The Hardiman

Hotels
8.1 (1607 reviews)
Eyre Square , Galway , IE

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Comfortable beds
Clean accommodations
Cons:
Poor service
Cleanliness issues
High prices

Categories

Cleanliness
7.56
There were used glasses on the windowsill and all hand cream dispensers were empty. Overall, the place felt unkempt.
Service
6.53
The service was described as rude and harried, with staff seemingly annoyed by guests.
Location
9.57
The location is fabulous, ideal for shopping and sightseeing.
Room Quality
8.52
Rooms were somewhat small and noisy, but generally pleasant.
Amenities
9.05
Amenities were satisfactory, but improvements are needed as some facilities were reported as not functioning well.
Value for Money
7.51
Expensive stay and issues with bookings indicate lower value perception.
Food and Beverage
7.56
Food service was slow and orders were incorrect, affecting overall satisfaction.
Overall Experience
8.53
Mixed experiences; disappointed with service but enjoyed the location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:11

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in our rooms featuring comfortable beds, marble bathrooms, and designer toiletries. Enjoy entertainment on a flat-screen chromecast TV, stay connected with complimentary WiFi, and catch up on news with press reader.

Prime Location
Conveniently situated in the heart of Galway, The Hardiman is a stone's throw away from the train and bus stations, and a short walk to the dock. Explore the city with ease and make the most of your stay.

Dining Excellence
Savor exquisite dining experiences at Gaslight Brasserie, Oyster Bar, and the renowned Parlour Lounge. Delight in classic and delicious dishes served daily in a sophisticated setting.

Experience luxury and convenience at The Hardiman. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1607 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.56
Service: 6.53
Location: 9.57
Room Quality: 8.52
Amenities: 9.05
Value for Money: 7.51
Food and Beverage: 7.56
Overall Experience: 8.53
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isabelle • couple • us
5
Hotel is a great location but average services and poor breakfast
Pros:

Large comfortable suite

Cons:

Old premises, average breakfast

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Parkes • couple • ie
3
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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XINGCHENG • couple • cn
7
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Darryl • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
3
Poor and not worth half the price that I paid
Pros:

The staff were friendly and the foyer looked nice and the Deputy Manager had the courtesy to seek me out and hear my complaints.

Cons:

Pretty much everything.
I quote some words from their website about the standard of room that i booked - "Rooms in our newer wing are decorated in restful, natural colours and textures. Described as city centre havens perched above the streets of Galway, our standard rooms range from 20m² - 22m² with..."
We entered the main foyer with as lovely staircase but were quickly ushered down a side corridor and into a small lift in a side wing which housed our room.
The room was dark, the view (there was no view promised) was over the inner yard area housing pigeons, seagulls, ducts and so on - thoroughly unpleasant.
The room was scruffy and the carpet marked. The bed was uncomfortable and housed within a weird timber frame and the bed itself was propped up on sawn timber screwed together.
The bathroom seemed okay until on closer inspection, the shower tray base was grimy, the mastic sealant had been applied by a blind man and the hand held shower attachment would not stay in the holder and so had to be put on the deck.
The shower valve controls did provide hot water but it needs renewing, given that the slightest turn made the water go from hot to very hot or freezing cold.
The breakfast was okay but i particularly enjoyed my spoon which was covered in yesterdays dried egg - who would think to lay the table with that!
We paid £330 through booking.com - do you even know where you are sending clients - but i could have booked the same room that night for £229 online.
My bad but value for money this place is not.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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DODD • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Was a rude drunk guest insulted my wife but not hotels fault

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • ie
8
Great venue in central location with everything only a short stroll away
Pros:

Location Staff

Cons:

A little noisy from the street in the evenings but expected given the central location

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • ie
10
Comfortable hotel, excellent location and friendly staff
Pros:

Clean comfortable and centrally located

Cons:

N/a

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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hellmuth • solo_traveller • at
6
Cons:

Zuerst wird walletparking um 35 Euro angeboten. Dann eine Garage um 12 Euro sicher 10min zu fuss. um die Ecke gibt es Parkplätze am Bahnhof um 6.5 Euro....;
Personal etwas muffig

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Shelia Veronica • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Don • solo_traveller • us
8
Very good
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The room was not adequately lighted despite the fact I paid extra for the room

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Willam • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

Location couldn't be more convenient to the train station.

Cons:

Bathroom was dated and worn. Bar staff were overloaded and not skilled to manage orders.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
D
Dona • solo_traveller • gb
8
Perfect location for a weekend break
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Campos • solo_traveller • pt
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Joan • solo_traveller • ie
7
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • ie
8
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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O Brien • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
M
Maria Elizabeth • solo_traveller • pt
9
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
T
Teresa • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

All good clean and food good too

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
E
Eimear • couple • ie
10
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee