In the heart of Galway City Centre, The Residence Hotel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a bar and restaurant. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, secure your belongings at the front-desk safe, enjoy self parking or take advantage of ATM/banking services - all while experiencing exceptional service from our top-rated staff.
The Residence Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Quay Street and Eyre Square. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property is located in a busy area and has a bar with live music at night. Guests may experience related noise on weekends and most weekdays.
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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
One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (EUR 12 per night)
Offsite parking nearby (EUR 12 per day; discounts available)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 10:30 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Comprehensive recycling policy
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch TV
Satellite TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Energy-saving switches
Recycling
Special features
Dining
M Fitzgerald's Bar - This pub serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 13 per person
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between December 24 and December 26.
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 12 per night
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 12 per day (246 ft away)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hotel Spanish Arch
Spanish Arch
Spanish Arch Galway
Residence Hotel Galway
Spanish Arch Hotel Galway
Residence Galway
The Residence Hotel Hotel
The Residence Hotel Galway
The Residence Hotel Hotel Galway
Frequently asked questions
Is The Residence Hotel currently open?
The property is closed between December 24 and December 26.
Does The Residence Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Residence 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 The Residence Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Residence Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 12 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Residence Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Residence Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (3-min drive) and Claudes Casino (3-min drive) are both nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near The Residence Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, M Fitzgerald's Bar.
What's the area around The Residence Hotel like?
The Residence Hotel is in Galway City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Galway Station and 8 minutes' walk from Eyre Square.
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The Residence Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The property's connected restaurant/bar offered a great dining experience with live music and convenient access to nearby shops and eateries. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Good
Aug 12, 2025
Great place , would recommend to anyone
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 10, 2025
Great location if you love to be in the middle of things. However, it’s above a very fun bar so if you sleep with the window open it’s very loud and if you close it the room can get a bit stuffy (no ac).
Caroline
Caroline, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 9, 2025
Staff was friendly and welcoming :)
Belinda
Belinda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 3, 2025
Great hotel right on the main street of the Latin Quarter!
Charlotte
Charlotte, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 21, 2025
Very nice hotel, great staff and the best location ever! Will stay here when I go back to Halway.
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 26, 2025
Location!
Excellent location and really
Comfy rooms!!!
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 11, 2025
Great location!
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 15, 2025
Great location. Food was great. The only complaint would be no ac in hotel and it’s very loud being above the bars/restaurants. Bring your own shower cap, bar soap, shampoo/condition. Would stay again just in a back room not street side.
Yolanda
Yolanda, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 18, 2025
Amazing location. Will always recommend.
Kieran
Kieran, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 21, 2025
Everything is within walking distance and the hotel is very conveniently placed in the city
Leanne
Leanne, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 11, 2025
Great place for a night or two. Water pressure was not great.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 7, 2025
Super location!!!! It was in the middle of restaurants, bars, shopping, train station, and all the attractions!!! We had a great time.
Ivonne
Ivonne, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jan 26, 2025
Very central and has all the mod cons you need for a short stay.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 9, 2025
Conveniently located. Close to restaurants, pubs and shopping. Average room. After parking in the incredibly small Spanish arch car park, we opted to park several blocks away in a larger car park.
jodi
jodi, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
May 24, 2025
Room was very clean and looked recently updated but very small. Staff was amazing. It was very loud late at night and early morning making it difficult to sleep well
JEFFREY
JEFFREY, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 2, 2025
Great service!
Dave
Dave, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 23, 2024
I loved how easy it was to get everywhere. The restaurant and bar were great!
Sydney
Sydney, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 21, 2025
Amazing location with parking
Hotel was a bit hard to find but once inside it had a fun, funky vibe. The room was clean but incredibly small and the toilet was not working properly. Parking is right next store and there is shopping and restaurants as soon as you walk out the door.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Apr 4, 2025
A bit noisy with the pub downstairs. Better to request a room in the higher floors.
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 2, 2025
In the middle of Galway. Best location
JOSEPH
JOSEPH, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 6, 2024
Great location and amazing staff!
Roman
Roman, 3-night trip
6/10 Okay
Mar 4, 2025
Nice hotel except you’re above a bar that plays live music until 1am. Bring earplugs.
Tamra
Tamra, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 1, 2024
Our stay here was dantastic. The location was oerfect for sightseeing, food, and nightlife.
It is loud at night due to the nightlife in the area, but we expected that.
Jeanine
Jeanine, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 2, 2024
PERFECT location if your looking for easy shopping and dining options. Relaxed nightlife on Quay street just steps out the door.
Cody
Cody, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 17, 2025
Lovely hotel
Lovely hotel in a fantastic location. Parking is literally next door - great value given the location. Staff are super friendly. And they left a nice note and a box of chocolates when I asked for something special for my gf. Lovely touch and really appreciated.
The room itself is lovely, new and clean. Great bathroom and shower/bath. Zero complaints.