €300
  • Those wanting local Irish brands

Store Details

Tuam Road
Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
€299 - €3,500+
Free delivery across Connacht
40 nights trial
091 865 720
02Best Irish-Made Value

G Furniture and Carpets

4.5(320)

Family-run showroom on Tuam Road specialising in Irish-made mattresses at honest prices. Declan Gannon's two-storey showroom stocks King Koil, Odearest, Briody, and Sealy — all made in Ireland with immediate delivery available.

Why We Like It

  • Irish-made double mattresses from just €129
  • Free delivery and assembly with all furniture
  • Well laid out two-storey showroom
  • Ample free parking at Northpoint

Best For

  • Budget-conscious buyers
  • Those wanting Irish-made
  • Immediate delivery needs

Not Ideal For

  • Premium luxury seekers
  • International brand hunters

Store Details

Tuam Road
Mon-Sat 9:30am-6pm
€129 - €999
Free delivery and assembly
Comfort guarantee trial
091 753 239
03Best Modern Selection

EZ Living Furniture Galway

4.3(480)

Ireland's largest Irish-owned furniture retailer with a spacious Terryland showroom. Their AR app lets you visualise beds in your home before buying, with 100-night trials on select mattresses.

Why We Like It

  • AR app to visualise furniture in your home
  • 100-night sleep trial on select mattresses
  • Ireland's largest Irish-owned furniture store
  • 10-year warranty included

Best For

  • Tech-savvy shoppers
  • Those furnishing entire bedrooms
  • Design-conscious buyers

Not Ideal For

  • Those wanting quick transactions
  • Budget under €200

Store Details

Terryland
Mon-Thu 9:30am-6pm
€189 - €3,099
Free delivery over €500
100 nights trial
0818 222 272
04Best One-Stop Shop

Harvey Norman Galway

4.1(650)

Major retailer at Gateway Retail Park in Knocknacarra with dedicated mattress and bedding sections. Great for comparing multiple brands in one visit with knowledgeable staff and finance options available.

Why We Like It

  • Wide range of Irish and international brands
  • Stocks Odearest mattresses (Irish-made)
  • In-store financing options available
  • Click & collect or home delivery

Best For

  • Those wanting finance options
  • Brand comparison shoppers
  • Furniture & tech combined trips

Not Ideal For

  • Specialist mattress advice
  • Custom sizes

Store Details

Knocknacarra
Mon-Wed 9:30am-6pm
€199 - €2,500+
Delivery available, click & collect free
091 332 000
05Best Traditional Selection

Liosban Furniture Store

4.2(210)

Long-established Galway bedroom furniture specialist on Tuam Road. Stocks all the major Irish mattress brands including King Koil, Respa, Aurora, Silentnight, and Slumber Night across a huge range of bed styles.

Why We Like It

  • Every bed style: divan, sleigh, metal, brass, wooden
  • King Koil, Respa, Aurora, Silentnight all in stock
  • Wide headboard selection
  • Long-established Galway business

Best For

  • Those wanting specific bed styles
  • Traditional furniture seekers
  • Irish brand buyers

Not Ideal For

  • Premium luxury mattresses
  • Modern minimalist designs

Store Details

Liosban
Mon-Sat 9:30am-5:30pm
€149 - €1,200
Local Galway delivery
091 771 517
06Best Local Chain

N17 Superstores Galway

4(180)

Galway-based electrical and furniture chain with a dedicated bed factory section. Their newest North Point location opened in February 2024, offering mattresses alongside appliances and furniture with nationwide delivery.

Why We Like It

  • Newest North Point location opened February 2024
  • Combined electrical and furniture shopping
  • Click & collect service available
  • Nationwide delivery across Ireland

Best For

  • One-stop appliance & furniture shopping
  • Click & collect convenience
  • Supporting local

Not Ideal For

  • Premium mattress brands
  • Extensive mattress-only selection

Store Details

North Point
Mon-Fri 9:30am-6pm
€149 - €899
Nationwide delivery available
093 51600
07Best Oranmore Location

The Furniture Emporium

4.3(290)

Convenient showroom just off the M6 at Oranmore, perfect for shoppers from East Galway or commuters. Offers nationwide delivery, assembly, and old furniture removal services.

Why We Like It

  • Minutes from M6 exit 19 — easy access
  • Nationwide delivery available
  • Assembly and old furniture removal services
  • Bed and mattress sets available

Best For

  • East Galway shoppers
  • Those wanting assembly service
  • M6 commuters

Not Ideal For

  • City centre shoppers
  • Immediate same-day collection

Store Details

Oranmore
Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
€199 - €1,499
Nationwide delivery, assembly available
091 788 076
08Best for Beds & Sofas

DFS Galway

4(320)

The UK sofa giant's Wellpark store offers a growing bed and mattress range alongside their famous sofas. Good option if you're furnishing a living room and bedroom together.

Why We Like It

  • Combined sofa and bed shopping
  • Interest-free credit options available
  • 4-year protection plans
  • Over 45 years furniture expertise

Best For

  • Those furnishing multiple rooms
  • Sofa & bed combined purchase
  • Finance seekers

Not Ideal For

  • Mattress-only specialists
  • Irish-made preferences

Store Details

Wellpark
Mon-Fri 10am-7pm
€299 - €1,599
Home delivery available
091 741 641
09Best Briarhill Location

J&D Furniture Galway

4.1(150)

Quality furniture retailer at Briarhill Business Park serving Galway since 2012. Offers beds, mattresses, and bedroom furniture with a focus on quality construction and competitive pricing.

Why We Like It

  • Serving Galway since 2012
  • Designed and manufactured to high standards
  • Complete bedroom furniture sets
  • Also have branches in Dublin and Cork

Best For

  • Complete bedroom sets
  • Quality-focused buyers
  • Briarhill area shoppers

Not Ideal For

  • Premium brand hunters
  • Extensive mattress-only selection

Store Details

Briarhill
Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
€199 - €1,299
Local delivery available
091 397 924
Galway Advantage

Why Shop for a Mattress in Galway?

Galway offers a unique mix of Irish-made mattress specialists and premium brand showrooms.

Irish-Made Focus

G Furniture and Liosban stock Irish-made mattresses from King Koil, Briody, and Respa — supporting local manufacturers while getting quality craftsmanship that suits the Irish climate.

Better Value Than Dublin

Lower overheads mean competitive pricing. G Furniture offers Irish-made doubles from €129 — prices you'd struggle to find in Dublin's higher-rent retail parks.

Connacht Delivery Hub

Most Galway stores deliver across Connacht — Clare, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo — often with faster times than Dublin-based retailers shipping west.

Tuam Road Corridor

Dreams, G Furniture, Liosban, and N17 Superstores are all on or near Tuam Road — you can compare four stores in one shopping trip with free parking at each.

Personal Service

Galway's family-run stores like G Furniture offer the kind of personalised advice that's harder to find in big-box retailers. Staff often have decades of experience.

New Store Arrivals

Dreams opened their Galway store in July 2023, and N17 Superstores expanded to North Point in February 2024 — more competition means better deals for shoppers.

Your Galway Mattress Shopping Strategy

Make the most of Galway's compact shopping districts with this local guide.

1

Start with the Tuam Road circuit

Four of Galway's best mattress stores are within a 10-minute drive of each other on Tuam Road. Start at Dreams (newest store, premium brands), then G Furniture (Irish-made value), Liosban (traditional selection), and N17 Superstores. Free parking at all locations.

2

Know your Irish mattress brands

Galway stores excel at Irish-made mattresses. King Koil (made in Bray), Respa (made in Dublin), and Briody (made in Cavan) are all available locally. These brands are built for Irish conditions — slightly firmer to combat our damp climate.

3

Ask about Connacht delivery routes

If you're in Mayo, Clare, Roscommon, or Sligo, Galway stores deliver faster than Dublin-based retailers. Many run weekly delivery routes — ask when the next run to your area is. G Furniture often does same-week delivery across Connacht.

4

Avoid Galway Races week

Avoid shopping during Galway Races week (late July/early August). Traffic is a nightmare, stores are busy with visitors, and staff are stretched. The week before or after offers quieter shopping with the same stock.

5

Consider the M6 corridor stores

If you're coming from Athlone, Ballinasloe, or East Galway, The Furniture Emporium in Oranmore is right off exit 19. Saves you driving into Galway city centre and fighting for parking.

6

Check Harvey Norman's Odearest range

Harvey Norman in Knocknacarra stocks Odearest mattresses (Irish-made in Dublin). It's often quieter than the Tuam Road stores and offers finance options if you're looking to spread the cost.

What to Ask in Galway Mattress Stores

Use this checklist when visiting stores on your mattress shopping trip.

