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Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)

3.5 star property
Travelers find authentic local cuisine just steps from Eyre Square at this charming hotel where Galway's vibrant culture meets comfortable hospitality

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Hyde Hotel puts guests in the center of Galway City action with modern rooms and attentive service. The on-site bar serves drinks while the restaurant offers satisfying meals after a day of exploration. Staff helps with luggage storage, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is ฿5,514
฿6,258 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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Double Room Single Use | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room Single Use

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Jekyll & Hyde 2-bedroom Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Jekyll & Hyde 2-bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 104 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
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About the area

Galway City Centre, a neighbourhood in Galway, is home to Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel). Galway Harbour and Cooper's Hill Livery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Millennium Children's Park and Playground and Galway Arts Centre. Planet Entertainment Centre and National Aquarium of Galway are also worth visiting. Visit our Galway travel guide
Map
Forster Street, Galway, County Galway

What's nearby

  • 0_B170YC
    Eyre Square
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The colourful shopping street in Galway... #Architecture
    Shop Street
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Quay Street which includes outdoor art
    Quay Street
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Galway Harbour showing boating, a marina and a river or creek
    Galway Harbour
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Spanish Arch featuring street scenes and heritage elements as well as a couple
    Spanish Arch
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station
    4 min walk
  • Shannon (SNN)
    70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cooper's Bar And Lounge
    4 min walk
  • The Skeff
    5 min walk
  • An Púcán
    2 min walk
  • Supermac's
    5 min walk
  • Gaslight Brasserie
    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 24-hour front desk and a living plant wall
  • A lift, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property and concierge services
  • 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

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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)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 at the property

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 smoke detector, 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 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) on 10 Mar 2026 start from ฿5,514, excluding 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 420 out of 701 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 701 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 701 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 701 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 701 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, staff and location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly positioned for exploring Galway city
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a beautiful boutique hotel. The room is nice and comfortable and a very good location to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Exactly location easy parking, very central, friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, easy parking, quiet, comfortable. Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nuventhran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and very friendly staff. Love the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hude Hotel is outstanding

The hotel is in a great location and appears to be recently renovated. The service was outstanding! Breakfast is an option and was worth the extra charge.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was super clean and everybody was very friendly. Nice accommodations great location, easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel on our Ireland trip. Very friendly staff, excellent location and very clean rooms. Totally recommended for a city trip to Galway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy access to the main shopping areas along with many pubs and restaurants. All walkable. Friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hands down the best hotel we stayed at in Ireland! Perfect downtown location, spotless modern rooms, and a sweet little balcony. Great size, amazing shower pressure, and the friendliest staff. Pro tip: pre-book the breakfast—it’s absolutely worth it. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was pleasant helpful and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel we stayed in while visiting Ireland. Clean, great location, easy to park, friendly staff and good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hyde Hotel was well located and close to shopping and restaurants . The breakfast was delicious and the restaurant was absolutely gorgeous . The rooms were on the small side . The parking was located in a different building and it required walking quite a ways with luggage in tow .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Excellent location, extremely helpful and kind staff, very comfortable and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend. Rooms were clean and current. Food and dining room were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First impression, reception staff is not friendly or helpful. Room was large, comfortable and clean. Found food options expensive so did not eat there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again. Very convenient location whether you have a vehicle or not. Lots to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hotel with character that is both close enough to Galway's city center without being too close that it keeps you awake at night. The staff was also very friendly and accommodating! Would stay at the Hyde again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hyde is a great hotel close to dinning and shopping. The rooms are updated and inviting. I would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great & had good recommendations!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, hyde suite was beautiful, excellent breakfast and bar. A very nice place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024