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The Hardiman

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Eyre Square

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Lounge
James Hardiman Suite ( (Four Poster Bed)
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Exterior

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

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Classic Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

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

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Junior Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

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

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

James Hardiman Suite ( (Four Poster Bed)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

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.

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. 175 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 279 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy Joseph, Brooklyn

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

2/10 Terrible

Maurice

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has a lot work to do. Photos are highly doctored and edited to post on Expedia. The reason why this hotel has this many stars is because of the proximity to Eyre Square. Mold in the bathroom, the leg for the bathroom sink was broken, the glass shelf next to the sink was broken, room had absolutely no ventilation which will create a mold breeding ground. I honestly don't understand why in Europe they put 2 twin beds together to make a king; thats like a 2.5 star hotel move or even a motel move. The bed was brick solid hard. You wake up and your entire body hurts and is sore. You feel the grooves between both twin beds and the straps holding the beds together. Quite uncomfortable. The sheets for the beds were the opposite of soft. The sheets were so rough you could grate garlic on them and it would come out minced; what a terrible feeling. The entire bathroom floor gets soaked after showers with the nonesensical half shower door that does not stay in place. I imagine how much of a safety issue that creates. If the management blames the bathroom issues on the cleaning staff, that is what you call unaccountability on managments behalf. Man, the chandelier in the bedroom was not even centered on the plaster. I don't live like this and anyone paying money to stay at a highly rated hotel should not either. Other guests in the hotel were nicer than the staff. Outright appalled and wish I could get a FULL REFUND. I will be back to Ireland but absolutely not this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Randall, Steamboat Springs

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room in a beautiful property perfectly located within Galway - right next to the train and bus stations, but quiet enough that you never hear a thing! Also, the best vegan breakfast we had on the trip, and it's not advertised nearly enough. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

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

8/10 Good

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The amazing thing about this hotel is the service-very attentive. Our room had an issue so I requested another. The front desk offered an amazing room for the trouble which was not expected at all. An amazing view, much bigger, and a really nice gesture.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

8/10 Good

Cori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly check-in. Standard Irish breakfast. Shower was tiny! No frigerator in room. Felt the 250 euro rate was too high. Location was perfect to shopping, bars and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

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

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hot breakfast buffet &/or complimentary menu choices. Beds were very comfortable. Central location on Eyre Square was so convenient to Shop Street & all the restaurants & pubs & made our trip completely walkable. Nearby parking was close to major shopping centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good options
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Yoel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a beautiful hotel with a good staff. MacNeill's pub is great. It's in the center of Eyre Square.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Fintan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location .. lovely old hotel but needs some freshening up. Large comfortable rooms, beds and bathrooms but dated and dreary. Good service personnel but front desk personnel need some “hospitality” training. Very quiet and nice even with two weddings and a bachelorette party going on.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel has a very old vibe to it but it’s still very clean and has had updates. It came with a breakfast buffet that was very good. The bed was comfortable but the pillows were hard and as flat as rocks. We did have an issue with the shower. The drain was plugged with hair that caused the shower to overflow into the carpet of the room. We ended up cleaning the hair out of the drain ourselves so it wouldn’t soak the carpet further. It then left a musty smell to the room. I explained the issue at check out and the receptionist just wrote down to clean out the drain on a piece of paper and didn’t offer us any kind of compensation for having to clean a wad of hair out of the drain ourselves. That was what was disappointing. For a hotel that looked like it could be five stars it easily became three in my book.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy, Woodbridge

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. Very ornate. Good breakfast and friendly staff. Will note, didn't know it had no AC, so a tad warm, but still a nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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