Welcome to The Hardiman – Galway

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About the Hotel

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland

Rooms

The Hardiman offers 103 guest rooms, including 19 luxury suites, each illuminating historical character combined with modern amenities. Guest rooms include high-end furnishings, stylish decor, and are designed for comfort and efficiency. Many rooms provide picturesque views of Eyre Square, enhancing the stay with unique local charm.

Dining Experiences

Dining options at The Hardiman vary from Afternoon Tea in the Oyster Lounge to dinner in the Gaslight Brasserie. The Oyster Bar serves cocktails and light bites, perfect for casual gatherings. Private dining events can be extensively catered for, offering spaces for family celebrations or corporate meetings.

Location

The Hardiman stands prominently on Eyre Square, a historic site since 1852. It is strategically located within walking distance to various shops, bars, and cafes in Galway City. The hotel's proximity to rail and bus stations makes it convenient for both leisure and business travelers.

Entertainment

Guests can enjoy live music and a vibrant atmosphere at MacNeill's, a cozy bar located beneath the hotel. MacNeill's invites guests to savor hearty food alongside an extensive range of beverages. This space captures the spirit of Galway, fulfilling the need for a lively and warm social environment.

Accessibility

The Hardiman is easily accessible from multiple airports, with Shannon Airport just 1 hour away and Dublin Airport 2 hours and 15 minutes from Galway. For those opting for bus or rail, the hotel is adjacent to the central train station and less than a minute's walk from Galway Coach Station. Numerous bus tours depart from the coach station, making local exploration simple.

Highlights

Location: City Centre Location

Rooms: 19 luxury suites

Dining: Gaslight Brasserie

Entertainment: MacNeill's

Access: 1 hour away

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Choose from doubles, suites, or family rooms, many with breakfast, flexible cancellation, and promotional rates
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
34 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Classic Double Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Small Double Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room
2 persons
18 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
Galway200 m
Airports
Connemara (NNR) 31.3 km
Shannon (SNN) 84.4 km
Train
Galway Railway Station100 m

Facilities

Boutique hotels design their amenities with your relaxation and unique travel experiences in mind

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mobile phone charger
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Map view
Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Nearby
Park
Eyre Square
130 m
Church
Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra
560 m
Castle
Lynch's Castle
400 m
Mall
Galway's Latin Quarter
580 m
Mall
Eyre Square Centre
120 m
Art object
Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde
230 m
Eyre Square Shopping Centre
The Medieval City Walls
20 m
Museum
Nora Barnacle House
440 m
36-40 Eyre Square
Quincentennial Fountain
120 m
Eyre Square
The Browne Doorway
120 m
26 Shop Street
The Claddagh Ring Museum
390 m
12-13 Market St
Lynch Memorial Window
390 m
Kirwan's Lane off Quay St
Kirwan's Lane
550 m
Druid Lane
Hall of the Red Earl
500 m
Middle Street
490 m
Lough Atalia Road
Forthill Graveyard
570 m
GalwayIreland
Riverside Walk
490 m
Church
St Augustine's Parish Galway
340 m
Store
My Shop... Granny Likes It
360 m
Saint Francis Abbey 8 Saint Francis Street
The Abbey
420 m
Galway's West End
490 m
Restaurants
An Pucan Bar & Restaurant
60 m
11 Forster Street Eyre Square
Le Bistro Restaurant
10 m
Eyre Square Hotel Eyre Square
Tigh Fox Trad House
30 m
2 Forster Street
Garvey's
30 m
13 Eyre Square Garvey's Inn
Merchant Cafe
50 m
Forster Street
Park House Restaurant
160 m
Park House Forster Street
Vocho
90 m
19 Forster Street Eyre Square
Fibber Magees
120 m
3 Eyre Square
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