I had such a wonderful stay at The Dean Galway and truly wish I could have stayed longer! From the moment I arrived, the staff at the front desk were incredibly kind and welcoming, their friendliness made all the difference and set the tone for a great visit. My room was spotless and stylish, with everything feeling fresh, clean, and thoughtfully designed. You can tell the hotel pays attention to the details, which made the stay all the more comfortable. Sophie’s, the rooftop restaurant, was another highlight, beautiful setting, great atmosphere, and delicious food. It’s the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring Galway. If you're looking for a modern, welcoming, and well-located…
About this stay
The Dean Galway, in County Galway, is a 4-star hotel. Guests have breakfast, a restaurant and a bar. 597 guest reviews give it an average of 4.2 out of 5.
For food and drink, The Dean Galway has a bar, breakfast in your room, tea and coffee, a minibar and a restaurant. Outside there is a terrace.
Rooms at The Dean Galway have free wi-fi, air conditioning, a balcony, a bath, a hairdryer, an iron and ironing board, a safe and a tv. For downtime there is a fitness centre, outdoor pool, a sauna, a steam room and a swimming pool. Services include a 24-hour front desk, 24-hour security, a concierge, first aid and housekeeping.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bar
- Bath
- Breakfast in your room
- Tea and coffee
- Concierge
- First aid
- Fitness centre
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hairdryer
- Housekeeping
- Iron and ironing board
- Laundry service
- Lift
- Luggage storage
All 32 facilities
- Minibar
- Non-smoking rooms
- Outdoor pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Safe
- Sauna
- Smoking area
- Steam room
- Swimming pool
- TV
- Terrace
- Toiletries
- Wheelchair accessible
Location and getting there
The Dean Galway is at Centre Galway 80 Prospect Hill. It is about 186 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport, and about 64 km from Shannon Airport, the closest airport.
From The Dean Galway, a car makes it easiest to reach the places around Galway; buses link the larger towns, so check current timetables before travelling without one.
The closest other places to stay near The Dean Galway are The Western Hotel near The Dean Galway (next door), Large Townhouse in the Heart of Galway No 11 (next door) and Large Townhouse in the Heart of Galway No 12 (next door). Comparing them on the booking page shows which has rooms for your dates.
Galway has 495 places to stay on this site: 146 hotels, 53 B&Bs and guesthouses, 267 self-catering stays, 8 hostels and 21 other places to stay. The best rated of the others are Woodlands (4.9 from 64 reviews) and Park House Hotel (4.6 from 2,350 reviews). Comparing them with The Dean Galway on the booking page is the quickest way to see what is free on your dates.
Open the location in Google Maps ↗Near The Dean Galway
Places covered on this site within reach of The Dean Galway, measured in a straight line; roads wind, so allow more time than the distance suggests.
- Galway's Latin Quarter (0.7 km): Street music and small pubs between Shop Street and the Spanish Arch.
- Galway City (0.9 km): Street music in the Latin Quarter, with Aran Islands ferries nearby.
- Poulnabrone Dolmen (26 km): A Neolithic portal tomb on the limestone of the Burren.
- Doolin and the Burren (37 km): Traditional music between the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren.
Guest reviews
The Dean Galway averages 4.2 out of 5 across 597 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
Rooms are very clean, bathroom is great size, bed area is good. Closets and bag area is very small and no place to put your clothes. No safe. Fridge costs is not too bad. The King bed is not a King and at times it would separate in the middle. If you are staying in the front of the hotel, you can hear the cars and people coming out of the hotel. Not a problem for us but maybe for some people who needs quiet. The blackout shades helps when you are trying to sleep at 10pm and it's still light out. Very close to the central bus station and Eyre Square. I did expect a little more because it claims it's a 4 star but that maybe just on my end. I did like the mini spa, i wish the weather…
Hotel was very modern and just like the reviews said about having high ceilings and no shelving for your things. Nice location and the Gym downstairs was huge compared to most hotels. This was a plus for hubby but overall a great place to stay for a short stay.
Good to know
- Families: no family facilities are mentioned; ask about cots and extra beds.
- Accessibility: described as wheelchair accessible; confirm the room and entrance before booking.
- Wi-fi: free wi-fi.
- Parking: none mentioned, so check before arriving by car.
- Pets: ask before bringing a pet.
Before you book The Dean Galway, check what the rate includes, for example whether breakfast is in the rate, and the cancellation terms for your dates. The booking page on app.impt.io shows the live rate and inclusions for your exact party.
About staying in Galway
The Dean Galway is one of 468 places to stay in Galway on this site, 139 of them hotels. By guest score weighted for the number of reviews, it ranks 40 of the 63 rated stays there. The average guest score across them is 4.3 out of 5.
Galway in one line: Street music in the Latin Quarter, with Aran Islands ferries nearby.
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Questions about The Dean Galway
Where is The Dean Galway?
The Dean Galway is in County Galway, about 186 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. The closest other place to stay on this site is The Western Hotel near The Dean Galway (next door).
What type of stay is The Dean Galway?
The Dean Galway is a 4-star hotel.
What do guests say about The Dean Galway?
Guests rate The Dean Galway 4.2 out of 5 across 597 reviews. 3 reviews are quoted on this page.
What facilities does The Dean Galway have?
The Dean Galway offers breakfast, a restaurant, a spa or sauna and wi-fi, among 32 facilities in all.
How far is The Dean Galway from the airport?
The Dean Galway is about 186 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport, or about 64 km from Shannon Airport. Road distances are longer.
Does The Dean Galway have parking?
No parking is mentioned for The Dean Galway; ask the property before arriving by car.
Is The Dean Galway suitable for families with children?
No family facilities such as family rooms, cots or a playground are mentioned for The Dean Galway. Ask the property about children's ages and beds before booking.
How do I check availability at The Dean Galway?
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