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About the Hotel

Forster Street, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland

Location

Eyre Square Hotel is located just a minute's walk from Galway's main transportation hubs, Ceannt Bus and Rail Station. The hotel sits near Eyre Square and the Corrib shopping centers, offering convenient access to shopping, dining, and sightseeing. Guests can explore notable attractions such as the Spanish Arch and Claddagh Ring within a short distance from the hotel.

Rooms

The hotel includes 80 smoke-free bedrooms, all recently upgraded to provide comfort and functionality. Each room is equipped with luxury bedding, multi-channel plasma TVs, and en-suite bathrooms featuring walk-in showers. Options range from Double Rooms to spacious Triple Rooms accommodating families, ensuring versatile lodging for any traveler.

Dining

Eyre Square Hotel offers dining options at the on-site Merchant Bar, Restaurant and Café. The menu features local produce, with popular dishes including Galway Bay seafood chowder and Hereford beef burgers. Breakfast is available daily, offering both full Irish and continental breakfast choices to start the day.

Entertainment

Merchant Bar serves as a venue for major sports events, equipped with multiple screens for viewing. The hotel hosts live music events on weekends, creating an engaging atmosphere for guests. Additionally, guests can enjoy craft cocktails designed by in-house mixologists during their stay.

Guest Experience

The hotel provides assistance with local recommendations for sightseeing to enhance guests' experiences in Galway. A visit to Galway's vibrant nightlife is easily accessible, with numerous pubs and restaurants within walking distance. Guests looking for private event options can reserve spaces for celebrations or gatherings accommodating up to 100 guests.

Highlights

Location: just a minute's walk from Galway's main bus and rail stations

Rooms: 80 smoke-free bedrooms, including Twin and Double Rooms

Dining: breakfast options include full Irish and continental

Entertainment: Multiple screens for major sporting events

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The hotel provides a selection of rooms—doubles, family rooms, and suites—with perks like free cancellation, breakfast options, and great value deals
Double Single Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
15 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room
2 persons
15 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating

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Getting around town

Transport options available

City Centre
Galway200 m
Airports
Connemara (NNR) 31.4 km
Shannon (SNN) 84.4 km
Train
Galway Railway Station200 m

Amenities & services

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General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Forster Street, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
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Forster Street, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Nearby
Park
Eyre Square
150 m
Church
Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra
590 m
Castle
Lynch's Castle
430 m
Mall
Eyre Square Centre
150 m
36-40 Eyre Square
Quincentennial Fountain
140 m
Art object
Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde
280 m
Eyre Square Shopping Centre
The Medieval City Walls
40 m
Eyre Square
The Browne Doorway
140 m
Museum
Nora Barnacle House
490 m
26 Shop Street
The Claddagh Ring Museum
450 m
12-13 Market St
Lynch Memorial Window
440 m
Druid Lane
Hall of the Red Earl
560 m
Middle Street
470 m
Lough Atalia Road
Forthill Graveyard
520 m
Church
St Augustine's Parish Galway
400 m
Store
My Shop... Granny Likes It
410 m
Saint Francis Abbey 8 Saint Francis Street
The Abbey
450 m
Galway's West End
470 m
Restaurants
Four Star Pizza Galway
100 m
Kiltartan House Forster Street 1 Kiltartan House
The Dough Bros
470 m
1 Middle Street Middle Street
The Charcoal Grill
270 m
3 Prospect Hill Eyre square
Subway
480 m
Eyre Sq Shopping Centre Kiosk 2
Zappi's
370 m
18 Eglinton Street
McDonagh's
680 m
22 Quay St
Hole in the Wall
450 m
17 Eyre Street
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