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9.2/10Excellent525 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/10 9.4
Service9.6/10 9.6
Comfort9.0/10 9.0
Condition9.0/10 9.0
Neighborhood9.6/10 9.6
Amenities9.0/10 9.0
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About Skeffington Armshotel
Located in the heart of Galway, the Skeffington Arms Hotel offers guests a vibrant stay just steps from Eyre Square. Enjoy on-site amenities such as a restaurant, six bars/lounges, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Bicycle rentals and discounted access to a nearby fitness facility are also available.
The hotel's 24 guestrooms feature flat-screen televisions, private bathrooms, and convenient amenities like safes and desks. A continental breakfast is served daily (fee applies). Nearby attractions include The Fountain, Padraic O'Conaire Statue, and Shop Street, all within a short walk. Shannon Airport (SNN) is approximately 58 miles away.
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With a stay at Skeffington ArmsHotel, you'll be centrally located in Galway, steps from Eyre Square and 7 minutes by foot from Quay Street. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Galway Bay and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from The Fountain.
Stay in one of 24 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
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Free WiFi
Parking available
Bar/Lounge
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
3:00 PM
Check-in until
anytime
Check-out until
12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
Beach nearby
Parking height restrictions apply
Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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 and cash
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 10 per person
- Nearby parking fee: EUR 10 per day (656 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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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
The Fountain
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Eyre Square
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Padraic O'Conaire Statue
0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Shop Street
0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Lynch's Castle
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
St. Francis Abbey
0.4 km / 0.3 mi
St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church
0.5 km / 0.3 mi
St. Augustine's Church
0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Bold Art Gallery
0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Nora Barnacle House
0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Druid Theatre
0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Town Hall Theatre
0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Quay Street
0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Hall of the Red Earl
0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Galway Harbour
0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 24
- hotel
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Laundry service
- Bicycle hire service
- Lift access
- Luggage room
- Clothes dryer
- Bar
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- Restaurant
- Nightclub
- Breakfast
- Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans
Meal plan types
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CB
Continental Breakfast
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Upon availability
Room types
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TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 5 m²TWN.ST
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 5 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- 2 × Single bed 80-130 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- TWIN
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room amenities
- Soundproof room
- Housekeeping
- Towel menu
- Toiletries
- Extra beds on demand
- Electric Kettle: 1
- Bathroom: 1
- Bathtub or Shower allocation on arrival: 1
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- Hairdryer
- Direct dial telephone
- TV
- Ironing set
- Safe
Facilities with extra charge
- Wi-fi
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TWIN STANDARD
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Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 5 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- 2 × Single bed 80-130 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- TWIN
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: TWN.ST
Room amenities
- Soundproof room
- Housekeeping
- Towel menu
- Toiletries
- Extra beds on demand
- Electric Kettle: 1
- Bathroom: 1
- Bathtub or Shower allocation on arrival: 1
- Hairdryer
- Direct dial telephone
- TV
- Ironing set
- Safe
Facilities with extra charge
- Wi-fi
Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.
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DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 5 m²DBL.ST-1
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 5 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 2–1 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Double bed 131-150 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room amenities
- Toiletries
- Safe
- Ironing set
- TV
- Direct dial telephone
- Hairdryer
- Soundproof room
- Housekeeping
Facilities with extra charge
- Wi-fi
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Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 5 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 2–1 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Double bed 131-150 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.ST-1
Room amenities
- Toiletries
- Safe
- Ironing set
- TV
- Direct dial telephone
- Hairdryer
- Soundproof room
- Housekeeping
Facilities with extra charge
- Wi-fi
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Skeffington Armshotel
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Paul
The staff were ver pleasant and helpful. Facilities were clean, funky and interesting. Location was perfect. Food was great. Overall the best place to stay in Galway!
Evelyn
Gorgeous hotel. Loved our room with a huge luxurious bathroom, and rain shower head.
The live music in the bar was really fun!
The live music in the bar was really fun!
Tanya
Great location, friendly and helpful staff.
andrea
fantastic location. very warm and helpful staff.
Ann
Excellent location. Staff very helpful. Great bar for sports viewing. Air conditioning was a huge plus and a rarity in Ireland!
Caroline
Large, clean, well maintained room with effective air conditioning. Ear plugs provided in case of noise from the bar below but the noise wasn’t too bad at all.
Breakfast was at additional cost but was very nice. Would definitely recommend staying at the Skeff.
Breakfast was at additional cost but was very nice. Would definitely recommend staying at the Skeff.
Paul
Great location right in the heart of things.
robert
Great bar. Great location. Helpful staff.
Leah
The restaurant attached to the hotel is gorgeous and delicious, but be aware that it is also a night club that goes until 2am. Luckily, the rooms come with earplugs.
Rebecca
Fantastic location in Eyre Square! We enjoyed sitting out the front of the pub with a Guinness and watching the world go by.
We had a twin room which was spacious and had great a/c. The room was really well thought out. E.g the shower taps are not under the shower head (you can turn it on without getting a wet arm!) and there is a clear sign to find the hair dryer!!
Friendly staff. Great pub with music downstairs.
(You can hear the music in the room as they above the pub, but we just drank enough to not hear it!!)
We had a twin room which was spacious and had great a/c. The room was really well thought out. E.g the shower taps are not under the shower head (you can turn it on without getting a wet arm!) and there is a clear sign to find the hair dryer!!
Friendly staff. Great pub with music downstairs.
(You can hear the music in the room as they above the pub, but we just drank enough to not hear it!!)
Robert
Great location at Eyer square, the only knock I have is parking is a real hassle and fairly far away but overall great
Aleksandra
Wonderfully staffed, centrally located, gem of a hotel with spacious rooms. Both train and bus stations are very close by. The staff is so friendly and helpful! We thoroughly enjoyed The Skeffington Arms! Highly recommend!
Declan
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Scott
We had a lovely spacious room. Very comfortable bed! The shower was fantastic. There was plenty of bathroom space to put your \"stuff\". Breakfast was good. Our only issue was that there was no airflow in the room. I understand no A/C, given the climate. But a fan would help to move the air.
Alana
The hotel is close to everything and parking is available which the hotel provides a great explanation of how to access. Despite it being a late night venue our room was very quiet and we enjoyed breakfast that was available - really good value. Would recommend’
Sundip
Nice place but expensive for what you get.
Andrew
Best location in Galway, but a little noisy as it is over a bar after all. But, if that’s your jam then this is the place!
Lauren
My second stay at Skeffington Arms. Conveniently located, clean and comfortable but most importantly an amazing staff!
Stephanie
Great location. A/c in the rooms was great!
Samuel
Staff was very friendly and the location is right in Eyre Square. Love the u2 quote on the ceiling
Laura
Nice hotel right in the city center with a great pub below
shann
So walkable and staff was super friendly. Really nice room!
Karen A
Excellent location. Have rooms that are quite quiet.
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Karen
Hotel is centrally located, but not too convenient if you’re coming in with a car. The parking lot is about three blocks away and if you’re traveling with luggage, it can be a bit inconvenient. Also, I found the rest of the hotel very loud.
Julie
Fantastic Staff, great location, good food served with big smiles
Randi
The property is in a great location….walking distance to everything. However, it’s definitely a bit run down. The carpeting and bathrooms need renovations. The beds were comfortable.
Myah
The Skeffington Arms Hotel was a perfect place for our stay in Galway. The hotel is centrally located making seeing the city easy. Offsite parking is close by and the city is very walkable. The hotel is well maintained and quaint. The bar/lounge next door has great food and music. Very happy with this location.
Rama
The partyng downstairs went on till 2:00 a.m. The property provided us with ear plugs but they were useless with the thumping sounds from the floor. Please don't stay here if you want a good night sleep.
Anne
This hotel is adorable and is in a perfect location, right in Eyre Square and right around the corner from Shop Street and all the things you want to do. It's also walking distance to the train station. BUT that being said, noise can be an issue. There is a great bar downstairs that has amazing musicians that play late into the evening. The front desk was SO kind and quickly moved us to a quieter room on the 2nd floor. Just keep in mind that if you're not a night owl, ask for a room on the 2nd floor. The hotel itself is so comfortable, spacious rooms, very clean. It was a lovely stay!
Monique
The property is in a great location, it's easy to get around on foot. It's close to the train station, restaurants, and shopping. The room was clean and a good size.
Where we stayed we could hardly hear any noise from the bar. Would recommend asking for a room on the second floor in the back if you are a light sleeper.
Where we stayed we could hardly hear any noise from the bar. Would recommend asking for a room on the second floor in the back if you are a light sleeper.
Simon
Everything was 5 stars! Friendly staff were amazing.
victor
Very friendly staff but rooms need updating and towels smelled.
Laura
Good room, lots of nightlife downstairs which we enjoyed.
Maureen
Great location and very friendly staff. Room smelled musty and the attached bar is very loud.
Teri
Everything was perfect! Location, check-in process, breakfast. Super comfortable rooms and bedding. Staff was so friendly and welcoming. They offered great suggestions for dinner and shopping options.
We would definitely come back when visiting Galway!
We would definitely come back when visiting Galway!
LeiAnn
Great location- around the corner from shops and restaurants. Close enough to these features but far enough where it's not impacting your stay with crowds and noise.
Staff is friendly and helpful.
Staff is friendly and helpful.
Tammy
Older hotel but great location. Comfortable bed and shower.
