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Imperial Hotel Galway, Galway

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About the Hotel

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland

Imperial Hotel Galway is a historic landmark located in the heart of Galway City, on Eyre Square. It features 83 spacious, air-conditioned guest rooms designed for both leisure and business travelers. This central location provides easy access to major city attractions, vibrant nightlife, and cultural experiences.

Location

Imperial Hotel Galway is ideally situated close to public transportation, just a 5-minute walk from both the bus and train stations. This central location allows guests easy access to the vibrant streets of Galway, historic sites, and the natural beauty of County Galway. Nearby attractions include the Galway City Museum and the lively Latin Quarter.

Rooms

The hotel offers a variety of 83 comfortable rooms, including Classic, Family, and Executive options to cater to different needs. Each room is furnished with modern amenities, including complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Guests can enjoy air-conditioned spaces with soothing decor that enhances relaxation.

Eat & Drink

Imperial Hotel Galway provides dining experiences that highlight local ingredients and specialties. The on-site 1810 Restaurant and Bar serve a range of options, from hearty breakfasts to casual all-day dining. For guests looking for an Italian dining experience, nearby Zappi's Restaurant offers an extensive menu alongside a curated wine selection.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features facilities aiming to cater to both leisure and business travelers. Guests can unwind in the comfortable bar area or engage in local activities such as golfing and water sports nearby. The convenient location also allows access to local tours and excursions for exploring Galway and the surrounding areas.

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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
Triple Room
Max:
3 persons
43 m² 
Bed options:
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
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Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
25 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
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Family Room
Max:
2 persons
43 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Galway400 ft
Airports
Connemara (NNR) 19.6 mi
Shannon (SNN) 52.4 mi
Train
Galway Railway Station1000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Currency exchange
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Heating
  • 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
Map view
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Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Nearby
Parks
Eyre Square
500 ft
Church
Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra
1300 ft
Galway City Centre
Quay Street
2000 ft
Castle
Lynch's Castle
700 ft
The Tower Wolfe Tone Bridge
The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum
2000 ft
Mall
Galway's Latin Quarter
1400 ft
Art object
Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde
400 ft
Mall
Eyre Square Centre
500 ft
Museums
Nora Barnacle House
1000 ft
36-40 Eyre Square
Quincentennial Fountain
300 ft
Eyre Square
The Browne Doorway
300 ft
Eyre Square Shopping Centre
The Medieval City Walls
700 ft
Bridges
Salmon Weir Bridge
1700 ft
26 Shop Street
The Claddagh Ring Museum
1000 ft
12-13 Market St
Lynch Memorial Window
900 ft
Kirwan's Lane off Quay St
Kirwan's Lane
1600 ft
Druid Lane
Hall of the Red Earl
1500 ft
Middle Street
1400 ft
GalwayIreland
Riverside Walk
1000 ft
Store
My Shop... Granny Likes It
700 ft
Church
St Augustine's Parish Galway
1000 ft
Saint Francis Abbey 8 Saint Francis Street
The Abbey
800 ft
Galway's West End
1400 ft
Restaurants
Supermac's
100 ft
36 Eyre Square
Zappi's
500 ft
18 Eglinton Street
Hole in the Wall
700 ft
17 Eyre Street
Capital Turkish Kebab House
500 ft
Eglinton Court 3 Eglinton Street
Pomegranate Restaurant and cafe
700 ft
Eglinton street 3 Eglinton Street
Cafe Roscoe's
800 ft
5 Eglinton Street
Esquires Coffee
600 ft
11 Eyre Square
Debenhams Cafe
900 ft
Corrib Shopping Centre 1-4 Eyre Street
Finnegans
1000 ft
2 Market Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
76%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Location
Clean
Noise
Room Size
7.6/10
Very good
Rooms
7.3
Location
8.9
Service
7.9
Dining
7.1
Guest reviews
7.6/10
based on 24 reviews
8.0
8.0/10based on 5340 reviews
Michelle
United States of America, April  2024
7.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were lovely and spacious, but unfortunately quite dark with only 2 small windows. The ambiance was warm and cozy, but the rooms tended to be cold at times due to poor insulation. The location was superb, right at the top of Eyre Square, making it easy to access all main areas of the city. However, there were some noise issues from pigeons perched on the ledges outside the windows.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were lovely and spacious but quite dark with only 2 small windows. They were warm and cozy, but there were some issues with temperature control.
Service
9.0
The service was very friendly and helpful, a real credit to the business.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, right at the top of Eyre Square and very close to all main areas of the city.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
6.0
Darren
United Kingdom, April  2024
8.0/10

The hotel is centrally located in Galway city, making it easy to enjoy all the city has to offer. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, though they were a bit cold. The service was exceptional with friendly and helpful staff. The dining options were fair with fresh food choices. Overall, a solid choice for a stay in Galway.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were lovely and big, but it was rather cold.
Service
9.0
The staff went out of their way to be friendly and helpful, providing excellent service.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, right in the heart of Galway city.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was fair, with fresh options and helpful staff.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered basic facilities that met our needs adequately.
John
United Kingdom, April  2024
8.0/10

