The Residence Hotel, Galway

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

Quay Street, Galway, Ireland
Great
8.4
8.4
/10
4.3
4.3
/5

The Residence Hotel offers 3-star accommodations with a Booking.com rating of 8.4/10. Featuring a bar and restaurant, this Galway hotel provides a blend of comfort and convenience for guests exploring the area.

Rooms & Amenities

The Residence Hotel comprises 69 guest bedrooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, WiFi, and tea and coffee-making facilities. The interiors are designed to showcase the city's history with unique features, including one of the original medieval walls running through the property.

Dining Options

The hotel's bar features a split-level design with traditional and medieval elements. Guests can experience lunch and dinner options while enjoying local flavors, including vegan and vegetarian selections.

Location & Attractions

The Residence Hotel is a short distance from attractions such as Eyre Square and the Spanish Arch, as well as numerous restaurants like Freddy's on Quay Street. Guests can explore Galway's vibrant culture with theaters and galleries nearby.

Transportation & Accessibility

Transportation options include nearby bus stops at Jury's Hotel and Galway Bus Station, providing easy access around the city. The hotel is also close to Galway's Film Festival venues, adding to its cultural accessibility.

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The Residence Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Triple Room
3 persons
230 sq. feet 
3 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Double Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine

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Facilities

The Residence Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.3/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Residence Hotel Location

Quay Street, Galway, Ireland
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Quay Street, Galway, Ireland
Nearby
Park
Eyre Square
2000 ft
Square
Spanish Arch
1000 ft
Museum
Galway City Museum
900 ft
Galway City Centre
Quay Street
400 ft
Church
Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra
700 ft
Castle
Lynch's Castle
1000 ft
The Tower Wolfe Tone Bridge
The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum
500 ft
Mall
Galway's Latin Quarter
300 ft
Museum
Nora Barnacle House
800 ft
Kirwan's Lane off Quay St
Kirwan's Lane
100 ft
Art object
Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde
1200 ft
Druid Lane
Hall of the Red Earl
200 ft
GalwayIreland
Galway Bay
900 ft
26 Shop Street
The Claddagh Ring Museum
600 ft
12-13 Market St
Lynch Memorial Window
800 ft
Eyre Square Shopping Centre
The Medieval City Walls
1900 ft
36-40 Eyre Square
Quincentennial Fountain
1800 ft
Bridge
Wolfe Tone Bridge
500 ft
Eyre Square
The Browne Doorway
1800 ft
Church
St Augustine's Parish Galway
700 ft
GalwayIreland
Riverside Walk
1500 ft
Store
My Shop... Granny Likes It
1100 ft
Saint Francis Abbey 8 Saint Francis Street
The Abbey
1600 ft
Market
Galway Market
600 ft
Restaurants
MacDonagh
100 ft
Dublin Road Junction Shopping Centre
Xian Street Food
100 ft
9 Quay Street
The Dough Bros
1000 ft
1 Middle Street Middle Street
The Burgerstory
200 ft
1 Quay Lane
Boojum - Galway
400 ft
Unit 1 Cois Ce Spanish Parade
Aunty Nellies Sweet Shop
400 ft
10 High Street
Deelys Cafe
600 ft
6 Mainguard Street
Cafe Express
600 ft
28 Shop Street
Getting around
City Centre
Galway5 min  ·  1400 ft
Airports
Connemara Airport (NNR)46 min  ·  19.0 mi
Shannon Airport (SNN)128 min  ·  52.9 mi
Train
Galway Railway Station8 min  ·  2000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 12 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
18
Former name
Spanish Arch Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Residence Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 261 verified reviews
7.9/10
Very good
78%
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.7/10
Facilities
8.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
7.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 449 reviews
8.4/10
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