In the heart of Galway City Centre, The Dean Galway offers a unique blend of luxury and convenience. Unwind with a coffee at the rooftop cafe or enjoy live music in one of its three bars. With two restaurants, an outdoor pool, and helpful staff that guests rave about.
The Dean Galway features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Eyre Square and Quay Street. After visiting the fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include an outdoor pool and a steam room. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
100 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No on-site parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
2 restaurants
3 bars/lounges
Coffee shop
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Facilities
Built in 2022
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Steam room
Outdoor furniture
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom dressing table
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Hand-held shower heads
Portable shower seat
Raised toilet seat
Height-adjustable showerheads
Grab bar near toilet
Grab bar in shower
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Roll-in shower
Transfer shower
Accessible bath
Doorbell and phone notifications
Lever door handles
Step-free path to entrance
Ceiling hoist
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
32-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
CD player
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Rainfall shower heads
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Local maps
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20 per person
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
The Dean Galway Hotel
The Dean Galway Galway
The Dean Galway Hotel Galway
Frequently asked questions
Does The Dean Galway offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Dean Galway does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Dean Galway?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Dean Galway?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Dean Galway?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Dean Galway.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Dean Galway?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an on-site casino at The Dean Galway?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (4-min drive) and Claudes Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Dean Galway and nearby?
The Dean Galway has 3 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near The Dean Galway?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.
What's the area around The Dean Galway like?
The Dean Galway is a short 6-minute walk from Galway Station and 5 minutes' walk from Eyre Square. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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The Dean Galway Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property's gym was highly praised for its cleanliness, variety of equipment, and excellent condition. (16 reviews)
The pool and hydrotherapy area were highly recommended and a highlight of the stay. (16 reviews)
The spa area was a highlight, with many guests praising its facilities, including the pool, jacuzzi, steam room, and sauna. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
21 Mar 2025
Great stay in a beautiful hotel.
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Apr 2025
Great stay
Really enjoyed the stream room and sauna. Staff was all great. Room was slightly cramped.
DEBES,
DEBES,, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Apr 2025
Great Stay in a Great Location
We loved our one-night stay at The Dean Galway! The room was so cute, love the record player and set-up. Staff was lovely and check-in/check-out process was smooth. The location is wonderful too!
Murphy
Murphy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2025
Brilliant place to stay!
Fabulous stay. Absolutely enjoyed our stay. The outdoor heated pool / jacuzzi, steam room, sauna were a nice treat. The room was very cool. I can’t wait to go back. Hopefully for longer next time.
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jan 2025
Fab hotel will definitely return
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
We had a lovely 2 night stay. The room was really comfortable and clean. The heated pool and facilities were great. Great distance in to town everything within walking distance. Really enjoyed our break away
Majella
Majella, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 Feb 2025
Nice room and gym
Nice gym and pool and room was nice too
Gilles
Gilles, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov 2024
Lovely hotel will be back
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
Was very good no complaints staff very efficient and friendly
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
4 Dec 2024
Great Stay
Very modern hotel with lovely staff. Very noisy outside at night time. Leisure area was amazing
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
Great city spot
Great stay in this city centre hotel - room was upgraded and very comfortable - the best hotel towels for a long time!
Only gripe -parking is a 5-6 minute walk away (in the rain)
Rooftop bar and terrace fab - look forward to returning in the summer
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 June 2024
Great place
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
17 Apr 2025
Disappointed
Had to change room due to unbearable smells, new room heating controls not working,
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 July 2024
It was a great hotel everyone was very friendly great experience will stay here again definitely
Mindy
Mindy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Sept 2024
Lovely hotel. Very comfortable bed and posh bathroom. Rooftop restaurant was excellent. My favorite part was the pool/giant jacuzzi.
Christy
Christy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jan 2025
Good experience. Decor was very cool. Lots of mirrors lights & high ceilings.
However service for drinks was quite slow
Natalie
Natalie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2024
The decor was so beautiful,great ambiance
Rosaleen
Rosaleen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Excellent service
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
Excellent
Really nice hotel, the room was huge and super comfy! Really quiet and i had a great sleep my whole stay. Staff in the spa/gym were super helpful and friendly too. Really recommend this hotel for female solo travelers! I felt very safe and relaxed there.
Lucy
Lucy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 2024
Renovated city hotel. Very up to date. Parking was a bit of a pain. Convenient walking location and staff were very nice.
nancy
nancy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Mar 2024
Great location!
Cassie
Cassie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2024
great neighbourhood close to everything
Rachael
Rachael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
Super cute place! Loved the accessibility of everything.
Rachel
Rachel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Sept 2024
We loved our stay at the Dean! Great location, very walkable to all of the restaurants and shops. Customer service was also superb. The only downside was trying to find parking as they do not have a dedicated parking garage/lot.