The Hardiman
$274
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for The Hardiman
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$274
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Hardiman average $216 in January, the cheapest month, and $361 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $216 |
| February | $217 |
| March | $262 |
| April | $331 |
| May | $327 |
| June | $341 |
| July | $361 |
| August | $358 |
| September | $343 |
| October | $274 |
| November | $222 |
| December | $282 |
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Cheapest: January (~$216)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and supervised childcare. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and supervised childcare. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Galway? This hotel has 11 square feet (1 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 97 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
Location
With a stay at The Hardiman, you'll be centrally located in Galway, steps from Eyre Square and within a 10-minute walk of Galway Harbour. This luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Galway Bay and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Galway City Museum.
What's nearby
Eyre Square(0.1 miles)
The Fountain(0.1 miles)
Padraic O'Conaire Statue(0.2 miles)
Shop Street(0.2 miles)
Lynch's Castle(0.2 miles)
Bold Art Gallery(0.3 miles)
St. Augustine's Church(0.3 miles)
St. Francis Abbey(0.3 miles)
St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church(0.3 miles)
Galway Harbour(0.3 miles)
Hall of the Red Earl(0.4 miles)
Quay Street(0.4 miles)
Nora Barnacle House(0.4 miles)
Lough Atalia(0.4 miles)
Druid Theatre(0.4 miles)
The nearest major airport is Shannon Airport (SNN)(58.3 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Eyre Square (0.1 miles)
The Fountain (0.1 miles)
Padraic O'Conaire Statue (0.2 miles)
Shop Street (0.2 miles)
Lynch's Castle (0.2 miles)
Bold Art Gallery (0.3 miles)
Room options
4
Classic Double Room
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Junior Suite
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Deluxe Suite
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Deluxe Double Room
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Classic Twin Room
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
2
James Hardiman Suite ( (Four Poster Bed)
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Bathtub
4
Deluxe Twin Room
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of The Hardiman
8.3
Very good
Based on 1,580 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
8%
Couple
52%
Family
16%
Group
19%
Solo
2%
What guests think
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The Hardiman is a historic, centrally located hotel on Eyre Square beside the train and bus stations, praised for its friendly staff and generally excellent breakfast, making it an easy, walkable base for exploring Galway's shops, pubs, and sights.
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What guests think
The Hardiman is a historic, centrally located hotel on Eyre Square beside the train and bus stations, praised for its friendly staff and generally excellent breakfast, making it an easy, walkable base for exploring Galway's shops, pubs, and sights.
Rooms are often spacious and comfortable with high ceilings, but decor can be dated, some bathrooms feel tight or old-fashioned, and heat or lack of air-conditioning can make certain rooms uncomfortably warm, with occasional street or service noise. While many guests find the hotel clean, recurring reports cite bathroom maintenance issues such as poor drainage, damp or mold, flooding from shower screens, and lingering odors. Facilities include lively bars and convenient discounted or valet parking, but there is no spa and the gym has been out of service. Expect a classic stay with character and a few trade-offs.
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Facilities
On-site bars and lounge areas are popular. Parking is off-site with discounted rates or valet available; note there is no spa and the gym has been out of service.
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James
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Hardiman is fantastic. I write negative reviews when really warranted and ditto for positive reviews. In the case of the Hardiman, I can’t rave enough about our stay. Great breakfast, clutch valet parking, clean, quiet room, and fantastic location. Classy, but super friendly staff. Not cheap, but reasonable, and great value. Stay here when you are in Galway!
The Hardiman is fantastic. I write negative reviews when really warranted and ditto for positive reviews. In the case of the Hardiman, I can’t rave enough about our stay. Great breakfast, clutch valet parking, clean, quiet room, and fantastic location. Classy, but super friendly staff. Not cheap, but reasonable, and great value. Stay here when you are in Galway!
10
Yoel
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a beautiful hotel with a good staff. MacNeill's pub is great. It's in the center of Eyre Square.
This is a beautiful hotel with a good staff. MacNeill's pub is great. It's in the center of Eyre Square.
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Alicia
Mar 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Hardiman is a lovely gem of a hotel in the heart of Galway. Very walkable. The decor, staff, pub, and breakfast were all phenomenal. Room & bathroom were large and comfortable. My only gripe with this hotel was the parking. We had a rental car and did not expect the challenges we faced with parking. The check-in/drop-off car pull-in area is very small - it only fits 3-4 cars/taxis and was full everytime we drove by. There is no signage outside the hotel directing you where to go for parking. The website did mention an off-site carpark that they offered discount parking at, so we routed there. I was surprised to see how far from the hotel it was but luckily, we didn't have much luggage. Other than the parking situation, I had a lovely experience with this hotel. Even the parking wasn't all that bad as the discount was generous and easy to use. It was just a little far and was not advertised well.