The hotel offers rooms with expansive views and everything you would need, although the bathroom is very outdated. The cleanliness is top-notch, but the weak wifi signal could be frustrating. The staff is very attentive and friendly, providing great service with extra care even after hours. The location is ideal for sightseeing, shopping, and dining, but there might be some noise concerns. The dining experience is good, although breakfast options might not be as extensive as expected. Overall, a comfortable stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms had everything you would need and were clean, but the bathroom is very outdated.
Service
9.0
The staff are very attentive and provide great service, going the extra mile to assist guests.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is excellent, close to major attractions and amenities, although it might be noisy at times.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience is good, but breakfast options could be more varied.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry services, along with a welcoming atmosphere.
Michael
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel on 26th July. The location was great, the room was comfortable for a one-night stay, although it felt a bit cramped. The service was a mixed bag - the girl who checked us in was rude, but overall, the staff were excellent and very accommodating. The location couldn't have been more ideal for us, being right next to Eyre Square and close to shops and bars. The dining experience was a hit and miss with a beautiful buffet breakfast but not the best views. Overall, a decent stay with some drawbacks.

Rooms
7.0
The room was comfortable for a one-night stay, though it felt a bit cramped.
Service
8.0
The service was a bit shaky with a rude check-in experience, but the rest of the staff were excellent and accommodating.
Location
9.0
The location suited us perfectly, next to Eyre Square with easy access to shops, bars, and the sea.
Dining
7.0
The buffet breakfast was beautiful and set us up for the day, but the views from the room weren't great.
Facilities
6.0
Gavin
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.8/10

The hotel room was not suitable for wheelchair users, making it challenging for my husband who has limited mobility. The room was spacious, quiet, and clean, but had strong food odors and was noisy due to its proximity to the stairs. However, the huge bed was a highlight despite some accessibility issues.

Rooms
7.0
The room was big, quiet, and clean, but had accessibility challenges for wheelchair users.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with friendly and helpful staff from reception to the breakfast room.
Location
8.0
The hotel is centrally located in Galway city, convenient for exploring on foot and near shops, bars, and restaurants.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, although breakfast options were limited. The surroundings were comfortable, but more variety is needed.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, and a welcome drink.
Hans
United States of America, February  2024
7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of pleasant and not-so-great experiences. On one hand, the rooms were spotless, especially the newly refurbished bathroom, but they were unfortunately small and stuffy which led to discomfort during the night. The service was a bit of a mixed bag with some staff being very polite and helpful, while others seemed hopeless. The location was fantastic, right next to Eyre Square and a few blocks from The Latin District, offering quick access to all the city center's main attractions. Despite some noise disturbances from other guests, the overall stay offered good value for money.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spotless, especially the newly refurbished bathroom, although they were small and stuffy, leading to discomfort during the night.
Service
6.0
The service was a bit mixed with some staff being very polite and helpful while others seemed hopeless.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, right next to Eyre Square and a few blocks from The Latin District, providing easy access to all the city center's main attractions.
Dining
8.0
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were decent overall, but noise disturbances from other guests were a downside.
Location
Noise
Nigel
United Kingdom, February  2024
8.4/10

My stay at the hotel was an overall pleasant experience. The staff were accommodating and helpful, ensuring a smooth check-in process and assisting with luggage storage. Our room had a great view of Eyre Square, although the noise from the fire escape door and smoking area affected my sleep on the first night. The location was ideal, close to the city center with easy access to shops and restaurants.

Rooms
8.0
The room was spacious with a great view over Eyre Square.
Service
9.0
The staff welcomed us warmly and provided professional and excellent service throughout our stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel is right in the city center, making it convenient to explore and dine in the area.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was excellent, with a nice variety of food and good coffee available.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers nice breakfast options and a restaurant part with abundant choices.
Vernon
United States of America, January  2024
8.8/10

My stay at the hotel was overall fantastic! The rooms were brilliant and spacious, perfect for my family with small children. The bed was super comfy, and the view of the square and Christmas Market was just lovely. However, there was a slightly wonky toilet that required lots of flushing, and the wifi reception was quite poor.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, comfy, and toasty warm with a great view.
Service
8.0
The service was beyond accommodating, especially when settling us into a city we've never been to before. From checking room availability to offering to store bags, they were super helpful.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, right in Eyre Square and within walking distance to everything. Ideal for those traveling by train to Galway.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was rich and well assorted with a good variety of foods.
Facilities
9.0
The amenities were plentiful and convenient, enhancing my stay.
Great location
Poor wifi reception
James
United States of America, January  2024
8.6/10

