The Galway Rooms

Hotels
8.4 (1002 reviews)
65 Dominick Street Lower , Galway , ie

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Contactless check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Good location
Cozy rooms
Great amenities
Cons:
Noise from the street
Shabby furniture
Traffic noise

Categories

Cleanliness
8.01
Most reviews indicate the place was clean, but some comments on shabby furniture suggest room for improvement.
Service
8.68
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
9.02
Consistently praised for its fantastic location, though noise issue noted.
Room Quality
8.27
Rooms were cozy and comfy despite some noise issues.
Amenities
8.4
Great amenities mentioned, though some furniture items are shabby.
Value for Money
8.46
Excellent value reported with spacious and clean rooms.
Food and Beverage
8.01
No significant mentions; standard quality expected.
Overall Experience
8.38
Overall a good experience with several positive comments, but also some reservations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:13

Property Description

The Galway Rooms offer free WiFi, city views, and proximity to major attractions. Convenient Location Situated near Galway Railway Station and popular landmarks, the hotel is ideal for exploring the city. Comfortable Accommodation Each room features essential amenities for a relaxing stay. Nearby Attractions Explore Dead Mans Beach and St. Nicholas Collegiate Church just steps away. Book your stay at The Galway Rooms for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Hey there, lovely guests!

First thing's first: stairs! Your bedroom is accessed by stairs - how many stairs depends on whether you're on the first, second or third floor.

We're all about cozy vibes and good times here, but we've got a few ground rules to keep the peace:

Noise curfew at 10 pm: Let's keep it chill after dark. No loud music or karaoke marathons, please. Our security team is on standby, and any disturbances come with a fee.

No parties in the rooms: Take the fun to the streets! Let's keep our neighbors happy and the CCTV quiet.
Smoking's a no-go: Main Street's the spot for a smoke break.
Keep it quiet after 10 pm: We're all about that serene vibe, even at night.
Check out by 11 am: Time to say goodbye to our cozy digs.
And if you ever find yourself locked out or in need of a helping hand, there's a number to call and a call out fee for that too.
Let's make some memories and keep the good vibes flowing! Welcome to our Galway getaway.

Please note that the property can only be accessed via stairsThis property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1002 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.01
Service: 8.68
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 8.27
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 8.01
Overall Experience: 8.38
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patti • extended_group • ca
3
Pros:

good location

Cons:

very noisy; they need to upgrade windows i.e. double pane; it sounded like there were street parties until 2am

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Berni • family_with_children • ie
10
Central location near lots of great bars, cafes and the lovely river walk - ideal for a city break
Pros:

Perfect location for a weekend in Galway. Rooms finished to a beautiful standard, so comfortable, real coffee and nice biscuits - definitely exceeded expectations! Will book again.

Cons:

Nothing, it was perfect.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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maria grazia • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
• couple • fr
2
Un prix qui ne correspond pas au service
Pros:

La localisation

Cons:

Chauffage et lampes de chevet ne fonctionnent pas, serviettes de toilette qui peluchent, le système de fermeture difficile à comprendre, bien plus petit que sur les photos...

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Stefanie • couple • es
8
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

centrally located, easy access, clean and comfortable.

Cons:

nothing

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Patricia Basualto • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

Located at a short walking distance from the city centre and the coast.

Cons:

The door lock was a bit tricky to use. Some numbers didn't respond smoothly to touch.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Dennis • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Nice room, great location, clean coffee maker.

Cons:

Tv was very small. And volume wouldn't work. Had to adjust EQ to turn down. When I contacted caretaker. All I got was a response with steps to try to solve the problem.
Spend the money and buy a better and bigger TV.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Magee • couple • ie
9
Pros:

Very central just off eyre square
It was very clean and comfortable

Cons:

The door lock was kind of difficult to use ensure that you lift up the handle before keying in the code or the door does not open

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • solo_traveller • us
4
We feel a refund should be forthcoming !
Pros:

Location was great and the room was clean.

Cons:

We were unable to get a shower - the water was scalding and even with all the help of the staff it remained scalding and we were unable to shower .

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • au
9
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Dolores • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Very centrally located

Cons:

Quite noisy, but can't complain as it is city centre, but just so people know. In fairness, ear plugs are provided which is a nice touch

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Crista • couple • be
8
Oké
Pros:

Heel netjes, goede communicatie via what’s app. Goede ligging

Cons:

Geen lift en geen dagelijkse schoonmaak

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • family_with_children • ca
8
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • couple • gb
4
Pros:

Location great

Cons:

No hot water on first day.
Beds uncomfortable and pillows old and hard and lumpy. Needs replaced.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Rory • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Lander • extended_group • us
6
Pros:

The location cannot be better. It's a decent place for one or two nights.

Cons:

Small room and toilet.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Karina • solo_traveller • de
9
Galway ist super!
Pros:

Das Zimmer war sehr schön, sehr sauber und geräumig. Die Lage ist super! Hatte einmal Probleme mit dem Türcode, da wurde mir telefonisch sofort geholfen.

Cons:

Es ist recht laut, draußen ist da nachts schon sehr viel los.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Julio • extended_group • ie
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Tiny room in attic. 3 floors up. Very poor value.

Cons:

Small room.. no view. Dark.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee