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About the Hotel

Centre, Galway 80 Prospect Hill, Galway, Ireland

The Dean Galway stands out as the city's first design-led boutique hotel, offering a unique blend of modern luxury and historical architecture. It is strategically located close to key attractions such as Eyre Square and the Latin Quarter. The hotel serves as an excellent base for exploring the scenic Wild Atlantic Way and immersing in Galway's vibrant culture.

Location

Situated just 0.5 km from Galway's city center, The Dean Galway provides easy access to attractions like Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and the Spanish Arch. Shannon Airport is located approximately 80 km away, offering convenient options for traveling to and from the hotel. The surrounding area also features a vibrant scene of shops, restaurants, and cultural experiences.

Rooms

The Dean Galway features a range of modern accommodations, including bespoke SupeRooms and spacious suites. Each unit is equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a minibar. Suites include additional spaces for relaxation, complete with separate living areas and luxurious bathrooms.

Eat & Drink

Sophie’s Restaurant & Rooftop Bar offers a diverse menu that combines American and Italian cuisine, complemented by stunning panoramic views of the city. Guests can also enjoy casual dining at Elephant & Castle, renowned for its famous chicken wings and classic New York-style dishes. Room service is available for those who prefer dining in the comfort of their room.

Leisure & Business

The hotel boasts leisure facilities including a fitness center, a hot tub, and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests have complimentary access to Power Gym, known for its luxurious design and state-of-the-art equipment. Business travelers can utilize the 24-hour front desk and free WiFi to stay connected while working remotely.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Mod Pod

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Super Rooms

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Suite

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2 persons

42 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Galway400 m

Airports

Connemara (NNR) 31.7 km

Shannon (SNN) 84.0 km

Train

Galway Railway Station400 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Trendy Room Setup

“The room was stylishly decorated and came equipped with a hairdryer, hair straightener, and a Nespresso machine, enhancing my comfort during the stay.” view full review

Heated Pool Bliss

“I absolutely loved the heated swimming pool; it was a perfect retreat and a highlight of my visit. I could have spent all day relaxing there!” view full review

Spectacular Views

“Sophie’s rooftop restaurant offered breathtaking views while I enjoyed a delicious meal; it truly made dining a memorable experience.” view full review

Comfortable Beds

“The beds were incredibly spacious and comfy, ensuring that I had restful nights and woke up rejuvenated each morning.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Adults only
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Sauna
Steam room
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Centre, Galway 80 Prospect Hill, Galway, Ireland

Map view

Centre, Galway 80 Prospect Hill, Galway, Ireland

City landmarks

Church

Galway Cathedral

840 m

Square

Spanish Arch

1.1 km

University

National University of Ireland

1.3 km

Museum

Galway City Museum

980 m

Galway City Centre

Quay Street

890 m

Church

Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra

770 m

The Tower Wolfe Tone Bridge

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

970 m

Mall

Galway's Latin Quarter

700 m

Museum

Nora Barnacle House

610 m

Bridge

Salmon Weir Bridge

740 m

26 Shop Street

The Claddagh Ring Museum

610 m

157/159 Upper Salthill

Salthill Promenade

2.1 km

Kirwan's Lane off Quay St

Kirwan's Lane

820 m

Druid Lane

Hall of the Red Earl

750 m

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Galway Bay

1.1 km

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Riverside Walk

720 m

Nearby

Park

Eyre Square

340 m

Castle

Lynch's Castle

520 m

Art object

Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

420 m

Mall

Eyre Square Centre

410 m

Eyre Square Shopping Centre

The Medieval City Walls

290 m

36-40 Eyre Square

Quincentennial Fountain

250 m

Eyre Square

The Browne Doorway

260 m

Middle Street

250 m

Lough Atalia Road

Forthill Graveyard

500 m

12-13 Market St

Lynch Memorial Window

580 m

Galway's West End

250 m

Saint Francis Abbey 8 Saint Francis Street

The Abbey

460 m

Store

My Shop... Granny Likes It

500 m

Church

St Augustine's Parish Galway

600 m

Restaurants

The Western Restaurant

50 m

Apartment 14 Drom Ard 33 Prospect Hill Galway City Centre just off Eyre Square

Domino Pizza

140 m

16 Prospect Hill

Harry's at Water Lane

140 m

77 Bohermore

McGettigan's Galway

160 m

9-11 Prospect Hill Eyre Square

The Cornloft

240 m

St Patrick's Street Portumna

Jungle Cafe Galway

280 m

29 Forster Street

Hyde Bar & Gin Parlour

290 m

Forster Street The Forster Court Hotel

Vocho

310 m

19 Forster Street Eyre Square

Park House Restaurant

310 m

Park House Forster Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Central location

Small rooms

Overpriced dining

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

5.7

Location

8.0

Service

7.4

Dining

5.3

Jamie

United Kingdom, May 2024

6.2/10

The hotel rooms are basic and not very comfortable, unfortunately lacking ventilation and the possibility to open windows. The fully packed pay mini-bar is not practical for two people. The service was a bit mixed, requiring trips to the main bar a few times but being extremely nice and understanding when resolving issues. The location is good, close to nightlife without being noisy, but a bit cramped into a corner. The dining options are limited and might not be worth the price. Overall, the hotel has some drawbacks but also offers positive aspects.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms are basic and not very comfortable without ventilation or the possibility to open windows. The mini-bar is fully packed, which makes it impractical for two people.

Service

7.0

The service was a bit mixed, requiring trips to the main bar a few times, but the staff was extremely nice and understanding when resolving issues.

Location

7.0

The location is good, close to nightlife without the noise, but a bit cramped into a corner.

Dining

6.0

The dining options are limited and might not be worth the price.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offers limited facilities.

Edward

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.2/10

The hotel rooms were well-decorated and very clean, offering a cozy atmosphere, but be cautious of the overpriced mini bar items. The hotel also pre-authorizes charges on your card and asks for a security deposit, which may not be ideal for everyone.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were well-decorated and very clean, creating a cozy atmosphere. However, the mini bar items were overpriced.

Service

9.0

The service at the hotel was excellent, particularly at the restaurant and rooftop bar, despite some possible inexperience among the staff. They were friendly and provided a pleasant experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is fantastic, just a 5-minute walk from Eyre Square and close to the city center, offering a cool interior and convenience. However, some advertised amenities may not be readily available.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a bit overpriced for what was offered, but the food was delicious, even though it took some time to be served. However, improvements can be made regarding the value for money.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities such as room service, housekeeping, and a welcome drink, enhancing the overall guest experience.

Jim

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.4/10

The Dean Hotel offers comfortable rooms with a well-stocked mini-bar but with overpriced snacks. The service is friendly but a bit inexperienced. The location is central and ideal for exploring the city, while the dining experience may be lacking in variety. Overall, it's a convenient option with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are so comfortable and equipped with a fully packed mini-bar.

Service

7.0

The staff at The Dean Hotel are doing a fantastic job and delivering a great customer experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is very central, making it ideal for exploring the city.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience is very limited in choice and took a long time to serve.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities in The Dean Hotel are well-maintained.

John

United Kingdom, January 2024

6.8/10

The hotel rooms were packed with alcohol drinks and snacks, which could easily tempt anyone. The front room was small, noisy, and lacked sound barriers, facing a courtyard or bar area that was exceptionally loud. Despite these drawbacks, the location was peaceful and just a stroll away from Eyres Square, offering a nice balance of closeness to nightlife without the disturbance. The dining experience was excellent overall, although there were some aspects that were slow and not the best value. The service was lovely throughout the hotel, with a mix of attentiveness from staff, including a helpful receptionist awaiting a refund for an unopened minibar item.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were too full of alcohol drinks and snacks and were noisy with no sound barrier.

Service

7.0

The service was a mix of lovely interactions from staff throughout the hotel, though some were not as attentive or pleasant at times.

Location

8.0

The location was peaceful, close to Eyres Square but not noisy, offering wheelchair accessibility.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a mix of excellent and slow service, with some aspects not delivering value for money.

Facilities

7.0

Kevin

United States, November 2023

6.4/10

The hotel is convenient and centrally located, but the rooms were quite small and showing signs of wear. On the positive side, the service was welcoming and friendly despite some hiccups, and the dining options were a bit overpriced but tasty. Facilities are basic but sufficient for a comfortable stay.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were really small and worn out with overpriced minibar items.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and warm overall, although there were some disorganized moments.

Location

8.0

The location is very central and great for exploring the city.

Dining

6.0

The dining was overpriced but acceptable in quality.

Facilities

6.0

Basic facilities, nothing extraordinary but functional.

Friendly staff

Small rooms

Peter

United Kingdom, September 2023

5.2/10

The room was very small and noisy, lacking sound barriers but conveniently located near Eyre Square. The self-service breakfast was overpriced with snacks placed all around the room walls for extra charges.

Rooms

5.0

The room was very small and noisy, lacking sound barriers, facing a courtyard or bar area, contributing to excessive noise inside.

Service

7.0

The staff seemed inexperienced but friendly, with potential to improve over time. The hotel provided great food.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was good, close to Eyre Square and nightlife without being excessively noisy.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was poor and expensive, with delayed service and average quality.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacked proper in-room dining options and was in need of improvements.

Great location

Noisy rooms

Geoff

United Kingdom, June 2023

6.6/10

The hotel is conveniently located, close to nightlife without being too noisy, just a short walk from Eyre Square. The rooms are small and lack proper storage, making it awkward for two guests. Dining was satisfactory but not worth the high price. The location is central and quick to resolve any issues.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were tiny and not designed for two people, lacking adequate space and a wardrobe.

Service

7.0

The service staff were friendly and attentive.

Location

8.0

The location is very central and convenient, without being too noisy, making it quick to return to the hotel.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was alright, but not worth the high price.

Facilities

The facilities were satisfactory.

Reg

United Kingdom, June 2023

5.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a bit disappointing due to the noisy room that faced a busy outdoor bar, which lacked privacy, making it hard to sleep. I would have preferred a self-service breakfast option. However, the staff were excellent, very helpful, and friendly, which improved the overall experience.

Rooms

5.0

The room was very small and noisy, with traffic sounds and early bin collections affecting my sleep. There was also no sound barrier to reduce the noise from the courtyard or bar area outside.

Service

9.0

The staff were all excellent, very helpful, and friendly, which made a positive difference throughout my stay.

Location

7.0

The location is very central, close to main streets in Galway but unfortunately faces a busy outdoor bar area, impacting the room's noise levels.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was at the rooftop bar and was overall poor, lacking in quality and variety.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were limited, and the noise from the outdoor bar area affected the overall enjoyment of the stay.

clean

noisy rooms

Howard

United States, May 2023

6.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room was a bit disappointing as it was tiny with two single beds pushed together, and the noise from traffic and early morning bin collections made it hard to sleep. The location was convenient, close to the city center, and the dining options were limited but decent. Overall, a bit pricey for a one-night stay.

Rooms

5.0

The room was tiny with two single beds put together, and the noise from outside affected my sleep.

Service

7.0

I found the service to be friendly and more attentive than expected, with a manager overseeing everything.

Location

8.0

The location was good, close to the city center but away from noisy nightlife areas.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited but satisfactory for a quick meal.