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Skeffington Arms Hotel, Galway

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About the Hotel

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room
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2 persons
2 m² 
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2 Single beds
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Single Room
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1 person
1 m² 
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1 Single bed
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1 m² 
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Galway100 m
Airports
Connemara (NNR) 31.6 km
Shannon (SNN) 84.3 km
Train
Galway Railway Station200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • No parking
  • 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

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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Location

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000
Map view
Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000
Nearby
Park
Eyre Square
70 m
Church
Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra
430 m
Castle
Lynch's Castle
270 m
The Tower Wolfe Tone Bridge
The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum
590 m
Mall
Eyre Square Centre
60 m
Art object
Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde
120 m
Museum
Nora Barnacle House
320 m
Eyre Square Shopping Centre
The Medieval City Walls
130 m
36-40 Eyre Square
Quincentennial Fountain
80 m
Eyre Square
The Browne Doorway
70 m
Bridge
Salmon Weir Bridge
570 m
26 Shop Street
The Claddagh Ring Museum
300 m
12-13 Market St
Lynch Memorial Window
280 m
Kirwan's Lane off Quay St
Kirwan's Lane
470 m
Druid Lane
Hall of the Red Earl
430 m
Middle Street
450 m
GalwayIreland
Riverside Walk
380 m
Church
St Augustine's Parish Galway
270 m
Store
My Shop... Granny Likes It
250 m
Saint Francis Abbey 8 Saint Francis Street
The Abbey
310 m
Galway's West End
450 m
Restaurants
Esquires Coffee
130 m
11 Eyre Square
Zappi's
210 m
18 Eglinton Street
Subway
320 m
Eyre Sq Shopping Centre Kiosk 2
The Charcoal Grill
230 m
3 Prospect Hill Eyre square
Yummy Crepes
180 m
St Nicholas's Market
Darcy's Bar and Kitchen
180 m
2 Forster Street
Tuco's Taqueria
300 m
6 Abbeygate Street Upper
Espresso 44
240 m
44 William Street Galway City
Papa Rich Street Food Kitchen
340 m
3 Dalys Place Woodquay

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
82%
liked the hotel and would stay again
gorgeous rooms
delicious dining
small rooms
smell of cooking oil
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
8.0
Location
8.8
Service
8.7
Dining
7.8
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 6 reviews
8.7
8.7/10 based on 2124 reviews
Malcolm
United Kingdom, March  2024
9.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at the hotel! The rooms were gorgeously comfy and cozy, although a bit small, filled with the comforting aroma of cooking oil. The service was exceptional, with the staff going above and beyond to make our 50th wedding anniversary extra special. The location was perfect, especially for travelers arriving by train, right in the heart of Galway City. The dining experience, with delicious homemade preserves and freshly baked warm scones, was a true delight. Overall, a wonderful stay that exceeded my expectations!

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were gorgeous, comfy, and cozy, but a bit small.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly polite, friendly, and went over and above to make our stay special.
Location
10.0
The location was excellent in the heart of Galway City, perfect for train station access.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was delicious, with homemade preserves and warm scones.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities were top-notch, offering everything we needed.
gorgeous rooms
small rooms
Greg
United States, March  2024
8.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, right in the heart of the city, and great value for money. However, my room had a bit of a gloomy view from the window. It was one of the nicest hotels I've ever stayed in, bug-free and extremely comfortable, with a lovely bathroom and fantastic shower; I couldn't fault a single thing. The only downside was that my room overlooked the back alley where bar staff would drag empty beer barrels late into the night.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spotless and very comfortable. I couldn't have asked for a better stay.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly throughout my stay. I appreciated the little touches in the room like chocolates, a 'Sweet Dreams' card, a postcard, and even earplugs for sleeping.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was excellent, offering easy access to shopping, colleges, socializing, and great food. It was an ideal meeting spot and perfect for lone travelers. While it may have some shortcomings on a short stay, the central facing Eyre Square and proximity to the main shopping district and restaurants more than made up for it. I also found it convenient in terms of being close to all the main Galway sights and public transport options.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was fantastic. I enjoyed a buffet offering toast, fresh scones, banana bread, cereals, and juices. Everything was delicious, and the atmosphere was lovely with no complaints.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered various facilities, making my stay even more comfortable. From dry cleaning and housekeeping services to a welcome drink and assistance with tours and tickets, everything was well taken care of.
Great location
Gloomy view
Edgar
United States, January  2024
8.2/10

The hotel room was comfortable and clean, albeit a bit small for the price paid. The view from the window was obstructed by a nearby office, limiting natural light. The staff was exceptionally helpful and accommodating throughout our stay, going above and beyond to assist us. The location was perfect for exploring Galway, with everything we needed in the vicinity. Dining options were varied and delicious, enhancing our overall experience.

Rooms
7.0
The room was comfortable and clean but felt a bit small for the price.
Service
9.0
The staff were incredibly helpful and went above-and-beyond.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in Galway was ideal with easy access to amenities and a lovely pedestrian way.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delicious with a great selection of menu items.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered a cozy atmosphere with an open fire and friendly service.
Edwin
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were comfy and spacious, and surprisingly quiet despite being above the bar area. The overlook of Eyre Square from my room was simply stunning. The cleanliness and high-quality amenities in the room made my stay very pleasant. However, accessing the service closet near my room was a bit disturbing at times, but the friendly and helpful staff made up for it. The location is superb, near Eyre Square and within walking distance of all the main sights. The dining experience was good, though the pancakes could have been better. Overall, a great value for money hotel with a few minor downsides.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, comfy, and spacious with a great view of Eyre Square.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, though service closet access could be disturbing.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located near Eyre Square and all major attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, but the quality of pancakes could be improved.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers great facilities for a comfortable stay.
cleanliness
noisy at times
Ruth
United States, July  2023
8.4/10

The hotel rooms were lovely, with a nice touch of mint on the bed, clean, and high-spec despite some limitations in size and views. The location was excellent, especially for lone travelers, with easy access to shopping and social spots. The service was exceptional, with very nice and friendly staff providing helpful attentions. The dining experience was great with plenty to choose from.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and to a high spec, with a little touch of mint on the bed, but some were small and had limited views.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with very nice and friendly staff providing helpful attentions.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, making it a great base to explore the area with friendly staff and access to various spots.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was particularly good with plenty to choose from, hitting the spot with a great location.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were great with a focus on cleanliness and comfort, ideal for a pleasant stay.
Grant
United Kingdom, May  2023
7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of comfort and convenience. The rooms were comfortable but could use some updating, while the service was outstanding despite some minor cleanliness concerns. The location was excellent, close to transportation and dining options, and the dining experience was enjoyable with a few hiccups in pricing. Overall, a decent option for a stay.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfortable but could use some updating.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding, with exceptionally friendly staff.
Location
8.0
The location was excellent, close to transportation and dining options.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, but pricing could be a bit confusing.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate but might need some attention to cleanliness.
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