The Hardiman is a lovely gem of a hotel in the heart of Galway. Very walkable. The decor, staff, pub, and breakfast were all phenomenal. Room & bathroom were large and comfortable. My only gripe with this hotel was the parking. We had a rental car and did not expect the challenges we faced with parking. The check-in/drop-off car pull-in area is very small - it only fits 3-4 cars/taxis and was full everytime we drove by. There is no signage outside the hotel directing you where to go for parking. The website did mention an off-site carpark that they offered discount parking at, so we routed there. I was surprised to see how far from the hotel it was but luckily, we didn't have much luggage. Other than the parking situation, I had a lovely experience with this hotel. Even the parking wasn't all that bad as the discount was generous and easy to use. It was just a little far and was not advertised well.
10
Marie
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful staff. Valet is $20 euro, parking is nearby for a smaller rate. Everything is walkable in the town and near the hotel.
Wonderful staff. Valet is $20 euro, parking is nearby for a smaller rate. Everything is walkable in the town and near the hotel.
10
Cory
Nov 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What an incredible experience! The hotel is absolutely beautiful with clean and spacious rooms. The mattress was very comfortable for our liking and I would recommend to anyone traveling to Galway to stay here! Many bars/shops within a 5 minute walking distance. In our opinion the perfect place to stay! If there was one negative it would be the parking. The parking area is about 500 meters away (per the receptionist). When checking in just pull up in front of the hotel to get checked in. Then decide if you want to go to the hassle of finding the parking garage or just valet park. We had the valet park for us. Self parking is 11 euro a night and valet is 30 euro.
What an incredible experience! The hotel is absolutely beautiful with clean and spacious rooms. The mattress was very comfortable for our liking and I would recommend to anyone traveling to Galway to stay here! Many bars/shops within a 5 minute walking distance. In our opinion the perfect place to stay! If there was one negative it would be the parking. The parking area is about 500 meters away (per the receptionist). When checking in just pull up in front of the hotel to get checked in. Then decide if you want to go to the hassle of finding the parking garage or just valet park. We had the valet park for us. Self parking is 11 euro a night and valet is 30 euro.
10
Mohammad
Jan 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The Hardiman is excellent location wise as it sits right beside the Galway train station and beside Eyre Square. Staff and cleanliness are exceptional but there are two problems as well. As the hotel is older, there was no soundproofing between rooms. Second, the gym has been out of service for a few years.
The Hardiman is excellent location wise as it sits right beside the Galway train station and beside Eyre Square. Staff and cleanliness are exceptional but there are two problems as well. As the hotel is older, there was no soundproofing between rooms. Second, the gym has been out of service for a few years.
10
Candace
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hot breakfast buffet &/or complimentary menu choices. Beds were very comfortable. Central location on Eyre Square was so convenient to Shop Street & all the restaurants & pubs & made our trip completely walkable. Nearby parking was close to major shopping centre.
Excellent hot breakfast buffet &/or complimentary menu choices. Beds were very comfortable. Central location on Eyre Square was so convenient to Shop Street & all the restaurants & pubs & made our trip completely walkable. Nearby parking was close to major shopping centre.
10
steve
Mar 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is in the best location. There is no spa. It closed after COVID. Breakfast was great. I needed to upgrade my room to the best available when I got there my original room mid-tier was too small and outdated.
The hotel is in the best location. There is no spa. It closed after COVID. Breakfast was great. I needed to upgrade my room to the best available when I got there my original room mid-tier was too small and outdated.
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Samuel
Mar 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, parking is not particularly close and it is paid. The room layouts cause for quite a long walk with your luggage up various stairs and down long hallways to get to some of the rooms. Besides that, very pretty hotel, nice rooms, and unbeatable location for Galway.
Great location, parking is not particularly close and it is paid. The room layouts cause for quite a long walk with your luggage up various stairs and down long hallways to get to some of the rooms. Besides that, very pretty hotel, nice rooms, and unbeatable location for Galway.
10
Mark
Dec 3, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Perfect location city center at park. Good breakfast and 2 bars with food as well. Park had Christmas festival during our stay. Facility needed a little repair and internet was not useable. But we had 5g on ATT phones. Minor inconvenience for otherwise perfect stay.
Perfect location city center at park. Good breakfast and 2 bars with food as well. Park had Christmas festival during our stay. Facility needed a little repair and internet was not useable. But we had 5g on ATT phones. Minor inconvenience for otherwise perfect stay.
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Cleanliness
Many guests describe the hotel as clean, but recurring bathroom maintenance issues appear in reviews, including poor drainage, damp or mold, flooding, and odors.
