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Skeffington Arms Hotel


28 Eyre Sq, Galway, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars
TouristIE   5 contributions
Boston, MA
Oct 12, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed two nights mid-week and based upon reading other reviews of this hotel, requested a 2nd floor room, since it is a downtown location. It was very quiet, even being on Eyre Square across from JFK park. The room was very clean and modern, complete with ironing board/hair dryer, etc. Location was excellent, and the Skeff Bar is on... more

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4 of 5 stars
natasha1980   14 contributions
natasha1980
Jul 23, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

You can't beat the location of this hotel right on Eyre Square. I really loved the modern feel and the bar is incredible- with beautiful wooden panelling and a friendly staff. We got a great deal on our rooms for 80 euros/night and it was well worth it. Considering how bad Irish breakfasts are, this is the best one we... more

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5 of 5 stars
ILOVEHOLIDAYS2009   4 contributions
Dublin, Ireland
Jul 12, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

I had the pleasure of staying two nights in the Skeffington Arms Hotel. I got a very reasonable rate especially for this time of the year. I had some lovely barfood in the Skeff bar and there was traditional irish music being played in here as well. Which would go down very well with the tourists. The receptionist informed me... more

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4 of 5 stars
mmaill01   3 contributions
Kansas City
Mar 30, 2009 | Trip type: Family

Okay, it can be loud. We stayed there St. Patrick's Day eve and St. Patrick's Day night. Party goers rocked the place. However, since I had read the reviews, I brought ear plugs and a white sound machine. No problem. Staff is very friendly and responsive; location on Eyre Square made it possible for us to have front row places... more

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2 of 5 stars
Limerickuralady   2 contributions
Limerick
Oct 25, 2008 | Trip type: Family

Having read the reviews on tripadvisor.com, we decided to give the Skeff a try. We got a good Internet deal, as we thought, so were happy to try it out. On arrival we were happy with the nice reception and modern family room that we received. Having returned after dinner that evening, we were getting ready to tuck in for... more

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5 of 5 stars
Osprey47   2 contributions
Scotland
Sep 28, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

We arrived in Galway late and walked around looking for a hotel. Was attracted to the Skeffington Arms but the lack of parking put us off. Luckily we decided to stay and were able to park at a near-by carpark for 50% discount -- about 11 euros for the night. The Skeffington Arms is in a pedestrian precinct so it... more

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5 of 5 stars
lovenire   3 contributions
Florida
Sep 13, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

Our one stay at the Skeffington was in celebration of boyfriends 50th Birthday on our week trip in Ireland. Amanda at the front desk was charming and helped make our stay very special. Our room was incredibly clean, modern touches - obviously had been recently re-done. Could have been a little noisy with a club on back street, but wasn't... more

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5 of 5 stars
ImelMidlands   1 contribution
Midlands
Aug 2, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

just back from a great weekend in galway - stayed at the skeffington arms - what a central hotel - it was great especially for me i could do my shopping and drop off bags and off i went again.....booked it from their website - to be honest i was worried from one or two reviews on tripadvisor but the... more

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salesmanagerGalway, Sales Manager

Many thanks for your kind review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the near future.

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5 of 5 stars
stuttgart88   4 contributions
wicklow
Apr 19, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

Last month, my girlfriend and I went over to the west of Ireland for a few days. We were only coming from Dublin so I didn't do much in the way of researching places to stay. I've been to Galway many times anyway so I had a good idea what to expect, prices etc. For the sake of convenience and... more

Management response from
salesmanagerGalway, sales manager

Many thanks for your review. I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that our new rooms are well received. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Skeffington Arms in the near future.

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5 of 5 stars
IrelandLovely   1 contribution
ireland
Mar 20, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

Recently returned from a night in galway - we didn't have a hotel booked and were wondering around looking for a hotel - when we came across the skeffington hotel - there was a lot of workmen around but we called in to see if there was a room. They were just opened after a refurbishment - there was a... more

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Address: 28 Eyre Sq, Galway, Ireland
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