Imperial Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Eyre Square

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Standard Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Coffee service
Exterior
Lake
View from property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Eyre Square, Galway, Galway
  • Eyre Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Quay Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Galway Harbour
    ‪8 min walk‬

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Room options

Standard Triple Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Galway

Located in Galway City Centre, Imperial Hotel is adjacent to Eyre Square and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Quay Street. This 80-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Quay Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Galway Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Galway Harbour - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Galway - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Skeff Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pascal Coffee House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Butlers Chocolate Café - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Imperial Hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Eyre Square
At Imperial Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and laundry facilities. Offsite parking is available for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a vending machine and a porter/bellhop.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and hair dryers are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 10 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 10 per day (1312 ft away)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Imperial Galway
Imperial Hotel Galway
Imperial Hotel Hotel
Imperial Hotel Galway
Imperial Hotel Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Imperial Hotel?

Imperial Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Imperial Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Galway City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Eyre Square and Quay Street. You'll also find Shop Street and Galway City Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Imperial Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for EUR 10 per day (discounts available).

Does Imperial Hotel feature a casino?

No, Imperial Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Imperial Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Imperial Hotel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Does Imperial Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Imperial Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Imperial Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Imperial Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Imperial Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Imperial Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Imperial Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Imperial Hotel.

Imperial Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 396 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 440 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike, San Diego

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location close to all the sites. Room was very large and comfortable. Great place to stay in Galway!

10/10 Excellent

COLETTE

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone, Portland

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, friendly and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

carl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Fernanda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

geraldine

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location clean and comfortable .

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is conveniently situated on Eyre Square, which provides quick and easy access to pubs, restaurants, shopping, and other attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

pietro, chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wifi was poor in my room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is adorable - city center, easy to walk to all the pubs and all through Galway. Quiet at night, and a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jantje

Proximity to Galway
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Katie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, comfortable hotel in a great location with amazing staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024