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The Residence Hotel

3.0 star property
Experience city centre charm and great service. Enjoy local cuisine at the restaurant then unwind over drinks at the bar.

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In the heart of Galway City Centre, The Residence Hotel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a bar and restaurant. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, secure your belongings at the front-desk safe, enjoy self parking or take advantage of ATM/banking services - all while experiencing exceptional service from our top-rated staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • City view

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • City view

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • City view
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About the area

Located in Galway City Centre, a neighbourhood in Galway, The Residence Hotel is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Fisheries Watchtower Museum and Galway City Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Millennium Children's Park and Playground and National Aquarium of Galway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Galway Greyhound Stadium or Pearse Stadium. Visit our Galway travel guide
Map
Quay Street, Galway, Galway, H91 P628

What's nearby

  • Quay Street which includes outdoor art
    Quay Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Spanish Arch featuring street scenes and heritage elements as well as a couple
    Spanish Arch
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The colourful shopping street in Galway... #Architecture
    Shop Street
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Galway Harbour featuring boating, a river or creek and a marina
    Galway Harbour
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 0_B170YC
    Eyre Square
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station
    8 min walk
  • Shannon (SNN)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Quays
    1 min walk
  • McDonagh's Seafood Bar
    1 min walk
  • Tigh Neachtain
    1 min walk
  • The Front Door Pub
    1 min walk
  • Seven Bridge Street
    2 min walk

About this property

The Residence Hotel

Hotel near Eyre Square
The Residence Hotel provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • A lift, a front desk safe and concierge services
  • ATM/banking services and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Residence Hotel feature comforts, such as laptop-compatible safes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths or showers
  • 42-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services and satellite channels
  • Recycling, free infant beds and electric kettles

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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 12 per day); discounts available
  • Parking on site (EUR 12 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 10:30 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • M Fitzgerald's Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located in a busy area and has a bar with live music at night. Guests may experience related noise on weekends and most weekdays.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 26 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 13 per person
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 12 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 12 per day (246 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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

Spanish Arch Hotel Galway
Spanish Arch Hotel
Spanish Arch Galway
Spanish Arch
Residence Hotel Galway
Residence Hotel
Residence Galway
Spanish Arch Hotel
Spanish Arch Galway
The Residence Hotel Hotel
The Residence Hotel Galway
The Residence Hotel Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

Is The Residence Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Residence Hotel?

Self-parking is available for EUR 12 per night.

What time is check-in at The Residence Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Residence Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Residence Hotel located?

Located in Galway City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Quay Street and Eyre Square. Druid Theatre and Galway City Museum are just steps away. Galway Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Residence Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 365 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 365 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 365 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 365 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 365 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing! Great location and room was superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Location is right on the main strip of restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, love the bar under the hotel, manager was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great and very helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Definitely stay again and recommend

Awesome location, fantastic staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms with different designs. Location and overall hotel experience was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay here. Great friendly staff and awesome bar on the bottom floor. In a great location with convenient parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a few issues but were dealt very quickly by the staff. Highly recommend perfect location. Spanish arch car park is literally 2min walk.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Alan at the front desk was super helpful & friendly, he was absolute gem!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located above a bar that has live music. If you're looking to get a good nights sleep before 2am, I'd recommend staying somewhere else. Good walk to all location and clean/newer rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay at this hotel in Galway. Full stop. If you want to be in the thick of everything, this is your place. The staff were so kind and the room was spacious and clean. This hotel is literally minutes from pretty much everything. We WILL be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The directions to the hotel are a bit confusing due to all the road closures/one way streets. Location is perfect tho!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You’re in the middle of it all at the Residence. Great dining and shopping are right outside your door, and the attached pub is great too. Bring earplugs on a weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience with the bellman at the hotel. He was very personable, and even gave us chocolates for our anniversary celebration. The room was very clean and we loved the decoration. Overall we had a great experience there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joette

Liked: Staff & service
Excellent location in heart of pub & touristy shopping district. Note that the hotel is located directly above popular pub M.Fitzgeralds - secure a room on the 4th floor unless you plan to stay out until 1am. The hotel has agreements with 2 car parks - definitely use Hynes which has much wider spots than Spanish Arch but a bit farther walking to hotel. Entrance to hotel is easily missed so watch carefully.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly and welcoming :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

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

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

Location!

Excellent location and really Comfy rooms!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, great staff and the best location ever! Will stay here when I go back to Halway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is within walking distance and the hotel is very conveniently placed in the city
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location. Will always recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very central and has all the mod cons you need for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Kaylee

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Rooms was smaller than description. Good location. But too small of a room. No room for two people to pass each other in room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amazing staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super location!!!! It was in the middle of restaurants, bars, shopping, train station, and all the attractions!!! We had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025