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About the Hotel

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000

Rooms

The Skeffington Arms Hotel offers a range of 24 non-smoking accommodations across two floors, including single, double, twin, and triple rooms. Individually controlled air conditioning, premium bedding, and large writing desks enhance the experience. The bright décor adds a modern touch, with amenities such as coffee machines and complimentary bath products.

Dining

Dining options include The Skeff Kitchen, known for using locally sourced ingredients to create quality meals. Guests can enjoy breakfast in The Skeff Bar, which boasts a diverse menu ranging from hearty Irish breakfasts to light lunches. The Skeff Late Bar offers an extensive drink menu with multiple bars across several floors.

Entertainment

The Skeff Bar features live music every night, providing a lively atmosphere for guests and locals alike. With six bars and eight HD screens, it serves as a popular venue for sports enthusiasts. Events such as birthdays and engagement parties are also hosted, adding to the vibrant nightlife.

Location

Situated on Eyre Square, the hotel provides immediate access to Galway's shopping, dining, and nightlife. The bus and train depots are only a five-minute walk away, making travel convenient. Nearby attractions include the Latin Quarter and the picturesque Salthill promenade.

Parking

The Skeffington Arms Hotel offers discounted parking at the nearby Eyre Square Shopping Centre, which operates 24 hours a day. Guests can easily access drop-off zones located at both ends of the hotel's pedestrian street. This convenience is essential for those driving into the city center.

Highlights

Location: Overlooking Eyre Square

Rooms: 24 bedrooms over two floors

Dining: Skeff Kitchen offering locally sourced ingredients

Entertainment: Live music every night

Parking: Discounted at nearby Eyre Square Shopping Centre

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The hotel provides a selection of rooms—doubles, family rooms, and suites—with perks like free cancellation, breakfast options, and great value deals
Double Room
2 persons
12 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
19 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Single Room
2 persons
1 m² 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating

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Getting around town

Transport options available

City Centre
Galway100 m
Airports
Connemara (NNR) 31.6 km
Shannon (SNN) 84.3 km
Train
Galway Railway Station200 m

Amenities & services

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General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 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
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Night club

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • 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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Location

Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000
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Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland, 00000
Nearby
Park
Eyre Square
70 m
Church
Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra
430 m
Castle
Lynch's Castle
270 m
The Tower Wolfe Tone Bridge
The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum
590 m
Mall
Eyre Square Centre
60 m
Art object
Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde
120 m
Museum
Nora Barnacle House
320 m
Eyre Square Shopping Centre
The Medieval City Walls
130 m
36-40 Eyre Square
Quincentennial Fountain
80 m
Eyre Square
The Browne Doorway
70 m
Bridge
Salmon Weir Bridge
570 m
26 Shop Street
The Claddagh Ring Museum
300 m
12-13 Market St
Lynch Memorial Window
280 m
Kirwan's Lane off Quay St
Kirwan's Lane
470 m
Druid Lane
Hall of the Red Earl
430 m
Middle Street
450 m
GalwayIreland
Riverside Walk
380 m
Church
St Augustine's Parish Galway
270 m
Store
My Shop... Granny Likes It
250 m
Saint Francis Abbey 8 Saint Francis Street
The Abbey
310 m
Galway's West End
450 m
Restaurants
Esquires Coffee
130 m
11 Eyre Square
Zappi's
210 m
18 Eglinton Street
Subway
320 m
Eyre Sq Shopping Centre Kiosk 2
The Charcoal Grill
230 m
3 Prospect Hill Eyre square
Yummy Crepes
180 m
St Nicholas's Market
Darcy's Bar and Kitchen
180 m
2 Forster Street
Tuco's Taqueria
300 m
6 Abbeygate Street Upper
Espresso 44
240 m
44 William Street Galway City
Papa Rich Street Food Kitchen
340 m
3 Dalys Place Woodquay
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