I had one of those a couple of months back ... I would recommend downloading Superantispyware (free) and Crapcleaner (also free) and using Avast (you guessed it, free!)
I've been wracking my brains and can't think of anything that would be on that weekend so I'm sure they would be only too happy to cut some kind of deal if they have the availability. Make sure though that you arrange for people to pay themselves when they arrive and don't give your own CC details ...
If people knew each other better another option would be one of those short term let apartments but it could be a bit like Big Brother if everyone was meeting for the first time ... "Could Anna please come into the Diary Room"!!!
The Imperial Anna. Stayed there years ago and it was grand and you couldn't be more central ... and it is very handy for getting chocolate milkshakes from Supermacs when you are drunk!!!
May as well seeing as I have the room paid for And so many lovely folk are going. Sure it'll be a laugh anyway. If I get drunk don't let me go near the Spanish Arch
There are always B & Bs too .... you could probably get one for €45 to €50. I didn't mind paying €119 for the convenience factor but I guess it is kind of pricey for one night ... but I am planning on having one VERY good night so it will be worth it!
RE: OCT 2- GALWAY GET-TOGETHER at Massimo's Pub
I had one of those a couple of months back ... I would recommend downloading Superantispyware (free) and Crapcleaner (also free) and using Avast (you guessed it, free!)