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JEFFREY
Apr 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a lovely historical building right on Eyre Square. The staff are all very friendly and my room was comfortable. I had a nice view of the square on 3rd floor and the room was mostly very quiet. My only quibble, and this is common among hotels in Ireland, is the bathing option. It is a very deep tub with a half door of glass. This is not suitable for those with mobility issues and I'm in great physical shape and it was a pain for me. The shower is in the tub so the water floods the bathroom floor as a half door isn't adequate. This is a recipe for an accident. While a deep tub is luxurious for those who like baths, it's difficult to get in and out of. That said, the hotel is lovely and they offer a plethora of breakfast options which are mostly good. I don't recommend the scrambled eggs on the buffet. In addition, i was thrilled to see a smoothie among the selections, but unfortunately it was grainy and very sour. These are all fixable issues and i hope the hotel is listening.
This is a lovely historical building right on Eyre Square. The staff are all very friendly and my room was comfortable. I had a nice view of the square on 3rd floor and the room was mostly very quiet. My only quibble, and this is common among hotels in Ireland, is the bathing option. It is a very deep tub with a half door of glass. This is not suitable for those with mobility issues and I'm in great physical shape and it was a pain for me. The shower is in the tub so the water floods the bathroom floor as a half door isn't adequate. This is a recipe for an accident. While a deep tub is luxurious for those who like baths, it's difficult to get in and out of. That said, the hotel is lovely and they offer a plethora of breakfast options which are mostly good. I don't recommend the scrambled eggs on the buffet. In addition, i was thrilled to see a smoothie among the selections, but unfortunately it was grainy and very sour. These are all fixable issues and i hope the hotel is listening.
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DAVID
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice, old property. Room was nice but bathroom was terrible! No fan or ventilation. Wood was rotten around bath/shower from water and black mold evident. Need a major overhaul. Room 227
Nice, old property. Room was nice but bathroom was terrible! No fan or ventilation. Wood was rotten around bath/shower from water and black mold evident. Need a major overhaul. Room 227
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Wei Lyn Valerie
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We were really looking forward to our stay but were really disappointed. Firstly, it’s great location and staff are nice (tbh, it’s Ireland - everyone is lovely anywhere you go). But everything else was not good. From the reception confusion around our booking - they deactivated our room key mid stay and gave our room key to my family who were checking in - to a room which had poor ventilation, tiny toilets, no drainage in the bathroom, and not good breakfast. I’d probably say, find somewhere else to stay.
We were really looking forward to our stay but were really disappointed. Firstly, it’s great location and staff are nice (tbh, it’s Ireland - everyone is lovely anywhere you go). But everything else was not good. From the reception confusion around our booking - they deactivated our room key mid stay and gave our room key to my family who were checking in - to a room which had poor ventilation, tiny toilets, no drainage in the bathroom, and not good breakfast. I’d probably say, find somewhere else to stay.
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Megan
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel has a very old vibe to it but it’s still very clean and has had updates. It came with a breakfast buffet that was very good. The bed was comfortable but the pillows were hard and as flat as rocks. We did have an issue with the shower. The drain was plugged with hair that caused the shower to overflow into the carpet of the room. We ended up cleaning the hair out of the drain ourselves so it wouldn’t soak the carpet further. It then left a musty smell to the room. I explained the issue at check out and the receptionist just wrote down to clean out the drain on a piece of paper and didn’t offer us any kind of compensation for having to clean a wad of hair out of the drain ourselves. That was what was disappointing. For a hotel that looked like it could be five stars it easily became three in my book.
The hotel has a very old vibe to it but it’s still very clean and has had updates. It came with a breakfast buffet that was very good. The bed was comfortable but the pillows were hard and as flat as rocks. We did have an issue with the shower. The drain was plugged with hair that caused the shower to overflow into the carpet of the room. We ended up cleaning the hair out of the drain ourselves so it wouldn’t soak the carpet further. It then left a musty smell to the room. I explained the issue at check out and the receptionist just wrote down to clean out the drain on a piece of paper and didn’t offer us any kind of compensation for having to clean a wad of hair out of the drain ourselves. That was what was disappointing. For a hotel that looked like it could be five stars it easily became three in my book.
10
Darisabel
Feb 25, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, they have us a map and recommendations for Galway. The room was clean and comfortable. Great location and walking distance. good breakfast.
Friendly staff, they have us a map and recommendations for Galway. The room was clean and comfortable. Great location and walking distance. good breakfast.
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jill
Nov 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was very large however bathroom sinks did not drain and there was a sulphuric small coming from drains. There were no mirrors to blow dry or curl hair with accessible plugs. The hotel is conveniently located close to everything so great location to your the sights. Bed and pillows comfortable.
