Harbour Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (1784 reviews)
New Docks Road , Galway , ie

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Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Hard beds
Cold room

Categories

Cleanliness
7.79
Issues with cleanliness noted, including hair in the shower and unemptied bathroom bin.
Service
9.26
Consistently mentioned as friendly and helpful; positive sentiment overall.
Location
9.3
Frequently highlighted as a strong point, with proximity to city and parking.
Room Quality
7.25
Reports of cold rooms and hard mattresses, though some rooms enjoyed comfort.
Amenities
8.28
Standard amenities mentioned, but some issues with bathroom facilities and TV.
Value for Money
7.74
Overall seen as slightly expensive relative to quality.
Food and Beverage
8.79
Breakfast was positively received; staff acknowledged for service.
Overall Experience
8.76
Guests enjoyed their stay despite some issues; overall positive feedback.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:20

Property Description

Modern Waterfront Hotel with Convenient Amenities

Luxurious Rooms with Top-Notch Features
Experience comfort in our modern rooms equipped with air-conditioning, free WiFi, and bluetooth speakers. Enjoy your favorite shows on cable TV and unwind with complimentary tea and coffee. The private bathroom offers free toiletries and a hairdryer for your convenience.

Dining and Entertainment Options
Indulge in delicious meals at Dillisk on the Docks, our contemporary restaurant and bar. Grab a drink from the full bar menu and catch live sports on large-screen TVs from 1:00 to 21:00.

Prime Location for Exploring
Explore Galway’s vibrant center just a 5-minute walk away and discover the nearby Quay Street shopping area. With Salthill Promenade and shopping centers within walking distance, Harbour Hotel is your perfect base for a memorable stay.

Book your stay now at Harbour Hotel for a delightful waterfront experience!

Important information:

When booking more than 5 rooms, group policy applies with a deposit of 50% at time of booking. Cancelation policy for any groups bookings more than 5 rooms is 14 days prior to arrival.

Please note that the card used to make the booking has to be presented upon check-in.

Please note that all meals will need to be pre-booked in advance with the property in order to maintain social distancing between guests.

Please note we are following government regulations and a valid digital covid certificate with ID will be required on check in to ensure access to the Hotel Bar and Restaurant.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: GWY

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 10 per day.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for € 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1784 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.79
Service: 9.26
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.25
Amenities: 8.28
Value for Money: 7.74
Food and Beverage: 8.79
Overall Experience: 8.76
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Maya • couple • ch
9
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Bozena • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Great location and the staff were lovely particularly the girl on the front desk

Cons:

Only one electric car charger was working

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • ie
10
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Kristina • couple • si
7
Pros:

The staff at breakfast was absolutely amazing.

Cons:

It was very noisy in the morning, making it impossible to sleep.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Christiane • extended_group • lu
5
Séjour ok mais sans plus
Pros:

L’emplacement

Cons:

Le petit-déjeuner, personnel pas très aimable
Les sanitaires, la douche dans la baignoir

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • ie
9
Lovely lively hotel
Pros:

Breakfast and room design

Cons:

Big junk yard

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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J P • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Friendly staff great location

Cons:

Got a room beside elevator
Bit noisy

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • us
9
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Marguerite • couple • ie
7
Very relaxing, central location
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Lack of atmosphere. Live music advertised but never happened

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Marc • couple • fr
9
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Jens • solo_traveller • de
8
Zentrale gute Unterkunft für einen Kurzaufenthalt in Galway
Pros:

Folgende Dinge haben mir gefallen:
+ großes Appartment
+ zentrale Lage
+ sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal
+ Kühlschrank und Wasserkocher
+ sauber

Cons:

Folgende Dinge haben mir weniger gefallen:
- Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis (Galway ist aber insgesamt teuer)
- Zimmer war recht düster
- Zimmer/Bad war schon etwas "in die Jahre" gekommen
- Matraze war mir zu weich

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Judite • extended_group • br
8
Pros:

Boa localização

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Conal • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Good staff at reception

Cons:

Car park could be better signposted. I accidentally parked in a car park for apartments as it is closer to the hotel's front entrance.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • us
10
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Cduggan • family_with_children • ie
8
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • solo_traveller • ie
5
Pros:

View from room and tv did not have all channels as advertised

Cons:

See abive

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
2
Very average and over proced
Pros:

Reasonably central although for the price would have expected closer to restaurants and pubs

Cons:

Loud music and mood lighting in public toilets
Useless shower over bath with no pressure
Traffic noises all night from street

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Paulo • couple • br
10
Pros:

Starff, conforto das instalações em geral, localização, estacionamento

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee