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The Dean Galway

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 2 restaurants and bars

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Restaurant
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, iPod dock

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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80 Prospect Hill, Galway, D08 KR99
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Quay Street
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Galway
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Super Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Super Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Mod Pod | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Mod Pod

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 136 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Luxury Penthouse | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Penthouse

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Galway

Located in Galway City Centre, The Dean Galway is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Eyre Square and Quay Street. This 100-room, 4-star hotel has 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shop Street - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Quay Street - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Galway Harbour - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Galway - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 6 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Supermac's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪An Púcán - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Murty Rabbitts - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mary Mullens Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Dean Galway

Art Deco hotel with 2 restaurants and bars
Built in 2022, the brand new The Dean Galway offers an outdoor pool, a gym, and a steam room. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and concierge services. Additional amenities include a rooftop terrace and free WiFi in public areas.
32-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and slippers. IPod docks, sitting areas, and minibars are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a steam room, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • CD player
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 20 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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

The Dean Galway Hotel
The Dean Galway Galway
The Dean Galway Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Dean Galway?

The Dean Galway offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dean Galway?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dean Galway on Nov 2, 2025 start from $143.81, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near The Dean Galway?

This hotel is situated in Galway City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Eyre Square and Quay Street. You'll also find Shop Street and Galway Shopping Center less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Dean Galway?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Dean Galway feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Dean Galway doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Dean Galway?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Dean Galway a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, 3 bars, and 2 restaurants.

Does The Dean Galway have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does The Dean Galway feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Dean Galway has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will The Dean Galway allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Dean Galway though service animals are welcome.

Does The Dean Galway have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Dean Galway?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Dean Galway offer a balcony and may feature courtyard views.

The Dean Galway Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 518 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 518 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 518 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 518 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 518 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CARL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing from check-in to check-out!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

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

Great staff but disappointing room

First of all the staff were brilliant and have no complaints about them. Also foyer and reception area were very cool. However.... we were in a mod pod room which was very small. It also backed onto the pool which is a jacuzzi and at 6 30am it was turned on and guests were using it from 7am This meant we were woken early with no chance of getting back to sleep. The rooms opposite looked directly into ours which meant no privacy unless we pulled the blind right down and the walls were so thin we could hear the people in the room next to us talking and even heard their vibrate. There are other rooms im the hotelwhich maybe better so avoid the mod pod pool room if possible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Timmary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUNG MIN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern hotel. Decent size room. Loved the access to pool and sauna. Breakfast at Sophie was great. Friendly statfs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaylene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 2 night stay at The Dean was amazing. We landed at 5am but our check-in wasn’t until 3pm and the staff were extremely accommodating and were able to get us checked in around 11am (so thankful for that because we were exhausted from our flight). The rooms were spacious for 1-2 people. The decor and ambiance throughout the hotel was great. And it was a plus having Sofie’s on the rooftop with incredible food and views of the city. I wish there was onsite parking but there is a parking lot about 5 min walk from the hotel, so not a major issue if you’re renting a car. Overall, 10/10 experience and would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Dean was a great spot to stay. Really convenient to the city parking (which they validate for a cheaper rate), downtown shops/restaurants, and the ferry. The room was very clean and comfortable. We didn’t have time to check out the pool or gym, but they looked awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

One of the best hotel experiences I've ever had

A really fantastic experience. The hotel is very modern with some incredible facilities and in a great location just 5 mins from Eyre Square. The gym is as good as a gym I've ever seen in a hotel. The staff there couldn't have been more helpful. Then the heated outdoor pool, sauna, steam room and plunge pools really set the place ahead of most other hotels. Really clean and convenient. The room was very small but had everything needed; a very comfortable bed, great shower and TV. It's quite like a modern hotel room in New York or even Tokyo; small but modern. I'll be massively recommending the hotel to everyone thinking of going to Galway and definitely will be back. Other hotels could learn a lot from the Dean's approach!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mr B

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This would have been a slam dunk 5* review, but after forgetting something in our room on check out 'Baseball Hat'- we tried to contact the hotel but Emails sent into a black hole, no one got back to us and it was extremely disappointing. I wish the service was better because the rest of the place was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

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

Amazing

I loved the hotel, exactly as described . It was spotless, clever signage . All the staff were outstanding. Pool an gym set up were great. The rooftop restaurant was top notch. I slept so well there. Great mirror shower. Ask for extra coathanger s, as lack of storage was a thing. Treat yourself an stay there.
Terrific signage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to stay close to the center of Galway
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Elena

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ivonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicer places to stay in Galway. New hotel. New pub in the hotel to look like an old Irish pub. Staff was nice. Room was very nice. 10 minute walk to the main shopping areas. O’Connells pub is like a 6-7 minute walk. Very clean and felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, amazing gym and the top floor Sophie's restaurant and Cocktail Bar next to main floor is top notch. Great area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Loren

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No closets, rooms are cramped cause there is no where to put luggage. We had 3 rooms and both my son’s girlfriends had expensive make up and face wash products missing from their room. The door you have to pull it shut cause one of the doors was left open after housekeeping. The staff was quick to credit for missing items however, only after we left my other son ‘s girlfriend mentioned some expensive make up (foundation and 2 lipstick, plus hair pins) were gone. Since I’ve experienced these problems before I tend to lock my luggage every single day so I didn’t have anything missing. Other than that location is great, amenities like pool, sauna, steam room, gym are all great. The rooftop floor has a fabulous view and we spent a lot of time on both the upper and lower bar for cocktails Staff is very friendly however the biggest problem is of course items missing and cramped quarters for luggage
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Traveled with family
Loud room from road, teenage kids not allowed in pool area - even at odd times - but great roof top restaurant and coffee bar
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Amenities
Fantastic service and atmosphere; good food
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roisin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are very small, but functional. Location close to town, handy. No car parking on site, & would be an uphill walk with bags from the designated pay car park, but we only had overnight bag, no issue - & it wasn’t raining! €12 for hotel discount parking. Didn’t eat in hotel, bar was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keely

The room had significant wear and tear. Cracked tiles on the wall and floor. I think this is ideal for the night but no longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lively decor, good location and great staff. wish we had a chance to use the pool but the bar and coffee shop were lovely. rooms are a little snug if you’ve got a lot of luggage and some towels were a bit beaten/threadbare, those were the only small drawbacks. would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025