Skeffington Arms Hotel, Galway

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About the Hotel

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000
Great
8.7
9.0
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4.4
4.4
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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
Single Room
2 persons
15 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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
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Skeffington Arms Hotel Location

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000
Map view
Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000
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
GalwayIreland
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:
20

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
Guest reviews
based on 1484 reviews
8.7/10
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