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Imperial Hotel

3.0 star property
Galway hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Imperial Hotel in Galway City Centre offers a lively atmosphere, perfect for exploring Eyre Square and beyond. Enjoy lunch or dinner at the on-site Bar and Grill, grab a coffee at the cafe, or unwind with bike rentals and tour assistance - all while staying connected with free WiFi. Helpful staff have made previous guests feel right at home.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Offsite parking available

Room options

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Standard Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway

What's nearby

  • Shop Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Eyre Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Galway Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Quay Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galway Harbour - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 3 min walk
  • Athenry Station - 19 min drive
  • Craughwell Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pascal Coffee House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Skeff - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Garavan's Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fibber McGee's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Imperial Hotel

  • Located near a train station, Imperial Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Galway. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Bar and Grill, which serves lunch and dinner. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 80 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Offsite parking within 1312 ft (EUR 10 per day); discounts available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

More

  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Bar and Grill - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 17 2024 to August 31 2024 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Elevator
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 10 per day (1312 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Also known as

Imperial Galway

Imperial Hotel Galway

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Frequently asked questions

Does Imperial Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Imperial Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Imperial Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Imperial Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Imperial Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Imperial Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (6-min drive) and Claudes Casino (6-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Imperial Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and horseback riding, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course.

Are there restaurants at or near Imperial Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Bar and Grill.

What's the area around Imperial Hotel like?

Imperial Hotel is in Galway City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Galway Station and 2 minutes' walk from Eyre Square. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

Imperial Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and good, with one reviewer mentioning it was a highlight of their stay. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, comfortable hotel in a great location with amazing staff.
Sherri, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location close to all the sites. Room was very large and comfortable. Great place to stay in Galway!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
John, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Family short break

Great location and really friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely stay again.
Lorna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is adorable - city center, easy to walk to all the pubs and all through Galway. Quiet at night, and a great breakfast.
Wendy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

very friendly and helpful staff
Maria Fernanda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The hotel is conveniently situated on Eyre Square, which provides quick and easy access to pubs, restaurants, shopping, and other attractions.
Tim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location right on Eyre Square and close to all city sights, as well as rail and bus stations; quiet room with good temperature control; would stay here again!
Tony, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The location is great near Eyre Square, the sights, and the bus and train station. The hotel is old but serviceable for a short stay.
Teresa, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

This was a good hotel for us as it was close to the bus station, pubs, restaurants, sights, etc. The hotel felt a bit dated but was clean.
Laura, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Comfy room, great location in a very walkable town. Only spent one night, but would love to return
Wayne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We booked last minute, were surprised by how good it all was... excellent location for Galway town center, right on the plaza. Large rooms, off site parking in structure with a discount.
Maureen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Really enjoyed the hotel. The staff was friendly, the rooms were clean, the bartender (especially Rachel) were phenomenal. My only complaints were the beds were a bit hard and the temp in the rooms were a bit warm. Other than that it was an amazing trip and I would absolutely return!
Shannon, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved that the hotel was a 5 min walk from the train station across the park. You are right in central Galway and all the action. Our room was in the rear of the hotel so it was dead quiet. They have a breakfast for 15 Euros but we chose a breakfast place right across the street. Everything is walkable from the hotel.
carl, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location in city center. Parking is in Hynes Car Park a 7 minute walk to hotel. Discount given for hotel guests of 10 euros per 24 hours. Lifts were out of service during our visit but the staff was more than accommodating to help transport luggage to rooms if needed.
Stacey, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We liked the property’s location to restaurants, pubs and groceries. It was a bank holiday weekend so it was quite loud . We were woken several times through the next get by loud guest’s conversation in the hallway. The parking is within walking distance but quite a way, in a parking garage which the hotel validates the ticket so we got a discounted rate. Overall, the room served its purpose with a comfortable bed and wonderful shower.
Kara, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Out of the 3 hotels we stayed at around Eyre Square, my daughter and I agreed that this was our favorite. It’s quite large inside with a restaurant and a bar. Our room was a good size, very clean, and very comfortable. The location is right off the square and just around the corner from Shop Street. Super easy to get around and explore—a perfect central location. It’s close to the bus station, train station and a nice walk to the Aran Island Ferries. We loved it. The restaurant food, was fine, lots of variety, but not my favorite soda bread there. But there are tons of places and pubs right around that area to choose from.
Katie, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Decent, but unremarkable. Value for money.

This is an OK place to stay. Bed comfortable, room small-ish, some noise, but that's part of the deal if you want to stay in the centre of town. Easy walking distance to most things. Food OK, nowt special, bar service good (which is important). Impossible to park outside, even for a few minutes, without causing an obstruction, and the parking associated with the hotel is a little way to walk. Price reasonable for the location and facilities provided. This is the hotel all the spies stay in if they don't want to get noticed.
Matthew, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The rooms are quite musty so you have to open the window and the carpet in the hallways needs some updating. You can hear the people walking above you, there is a horrible smell of in the elevators for some reason like old perfume, the mattresses were also are very low quality but other than that it’s perfect for a short stay in Dublin! I was impressed with the spacious bathroom and large bathtub. The reception was also very kind and pleasant.
Amanda, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good but triple check late checkout request

Lovely lady on reception checked us in and the the room was ready about 20 minutes ahead of check-in time and it smelled so fresh and clean and asked to ensure that late checkout was noted .. but unfortunately when booking and paying for late checkout doesn't always go to plan. On last 2 occasions lack of communication has resulted in either calls from reception or knocks on door from house keeping..this needs to improve...
Alice, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great hotel, Maps & directions need updating

Overall, the stay was great. The staff were helpful, communicative, and friendly. The rates were reasonable. The location was the best thing about this hotel. Visiting during the Christmas holidays, the parking was a major issue. We knew to expect off-site parking, but the directions to the parking were nonexistent on the website and Google Maps (and Apple Maps) led us down a wrong turn, then a closed street, and then to a parking site that was triple the cost and at least triple the distance from the hotel. The hotel staff were friendly and encouraged us to a closer, cheaper location but the trouble we had navigating to the parking made us want to leave the car where it was for our stay. Water pressure was low, and the noise level was high, but those were the few issues we had. The breakfast was wonderful, and our overall experience was positive.
Patrick, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Location was great!
Cheryl, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice staff
Kelly, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good hotel in a great area, would go back again.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Excellent location
Christine, 2-night trip