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Imperial Hotel

Eyre Square Galway, Ireland

Business-friendly Galway hotel near Eyre Square

In city center
Located in the heart of Galway, this business-friendly hotel is within walking distance of Padraic O'Conaire Statue, Eyre Square, and St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church. Also nearby are Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St. Nicholas and Galway City Museum. Show more
Restaurant, bar/lounge
In addition to a restaurant, Imperial Hotel features a bar/lounge. Other amenities include a coffee shop/café and complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access.
Satellite television
Televisions come with satellite channels. Guestrooms also feature air conditioning, safes, and minibars. Hide

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3.6out of 5

Expedia Guest Rating

87%

of guests recommend

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Standard Double or Twin
1 double2 twinDesk. Television with satellite channels. High-speed Internet access. In-room safe. Complimentary newspapers. Minibar. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Standard Double and Single
1 double1 twinDesk. Television with satellite channels. High-speed Internet access. In-room safe. Complimentary newspapers. Minibar. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning.
Single room - Breakfast Included
1 BedDesk. Television with satellite channels. High-speed Internet access. In-room safe. Complimentary newspapers. Minibar. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning.
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Hotel Policies & Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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  • A resort fee is included in the total price displayed
Policies
  • Pets not allowed
  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-out time is noon

Accessibility Options

  • Accessible bathroom
  • In-room accessibility

Property Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Total number of rooms - 80
  • Number of floors - 5
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business services
  • Coffee shop or café
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Currency exchange
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Elevator/lift
  • Internet access in public areas - complimentary
  • Wired (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Suitable for children
  • Tour assistance

Rooms

Imperial Hotel offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Rooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and direct-dial phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Extra towels/bedding and wake-up calls can be requested.

Imperial Hotel, Galway,  Ireland, Rooms Guest Room

Room Amenities

  • High-speed Internet access
  • Air conditioning
  • Direct-dial phone
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Wake-up calls
  • Extra towels/bedding
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Desk
  • Alarm clock
  • Satellite television service
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Climate control
  • In-room safe

Dining

Imperial Hotel has a restaurant on site. Room service during limited hours is available.

Imperial Hotel, Galway,  Ireland, Dining Restaurant

Recreation

  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Running track/path nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Bird watching nearby
  • Horse riding/rental nearby

National Rating

Official Rating provided by Fáilte

Fáilte assigns an official star rating for hotels in Ireland. This Hotel property is rated as 3-stars.

Verified Reviews: All guest reviews are verified as submitted by our customers and reflect their stay at Imperial Hotel

3.6
out of 5
avg. guest rating
Hotel service:
3.7
Hotel condition:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4.0
Room comfort:
3.8
Location:
4.7
Neighbourhood:
4.5
88%

of guests recommend

out of 8 reviews

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A Traveller from UK
1.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted 12 Dec 2011

“Sleepless nights”

The room was nice enough. No wi-fi in the room though and only about 3 tv channels. A full breakfast was advertised which turned out to mean continental. The bar/restaurant was very unappealing and uncomfortable with big TVs on all walls showing sport. The real problem was the noise. A very noisy fan meant I did not like to switch the light on in the toilet at night. Noisy pipes kept going all night. The walls were thin so I could hear others talking next door. Unfortunately when they made love at 3 in the morning their bed banged against the wall behind the head of my bed making everything shake. This is in an area on the main square that seems to attract party goers.

A Traveller from Baltimore, MD
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 6 Apr 2011

“Good location”

My husband and I stayed here for a night on our recent 10 day trip to Ireland in March 2011. It was located right next to lots of shops, pubs, and things to see, however, the parking garage where they have discounted parking was quite a distance away and was not helpful for people with suitcases. The breakfast in the morning was nice and made the price worth it. The room was large and we had an extra twin bed in the room beside our queen sized bed. The beds weren't that comfortable but it was ok for one night. We definitely could hear other people in other rooms but it wasn't too bad. We probably would look for someplace else next time we went but it was ok.

Debra from Brisbane, Australia
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 24 Sep 2010

“A gem in Galway”

When returning to Galway I'll definitely choose the Imperial again! Although kept very busy, the staff were extremely helpful. The location is perfect, right on Eyre Square where there is a tourist info booth! The only slight criticism I could make is that the rooms aren't very soundproof and my bathroom tap leaked. I ate at the hotel and the fare was authentic. Breakfast was included and it provided plenty of choice. I stayed for 6 days and the wifi worked throughout.

