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Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Eyre Square

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Superior Triple Room
Interior
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Netflix
Satellite channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Netflix
Satellite channels
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Netflix
Satellite channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Netflix
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Netflix
Satellite channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Netflix
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Forster Street, Galway, County Galway

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 4 min walk
  • Galway Harbour - 10 min walk
  • Quay Street - 10 min walk
  • Spanish Arch - 14 min walk
  • University of Galway - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 4 min walk
  • Shannon (SNN) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪An Pucan - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar Galway - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Murty Rabbitts - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oyster Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Darcy's Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)

Hotel near Eyre Square
Located close to Quay Street, Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a living plant wall and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, a lift and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 50 rooms feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and satellite channels
  • Recycling, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 12 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 14.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • HYDE Bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property is located in a busy area and has a bar with live music at night. Guests may experience related noise on weekends and most weekdays.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately EUR 14.50 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 12 per night (656 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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 ratings system.

Property is also known as

Forster Court Hotel Galway
Forster Court Galway
Forster Court
Forster Court Hotel
Hyde The Forster Court
Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) Hotel
Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) Galway
Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) Hotel Galway

Frequently asked questions

Is Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)?

As of 21 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) on 23 Feb 2025 start from AU$227.95, including 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 time is check-in at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) located?

Located in Galway City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Eyre Square and Quay Street. The Fountain and Padraic O'Conaire Statue are also within 10 minutes. Galway Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 616 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 616 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 616 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 616 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 616 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

The staff was great & had good recommendations!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Great property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lourdes

Excellent location. Close to everything especially train station. Trip to Galway and surrounding areas was outstanding
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

The people that worked there were kind, thoughtful and helpful!😊
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Had a nice visit, enjoyed a full restaurant breakfast, and the location was SO close to bus station for airport return. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Very Friendly Staff and pleasant staff. Dining Options were excellent, Both dinner & breakfast were superb. Rooms were nicely decorated and comfortable. Tiles in bathroom could do with a deep clean. Exceptionally convenient for Galway City
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Excellent stay. Wonderful staff, comfortable clean rooms. Best location. Gorgeous restaurant and bar. Breakfast each morning was also quite good.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Great hotel close to the centre of Galway walking distance to shops bars etc really enjoyed my stay room comfortable clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Everyone was friendly and helpful. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

barry

Very nice stay clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Excellent staff, hyde suite was beautiful, excellent breakfast and bar. A very nice place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Excellent hotel located very close to the train and bus stations as well as the centre of town. Staff was very helpful. Our room was large, comfortable and clean. We had dinner one night in the hotel restaurant and the food was excellent. Considering how busy it was, many locals feel the same way.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Terry

Location location location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayne

Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Restaurant was excellent. Staff were friendly and attentive. Location was close to the train station and shoppers street. Other restaurants close by not so great, that was the only low point.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Nice property in a great location. The staff were lovely and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Wonderful
The hotel staff was very friendly and the room was clean. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great Hotel with a wonderful Breakfast experience
The Breakfast was excellent!! Service at morning breakfast was great too Front Desk was prompt and very helpful Good location too
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Great hotel, great staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Great hitel..a bit different without windows..but had skywindow
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Let's stay again!
Beautiful hotel clean room excellent staff and the restaurant was great for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Loved the location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ned

A little dated, but clean, safe, and quiet. Very close to food and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Recommend - would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Ideal hotel for a stay in the center of Galway with friendly service and spacious and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Onsite Restaurant/Bar & Spacious Rooms
Check-In Time
3:30 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
3.5