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Skeffington ArmsHotel

Property class: 3

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A historic hotel with a classic facade, a bar, and a restaurant.
A room with two floral-patterned armchairs facing a glass table with a vase of flowers. Large windows with red frames offer a view of the outside.
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.
A restaurant with a central table, purple seating, and green-lit windows.
A reception area with two patterned armchairs, a glass table, and a wooden reception desk.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service
The current price is $244
$215 nightly
$244 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Eyre Square, Galway, County Galway, H91 FPK2
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shop Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Quay Street
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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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
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • Air conditioning
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Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Galway

A stay at Skeffington ArmsHotel places you in the heart of Galway, steps from Eyre Square and The Fountain. .This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Padraic O'Conaire Statue and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Shop Street.

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Shop Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Galway Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Galway Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Quay Street - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dough Bros - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Skeff - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Garavan's Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Skeffington ArmsHotel

Skeffington ArmsHotel offers 24 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 24 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a nightclub and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 6 bars/lounges. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Skeffington ArmsHotel has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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

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.

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Skeffington ArmsHotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 348 out of 498 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 498 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 498 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 498 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 498 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Staff, great location, good food served with big smiles
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel right in the city center with a great pub below
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So walkable and staff was super friendly. Really nice room!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Have rooms that are quite quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room, lots of nightlife downstairs which we enjoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was 5 stars! Friendly staff were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but great location. Comfortable bed and shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zoraida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If going punning in Galway, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Myah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Skeffington Arms Hotel was a perfect place for our stay in Galway. The hotel is centrally located making seeing the city easy. Offsite parking is close by and the city is very walkable. The hotel is well maintained and quaint. The bar/lounge next door has great food and music. Very happy with this location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Maureen

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LeiAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location- around the corner from shops and restaurants. Close enough to these features but far enough where it's not impacting your stay with crowds and noise. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Randi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is in a great location….walking distance to everything. However, it’s definitely a bit run down. The carpeting and bathrooms need renovations. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and friendly staff. Rooms were small but clean and modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarnata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but well designed and comfortable. The bar staff were fantastic and leadership the night we were there was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

victor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very friendly staff but rooms need updating and towels smelled.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! Location, check-in process, breakfast. Super comfortable rooms and bedding. Staff was so friendly and welcoming. They offered great suggestions for dinner and shopping options. We would definitely come back when visiting Galway!
Eyre Square Park looking toward the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a great location, it's easy to get around on foot. It's close to the train station, restaurants, and shopping. The room was clean and a good size. Where we stayed we could hardly hear any noise from the bar. Would recommend asking for a room on the second floor in the back if you are a light sleeper.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, v friendly staff, great room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly staff, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen A

Na
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel is centrally located, but not too convenient if you’re coming in with a car. The parking lot is about three blocks away and if you’re traveling with luggage, it can be a bit inconvenient. Also, I found the rest of the hotel very loud.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

LESLIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Parking is not very close.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel/pub. Right in the center, Excellent location. Rooms and breakfast Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025