Room was very large however bathroom sinks did not drain and there was a sulphuric small coming from drains. There were no mirrors to blow dry or curl hair with accessible plugs. The hotel is conveniently located close to everything so great location to your the sights. Bed and pillows comfortable.
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Patrick
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
An awful stay. The glory days of the Hardiman are long gone. Room 410 has been ravaged by damp with walls and rhe ceiling visibly damaged. The toilet seat was loose and the room was like an oven with no aircon. Forget morning sleep-ins - the building site right outside the window will ensure you are wide awake long before 8am The Hardiman is vastly overpriced and poor value for money
An awful stay. The glory days of the Hardiman are long gone. Room 410 has been ravaged by damp with walls and rhe ceiling visibly damaged. The toilet seat was loose and the room was like an oven with no aircon. Forget morning sleep-ins - the building site right outside the window will ensure you are wide awake long before 8am The Hardiman is vastly overpriced and poor value for money
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Cori
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, friendly check-in. Standard Irish breakfast. Shower was tiny! No frigerator in room. Felt the 250 euro rate was too high. Location was perfect to shopping, bars and restaurants.
Clean room, friendly check-in. Standard Irish breakfast. Shower was tiny! No frigerator in room. Felt the 250 euro rate was too high. Location was perfect to shopping, bars and restaurants.
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Linda
May 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The bathroom had puddles of water around the sink after washing our hands, brushing our teeth etc. when I told the front desk they needed to fix it they said they’d have someone clean it up (which didn’t resolve the problem). I set my laundry outside the door at 7:45sm after the front desk told me it had to be outside the door by 8sm. I got a phone call from the desk saying they didn’t pick it up in time. (Okay, no problem). However, they didn’t know where the laundry was. I was confused -either you picked it up or you didn’t). After two phone calls and two visits to the front desk they were able to locate it in “the linen room”, and this was after they insisted it was returned to my room (even though they previously said they never picked it up). I think a 4 star rated hotel shouldn’t have these issues. On a positive note the beds were comfortable and the hotel decor is charming.
The bathroom had puddles of water around the sink after washing our hands, brushing our teeth etc. when I told the front desk they needed to fix it they said they’d have someone clean it up (which didn’t resolve the problem). I set my laundry outside the door at 7:45sm after the front desk told me it had to be outside the door by 8sm. I got a phone call from the desk saying they didn’t pick it up in time. (Okay, no problem). However, they didn’t know where the laundry was. I was confused -either you picked it up or you didn’t). After two phone calls and two visits to the front desk they were able to locate it in “the linen room”, and this was after they insisted it was returned to my room (even though they previously said they never picked it up). I think a 4 star rated hotel shouldn’t have these issues. On a positive note the beds were comfortable and the hotel decor is charming.
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Sara
Mar 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed for two day visit to Galway. The hotel was nice but dated. The staff were kind but overworked it seemed. Over clean place, just needs updating and some fresh paint.
Stayed for two day visit to Galway. The hotel was nice but dated. The staff were kind but overworked it seemed. Over clean place, just needs updating and some fresh paint.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable with high ceilings and very comfy beds, but decor can feel dated, some bathrooms are small, and heat or lack of AC can make certain rooms warm with occasional external noise.
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JEFFREY
Apr 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a lovely historical building right on Eyre Square. The staff are all very friendly and my room was comfortable. I had a nice view of the square on 3rd floor and the room was mostly very quiet. My only quibble, and this is common among hotels in Ireland, is the bathing option. It is a very deep tub with a half door of glass. This is not suitable for those with mobility issues and I'm in great physical shape and it was a pain for me. The shower is in the tub so the water floods the bathroom floor as a half door isn't adequate. This is a recipe for an accident. While a deep tub is luxurious for those who like baths, it's difficult to get in and out of. That said, the hotel is lovely and they offer a plethora of breakfast options which are mostly good. I don't recommend the scrambled eggs on the buffet. In addition, i was thrilled to see a smoothie among the selections, but unfortunately it was grainy and very sour. These are all fixable issues and i hope the hotel is listening.
This is a lovely historical building right on Eyre Square. The staff are all very friendly and my room was comfortable. I had a nice view of the square on 3rd floor and the room was mostly very quiet. My only quibble, and this is common among hotels in Ireland, is the bathing option. It is a very deep tub with a half door of glass. This is not suitable for those with mobility issues and I'm in great physical shape and it was a pain for me. The shower is in the tub so the water floods the bathroom floor as a half door isn't adequate. This is a recipe for an accident. While a deep tub is luxurious for those who like baths, it's difficult to get in and out of. That said, the hotel is lovely and they offer a plethora of breakfast options which are mostly good. I don't recommend the scrambled eggs on the buffet. In addition, i was thrilled to see a smoothie among the selections, but unfortunately it was grainy and very sour. These are all fixable issues and i hope the hotel is listening.
10
Colette
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic location right on Eyre Square. Well apportioned rooms with super comfy beds. Would definitely come back.
Fantastic location right on Eyre Square. Well apportioned rooms with super comfy beds. Would definitely come back.
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Louise
Jan 11, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Went for a one night stay, it was amazing. The hotel is fabulous staff are fabulous. it was a real 10 out of 10. The beds were super comfy, so were the pillows, the breakfast which was included in the room rate and made a super full menu, with plentiful breakfast items that wouldn’t disappoint every taste - I cannot find anything that wasn’t first class. We will stay there again for sure.
Went for a one night stay, it was amazing. The hotel is fabulous staff are fabulous. it was a real 10 out of 10. The beds were super comfy, so were the pillows, the breakfast which was included in the room rate and made a super full menu, with plentiful breakfast items that wouldn’t disappoint every taste - I cannot find anything that wasn’t first class. We will stay there again for sure.
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Timothy
Oct 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice stay. Very ornate. Good breakfast and friendly staff. Will note, didn't know it had no AC, so a tad warm, but still a nice stay!
Nice stay. Very ornate. Good breakfast and friendly staff. Will note, didn't know it had no AC, so a tad warm, but still a nice stay!
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Jeffrey
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It is the historic, central hotel in Galway. Right on the city green. Walkable to all Galway neighborhoods. The hotel offers discounted public parking nearby, a plus. The staff was professional and helpful with our questions about getting around. Our bedroom had the grand 19th century high ceilings.
It is the historic, central hotel in Galway. Right on the city green. Walkable to all Galway neighborhoods. The hotel offers discounted public parking nearby, a plus. The staff was professional and helpful with our questions about getting around. Our bedroom had the grand 19th century high ceilings.
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Fintan
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location .. lovely old hotel but needs some freshening up. Large comfortable rooms, beds and bathrooms but dated and dreary. Good service personnel but front desk personnel need some “hospitality” training. Very quiet and nice even with two weddings and a bachelorette party going on.
Great location .. lovely old hotel but needs some freshening up. Large comfortable rooms, beds and bathrooms but dated and dreary. Good service personnel but front desk personnel need some “hospitality” training. Very quiet and nice even with two weddings and a bachelorette party going on.
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Richard
Sep 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel, but one side of the hotel facing the service area is very noisy in the morning when they bring in the beer kegs and supplies.Make sure your room faces the front of the hotel otherwise you will not sleep past 8am.
Great hotel, but one side of the hotel facing the service area is very noisy in the morning when they bring in the beer kegs and supplies.Make sure your room faces the front of the hotel otherwise you will not sleep past 8am.
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Mohammad
Jan 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The Hardiman is excellent location wise as it sits right beside the Galway train station and beside Eyre Square. Staff and cleanliness are exceptional but there are two problems as well. As the hotel is older, there was no soundproofing between rooms. Second, the gym has been out of service for a few years.
The Hardiman is excellent location wise as it sits right beside the Galway train station and beside Eyre Square. Staff and cleanliness are exceptional but there are two problems as well. As the hotel is older, there was no soundproofing between rooms. Second, the gym has been out of service for a few years.
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Rene
May 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, very friendly staff and quiet comfy room.
Great location, very friendly staff and quiet comfy room.
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Steve
Apr 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Reception was not friendly at check in. Duvet old and torn. Room very hot. No thermostat. Had to open windows, therefore very noisy.
Reception was not friendly at check in. Duvet old and torn. Room very hot. No thermostat. Had to open windows, therefore very noisy.
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with smooth check-in and occasional upgrades. Some guests report front-desk lapses, delayed responses, or staffing strains.
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James
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Hardiman is fantastic. I write negative reviews when really warranted and ditto for positive reviews. In the case of the Hardiman, I can’t rave enough about our stay. Great breakfast, clutch valet parking, clean, quiet room, and fantastic location. Classy, but super friendly staff. Not cheap, but reasonable, and great value. Stay here when you are in Galway!
The Hardiman is fantastic. I write negative reviews when really warranted and ditto for positive reviews. In the case of the Hardiman, I can’t rave enough about our stay. Great breakfast, clutch valet parking, clean, quiet room, and fantastic location. Classy, but super friendly staff. Not cheap, but reasonable, and great value. Stay here when you are in Galway!
10
kevin
Jan 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The receptionist when we arrived was fantastic and so helpful. We also got a complimentary upgrade with Breakfast as well. Very happy and would stay again
The receptionist when we arrived was fantastic and so helpful. We also got a complimentary upgrade with Breakfast as well. Very happy and would stay again
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Adam
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was obvious that the hotel was having staffing issues. Great location and room was as advertised.
It was obvious that the hotel was having staffing issues. Great location and room was as advertised.
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Wei Lyn Valerie
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We were really looking forward to our stay but were really disappointed. Firstly, it’s great location and staff are nice (tbh, it’s Ireland - everyone is lovely anywhere you go). But everything else was not good. From the reception confusion around our booking - they deactivated our room key mid stay and gave our room key to my family who were checking in - to a room which had poor ventilation, tiny toilets, no drainage in the bathroom, and not good breakfast. I’d probably say, find somewhere else to stay.
We were really looking forward to our stay but were really disappointed. Firstly, it’s great location and staff are nice (tbh, it’s Ireland - everyone is lovely anywhere you go). But everything else was not good. From the reception confusion around our booking - they deactivated our room key mid stay and gave our room key to my family who were checking in - to a room which had poor ventilation, tiny toilets, no drainage in the bathroom, and not good breakfast. I’d probably say, find somewhere else to stay.
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Kelly
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The amazing thing about this hotel is the service-very attentive. Our room had an issue so I requested another. The front desk offered an amazing room for the trouble which was not expected at all. An amazing view, much bigger, and a really nice gesture.
The amazing thing about this hotel is the service-very attentive. Our room had an issue so I requested another. The front desk offered an amazing room for the trouble which was not expected at all. An amazing view, much bigger, and a really nice gesture.
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Fintan
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location .. lovely old hotel but needs some freshening up. Large comfortable rooms, beds and bathrooms but dated and dreary. Good service personnel but front desk personnel need some “hospitality” training. Very quiet and nice even with two weddings and a bachelorette party going on.
Great location .. lovely old hotel but needs some freshening up. Large comfortable rooms, beds and bathrooms but dated and dreary. Good service personnel but front desk personnel need some “hospitality” training. Very quiet and nice even with two weddings and a bachelorette party going on.
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John
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Meticulous hotel. Service could not have been better. Wonderful, outgoing staff. Organized to the maximum.
Meticulous hotel. Service could not have been better. Wonderful, outgoing staff. Organized to the maximum.
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Darisabel
Feb 25, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, they have us a map and recommendations for Galway. The room was clean and comfortable. Great location and walking distance. good breakfast.
Friendly staff, they have us a map and recommendations for Galway. The room was clean and comfortable. Great location and walking distance. good breakfast.
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Linda
May 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The bathroom had puddles of water around the sink after washing our hands, brushing our teeth etc. when I told the front desk they needed to fix it they said they’d have someone clean it up (which didn’t resolve the problem). I set my laundry outside the door at 7:45sm after the front desk told me it had to be outside the door by 8sm. I got a phone call from the desk saying they didn’t pick it up in time. (Okay, no problem). However, they didn’t know where the laundry was. I was confused -either you picked it up or you didn’t). After two phone calls and two visits to the front desk they were able to locate it in “the linen room”, and this was after they insisted it was returned to my room (even though they previously said they never picked it up). I think a 4 star rated hotel shouldn’t have these issues. On a positive note the beds were comfortable and the hotel decor is charming.
The bathroom had puddles of water around the sink after washing our hands, brushing our teeth etc. when I told the front desk they needed to fix it they said they’d have someone clean it up (which didn’t resolve the problem). I set my laundry outside the door at 7:45sm after the front desk told me it had to be outside the door by 8sm. I got a phone call from the desk saying they didn’t pick it up in time. (Okay, no problem). However, they didn’t know where the laundry was. I was confused -either you picked it up or you didn’t). After two phone calls and two visits to the front desk they were able to locate it in “the linen room”, and this was after they insisted it was returned to my room (even though they previously said they never picked it up). I think a 4 star rated hotel shouldn’t have these issues. On a positive note the beds were comfortable and the hotel decor is charming.
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Steve
Apr 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Reception was not friendly at check in. Duvet old and torn. Room very hot. No thermostat. Had to open windows, therefore very noisy.
Reception was not friendly at check in. Duvet old and torn. Room very hot. No thermostat. Had to open windows, therefore very noisy.
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Location
Outstanding central location on Eyre Square beside the train and bus stations, making the city highly walkable and convenient. A few rooms face street or service areas that can be noisy.
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Stephanie
Sep 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is very convenient yet quiet.
Location is very convenient yet quiet.
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James
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great area
Great area
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Yoel
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a beautiful hotel with a good staff. MacNeill's pub is great. It's in the center of Eyre Square.
This is a beautiful hotel with a good staff. MacNeill's pub is great. It's in the center of Eyre Square.
