The Dean Galway

Hotels
8.5 (4244 reviews)
Centre, Galway 80 Prospect Hill , Galway , ie

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Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good food and beverage options
Clean facilities
Cons:
Room size and comfort
Heating issues
Noisy environment

Categories

Cleanliness
8.33
Most reviews highlight cleanliness positively, but some mention cold rooms and small spaces.
Service
9.3
Staff received high praise for being friendly and accommodating, though there were issues with responsiveness.
Location
9.34
Located centrally, guests appreciated the accessibility to key areas.
Room Quality
7.29
Some rooms are described as small and uncomfortable; heating issues were mentioned.
Amenities
8.32
Pool and spa facilities received positive feedback, although minor issues were noted regarding the availability of items.
Value for Money
7.78
Some guests felt the costs were high given certain issues, such as heating and bedding.
Food and Beverage
9.33
The food was consistently praised as well-prepared and enjoyable.
Overall Experience
8.3
Mixed feelings with highlights on location and food, but some dissatisfaction with room conditions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 08:46

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience comfort and style at The Dean Galway with modern amenities like air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and plush bedding. Some rooms even boast balconies for stunning city views.

Relaxation and Wellness
Unwind at our year-round outdoor pool, stay active in the fitness centre, or rejuvenate in the sauna. Guests can also explore the city with our complimentary bikes, perfect for a leisurely ride around Galway.

Dining Excellence
Indulge in a culinary journey at our on-site restaurant offering a delectable blend of American and Italian cuisine. Special dietary needs are catered to with our range of vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free options.

Book your stay at The Dean Galway now and elevate your Galway experience to new heights!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 4244 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.33
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 7.29
Amenities: 8.32
Value for Money: 7.78
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Laura • couple • ie
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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norelli • couple • us
10
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Aisling • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Emily • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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llb53 • solo_traveller • us
8
Be aware of small rooms!
Pros:

Great shower, lots of hot water and pressure. Nice bathroom, quite large considering the rest of the room, and the bathrobes were appreciated.

Comfy bed

Extremely nice staff, to a person. Helpful and responsive.

Nespresso machine and daily water bottles appreciated.

Cons:

The room was a shoebox! My fault for not upgrading I suppose, but it was so expensive already I hesitated to do so. Seriously, there were maybe 8 inches on each side of a king size bed! A queen sized bed would have made more sense.

Nowhere to unpack except a few hangers on bars on the wall. Might be fine for 1 or 2 nights but we were here 4, so challenging to jockey stuff around.

For the price per night here we had a fancy room with brekkie included in Killarney.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • ie
8
Very good and would use again
Pros:

Great location lovely small outdoor pool

Cons:

Quite dark inside rooms a little smaller than usual

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • ca
9
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Jazmine • couple • us
9
Parking not included but centrally located
Pros:

The rooms were very modern and comfortable. Centrally located and very convenient to go to multiples places at once. The breakfast (Sophie’s) was good and conveniently located at the 3rd floor of the hotel.

Cons:

The mattresses are separate (not a true queen mattress) and this hotel does NOT include parking. The hotel partners with the City Park parking garage near the Wylde cafe. You will have to pay €12 euros a night for parking.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • ch
9
Super aufenthalt. Gutes Restaurant „sophies“ im hotel.
Pros:

Haarglätteisen

Cons:

Die klimaanlage liess sich nicht ausschalten, war mühsam zum schlafen
Leider hatten wir ein behindertenzimmer
Nach dem duschen war eine sauerei im ganzen bad da es keine abtrennung hatte

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Caoimhe • solo_traveller • ie
10
Excellent
Pros:

Such a lovely place to stay warm friendly feel from all staff. This hotel offers quite the luxury escape with modern touches throughout the hotel with a very luxurious feel to each room would highly recommend running and booking the Dean for your next hotel booking

Cons:

Poor parking facilities

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • us
9
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Jan-Paul • couple • gb
9
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Reed • solo_traveller • us
1
Dean Galway, influencer hotel.
Pros:

The shower was the only good thing about the place

Cons:

The $350 /night, paper cups for tea and coffee, hollow core doors so we could here every sound from the hallway. Drunk people knocking on my door at 2:30am. No place to open a suitcase. Who the heck is the target audience for this hotel. Certainly no one who values sleep or comfort and value.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Ailbhe • couple • ie
8
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Josh • couple • ie
10
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • ie
9
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Brittani • extended_group • us
10
Very cute art deco hotel in a great location
Pros:

Great location

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • extended_group • ie
9
Highly recommend the Dean Galway for a group trip
Pros:

The rooms are stylish, comfortable and clean. We loved the overall vibe and the bar and pool were great. Having a coffee bar in the lobby was also super handy.

Cons:

The cosy rooms are definitely cosy (small), some rooms the bed was against the wall, but still comfortable and some of our group found the minibar and treats on display misleading as there was no price list in the room.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee