The Residence Hotel

3.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
Exterior
Triple Room
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Quay Street, Galway, Galway, H91 P628
  • Quay Street
    1 min walk
  • 1520
    1 min walk
  • Galway Station
    9 min walk
  • Galway (GWY)
    24 min drive

Room options

Triple Room

  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Twin Room

  • 20.0 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Galway

A stay at The Residence Hotel places you in the heart of Galway, steps from Quay Street and Hall of the Red Earl. .This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Spanish Arch.

What's nearby

  • Quay Street - 1 min walk
  • Spanish Arch - 4 min walk
  • Eyre Square - 8 min walk
  • Galway Harbour - 8 min walk
  • University of Galway - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 9 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonagh's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Quays - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tigh Neachtain - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Front Door - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Residence Hotel

Galway hotel in Galway City Centre with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
The Residence Hotel offers 20 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Galway hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The Residence Hotel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and ATM/banking services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
M Fitzgerald's Bar - This pub serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking on site (EUR 12 per night)
  • Off-site parking within 246 ft (EUR 12 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • M Fitzgerald's Bar

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

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

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV
  • Netflix
  • Satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

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

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 December 24 and December 26.

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 cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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 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 rating system.

Property is also known as

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

The Residence Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 280 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 280 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 280 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 280 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 280 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanja

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mairead

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Location but no breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Stanley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing.
This hotel was one of the biggest disappointments in our 4 week trip in the British Isles. It is located on a very busy and loud walking street, making it difficult to access and loud outside until around 3 am. The elevator smelled, the coffee maker leaked and didn’t work and the shower water pressure was non existent. The room was over $300 Euros per night - too expensive for its shortfalls.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

debra

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Meh
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Older hotel in a great location. There is no onsite parking. Very noisy, even on weekdays. We heard loud music and yelling well after midnight. Trash cleanup and trucks starting at 6 am. No AC. Clean room and friendly staff. Surprised by the overall rating. People must really like the location. Hotel is just okay. Solid 6 or 7. Not a 9/“wonderful”
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Danna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok first let me say…it was a nice hotel. It was clean, comfy room, and staff were friendly. Now for the not so good…while others have commented on it being noisy…I assumed typical noise for the pub district. I did not expect for it to sound like I had a damn nightclub in my room. They have commented on others reviews saying their hotel specific website states it can be noisy…their Expedia info does not. And really how many of us go to the individual website to check it out? I expected some noise as a result of street traffic but not the echo of the bars live music (think bass thumping) til the wee hours of the morning. So if you appreciate a good night sleep, are traveling with children or are not in the party scene…DO NOT book here! If the late night live music club hopping is your jam…book away you will love it! As for me 3 hours of sleep for €296…not worth it. Oh AND when we asked how long the music would be going for…we were given earplugs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

LYNSEY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would only recommend for young partiers as just a decent place to crash after a night out, but not for a family/kids or anyone wanting a nice retreat. The pictures are deceiving. 1 star for the misleading photos/description. We had trouble finding the place and after asking several people, we were directed to a small door placed between two restaurant patios. No wonder they didn’t post pictures of their entrance. The first gal to greet us was friendly and she’d get 5 stars, but the other 2 people we dealt with for questions and check out were pretty miserable. The place is old and kind creepy but it was clean. Our room was tiny, didn’t have television to watch (could only cast apps from your phone but we didn’t have those), got 3 tiny twin beds pushed together, no toiletries in bathroom, coffee maker with no cups…it honestly felt a bit like an upscale hostel. Now this wouldn’t be so bad if it was a cheap stay- but it was nearly $300 for a weeknight! I expected more with that price. The location is great if you want a fun street side atmosphere or plan on going out because you are literally in the middle of a bustling walkable street. The bar/restaurant attached was fun and a cool atmosphere. If youre there for the nightlife, have at it. Otherwise book elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location in the midst of everything fun!
Great stay with reception staff going the extra mile to ensure our stay was organised. Recommend the pub downstairs for food and music but get in early or you will miss out. The room can get a bit hot but use the fans supplied, they do a great job! Overall the Residence had everything we were wanting from our stay which was fun and ease.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tub extremely deep and dangerous to get in and out after a shower
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Nice room! Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
A great location, right in the thick of it. The only downside to that is that it’s a little noisy at night (something we were aware of before booking anyway).

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while in Galway. Stop thinking about it and just book it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location
Perfect location. Staff was incredible. Room was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

M

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great boutique feel hotel with a warm welcome and central location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience! Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location. 10/10 would recommend this property and stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken, Burlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

DAVID

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was not as expected. We were told where parking was off property when they had parking in the hotel lot. This was inconvenient to say the least.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Pete

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No complaints :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024