The hotel's location is perfect, situated right in the center of the town, making it ideal to explore Galway and close to the main hub. The rooms were very spacious, featuring a double bed and 2 singles, though a bit noisy due to revellers in the evening and street cleaners in the morning. The service was welcoming and accommodating, with staff going the extra mile to address any issues promptly. The dining experience offered good choices, though there were some quality and price concerns. Overall, the facilities were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, with onsite parking available.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were huge and of a very high standard, but a bit noisy with a small window.
Service
9.0
The service was very kind and accommodating, even moving me to another room upon request.
Location
10.0
Just on Eyre Square within walking distance of the Latin Quarter, the hotel's location is incredibly convenient.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was excellent overall, with a good selection but concerns about food quality and price.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel facilities were clean and comfortable, with onsite parking being a valuable feature.
Jimmy
United Kingdom, January  2024
8.4/10

The hotel is right in the heart of Galway, making it easy to explore the city, but some areas like the corridors may not be ideal for those with mobility issues. The rooms are spacious and tidy, but they give off an old vibe. The service is friendly and helpful, adding to a pleasant stay. The location is unbeatable, putting you within steps of everything you want to enjoy in Galway. The dining options, especially the full Irish breakfast, offer great value for money.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and neat but felt old.
Service
9.0
The service was incredibly helpful and friendly.
Location
10.0
The location is perfect, right in the main square of Galway.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good, especially the full Irish breakfast.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were convenient and added value to the stay.
great location
old rooms
Owen
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.6/10

The hotel's rooms were gorgeous, quiet, and very central, albeit with a slight smell of smoke. They were spotless, making it easy to overlook these minor vanity issues. The service was pleasant and helpful, although some improvements in discretion could be made. The location was great, being central and within walking distance of shops. The dining experience was satisfactory, with a decent Continental selection. As for the facilities, they were well worth it.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were gorgeous, quiet, and very central. Although there was a smell of smoke, they were spotless.
Service
7.0
The service was very pleasant and attentive, but could benefit from being more discreet at times.
Location
9.0
The location was great, offering easy access to shops and being central to everything.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was ok, with a selection of Continental options that were consistently replenished.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well worth it.
Frank
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room offered a lovely view of Eyre Square, but it was freezing cold and noisy from midnight to 2 AM, making it hard to sleep. The location was spot on for exploring the city, but some improvements could be made in terms of room condition and noise levels.

Rooms
6.0
The room had a brilliant view of Eyre Square and was lovely, but it was freezing cold and noisy from midnight to 2 AM, disturbing my sleep.
Service
7.0
The hotel staff were a mix of inexperienced and helpful individuals, but they were welcoming during check-in.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was perfect for visiting the city, right on Eyre Square and a few minutes walk from the Latin Quarter with plenty of restaurant choices.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was more than enough with a wide variety of items, but it was available downstairs for an extra price.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offered enough facilities, but improvements were needed in room comfort and noise insulation.
Rob
United Kingdom, November  2023
7.4/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with unexpected full amenities at a great price, although some noise disturbance was present. The service was mostly attentive but had some lapses. The central location is convenient for exploring Galway but challenging for drivers. The dining experience was enjoyable with plenty of choices, though additional costs could be high. Overall, a decent option with room for improvement in certain areas.

Rooms
8.0
The room was really big and fully equipped, exceeding expectations for the price.
Service
7.0
The service was great, with attentive and pleasant staff, though there were occasional lapses in attention.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was excellent, close to transportation and city attractions, perfect for discovering Galway but not ideal for drivers due to noise and traffic.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were lovely with plenty of choices, although additional costs in the hotel restaurant could be pricey.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, but could benefit from a little upgrade, especially in the noisy rooms.
Jane
United States of America, November  2023
6.6/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was amazing, perfect for shopping and going to the theatre, which was the reason for my visit to Eyre Square. The room was spacious and comfy, exceeding my expectations, but the smell was quite bad, and the heating didn't work properly. The service had its highs and lows too, with some staff members being v v friendly while others were quite rude in the bar. The dining experience was a mix of affordable delicious pancakes and disappointing lumpy mash.

Rooms
6.0
The room was spacious and comfy despite being a bit outdated and shabby. However, there was a bad smell which required an air freshener.
Service
5.0
The service was a mixed bag. Some staff members were v v friendly while others were quite rude, like taking the garnish off my plate with their hands. They could learn to be more discreet in their interactions.
Location
8.0
The location was amazing, just across from Eyre Square, making it very convenient for exploring the area.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had its highs and lows. The hotel offered delicious tapas at a good price, but there were disappointing luke-warm dishes that let down the experience.
Facilities
7.0
Paul
United Kingdom, September  2023
7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room was spacious and cozy, ideal for families, with a lovely view of the square and Christmas Market. However, there was an issue with the radiator that was never resolved despite multiple requests. The service at the reception was friendly and efficient, but I found the lack of included breakfast a bit disappointing considering the price. The location was perfect for exploring the city, although noise at night made it hard to sleep well. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with tasty turkey and ham but cold vegetables. Overall, the hotel offers a convenient location and decent service but could improve in certain areas.

Rooms
7.0
The room was spacious, with a very comfy bed and a great view.
Service
8.0
The reception service was friendly and efficient.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is perfect for exploring the city.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its highs and lows.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities for a comfortable stay.
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