Skeffington Arms Hotel, Galway ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000

Great

8.7

9.0

/10

4.4

“The hotel is perfectly situated just a stroll away from the vibrant pubs and the beautiful river, making it a fantastic base to experience Galway's lively atmosphere.”view full review

The Skeffington Arms Hotel, a 3-star Galway hotel with a rating of 8.7/10 on Booking.com, offers a vibrant atmosphere with 24 stylish rooms and the renowned Skeff Late Bar, a multi-floor venue featuring six bars and live music. Guests benefit from a prime location overlooking Eyre Square, surrounded by shops, restaurants, and nightlife options.

Rooms & Amenities

Accommodation at Skeffington Arms Hotel includes a variety of room types, including single, double, twin, and triple rooms. All rooms feature air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, in-room coffee machines, and en-suite bathrooms. Some rooms come with additional amenities like a safe and writing desk.

Dining & Nightlife

Dining options include The Skeff Kitchen, known for its high-quality, wholesome food, and the Skeff Late Bar which provides a vibrant nightlife scene with live music and sports screens. Guests can enjoy both casual and evening dining experiences crafted from locally sourced ingredients.

Leisure & Attractions

The hotel caters to leisure with easy access to vibrant attractions such as the Latin Quarter, Galway's medieval city walls, and local markets. Guests can also engage in nightlife activities at nearby venues, providing numerous opportunities for entertainment.

Services & Transportation

Business services include discounted parking available at Eyre Square Shopping Centre, which is open 24/7. The hotel is conveniently located just a five-minute walk from the Galway City train and bus stations, making transport easily accessible for guests.

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Skeffington Arms Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Twin Room

2 persons

205 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Single Room

2 persons

15 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room

2 persons

130 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Skeffington Arms Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Night club
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Skeffington Arms Hotel Location

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000

Map view

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000

City landmarks

Church

Galway Cathedral

2300 ft

Square

Spanish Arch

2400 ft

University

National University of Ireland

3900 ft

Museum

Galway City Museum

2300 ft

Landmark

Quay Street

2200 ft

Mall

Galway's Latin Quarter

2200 ft

Landmark

Galway Bay

2700 ft

Landmark

Salthill Promenade

1.4 mi

Landmark

Forthill Graveyard

2300 ft

Nearby

Park

Eyre Square

300 ft

Church

Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra

1500 ft

Castle

Lynch's Castle

900 ft

The Tower Wolfe Tone Bridge

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

2000 ft

Mall

Eyre Square Centre

200 ft

Art object

Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

400 ft

Museum

Nora Barnacle House

1100 ft

Eyre Square Shopping Centre

The Medieval City Walls

500 ft

36-40 Eyre Square

Quincentennial Fountain

300 ft

Eyre Square

The Browne Doorway

300 ft

Bridge

Salmon Weir Bridge

1900 ft

26 Shop Street

The Claddagh Ring Museum

1000 ft

12-13 Market St

Lynch Memorial Window

1000 ft

Kirwan's Lane off Quay St

Kirwan's Lane

1600 ft

Druid Lane

Hall of the Red Earl

1500 ft

Middle Street

1500 ft

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Riverside Walk

1300 ft

Church

St Augustine's Parish Galway

900 ft

Store

My Shop... Granny Likes It

900 ft

Saint Francis Abbey 8 Saint Francis Street

The Abbey

1100 ft

Galway's West End

1500 ft

Restaurants

Esquires Coffee

500 ft

11 Eyre Square

Zappi's

700 ft

18 Eglinton Street

Subway

1100 ft

Eyre Sq Shopping Centre Kiosk 2

The Charcoal Grill

800 ft

3 Prospect Hill Eyre square

Yummy Crepes

600 ft

St Nicholas's Market

Darcy's Bar and Kitchen

600 ft

2 Forster Street

Tuco's Taqueria

1000 ft

6 Abbeygate Street Upper

Espresso 44

800 ft

44 William Street Galway City

Papa Rich Street Food Kitchen

1200 ft

3 Dalys Place Woodquay

Getting around

City Centre

Galway2 min · 400 ft

Airports

Connemara Airport (NNR)48 min · 19.6 mi

Shannon Airport (SNN)127 min · 52.4 mi

Train

Galway Railway Station3 min · 700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:00

Check-out

from 08:00-12:00

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of EUR 14 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2010

Number of rooms:

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Skeffington Arms Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 822 verified reviews

8.8/10

Great

90%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.3/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Comfort

9.1/10

Facilities

8.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

9.1/10

Location

9.7/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.2/10

Staff

9.5/10

Value for money

8.4/10

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