The Dean Galway

Hotels
8.5 (4253 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 4253 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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Caroline • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

Bit noisy

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • au
7
Nice place and reception staff great. Room too small for double bed. Parking not good and bar staff not clear on drink p
Pros:

Convenient
Nice features

Cons:

The small room
Bar staff not customer service focused
Parking non existent and car park far away and cost not covered by hotel.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Bridget • extended_group • ie
8
Grand
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

A couple of niggles but nothing major .. you get what you pay for .. reasonable enough for Galway

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Stefanie • couple • us
9
Gorgeous hotel, would highly recommend a stay here!
Pros:

By far our favorite hotel out of six we stayed at on our journey. Beautiful spaces, great food, fantastic room.

Cons:

Only one thing, is that our room window faced the pool area, and as lovely as the view, it was very loud. Small matter though, everything else was grand.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Alessandro • couple • it
8
Un bella struttura e una buona posizione
Pros:

La struttura è molto bella con un design particolare. L'accoglienza è stata calorosa.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Konrad • couple • pl
9
B dobry stosunek ceny do jakości.
Pros:

Wystój o lokalizacja

Cons:

Brak parkingu

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Romina • couple • ch
10
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • extended_group • ie
8
Lovely hotel, friendly staff
Pros:

The pool was great, lovely decor and friendly helpful staff

Cons:

We stayed two nights and the cleaners didn’t come to the rooms at all. I wouldn’t expect towels or sheets to be changed during such a short stay, but beds made, fresh paper cups (we used them for tea and then had no more) and extra toilet paper (we had to go and ask for it) would have been welcome, especially as it is not a cheap hotel

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Gabrielle • couple • us
10
Pros:

Quaint hotel just a few steps away from city center. Very clean and comfortable. As with most European hotels, the room was small. There was no closet or drawers, so unpacking our suitcases was not an option. We only at breakfast once in the beautiful upper floor restaurant, which has a great view of the city.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • au
10
Beautiful, chic hotel in central Galway with excellent facilities
Pros:

Beautiful hotel
Great restaurant
Great gym and sauna

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Connolly • couple • ie
4
Disappointed
Pros:

Lovely room and furnishings

Cons:

A very bad breakfast, raw pancakes and took forever even when though place was empty

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • gb
7
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Robyn • couple • ie
8
Pros:

Good location
Nice pool
Safe

Cons:

Our towels in the bathroom smelled not so good
Was more of a variety in the minibar last time we stayed
Beds could have been comfier

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • ie
9
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • ie
8
A great spot for your Galway stay!
Pros:

Great location, lovely decor, friendly helpful staff, fabulous Sophie’s rooftop bar and the heated swimming pool!!! Fantastic.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • ie
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Theresa • extended_group • au
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee