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Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland

The Hardiman - A Victorian landmark hotel on Eyre Square with traditional afternoon tea service and multiple dining venues

Standing on Eyre Square since 1852, this historic Galway hotel maintains its original Victorian architectural features while housing 103 guest rooms, including 19 luxury suites. The Hardiman provides three distinct dining venues: the Gaslight Brasserie serving Irish produce-based dishes, the Oyster Bar for light meals and cocktails, and the Parlour Lounge known for traditional afternoon tea service. Guest rooms feature satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, walk-in showers, and tea/coffee facilities, while deluxe suites add king-size beds, double sinks, and separate seating areas. MacNeill's pub, located within The Hardiman, offers live music and traditional food. The property sits 5 minutes' walk from key attractions including the Medieval City Walls, Spanish Arch, and Lynch's Castle. Transportation links include Galway Coach Station one minute away, with regular tours departing to Connemara and the Cliffs of Moher.

Pros

Victorian-era building retains original architectural features and high ceilings

Live music performances at the on-site MacNeill's pub

Multiple room types from standard doubles to top-floor deluxe suites

Direct access to Eyre Square and medieval Galway attractions

Cons

21.5 miles distance to Connemara region

2 hours 15 minutes from Dublin Airport

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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
34 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Classic Double Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Small Double Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room
2 persons
18 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre
Galway200 m
Airports
Connemara (NNR) 31.3 km
Shannon (SNN) 84.4 km
Train
Galway Railway Station100 m

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
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Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Nearby
Park
Eyre Square
130 m
Church
Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra
560 m
Castle
Lynch's Castle
400 m
Mall
Galway's Latin Quarter
580 m
Mall
Eyre Square Centre
120 m
Art object
Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde
230 m
Eyre Square Shopping Centre
The Medieval City Walls
20 m
Museum
Nora Barnacle House
440 m
36-40 Eyre Square
Quincentennial Fountain
120 m
Eyre Square
The Browne Doorway
120 m
26 Shop Street
The Claddagh Ring Museum
390 m
12-13 Market St
Lynch Memorial Window
390 m
Kirwan's Lane off Quay St
Kirwan's Lane
550 m
Druid Lane
Hall of the Red Earl
500 m
Middle Street
490 m
Lough Atalia Road
Forthill Graveyard
570 m
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Riverside Walk
490 m
Church
St Augustine's Parish Galway
340 m
Store
My Shop... Granny Likes It
360 m
Saint Francis Abbey 8 Saint Francis Street
The Abbey
420 m
Galway's West End
490 m
Restaurants
An Pucan Bar & Restaurant
60 m
11 Forster Street Eyre Square
Le Bistro Restaurant
10 m
Eyre Square Hotel Eyre Square
Tigh Fox Trad House
30 m
2 Forster Street
Garvey's
30 m
13 Eyre Square Garvey's Inn
Merchant Cafe
50 m
Forster Street
Park House Restaurant
160 m
Park House Forster Street
Vocho
90 m
19 Forster Street Eyre Square
Fibber Magees
120 m
3 Eyre Square
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