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Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Eyre Square

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Experience the heart of Galway City Centre at Hyde Hotel, with its modern comforts and attentive service. Enjoy a drink at the bar or indulge in a delicious meal from the restaurant. With free in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and helpful staff by your side.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Living plant wall
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Offsite parking available
The current price is CNY1,656
CNY1,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8

Room options

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Double Room Single Use | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room Single Use

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Triple Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Jekyll & Hyde 2-bedroom Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Jekyll & Hyde 2-bedroom Suite

  • 104 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Forster Street, Galway, County Galway

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shop Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galway Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Spanish Arch - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Quay Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 70 min drive
  • Galway Station - 4 min walk
  • Athenry Station - 17 min drive
  • Craughwell Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪An Púcán - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Skeff - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fibber McGee's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cooper's Bar And Lounge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)

  • Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Eyre Square and Quay Street. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Galway Bay. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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
    • 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

    • Offsite parking nearby (EUR 12 per night; discounts available)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Waste recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Low-height counter/sink

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

HYDE Bar - This pub serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 14.50 per person

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 12 per night (656 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

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.

Also known as

Forster Court Hotel Galway
Forster Court Galway
Forster Court
Forster Court Hotel
Hyde The Forster Court
Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) Hotel
Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) Galway
Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

Does Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court 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 Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (4-min drive) and Claudes Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, HYDE Bar.

What's the area around Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) like?

Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) is a short 4-minute walk from Galway Station and 3 minutes' walk from Eyre Square. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, superb, and fabulous with many guests praising the variety of options and friendly service. (21 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient and easily accessible with a discounted rate. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay here! It was stunning, with beautiful decor throughout the hotel. The staff were also so friendly. Very walkable and in a convenient location!
Brianna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very attentive and friendly. Lovely bar.
Nancy, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

great staff
Timothy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is in a good location, rooms were clean, breakfast was decent.
Michael, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great breakfast included in your stay. The hotel was terrific and well located. The only shortcomings were the lack of drawers and no bathrobes. Other than that, it was really pretty wonderful.
Carole, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Shops and bus nearby. Easy to walk everywhere
Paula, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, staff and location.
Gregory, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel and staff
Brent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, excellent bed. Spotlessly clean. Lovely staff. Will definitely stay again.
Annette, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff very professional. Hotel spotless. Parking just around the corner.
Siobhan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is such a beautiful boutique hotel. The room is nice and comfortable and a very good location to downtown.
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfectly positioned for exploring Galway city
Debra Maria, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Exactly location easy parking, very central, friendly helpful staff
shirley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location, easy parking, quiet, comfortable. Great place!
Marc, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay and very friendly staff. Love the rooms.
Nuventhran, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was super clean and everybody was very friendly. Nice accommodations great location, easy parking.
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel , great location, amazing breakfast and bar . The staff was very welcoming , especially Michelle at front desk I booked the triple room since we are a family of 3 . The room was very small , however well furnished and very clean . I just wished that it was a little bit bigger
esra, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel on our Ireland trip. Very friendly staff, excellent location and very clean rooms. Totally recommended for a city trip to Galway.
Timo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hude Hotel is outstanding

The hotel is in a great location and appears to be recently renovated. The service was outstanding! Breakfast is an option and was worth the extra charge.
Kim, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a nice visit, enjoyed a full restaurant breakfast, and the location was SO close to bus station for airport return. 👍
Nancy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The best hotel we stayed in while visiting Ireland. Clean, great location, easy to park, friendly staff and good restaurant.
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, excellent location
Galina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was pleasant helpful and very clean
cheryl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very easy access to the main shopping areas along with many pubs and restaurants. All walkable. Friendly and professional staff.
James, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hands down the best hotel we stayed at in Ireland! Perfect downtown location, spotless modern rooms, and a sweet little balcony. Great size, amazing shower pressure, and the friendliest staff. Pro tip: pre-book the breakfast—it’s absolutely worth it. Highly recommend this place!
Gina, 1-night trip