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Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)

3.5 star property
Travelers find authentic local cuisine just steps from Eyre Square at this charming hotel where Galway's vibrant culture meets comfortable hospitality

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A restaurant interior with wooden flooring, green walls, and hanging purple flowers. - Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) (Galway)
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a small table with drinks, and a walk-in closet with robes. - Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) (Galway)
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a bar area, and a dining space. - Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) (Galway)
A bar area with a sign reading 'welcome to HYDE,' bar stools, a variety of bottles, and a decorative fan. - Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) (Galway)
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Hyde Hotel puts guests in the center of Galway City action with modern rooms and attentive service. The on-site bar serves drinks while the restaurant offers satisfying meals after a day of exploration. Staff helps with luggage storage, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a small round table.

Double Room Single Use

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a TV, a sofa, a round table, and a small bar area.

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large floral wall mural.

Superior Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a patterned wall, and a window with curtains.

Classic Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Jekyll & Hyde 2-bedroom Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Jekyll & Hyde 2-bedroom Suite

  • 104 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Galway City Centre, a neighborhood in Galway, is home to Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel). Galway Harbour and Cooper's Hill Livery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Millennium Children's Park and Playground and Galway Arts Centre. Yew Tree Maze and Planet Entertainment Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Galway travel guide
Map
Forster Street, Galway, County Galway

What's nearby

  • A modern sculpture with water jets in a public square, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.
    Eyre Square
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A street with various shops, including a sweater store and a clothing store.
    Shop Street
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A blue boat docked at a pier with a red buoy, surrounded by colorful buildings and other boats.
    Galway Harbour
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A mural of The Latin Quarter in Galway, Ireland, depicting colorful buildings and street scenes.
    Quay Street
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A church interior with stone arches, wooden pews, and a central altar.
    Galway Cathedral
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station
    4 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN)
    70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Supermac's
    5 min walk
  • Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar
    3 min walk
  • An Púcán
    2 min walk
  • Cooper's Bar And Lounge
    4 min walk
  • The Skeff
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 12 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 14.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • HYDE Bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located in a busy area and has a bar with live music at night. Guests may experience related noise on weekends and most weekdays.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately EUR 14.50 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 12 per night (656 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) located?

Located in Galway City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Eyre Square, Quay Street, and Galway Bay. The Fountain and Lough Atalia are also within 5 minutes. Galway Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 744 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 744 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 744 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 744 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 744 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, lovely staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with the restaurant and the hotel itself. Highly recommend for travelers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a good location, rooms were clean, breakfast was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean triple room, great traditional Irish breakfast and super helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here. The rooms had updated fixtures, beds were very comfortable, and everything was immaculately decorated. We also had both dinner and brunch at the hotel’s restaurant. Everything was delicious and the restaurant was beautiful inside. 10/10 recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff helped with directions for the Citylink.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beds were comfortable. Staff especially front desk were nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, staff and location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shops and bus nearby. Easy to walk everywhere
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, excellent bed. Spotlessly clean. Lovely staff. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very professional. Hotel spotless. Parking just around the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t hesitate. Great location, wonderful staff, breakfast was fabulous. Only minor issue was we were unexpectedly given a handicapped accessible room, and the sink was at our knees. Next time we would ensure that we have the amenities that we expected for comfortable use of the bathroom. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a beautiful boutique hotel. The room is nice and comfortable and a very good location to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Exactly location easy parking, very central, friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, easy parking, quiet, comfortable. Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly positioned for exploring Galway city
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nuventhran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and very friendly staff. Love the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was super clean and everybody was very friendly. Nice accommodations great location, easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice visit, enjoyed a full restaurant breakfast, and the location was SO close to bus station for airport return. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

esra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel , great location, amazing breakfast and bar . The staff was very welcoming , especially Michelle at front desk I booked the triple room since we are a family of 3 . The room was very small , however well furnished and very clean . I just wished that it was a little bit bigger
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel on our Ireland trip. Very friendly staff, excellent location and very clean rooms. Totally recommended for a city trip to Galway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Galina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel we stayed in while visiting Ireland. Clean, great location, easy to park, friendly staff and good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025