Sarnata
The room was small but well designed and comfortable. The bar staff were fantastic and leadership the night we were there was outstanding.
Jerry
If going punning in Galway, this is the place to stay!
John
Room was very clean and com. Staff were great, very friendly and helpful.
Rooms have little sound insulation so you do hear people outside but they provide ear plugs for you if it too much.
Rooms have little sound insulation so you do hear people outside but they provide ear plugs for you if it too much.
Erin
Great location, will stay here again
LESLIE
Nice location. Parking is not very close.
Zoraida
Perfect location.
Gabriella
Great location and friendly staff. Rooms were small but clean and modern.
Ann
Friendly staff, convenient location
Kevin
Heartily recommended. Clean, comfortable room. Excellent breakfast. Interesting bar. If you need accommodation in Galway try The Skeffington.
Damien
Good breakfast everywhere with in walking distance
JoanMarie
The room was huge and nice and clean. Staff were courteous and friendly.
Centrally located. Bar was excellent. Great atmosphere.
No wash cloth or any additional toiletries except for body wash/hair shampoo (all in one) and conditioner. No toothbrush/paste, lotion etc. I don’t know if that’s the new way hotels are going. Glad I brought my own and didn’t forget anything.
Centrally located. Bar was excellent. Great atmosphere.
No wash cloth or any additional toiletries except for body wash/hair shampoo (all in one) and conditioner. No toothbrush/paste, lotion etc. I don’t know if that’s the new way hotels are going. Glad I brought my own and didn’t forget anything.
David
Room was a little stuffy
Catherine
Modern bathroom, spacious colorful room, and a very welcoming staff!
Laurice
The room was adorable really enjoyed the breakfast the staff was really helpful. The area was very walkable.
Michael
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Marcella
Enjoyed our time immensely!!
Everyone was welcoming and helpful.
Everyone was welcoming and helpful.
carl
Staff were great, thankyou Siobhan
William
Only issue was noise. The restaurant and bar great
Lindsay
Reception was welcoming and kind! Location was central to city center. Room was clean and spacious.
Ellen Reid
I had a car outside hotel. I told the young blonde girl I had 2 rooms reserved, but was there early. I told her I’d like to hold my bags at desk until room was ready. My friend was there and would check bags. . Where should I park? She told me she had no parking. She Suggested parking nearby. I left. Then my friend AGAIN told her we were checking in. Ahh she said, we have recommended cheaper lots. Well.. would be nice to know. I parked in E24 lot when she had E10 lot only available to hotel guests. I was very clear I was a guest with 2 booked rooms. What a bad listener she was. I am educated American with no accent. I speak clearly. She didn’t listen. You have a Great hotel. Wonderful room, amazing bar. Terrible desk clerk. Get better help please.
Bennett
Great location to get the bus to Aran Island ferry and to get the bus to Dublin Airport. Breakfast was very good as was the service. It is not a luxury hotel but none the less we enjoyed our stay.
Cindy
Great location. Everywhere is in walking distance. However, you do need the car go outside the city.
JOHN
Excellent hotel/pub. Right in the center, Excellent location.
Rooms and breakfast Excellent
Rooms and breakfast Excellent
Keri
The location was prime and the front desk was very friendly. 3 stars given to cleanliness of room, bad lighting, and poor bar service.
Jeffrey
The manager Niell was very friendly and helpful making technology work and recommending things to do and see in the area. The connected restaurant was beautiful and good. I would come here again.
Michael
Enjoyed it
Excellent service, quiet room.
David
Ok Hotel
The Skeffington is in a busy area with bars, restaurants and shopping. That made it convenient. The parking is tough. The car park is a few blocks away and pretty busy. The hotel could use some serious updating. The manager Nile is fabulous! He answered all our questions and is just as nice as can be.
Amanda
The hotel was very charming and in a wonderful location - walkable to everything with a restaurant attached. The staff, especially Niall was absolutely incredible. Top notch service and extremely helpful in navigating the city. Would definitely stay here again.
Kaitlin
We loved it here. The only thing that was an issue was while we were showering, the water would constantly kick into SUPER hot water and burnt us a few times. Other than that we were happy with everything!
Wendy
very loud and smell from the kitchen came into the room.. would not stay again
Kayla
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The location was walkable to area restaurants, shops, and pubs. Our room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was wonderful. Above all, the staff were outstanding.
Andrea
Great location but photos misleading. Its really a hotel next to a great pub, with rooms over pub and music until 2 am. That all was manageable but when i pulled back the curtains in our tiny room, the insides were covered in mold and the air conditioner also was. I dont know how this hotel got high reviews.
Joy
Absolutely amazing room! Staff was incredibly friendly- esp Sioban, who called before our arrival to make sure we knew where to park. The bar downstairs was fun as well with a great band and lots of energy . Would definitely recommend!
