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Victoria Hotel Galway | Boutique City Centre Hotel

Welcome to Victoria Hotel Galway

Victoria Hotel Galway is a newly refurbished boutique hotel set just off Eyre Square in the heart of Galway city centre. With 75 beautifully designed rooms, the award-winning Queen Street Bar & Restaurant, and a location just 1 minute from Eyre Square and 2 minutes from the train station, we offer the perfect base for your next visit to the West of Ireland.

Book direct at victoriahotelgalway.com for the best available rate — no hidden fees, no third-party commissions. Whether you are planning a weekend break, a family holiday, or a business trip, our Galway accommodation combines boutique comfort with genuine 3-star value.

Queen Street Bar & Restaurant

Queen Street Bar & Restaurant is an award-winning gastrobar recognised as an OpenTable Top 10 Diners’ Choice Winner in Connacht. Described by the Galway Advertiser as a “hidden gem”, Queen Street brings together locally sourced Irish cuisine with a dynamic, contemporary twist.

Breakfast

A freshly prepared Full Irish with locally sourced ingredients, served daily — 7:30am to 10:00am weekdays, 8:00am to 11:00am at weekends.

Brunch & Lunch

Our brunch menu is available 12:30pm to 3:30pm, Monday to Saturday. Eggs Benedict, seasonal specials, and quick lunches in a buzzing split-level gastrobar setting.

Dinner

À la carte from 4:00pm daily — Galway Bay fish and chips, Angus beef burger, and our Queen Street Special pizza. Sundays: dedicated Sunday menu served 1:00pm to 7:45pm.

Bar & Cocktails

Curated cocktails, craft beers, and premium spirits. Open until 10pm Sunday–Thursday, 11pm Friday–Saturday. Outdoor dining available. Our dedicated coffee team serves barista-made coffees and homemade cakes throughout the day.

Private events: Queen Street is available for private parties, group dinners, and special celebrations. Contact queenstreet@victoriahotelgalway.com.

Location — The Heart of Galway City

Victoria Hotel Galway sits on Victoria Place, just off Eyre Square on Queen Street — one of the most central locations any hotel near Eyre Square can offer. Step out our front door and you are in the heartbeat of the city. As a centrally located restaurant and hotel in Galway, we are ideally positioned for guests who want everything within walking distance.

Walking distances: Eyre Square (1 min) | Train & Bus Station (2 min) | Shop Street (6 min) | Galway Harbour (5 min) | Quay Street & Latin Quarter (6 min) | Spanish Arch (8 min) | Galway City Museum (8 min) | Galway Cathedral (10 min)

Getting Here

By Train: Galway’s Ceannt Station is a 2-minute walk. Direct services from Dublin Heuston take approximately 2 hours 40 minutes.

By Bus: Galway Bus Station is adjacent to the train station, also a 2-minute walk. Bus Éireann and Citylink services connect Galway to Dublin, Shannon, Limerick, Cork, and all major Irish cities.

By Car: Galway is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes from Dublin via the M6, and about 1 hour 30 minutes from Shannon Airport.

Parking

Victoria Hotel does not have on-site parking. We have arranged a discounted rate at Q-Park Merchants Road — a secure car park just a 2-minute walk from the hotel. The rate is €18 per 24 hours. Ask at reception for the hotel discount code.

Festivals & Day Trips

Galway hosts world-class events throughout the year: the Galway International Arts Festival (July), the Galway Races (late July/August), the Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival (September), and the Galway Christmas Market at Eyre Square — literally on our doorstep. The Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, and Connemara are all accessible as day trips from the bus station next door.

For more ideas, visit Fáilte Ireland and Galway Tourism.

Frequently Asked Questions

Victoria Hotel, Galway

Victoria Hotel does not have on-site parking. However, we offer a discounted rate at Q-Park Merchants Road car park, which is a 2-minute walk from the hotel. The rate is €18 per 24 hours. We recommend pre-booking your space online at q-park.ie. Ask our reception team for details on how to apply the hotel discount code.

Breakfast availability depends on the rate you book. Our Bed & Breakfast rates include a freshly prepared breakfast each morning at Queen Street Bar & Restaurant, with Full Irish and continental options. Room-only rates do not include breakfast, but you can add it at check-in. Breakfast is served 7:30am–10:00am weekdays and 8:00am–11:00am at weekends.

Check-in is from 3:00pm and check-out is by 12:00 noon. If you arrive early, we are happy to store your luggage securely while you explore Galway. Late check-out may be available on request, subject to availability.

Galway’s Ceannt Station (train and bus) is just a 2-minute walk from Victoria Hotel. This makes us one of the most accessible hotels in Galway for guests arriving by public transport.

Yes. Queen Street Bar & Restaurant is located on the ground floor of the hotel. It is an award-winning gastrobar named an OpenTable Top 10 Diners’ Choice Winner in Connacht, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktails.

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Address: Victoria Place, Galway, H91 KVW0, Ireland
Phone: +353 91 567433
Email (Reservations): info@victoriahotelgalway.com
Email (Dining): queenstreet@victoriahotelgalway.com

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Our Rooms

Victoria Hotel Galway offers 75 newly refurbished rooms across six carefully designed room types. Every room features luxury bedding with crisp white sheets, modern en-suite bathrooms, free high-speed Wi-Fi, multi-channel flat-screen TV, and complimentary tea and coffee facilities. Our recent renovation has brought every room up to a boutique standard that rivals many 4-star properties — at honest 3-star pricing.

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Eat & Drink

Queen Street Bar & Restaurant is more than a hotel restaurant — it is one of Galway’s most talked-about dining destinations. Named an OpenTable Top 10 Diners’ Choice Winner in Connacht and described by the Galway Advertiser as a hidden gem, Queen Street restaurant brings together locally sourced Irish cuisine with a dynamic, contemporary twist.

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Prime Location in Galway City

  • Eyre Square
    Eyre Square – 1-minute walk
  • Galway Harbour
    Galway Harbour – 5-minute walk
  • Quay Street
    Quay Street – 6-minute walk
  • Galway Cathedral
    Galway Cathedral – 10-minute walk
  • Spanish Arch
    Spanish Arch – 8-minute walk
  • Galway City Museum
    Galway City Museum – 8-minute walk
  • Shop Street
    Shop Street – 6-minute walk
  • Galway Railway Station – 2-minute walk
  • Galway Bus Station – 2-minute walk

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