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3 stars

Imperial Hotel Galway

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Galway, Ireland
See location+353 9156 3033
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$172
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rate per night

8.0
Very good
based on 3138 reviews
3,138 reviews
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Double room
Standard Room

Overview

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Situated only a short stroll from Galway Railway Station, Imperial Hotel Galway offers guests a convenient base when in Galway. It is set in the area's vibrant nightlife district, which is only a few minutes walk from Eyre Square and the Taibhdhearc na Gaillimhe.

There are a variety of amenities on offer to those staying at Imperial Hotel, such as bicycle rental, a 24-hour reception and laundry facilities. Porters, room service and luggage storage are also provided.

The hotel has 80 bright rooms offering all the essentials to ensure an enjoyable stay.

Imperial Hotel Galway is located in the City's premier shopping district. Galway Cathedral is within a 10-minute walk and Galway Airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

Rating
8.0
Very good
Based on 3,138 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Imperial Hotel Galway

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Bicycle hire
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Horse riding

General

  • Family rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Reviews of Imperial Hotel Galway

8.0
Very good
3138 verified ratings
Wonderful
1306
Very good
693
Good
620
Okay
197
Fair
172
Mediocre
63
Poor
87
Guests say
Guests generally praised the hotel's central location, especially its proximity to downtown and accessibility to various attractions. Many found the hotel spacious, with large rooms and bathrooms enhancing their stay. However, cleanliness was a recurring concern, with several reviews highlighting issues such as unclean rooms and bathrooms, outdated facilities, and maintenance problems. While some appreciated the improvements made to the hotel, others felt the overall condition did not match expectations.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) Loved the accommodations and the staff.
9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) The hotel was located very close to downtown, with tons of restaurants and bars at our doorstep. Our room (a triple) was huge, with a very nice, large bathroom and even a sort of living room. Everything seemed clean.
Cons (-) Due to its location downtown, it was rather noisy at night from the bar goers. However, it being close to downtown was a plus, so it was a trade off. Also, since the hotel took over the neighboring building, it was a bit of a trek to get to our room. Breakfast wasn't anything to write home about, but I expect that from a continental breakfast
3.7
Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2016
Cons (-) There was little to no water pressure in the shower head even though they had expensive rain shower heads. It was a slow drip to take a shower. The room smells musty because it's OLD. We had 3 beds in our room, 2 of which were not cleaned because their covers were dusty - probably from people using the larger king bed and not the 2 smaller twin beds in the room. The mattresses were springy and sof...
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5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Sept 2015
Pros (+) Someone clearly put a lot of money into giving the hotel a face lift in the recent past. It looks up to date.
Cons (-) Our room had three single beds in it that were crammed into the space you'd normally find a single queen bed. The light above the bathroom sink had come out of the wall and was flickering because of a bad connection. Overall the hotel seemed a bit dirty; just small impressions like the stainless steel elevators being covered in finger prints.

Location

Eyre Square, Galway

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square103 m
  • Lynch's Castle187 m
  • St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church294 m
  • St. Augustine's Church295 m
  • Nora Barnacle House312 m
  • Druid Theatre0.4 km
  • Galway Cathedral0.5 km
  • Galway City Museum0.6 km
  • Spanish Arch0.6 km
  • Galway Arts Centre0.6 km
  • Galway Shopping Center0.7 km
  • Galway Greyhound Stadium0.9 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Imperial Hotel Galway

  • Where is Imperial Hotel Galway located?

    Imperial Hotel Galway is located at Eyre Square in St Nicholas, 0.3 km from the centre of Galway. Eyre Square is the closest landmark to Imperial Hotel Galway.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Imperial Hotel Galway?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Imperial Hotel Galway.

  • Does Imperial Hotel Galway offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Imperial Hotel Galway offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Imperial Hotel Galway from the airport?

    Imperial Hotel Galway is 8.2 km from Galway. Imperial Hotel Galway is 64 km from Shannon.

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Value for money

7.8

Distance to city centre

0.3 km