Mattress Quality Checks

  • "What's the spring count?" — 1000+ pocket springs is good for doubles
  • "Is this made in Ireland?" — Irish factories use materials suited to our climate
  • "What comfort layers are inside?" — Memory foam, latex, or natural fibres
  • "Can I see the warranty card?" — Check what's covered before buying

Delivery & Service

  • "When's the next delivery to [your area]?" — Stores have set Connacht routes
  • "Is assembly included?" — Some stores include setup, others charge extra
  • "Can you take my old mattress?" — Most offer this for €30-50
  • "Do you deliver to apartments?" — Galway has many older buildings with narrow stairs

Price & Value

  • "Is there a sale on?" — Bank holidays and January bring genuine discounts
  • "Do you have any ex-display models?" — Floor models can be 30-50% off
  • "Is delivery included in the price?" — Some include it, others add €50-70
  • "What's included?" — Free pillows or protectors add value

Returns & Trials

  • "What's your trial period?" — EZ Living: 100 nights, Dreams: 40 nights
  • "Is it a comfort guarantee or defect-only?" — Big difference
  • "If I return it, who collects?" — Some stores charge for collection
  • "Can I exchange for different firmness?" — More flexible than full return
West of Ireland Considerations

Mattress Tips for the Atlantic Coast Climate

Living on the Atlantic coast affects your mattress choice more than you might think.

Why Climate Matters

  • 1
    Higher humidity

    Galway averages 80-85% humidity — mattresses need good ventilation to prevent moisture buildup

  • 2
    Damp-prone homes

    Older Galway houses and coastal properties can have condensation issues affecting mattress longevity

  • 3
    Temperature fluctuations

    Atlantic weather means quick changes — memory foam can feel harder in cold rooms

  • 4
    Allergy considerations

    Higher moisture levels can increase dust mite activity — hypoallergenic materials help

Recommended for Galway Homes

  • Pocket spring mattresses

    Better airflow than all-foam options — springs create natural ventilation channels

  • Irish-made mattresses

    Manufacturers like King Koil and Respa design specifically for Irish conditions

  • Natural fibre fillings

    Wool and cotton regulate moisture better than synthetic materials

  • Mattress protectors

    Essential — waterproof but breathable options protect against humidity

Mattress Care in Galway Homes

Use a slatted bed base (not solid) for airflow underneath. Air your bedroom daily — even 10 minutes with the window open helps. Rotate your mattress every 3 months, not just every 6. In older or coastal homes, consider a dehumidifier in the bedroom during winter to protect your investment.

Galway Mattress Shopping by Area

Where to shop based on your location in Galway.

Tuam Road / East Galway

The mattress shopping heartland of Galway. Four stores within minutes of each other.

  • Dreams — Premium brands, Sleepmatch® tech
  • G Furniture — Irish-made from €129
  • Liosban — Traditional bed specialist
  • N17 Superstores — Local chain, good value

Headford Road / Terryland

Modern retail park shopping with Ireland's largest Irish-owned furniture store.

  • EZ Living — AR app, 100-night trials

Best for: Design-conscious buyers, complete bedroom furnishing

Knocknacarra / Salthill

West Galway's one-stop electronics and furniture destination.

  • Harvey Norman — Finance options, Odearest stockist

Best for: Combined tech & furniture shopping, finance plans

Oranmore / M6 Corridor

Convenient for commuters and East Galway shoppers.

  • Furniture Emporium — M6 exit 19, assembly service

Best for: Easy motorway access, full service delivery

Wellpark / Old Dublin Road

Combining sofa and bed shopping in one trip.

  • DFS — Sofas & beds, interest-free credit

Best for: Furnishing multiple rooms, finance options

Briarhill / Ballybrit

Quality bedroom furniture with competitive pricing.

  • J&D Furniture — Complete bedroom sets

Best for: Bedroom furniture packages, east side shoppers

Galway-Specific Shopping Tips

Local knowledge to make your mattress shopping smoother in the West.

Best Times to Visit

  • Weekday mornings — quietest for personal attention
  • Avoid Galway Races week — everything's busier in late July
  • Saturdays get busy — arrive before 11am for best service

Best Times to Buy

  • January sales — genuine discounts across all stores
  • Bank holiday weekends — promotional pricing
  • End of month — staff may need to hit targets

Parking Tips

  • Tuam Road stores — all have free parking
  • Gateway Retail Park — 1,000+ free spaces at Harvey Norman
  • Terryland — free parking at EZ Living

Connacht Delivery Notes

  • Galway city — most stores offer next-day or same-week
  • Mayo, Clare, Roscommon — weekly delivery runs from most stores
  • Islands & remote areas — check delivery availability upfront

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about mattress shopping in Galway. Click any question to expand.

Still Have Questions?

Check our detailed buying guide or contact us directly. We're always happy to help Galway shoppers find the right mattress store.

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