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Skeffington ArmsHotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a nightclub, steps from Eyre Square

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6 bars/lounges
Property entrance
Twin Room
Exterior detail
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Explore the area

Map
Eyre Square, Galway, County Galway, H91 FPK2
  • Eyre Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Shop Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lynch's Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Galway (GWY)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Galway

Skeffington ArmsHotel puts you in the heart of Galway, steps from Eyre Square and within a 10-minute stroll of Quay Street. Highlights at this hotel include 6 bars/lounges, a restaurant and a nightclub. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Plus you'll find dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage and a front desk safe. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Galway City Centre hotel include The Fountain and Padraic O'Conaire Statue.

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 2 min walk
  • Quay Street - 7 min walk
  • Galway Harbour - 8 min walk
  • Spanish Arch - 10 min walk
  • University of Galway - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 2 min walk
  • Shannon (SNN) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Skeff Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪An Pucan - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Murty Rabbitts - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oyster Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Skeffington ArmsHotel

Hotel with a nightclub, steps from Eyre Square
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 6 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. A nightclub, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Skeffington ArmsHotel.

This 3-star Galway hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 6 bars or lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Skeffington ArmsHotel offers 24 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 10 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 10 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 10 per day (656 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

Skeffington ArmsHotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Skeffington ArmsHotel on 23 Feb 2025 start from NZ$185.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Skeffington ArmsHotel?

The closest beach to Skeffington ArmsHotel is Grattan Beach (1.7 km).

Does Skeffington ArmsHotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

No, Skeffington ArmsHotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Skeffington ArmsHotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Skeffington ArmsHotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 221 out of 314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 314 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely located hotel; older but well-maintained. Easy to walk around the square from there
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very nice and safe in the downtown area of Galway. It was great to get to visit the Christmas Market which was right outside of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant location
Brilliant location on Eyre Square. Really clean modern rooms. Cheap parking with Q Park. Great breakfast too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couple stay
Lovely comfortable room, facing the christmas market which was nice. One drawback is npise but the room has ear plugs and your advised of noise upon check in. Car parking is in qpark and you pay €10 for 24hrs with a validated ticket from the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Desk staff was very helpful. Bar was great. Room and bed were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is right on Eyre Square so in the heart of everything. Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Hotel was very quiet even though it was right next door to The Skeff bar.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Clyde

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, good property. The walls were a bit thin and heard the neighbors most of the night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher, GREENSBOROUGH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the new look with the rooms Great location great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with group
Galway trip
Overall it was a good experience. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
Great stay, great amenities, terrific staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Christa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, great location, unique look... the only downfall is the most of the pipes early in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel and the desk clerk was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CORA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
STAYED HERE BEFORE . STAFF GREAT . ROOMS CLEAN . AND EASY TO GET AROUND FROM HOTEL
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I come every year and staff are great, friendly, and engaging. Very good customer service at front desk, staff that service your rooms and staff in the restaurant. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LIZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect except the room was tiny.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet comfortable accommodation in downtown Galway
Despite being in a busy section of Galway, the room was very quiet due to the double “city” windows. The room was large, the bed comfortable, the dining area luxurious and the staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel in Galway
Best hotel in Galway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We were not told where to park beforehand, so we parked far away and had to walk with our luggage to the hotel as the front of the hotel is not accessible by car. It was a hot night and the air conditioner did not work at all. We could not leave the windows open because there were hundreds of people outside our window partying and yelling and talking. Also, there was cigarette smoke all over the street in front of the hotel. The girl at the front desk tried to help us with the air conditioner, but she could not figure it out and neither could we. I think it was just broken. We were unable to switch rooms as it was full. The next day we had read breakfast started at 7:00, but a staff member told us it wasn't until 7:30 so we had to go somewhere else for breakfast as we could not wait until then. The whole experience was not good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great in-town venue for a short stay
This place is ground-zero in the center of Galway. Parking is off-site, in your choice of huge city parking garages about 10 minutes away. The hotel is old, but has been renovated. We found the place a bit odd, and the parking issue was the last thing we needed being challenged by driving in Ireland in the first place. The big surprise - the hotel is next to probably the nicest and liveliest bar and restaurant in town. It is another operation of Skeffington, and we spent every night there - just a walk-thru from the hotel. Breakfast? Excellent. Staff very friendly and professional. Hotel is a 10 minute walk from the Aran Island Ferry dock, which worked out great for us. Book your ferry ticket in an office about a block from the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, sequim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay. Perfectly located. As well as having access to an amazing pub
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024