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Skeffington ArmsHotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with 6 bars/lounges, near Eyre Square

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In the heart of Galway City Centre, Skeffington Arms Hotel offers a vibrant atmosphere with 6 bars and a nightclub. With in-room WiFi, guests can stay connected while exploring nearby shopping spots or enjoying bike rentals. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff and proximity to shopping.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 6 bars/lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
The current price is $277
$314 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7

Room options

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Eyre Square, Galway, County Galway, H91 FPK2

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Shop Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Galway Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galway Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Quay Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 71 min drive
  • Galway Station - 2 min walk
  • Athenry Station - 24 min drive
  • Craughwell Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pascal Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Skeff - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪An Púcán - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Skeffington ArmsHotel

Skeffington ArmsHotel features a nightclub and puts you just steps from Eyre Square. You can relax with a drink at one of the 6 bars/lounges, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in 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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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Offsite parking within 656 ft (EUR 10 per day); discounts available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10 per person

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 10 per day (656 ft away)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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Frequently asked questions

Does Skeffington ArmsHotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Skeffington ArmsHotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (4-min drive) and Claudes Casino (5-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Skeffington ArmsHotel and nearby?

Skeffington ArmsHotel has 6 bars and a nightclub.

Are there restaurants at or near Skeffington ArmsHotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Skeffington ArmsHotel like?

Skeffington ArmsHotel is in Galway City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Galway Station and 3 minutes' walk from Shop Street. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Skeffington ArmsHotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent with a great variety and delicious options. (17 reviews)
  • The property has a great location with many restaurants and bars nearby, and a wonderful attached pub with live music. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

If going punning in Galway, this is the place to stay!
Jerry, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Great location and very friendly staff. Room smelled musty and the attached bar is very loud.
Maureen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was small but well designed and comfortable. The bar staff were fantastic and leadership the night we were there was outstanding.
Sarnata, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and friendly staff. Rooms were small but clean and modern.
Gabriella, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, convenient location
Ann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, v friendly staff, great room
gerald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast everywhere with in walking distance
Damien, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel/pub. Right in the center, Excellent location. Rooms and breakfast Excellent
JOHN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was adorable really enjoyed the breakfast the staff was really helpful. The area was very walkable.
Laurice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our time immensely!! Everyone was welcoming and helpful.
Marcella, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Modern bathroom, spacious colorful room, and a very welcoming staff!
Catherine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Heartily recommended. Clean, comfortable room. Excellent breakfast. Interesting bar. If you need accommodation in Galway try The Skeffington.
Kevin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay. Great location and staff
Pamela, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Enjoyed it

Excellent service, quiet room.
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This property was amazing. Loved the bar and eating areas as well as the convenience at the park and surrounding areas.
Wilda, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location
Phillip, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Amanda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing and the location was perfect.
Daisy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location walkable to the bus station and most other tourist attractions, including the most popular pubs. Lots of options nearby.
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Only issue was noise. The restaurant and bar great
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were great, thankyou Siobhan
carl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kayla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was so friendly Attached to bar Location location location was great!
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Provided a great location to explore Galway countryside.
Linda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Reception was welcoming and kind! Location was central to city center. Room was clean and spacious.
Lindsay, 1-night trip