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A grand lobby with a central seating area featuring a tufted sofa, blue and gold armchairs, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a chandelier, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.
A bar area with a glass table, stools, and a decorative plant arrangement.
A stained glass window with a geometric pattern, flanked by two leather booths and framed artwork on the walls.
A cozy restaurant with wooden walls, a bar area, and comfortable seating.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Eyre Square, Galway
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galway Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Galway Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, a vase with flowers, and a view of the city through the window.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Classic Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a red armchair, a small table with two martini glasses, and a painting on the wall.

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and shower. There is a mirror above the sink and a shelf with toiletries.

Junior Suite

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

Deluxe Suite

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

View all photos for James Hardiman Suite ( (Four Poster Bed)

A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

James Hardiman Suite ( (Four Poster Bed)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Galway

Central Galway getaway .You'll be steps from Eyre Square and within a 10-minute walk of Galway Harbour with a stay at this Galway City Centre hotel. Galway City Museum and Galway Bay are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shop Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Galway Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Quay Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galway Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 1 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Supermac's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pascal Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪An Púcán - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Skeff - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Garavan's Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Hardiman

4.5-star luxury hotel near Eyre Square
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 11 square feet (1 square meters) and includes conference space. The luxury The Hardiman also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

This Victorian Galway hotel is smoke free.

  • 97 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 11 sq ft of conference space
  • 1 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1852
  • Supervised kid's activities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Hardiman offers 97 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Satellite television is provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 11 per night)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Golf

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 11 per night (1148 ft away)

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

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property class

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.

Property is also known as

Hotel Meyrick
Hotel Meyrick Galway
Meyrick
Meyrick Galway
Meyrick Hotel
Meyrick Hotel Galway
Hotel Meyrick
The Hardiman Hotel
The Hardiman Galway
The Hardiman Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hardiman to the airport?

The Hardiman is 58.3 mi (66-min drive) away from the Shannon Airport (SNN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Hardiman have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Hardiman.

How close is The Hardiman to the beach?

This hotel is 1.4 mi (9-min drive) from Grattan Beach and 2.1 mi (15-min drive) from Ladies Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Hardiman offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Hardiman, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Hardiman?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Caesar's Palace (4-min drive) and Claudes Casino (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Hardiman?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Hardiman?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Hardiman have a pool?

The Hardiman does not have a pool.

Does The Hardiman have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Hardiman have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Hardiman to downtown Galway?

The Hardiman is 0.2 mi away from Galway.

The Hardiman Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 296 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great location to walk for shops, nightlife and sightseeing. The staff was super helpful and the rooms are spacious and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Helpful staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely corner room on the top floor overlooking Eyre Square. Staff was friendly and helpful. Bed was comfortable and the room was well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Val

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely a dropdead gorgeous hotel. From the lobby to the Oyster Bar and restaurant to the downstairs pub everything is absolutely perfect. Our room was amazing and looked out onto Eyre Square, which is where you want to be. A ten minute walk to the Latin Quarter, which is where we spent most our time souvenir shopping and going to all the various restaurants and pubs. Super fun. Great location for the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good breakfast and lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darisabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, they have us a map and recommendations for Galway. The room was clean and comfortable. Great location and walking distance. good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had lots of charm and amazing location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. Restaurant was good and location excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a lovely room, spotlessly clean(only issue was noise from building work outside our window from early in the morning). The staff were friendly and very helpful. We had a lovely breakfast both mornings, great choices available.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bar staff in Macneills were so friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay right next to Christmas markets. Fabulous breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room could have been cleaner. Staff were fine and friendly. Noise through the floors was loud. Could do with a bit more storage
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in heart of Galway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel. The hotel is beautiful and has great sitting spaces. The staff was very kind & helpful. It was a bit weird that no one answers the main phone number. Was a little disappointed that the room was so warm and we were not told it did not have ac. But everything else law was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room over looking the square. Breakfast was good too. Staff attended very welcoming and attentive
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very friendly staff and quiet comfy room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel centrally located with delicious breakfast and lovely bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Went for a one night stay, it was amazing. The hotel is fabulous staff are fabulous. it was a real 10 out of 10. The beds were super comfy, so were the pillows, the breakfast which was included in the room rate and made a super full menu, with plentiful breakfast items that wouldn’t disappoint every taste - I cannot find anything that wasn’t first class. We will stay there again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location; gorgeous room; friendly staff; valet parking. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here! Super convenient and pretty and well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tidy and beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025