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The Hardiman

4.5 star property
Victorian hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Lounge
Bar (on property)
James Hardiman Suite ( (Four Poster Bed)
Classic Double Room | Bathroom
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$271
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Explore the area

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Eyre Square, Galway
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galway Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Galway
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2020
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2020
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

James Hardiman Suite ( (Four Poster Bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Galway

A luxury stay in the heart of Galway awaits you at The Hardiman. You'll find Eyre Square a few steps away and Galway Harbour within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. 11 square feet (1 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Galway City Centre hotel include Galway City Museum and Galway Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Quay Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Galway Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Galway Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Galway - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Hardiman

Victorian hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
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 metres) and includes conference space. The luxury The Hardiman also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. A complete renovation of The Hardiman was completed in March 2020.

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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Hardiman offers 97 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Satellite televisions are provided.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 11 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1852
  • Renovated entire property - March 2020
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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: from 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 all 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 ratings 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

Are there any beaches close to The Hardiman?

The closest beach to The Hardiman is Grattan Beach (1.7 km).

How much does it cost to stay at The Hardiman?

As of 19 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hardiman on 8 Dec 2025 start from AU$271.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Hardiman serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Hardiman?

No, The Hardiman does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Hardiman?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Hardiman?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Hardiman?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Hardiman Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 256 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Eren

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best look like you belong

Upon arrival there was no where to stop and check in and drop of luggage. When my wife went in she felt that the staff was snooty. Everyone else we dealt with was very hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
An awful stay. The glory days of the Hardiman are long gone. Room 410 has been ravaged by damp with walls and rhe ceiling visibly damaged. The toilet seat was loose and the room was like an oven with no aircon. Forget morning sleep-ins - the building site right outside the window will ensure you are wide awake long before 8am The Hardiman is vastly overpriced and poor value for money
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John, Westport

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Right next to the train station and close to “old” Galway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie, Herts

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel rooms need complete renovation. Old, tired and poorly specified
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room has everything we needed! Front desk staff was a little short but the gentleman in the oyster bar and a cleaning lady that helped us find our room were fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Reilly Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, great staff. Lots of history. Beautiful building. Needs a serious refresh, facilities in poor condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful, Expedite and Hardiman had issues communicating so it was a bit of a hassle for us to keep going to f leont desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Phillip

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

6/10 Okay

Linda

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bathroom had puddles of water around the sink after washing our hands, brushing our teeth etc. when I told the front desk they needed to fix it they said they’d have someone clean it up (which didn’t resolve the problem). I set my laundry outside the door at 7:45sm after the front desk told me it had to be outside the door by 8sm. I got a phone call from the desk saying they didn’t pick it up in time. (Okay, no problem). However, they didn’t know where the laundry was. I was confused -either you picked it up or you didn’t). After two phone calls and two visits to the front desk they were able to locate it in “the linen room”, and this was after they insisted it was returned to my room (even though they previously said they never picked it up). I think a 4 star rated hotel shouldn’t have these issues. On a positive note the beds were comfortable and the hotel decor is charming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location right on Eyre Square. Well apportioned rooms with super comfy beds. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

brayden

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stately hotel with character

Couldn't be anymore convenient. Literally right around the corner from the train/bus station and on Eyre Square. Short walk to good restaurants and pubs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Steve

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reception was not friendly at check in. Duvet old and torn. Room very hot. No thermostat. Had to open windows, therefore very noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Erin

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

JEFFREY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel conveniently located

This is a lovely historical building right on Eyre Square. The staff are all very friendly and my room was comfortable. I had a nice view of the square on 3rd floor and the room was mostly very quiet. My only quibble, and this is common among hotels in Ireland, is the bathing option. It is a very deep tub with a half door of glass. This is not suitable for those with mobility issues and I'm in great physical shape and it was a pain for me. The shower is in the tub so the water floods the bathroom floor as a half door isn't adequate. This is a recipe for an accident. While a deep tub is luxurious for those who like baths, it's difficult to get in and out of. That said, the hotel is lovely and they offer a plethora of breakfast options which are mostly good. I don't recommend the scrambled eggs on the buffet. In addition, i was thrilled to see a smoothie among the selections, but unfortunately it was grainy and very sour. These are all fixable issues and i hope the hotel is listening.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel & AMAZING breakfast

The Hardiman is a lovely gem of a hotel in the heart of Galway. Very walkable. The decor, staff, pub, and breakfast were all phenomenal. Room & bathroom were large and comfortable. My only gripe with this hotel was the parking. We had a rental car and did not expect the challenges we faced with parking. The check-in/drop-off car pull-in area is very small - it only fits 3-4 cars/taxis and was full everytime we drove by. There is no signage outside the hotel directing you where to go for parking. The website did mention an off-site carpark that they offered discount parking at, so we routed there. I was surprised to see how far from the hotel it was but luckily, we didn't have much luggage. Other than the parking situation, I had a lovely experience with this hotel. Even the parking wasn't all that bad as the discount was generous and easy to use. It was just a little far and was not advertised well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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

8/10 Good

Sara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed for two day visit to Galway. The hotel was nice but dated. The staff were kind but overworked it seemed. Over clean place, just needs updating and some fresh paint.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025