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The Westwood,
Galway
Upper Newcastle, Galway H91 R7XN
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About The Westwood
Casita offers multiple choices for student housing in Galway; each option is carefully placed at walking distance of universities, unique hangout spots or parks. The Website provides numerous room types and buildings to match your requirements, budgets and preferences.
The Westwood building by Mezzino offers various en-suite rooms with different sizes and options. The building has many lovely areas and fun rooms, such as an outdoor area with a basketball court, a game area, a cinema room and a lounge. There’s an on-site SPAR with your favourite treats, a study area, an on-site laundry room and a gym.
Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the building, in addition to ethernet pugs inside the individual rooms. The communal kitchens come fully equipped with all of your necessities in addition to two fridge-freezers, a microwave, an oven, and a grill. The Building has an on-site staff and 24-hour security through CCTV. All rooms come with large bathrooms and storage spaces. Rent prices are fixed and have a fixed utility bill.
The historic City of Galway falls on the river banks of river Corrib and the Atlantic Ocean. The City has a history all over it with charming old buildings and monuments as well as unique small shops and vitrines. A walk through the City’s cobbled streets is an absolute treat as you are greeted by the City’s rich culture, history, shops and amazing people.
The City was built in the 12th century and was initially called “the city of tribes”. It was originally walled, and to this day, parts of those walls remain intact in the City. As proof of how the City has evolved as well as the mix of the old and the new, the Eyre square shopping centre hopping mall still contains part of the historic wall. Along with its monuments, nature is breathtaking, especially if you walk down River Corrib’s riverwalk.
The building is right next to amazing destinations. At just an 11-minute walk, you’ll find yourself in front of the River Corrib and by the historical Menlo castle on its bank. The historical Martin Tea-House Folly house is a 13-minute walk away. Ten minutes by car, you’ll find yourself in the gorgeous City of Salthill, a beach town. For all your daily needs, Aldi is a six-minute drive away, and the Galway City Museum and the famous coffee shop Mocha beans are at a 12-minute drive. Newcastle park is a 12-minute drive away.
*€16.50 per week utility fee is applicable.
*Due to COVID-19, if a student is unable to start college due to a government-imposed travel ban, any deposit and rent paid will be refunded
** If the college start date is delayed, licence agreement start dates will be delayed accordingly allowing check-in just before college starts with rent only being charged from this new agreed start date.
*** If any student needs to stay on a little longer than (15th of May / 29th of May), the tenancy will be extended with the same rate.
Highlights Nearby:
The National University of Ireland, Galway Sports Pavilion is 8 minutes away. The National University of Ireland’s main campus is 8 minutes away. The building is a two-minute walk from the Tudor Lawns and the Thomas Hynes Road bus stops.
Facilities & Services
NO Smoking
NO Pets
24/7 Security + CCTVChoose Your Room
Payment & Cancellation
Payment Terms
When is my rent due?
Rent is collected in instalments at different times of the year, depending on the property you are living in.
This structure is intended to help you avoid paying one large lump sum and to coincide with student loan payments.
You should review your licence agreement, which clearly details the rent due dates for your property.
Full details are available on request from your chosen property.
When are my first payments due?
To secure your booking, a deposit is payable at the time of signing the tenancy agreement.
What if I do not pay the Booking Deposit payment within 7 days?
If you do not pay the booking deposit within 7 days, we reserve the right to automatically release any room being held.
Please contact us as soon as possible to avoid the room being released to someone else.
Cancellation Policy
Can I cancel my booking after I’ve signed the agreement?
Yes. You can cancel within a 7-day cooling-off period after accepting your agreement, as long as:
Your tenancy hasn’t started yet, and
You haven’t moved into the accommodation.
If eligible, you’ll receive a full refund of rent and deposit, although a booking or admin fee may be retained where applicable.
What happens if I cancel after the 7-day cooling-off period but before moving in?
After the cooling-off period, you can still cancel, but only if a replacement tenant is found.
The replacement tenant must be approved by the landlord/operator
You may be charged a reasonable admin or re-marketing fee
Your liability ends once the new tenant’s contract begins
Can I cancel after my tenancy has started?
Yes, but you are still responsible for rent unless a replacement tenant is found.
You remain liable for rent until a replacement moves in
A £50 fee may be charged for room preparation
The landlord must approve the replacement tenant
Can I leave early if I am a student and something changes with my studies?
Yes, in certain cases you can end your tenancy early if:
You withdraw from or are refused entry to your university
You suspend your studies for more than 60 days due to illness (with confirmation)
You must:
Give at least 4 weeks’ written notice
Provide official proof from your university
Vacate the room on your agreed departure date
Pay a £50 room preparation fee
What if I don’t get into my university? (No Place, No Pay)
If you're a first-year student and you don’t get your university place, you can cancel before your tenancy starts.
You must provide:
Written cancellation notice
Proof (e.g. UCAS rejection or university confirmation)
If approved, you’ll get a full refund of rent and deposit.
What if my visa is refused? (No Visa, No Pay)
If you’re an international student and your visa is refused, you can cancel before your tenancy starts.
You must provide:
Written notice
Official visa refusal documents
If approved, you’ll receive a full refund of rent and deposit.
What if I need to leave because of personal circumstances?
In most cases, you’ll need a replacement tenant to take over your contract.
Until a replacement is approved and moves in, you remain responsible for rent.
What happens if the accommodation isn’t ready on my move-in date?
If your room is not available when your tenancy starts:
The landlord will try to offer alternative accommodation
If no suitable option is available, you may cancel and receive a full refund
What happens if a tenant passes away?
The tenancy ends immediately, and:
No further rent is charged after the date of death
Any prepaid rent will be refunded to the tenant’s estate
How long do refunds take?
Refunds are processed within a reasonable timeframe after cancellation is approved.
The above cancellation policy is a synopsis of the property’s cancellation policy. There could be a few changes incorporated from time to time. Hence, we recommend you review the full Accommodation Contract for a comprehensive understanding of their cancellation policies.