Scott
Room over bar was noisy until 2 am with beat of bass!
ANOUSONE
If you want to actually be able to sleep at night, don’t stay here. There’s loud music every night to 1am or 2am in the morning. If you’re in Galway to party, then this is the place for you.
George
Small room, no view, comfortable bedding, great location and adjoining pub was great. Helpful staff.
Michael
Great location walkable to the bus station and most other tourist attractions, including the most popular pubs. Lots of options nearby.
Susan
the room was great but very loud bar attached which was loud late on the weekend. otherwise staff very friendly and helpful
Lynette
Pleasant stay.
Rooms are dated but clean and comfortable. Very convenient location. There is noise from the bar but we knew that going in, and it is not obnoxious. Staff was great.
Phillip
Good location
Wilda
This property was amazing. Loved the bar and eating areas as well as the convenience at the park and surrounding areas.
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Mary
Loved the Skeffington Arms Hotel
From the time we walked in the door until the day we checked out, the people at the front desk went out of their way to make our stay the best ever. They were awesome!!! The rooms were spacious and very comfortable. Additional we loved going down to the bar to listen to the live music. I can’t say enough wonderful things about our stay. I would highly recommend staying at this hotel if you ever get a chance!!!
John
Great locstion. Bed was good too.
Adrienne
Amazing music, location and water pressure!
We had a very comfortable stay at the Skeffington Arms in Galway. We had 2 rooms for a family of 4. The beds were comfortable, and there was air conditioning in each room. One of our rooms' air conditioning units was not working properly, and the room was a bit warm, but not bad. We were located in the back of the hotel, so we were not disturbed by the music in the pub downstairs. We immensely enjoyed the musician at the Skeff Bar. It was one of the highlights of our trip. The building is a beauty, but old, so all things considered, they have nicely kept the old building updated with modern amenities. I stayed in many hotels throughout my travels in Ireland, and this hotel has, by far, the best water pressure of any place I stayed. It was amazing and worth the price of the stay! I would stay here again when visiting Galway.
David
Was right in heart of the city center. Favourite place in Ireland
Gar
Front desk was kind and helpful. Room was clean and in good condition. Close to everything was a great spot
Verified traveler
Exactly as described in other reviews
Firstly, the staff is INCREDIBLE. Just the nicest, most helpful team I’ve come across during my team in Ireland. otherwise, the hotel is as described in many reviews, older space, partially renovated, great location, can be noisy until 1-2am due to downstairs daily live music. Service 5 star, hotel as described- 3 star.
Patty
Galway vacation
We were recommended this hotel by some friends and it did not disappoint. Very nice hotel. Had the breakfast in the morning and it was great.
DAVID
The property was great. The rooms were nice, and the pub downstairs was really funky with good music and drinks.
I especially liked the staff working the desk. They were super helpful and friendly, particularly Siobahn.
I especially liked the staff working the desk. They were super helpful and friendly, particularly Siobahn.
Brooke
Lovely hotel and staff were wonderful. There was live music that was loud though, and we were hoping for good sleep. Maybe we should have known that Galway city centre is lively. We had never been there before.
Mary B
Room was old. Bed not very comfy. Tiny bathroom
William
Fun place to stay with excellent location, convenient walk to lots of attractions. Bathroom was like new. Would have been nicer if we could open the windows.
Julie
Great place to stay in Galway
We were delighted with our stay at the Skeffington! The location was perfect, staff was so attentive, friendly and responsive and the room itself was spotless and comfortable. Their signage made everything very easy and the extra amenities: bottled water, chocolate, biscuits were all an unexpected treat. We will definitely stay again and highly recommend!
MARET
Fun old hotel
Dietmar
The long walk
The room decor and lyrics on the ceiling was a cool touch.
Live band and attentive staff made a great stay.
The fact that there could be a link (maybe not) to skeffington in Leicestershire.
Really good food, disappointed we could not make the quiz as it sounded brilliant.
Live band and attentive staff made a great stay.
The fact that there could be a link (maybe not) to skeffington in Leicestershire.
Really good food, disappointed we could not make the quiz as it sounded brilliant.
Verified traveler
Perfect location in Galway
Super location and very comfortable.
Linda
Provided a great location to explore Galway countryside.
Amanda
The place was great. It’s definitely worth a younger crowd who doesn’t mind a lot of music because the place is bumping at night, but it was so cute. The decor was cute. The people were amazing there. I had a great time my mom not so much lol
Edward
The manager, Nial was ever present, cheerful and always helpful. Located at the center is Galloway. Room was spacious.
Jennifer
We loved the Skeffington and the staff was wonderful, especially Niall at the front desk. There is a restaurant/bar attached and a really great pizza place next door. Location was 5 stars! Would definitely recommend and stay again.
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Skeffington Armshotel
Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
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