Getting there
If are travelling with local airlines, do take note of the luggage restrictions. They are fairly careful about weight!! You'll need to get a taxi from the airport as there are no buses, but avoid using taxis the remainder of your stay.
Getting around
Galway is so small you can go most places by foot. I hired a car for half a day to visit the area my ancestors came from. So glad I did because the countryside around Monivea and Abbey was a delight. The Budget office is on the Square and is the only car hire available in Galway. I got a brand new Golf which I enjoyed driving. You have to get on the Blue Hop on bus! See if you can get John as your driver. He's a wealth of info and a charmer.
Shopping
Faller's for knits - go to the store down towards the Arch - the girls are really helpful. Also if you are buying any claddagh rings or local jewellry, go to Claddagh and Celtic Jewellry Company on Spanish Parade. They have their own factory and prices are very reasonable.
A Traveller from Auckland, New Zealand
3.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 29 Jul 2010

“Central location, but not in good condition”

Comfortable enough bed and nice TV in the room, large room with free internet. However the bathroom was dirty, some tiles were broken and the bath had cracks. The bath tub was dirty too, we only used the shower. There seemed to be maintenance on some of the room which started early each day and made a lot of noise. The buffet breakfast provided is quite good with cereals, bread for toast, eggs, tea/coffee etc, pastries - a good option as eating out in Galway is quite expensive. The location was really good, close to the train station and within walking distance of everything. Staff were not very friendly.

A Traveller from NJ, USA
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 2 Jun 2010

“Home Away From Home”

I studied abroad at NUI in Galway. It had become my second home. I went back to visit all my friends there and choose the Imperial Hotel for its location. It was a great hotel and we had good view of Eyre Square. The room was large and it was very convenient that breakfast was served until almost noon. Hopefully, I will be going back yearly.

A Traveller from Philadelphia, PA
2.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted 5 Aug 2009

“Disappointed”

Check-in and check-out was met by an unwelcoming woman at the front desk. Room was a good size and clean. However, the noise at night was too much. Construction in the hotel was loud and started early in the morning. Some hallway lights worked, some did not.

Diana C from New York, NY
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 15 Jul 2009

“Not perfect but not to shabby”

I was rather amazed at the number of people who where staying in the hotel. From the outside, it doesn't seem like it could possibly hold that many people. Overall it was perfect for myself and my boyfriend. If you wanted your room clean then hang the sign on your door. If not, turn the sign around and hang it on your door. Our bed was nice and comfy. If I needed help with something I can ask the front desk and depending on who's servicing, you would get all the help you can possibly need. One manager in particular, and I forgot his name, was quite helpful and friendly at that. He diserves a raise. The free 'continental' breakfast could use a little work, but hey, it was free and anything free taste good. Also, being in the heart of everything wasn't so bad either. Right around the corner are the shops, pubs, and restaurants. Perfect location. Overall, I definately recommend this hotel if you're planning a visit to Galway.

Traveller's tip
We fell in love with this great little restaurant called Druid Lane. It's in the Quay if I'm correct. It's around the corner from the hotel, you just keep walking down past the shops, hippie street performers, and the happy, drunk people and you'll find it. It's small but cozy, and the food is absolutely great. The service was personal and friendly. I recommend the mussels, thai fish cakes, and the chicken (although I forgot what exactly the dish is called but it was gooooood).
A Traveller from Nievern, Deutschland
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 17 May 2011

“Hotel liegt total zentral, direkt in der Fußgängerzone und den beliebten Pubs”

älteres Hotel aber sauber und ordentlich. Primär ist die Zentrale Lage in der Innenstadt und die Nähe zu Pubs und der Fußgängerzone.

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A Traveller from Sassari, Italia+
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 11 Mar 2009

“buon hotel”

camere spaziose e confortevoli, buona colazione e buona cucina, cortesia e disponibilità. Ottimo rapporto qualità/prezzo.

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Imperial Hotel

Eyre Square Galway, Ireland

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • Padraic O'Conaire Statue - 0 km / 0 mi
  • Eyre Square - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
  • St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • St. Augustine's Church - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Nora Barnacle House - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Druid Theatre - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
  • Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St. Nicholas - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Galway City Museum - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • Spanish Arch - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • Galway Arts Centre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • National University of Ireland-Galway - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
  • Galway Greyhound Stadium - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
  • Galway Atlantaquaria - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
  • Pearse Stadium - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
  • Leisureland - 3 km / 1.8 mi

Location Highlights

  • In city center

The preferred airport for Imperial Hotel is Galway (GWY-Carnmore) - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi.

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Nearest Major Airport:

  • Galway, Ireland (GWY-Carnmore)

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Galway, Ireland: Considered Ireland's cultural heart, Galway is renowned for its vibrant festivals, celebrations, and events. The city's most famous event is the annual Galway Arts Festival. Galway's University of Ireland is home to the UNESCO archive of spoken material for the Celtic languages. Two world-renowned Irish-language theatres are also here: Taibhdhearc na Gaillimhe and the Druid Theatre Company.

Imperial Hotel

Eyre Square Galway, Ireland

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