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Patrick
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful room in a beautiful property perfectly located within Galway - right next to the train and bus stations, but quiet enough that you never hear a thing! Also, the best vegan breakfast we had on the trip, and it's not advertised nearly enough. Highly recommended!
Beautiful room in a beautiful property perfectly located within Galway - right next to the train and bus stations, but quiet enough that you never hear a thing! Also, the best vegan breakfast we had on the trip, and it's not advertised nearly enough. Highly recommended!
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Eric
May 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Couldn't be anymore convenient. Literally right around the corner from the train/bus station and on Eyre Square. Short walk to good restaurants and pubs.
Couldn't be anymore convenient. Literally right around the corner from the train/bus station and on Eyre Square. Short walk to good restaurants and pubs.
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Richard
Sep 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel, but one side of the hotel facing the service area is very noisy in the morning when they bring in the beer kegs and supplies.Make sure your room faces the front of the hotel otherwise you will not sleep past 8am.
Great hotel, but one side of the hotel facing the service area is very noisy in the morning when they bring in the beer kegs and supplies.Make sure your room faces the front of the hotel otherwise you will not sleep past 8am.
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Candace
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hot breakfast buffet &/or complimentary menu choices. Beds were very comfortable. Central location on Eyre Square was so convenient to Shop Street & all the restaurants & pubs & made our trip completely walkable. Nearby parking was close to major shopping centre.
Excellent hot breakfast buffet &/or complimentary menu choices. Beds were very comfortable. Central location on Eyre Square was so convenient to Shop Street & all the restaurants & pubs & made our trip completely walkable. Nearby parking was close to major shopping centre.
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John
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Right next to the train station and close to “old” Galway.
Great location. Right next to the train station and close to “old” Galway.
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andrew
Feb 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location
Excellent location
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Mary
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Centrally located to walk to all shops and pubs. Nice rooms
Centrally located to walk to all shops and pubs. Nice rooms
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for quality and options, and the on-site pub or restaurant receives many positive notes. However, there are occasional complaints about wait times, limited variety, or disappointing dishes.
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Patrick
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful room in a beautiful property perfectly located within Galway - right next to the train and bus stations, but quiet enough that you never hear a thing! Also, the best vegan breakfast we had on the trip, and it's not advertised nearly enough. Highly recommended!
Beautiful room in a beautiful property perfectly located within Galway - right next to the train and bus stations, but quiet enough that you never hear a thing! Also, the best vegan breakfast we had on the trip, and it's not advertised nearly enough. Highly recommended!
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Louise
Jan 11, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Went for a one night stay, it was amazing. The hotel is fabulous staff are fabulous. it was a real 10 out of 10. The beds were super comfy, so were the pillows, the breakfast which was included in the room rate and made a super full menu, with plentiful breakfast items that wouldn’t disappoint every taste - I cannot find anything that wasn’t first class. We will stay there again for sure.
Went for a one night stay, it was amazing. The hotel is fabulous staff are fabulous. it was a real 10 out of 10. The beds were super comfy, so were the pillows, the breakfast which was included in the room rate and made a super full menu, with plentiful breakfast items that wouldn’t disappoint every taste - I cannot find anything that wasn’t first class. We will stay there again for sure.
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Denise
May 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay! Lovely property and room was very spacious and comfortable. The only negative would be the server never ordered my breakfast and I waited over 30 min for eggs Benedict that were frankly awful. Overcooked. But loved the hotel!
Great stay! Lovely property and room was very spacious and comfortable. The only negative would be the server never ordered my breakfast and I waited over 30 min for eggs Benedict that were frankly awful. Overcooked. But loved the hotel!
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Julie-Ann
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The breakfast was a disaster. Not enough staff to serve everyone and buffet was empty. Also the restaurant attached wasnot great. Very expensive for what you get.
The breakfast was a disaster. Not enough staff to serve everyone and buffet was empty. Also the restaurant attached wasnot great. Very expensive for what you get.
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Candace
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hot breakfast buffet &/or complimentary menu choices. Beds were very comfortable. Central location on Eyre Square was so convenient to Shop Street & all the restaurants & pubs & made our trip completely walkable. Nearby parking was close to major shopping centre.
Excellent hot breakfast buffet &/or complimentary menu choices. Beds were very comfortable. Central location on Eyre Square was so convenient to Shop Street & all the restaurants & pubs & made our trip completely walkable. Nearby parking was close to major shopping centre.
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Yasmine
Jan 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel’s location is perfect for seeing the heart of Galway and close to all transportation options. It’s just steps from the train station. The rooms are somewhat dated and could use an update — primarily the bathroom. The staff is very friendly and check in was quick. I appreciate their kindness in merging two separate reservations I’d made (for consecutive nights) and keeping us the same room while also upgrading our stay to include breakfast. The view from our room overlooking the park was beautiful. But what excelled was the restaurant. Breakfast was wonderful every morning. Great food options, all fresh, and the staff is working non-stop to make sure you have everything you need. I also had dinner one night at the restaurant and thought it was amazing. The dessert was one of the best I might have ever had. I would stay here again without hesitation for the location and the dining experience at the hotel.
The hotel’s location is perfect for seeing the heart of Galway and close to all transportation options. It’s just steps from the train station. The rooms are somewhat dated and could use an update — primarily the bathroom. The staff is very friendly and check in was quick. I appreciate their kindness in merging two separate reservations I’d made (for consecutive nights) and keeping us the same room while also upgrading our stay to include breakfast. The view from our room overlooking the park was beautiful. But what excelled was the restaurant. Breakfast was wonderful every morning. Great food options, all fresh, and the staff is working non-stop to make sure you have everything you need. I also had dinner one night at the restaurant and thought it was amazing. The dessert was one of the best I might have ever had. I would stay here again without hesitation for the location and the dining experience at the hotel.
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Don
Jan 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Terrible dinner in rest. Steak disgusting, pasta over cooked
Terrible dinner in rest. Steak disgusting, pasta over cooked
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Patrick
Dec 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very good breakfast and lovely staff
Very good breakfast and lovely staff
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Larry
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice Hotel. Staff was great and the Bar/ restaurant, Especially the manager Bryan, was great. Highly recommend this property.
Nice Hotel. Staff was great and the Bar/ restaurant, Especially the manager Bryan, was great. Highly recommend this property.
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John
Jun 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
An old hotel and a bit dated, but location is superb and staff are fantastic! We chose to do valet parking, which was well worth the money. Breakfast is included and is a great buffet…but you can also order items from a menu at no additional charge. For me, food was great, I slept really well,staff were awesome, and location is fantastic. All I could hope for!!!
An old hotel and a bit dated, but location is superb and staff are fantastic! We chose to do valet parking, which was well worth the money. Breakfast is included and is a great buffet…but you can also order items from a menu at no additional charge. For me, food was great, I slept really well,staff were awesome, and location is fantastic. All I could hope for!!!
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Wayne
Sep 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice service and outstanding breakfast!! Right in the heart of Galway
Very nice service and outstanding breakfast!! Right in the heart of Galway
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Darleen
Jul 8, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
This property would have easily obtained five stars however parking was a major problem. Because we were on a 24 night day we had lots of luggage and the only spots available for unloading luggage. We’re taking by buses so we had to park in the parking lot designated for the train, which was very full and put us a long way from the front desk other than that this place was awesome
This property would have easily obtained five stars however parking was a major problem. Because we were on a 24 night day we had lots of luggage and the only spots available for unloading luggage. We’re taking by buses so we had to park in the parking lot designated for the train, which was very full and put us a long way from the front desk other than that this place was awesome
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Steven
Jun 26, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent location in the middle of town. Easy walking distance to all day tours, shopping, and restaurants.
Excellent location in the middle of town. Easy walking distance to all day tours, shopping, and restaurants.
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Glenn
Jun 25, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was amazing and extremely pleasant. The shower was hard to work. Not having an individual control for temperature was difficult. Dinner and breakfast was excellent. The hotel was beautiful. Valet parking was very helpful.
Staff was amazing and extremely pleasant. The shower was hard to work. Not having an individual control for temperature was difficult. Dinner and breakfast was excellent. The hotel was beautiful. Valet parking was very helpful.
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Michael
Jun 6, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast and the location of the hotel were great.
Breakfast and the location of the hotel were great.
Property Policies
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FAQs about The Hardiman
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available nearby for a fee of EUR 11 per night, located approximately 1148 ft away. Limited parking is also available on-site.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 15.00 per person.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:30, and check-out is until 12:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge. Guests can arrange the transfer through the hotel.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas, rooms, and bathrooms. Elevators are available for easy access to different floors.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Galway, just steps from Eyre Square and within a 10-minute walk of Galway Harbour. It is 0.5 miles from Galway Bay and Galway City Museum.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property. There is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
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- 2026-11-02: 164.92948705914307USD
- 2026-11-03: 177.18415443026734USD
- 2026-11-04: 184.13014031385805USD
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- 2026-11-25: 230.39469956048586USD
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- 2026-12-16: 175.42828661242677USD
- 2026-12-17: 167.2848957124176USD
- 2026-12-18: 341.6655983595886USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 per person
- Nearby parking fee: EUR 11 per night (1148 ft away)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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