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Skeffington ArmsHotel

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Close to Eyre Square and Quay Street, Skeffington ArmsHotel provides a nightclub, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 6 bars. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small trash bin, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with white and red bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small table with a phone.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, and chair. There is a window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Skeffington ArmsHotel is in Galway City Centre, a neighborhood in Galway with great shopping. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Galway Greyhound Stadium or Pearse Stadium. Visit our Galway travel guide
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Eyre Square, Galway, County Galway, H91 FPK2

What's nearby

  • A modern sculpture with water jets in a public square, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.
    Eyre Square
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A street with various shops, including a sweater store and a clothing store.
    Shop Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A blue boat docked at a pier with a red buoy, surrounded by colorful buildings and other boats.
    Galway Harbour
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic stone building with a green dome and a clock tower.
    Galway Cathedral
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A crowded street lined with historic buildings, a reception area, and a bar.
    Quay Street
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station
    2 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Supermac's
    2 min walk
  • The Skeff
    3 min walk
  • Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar
    4 min walk
  • Pascal Coffee House
    5 min walk
  • Hyde Bar
    3 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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 10 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 10 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 10 per day (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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

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 Skeffington ArmsHotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Skeffington ArmsHotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Skeffington ArmsHotel located?

Located in Galway City Centre, this hotel is steps from The Fountain and Eyre Square. Padraic O'Conaire Statue and Shop Street are also within 5 minutes. Galway Station is only a 2-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

Skeffington ArmsHotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 369 out of 524 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 524 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 524 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 524 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 524 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to everything!! The restaurants/Pub was a hoot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building. Very well maintained. Great location. Parking nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice clean rooms, spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed drinks in the bar before exploring the town. The beds were comfortable. The staff members were all friendly and responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness
Basic hotel, good location .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding location and service. Clean, nicely updated rooms. Beautiful downstairs restaurant and pub.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was in a freat location and surprisingly quite given that it is above the restaurant/bar. Large room, good size for multiple travelers. Parking was a bit far but ni e to have a parkade available in city centre.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel and the Skeff restaurant & bar downstairs is a Victorian gem. Our room was nicely appointed and the service was very friendly. Lots of energy and fun in the bar at night. Maybe not the best place for light sleepers on evenings with live music. Great location near town center/train station and the most interesting pedestrian areas in town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great bar. Great location. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic Staff, great location, good food served with big smiles
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel right in the city center with a great pub below
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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The property was ideally located in Eye Square. It was easy to walk to everything from the hotel. The staff was really nice and attentive. While the attached bar was super convenient, I was in one of the square-facing rooms, and the noise from the bar and from people outside was pretty noticeable. It made it difficult to sleep and you definitely needed earplugs (which the hotel provided). I also wish the room had a fridge available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My second stay at Skeffington Arms. Conveniently located, clean and comfortable but most importantly an amazing staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is centrally located to see all the sights of Galway. The rooms were a good size with all the amenities. The staff were incredibly helpful and went out of their way to be helpful. I was celebrating an anniversary and they went out of their way to make it special. The bar is directly below the hotel which can be good or bad. They have live music most nights and it is a happening spot. If you need quiet to sleep, then this is not the hotel for you. However we stayed in the second floor and it didn’t keep up awake. Overall I would recommend and I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderfully staffed, centrally located, gem of a hotel with spacious rooms. Both train and bus stations are very close by. The staff is so friendly and helpful! We thoroughly enjoyed The Skeffington Arms! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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So walkable and staff was super friendly. Really nice room!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent location. Have rooms that are quite quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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The restaurant attached to the hotel is gorgeous and delicious, but be aware that it is also a night club that goes until 2am. Luckily, the rooms come with earplugs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is close to everything and parking is available which the hotel provides a great explanation of how to access. Despite it being a late night venue our room was very quiet and we enjoyed breakfast that was available - really good value. Would recommend’
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Older hotel but great location. Comfortable bed and shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very friendly and the location is right in Eyre Square. Love the u2 quote on the ceiling
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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All good, except room was quite dark.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Great location and very friendly staff. Room smelled musty and the attached bar is very loud.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026