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The Dean Galway

Galway , Centre, Galway 80 Prospect Hill (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsThe Dean Galway is a stylish and modern hotel with a fantastic location near the center of town. Guests praise the hotel's restaurants, particularly Elephant and Castles and Sophie's Restaurant and the exceptional standard of cleanliness throughout the hotel. The staff are universally described as friendly and helpful, enhancing guests' experiences. The gym and pool facilities are also highly recommended with the outdoor heated pool receiving particular praise. While some guests found the breakfast disappointing, the rooms are mostly praised for their fabulous decor and comfortable beds. Overall, The Dean Galway provides a comfortable and pleasant stay with unique amenities and a relaxing atmosphere.
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Room Types

Super Rooms This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.

Mod Pod This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.

Suite This suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. This suite has air conditioning, a minibar, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a terrace. The unit has 2 beds.

About The Dean Galway

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Guest Reviews

Location

The Dean Galway is perfectly located near the center of town, in a convenient and central area. Many guests were happy with the hotel's location, mentioning it as a top spot and great place to stay. It is in walking distance for food and drink at night and only a short stroll away from Eyre Square. The location is ideal and there are plenty of things to see and do nearby. Whether exploring the bustling city center or venturing out to the nearby housing estate, the location of The Dean Galway is excellent.

Breakfast

The breakfast at The Dean Galway received mixed reviews from guests. Some praised the amazing croissants and good options for food, while others found it disappointing and very expensive for what they got. Some guests were surprised by the lack of savoury vegetarian options and slow service, while others enjoyed the coffee facility and cosy rooftop setting. Some had delicious dinners at the hotel's restaurant, but found the breakfast to be very limited and not worth the extra cost, especially since it wasn't included in the stay. There were also complaints about hidden costs and long wait times for coffee or brown sauce. Despite the mixed reviews, some guests found the breakfast to be nice or ok.

Dinner

If you're looking for a fantastic dining experience during your stay at The Dean Galway, there are a few options available to you. Elephant and Castles restaurant as well as the bar and restaurant on-site have received high praise from guests. For those looking for something a little more upscale, Sophie's Restaurant offers excellent food and service. The lamb is particularly noteworthy and dessert is not to be missed. While some guests found Sophie's to be overpriced, others greatly enjoyed their meals there. One guest did note that they were turned away from Sophie's due to bookings, which was disappointing. However, overall the restaurants at The Dean Galway are regarded as fabulous.

Rooms

The Dean Galway is a stylish and modern hotel with beautiful interior design and artwork by Irish artists. The rooms are mostly praised for their fabulous decor, comfortable beds and nicely laid out bathrooms with lots of towels and toilet paper. The hotel also offers unique amenities such as record players and Bluetooth speakers. However, some guests found the rooms to be smaller than expected and lacking in storage space. The mini bar and nibbles shelf were also deemed to be cluttering the room. Despite some negative comments about size, overall guests enjoyed the modern and clean rooms with fabulous design.

Beds

The Dean Galway has comfortable beds, according to most of the guests who have stayed there. Some have mentioned that the beds were not up to their expectations due to sagging, noise or being too small. However, the majority of guests found the beds to be super comfortable and enjoyable to sleep on. The staff is lovely and the rooms are very nice, although some rooms are small and have creaky or noisy beds. Overall, The Dean Galway seems to provide a comfortable and pleasant stay with cozy beds.

Cleanliness

The Dean Galway boasts an exceptional standard of cleanliness according to guests. Many describe the hotel as 'very clean', 'tidy' and 'spotless' with 'clean and modern' facilities. The hotel staff are praised for their cleanliness maintenance, keeping 'alles sehr sauber' and ensuring that 'everything was clean and tidy'. The showers are particularly applauded for their cleanliness and temperature control. Guests note that the hotel had a 'super clean' room and a 'very clean' hotel overall, resulting in a pleasant stay. However, some negative feedback was provided concerning small details such as stains on the towel or the room being too hot. Despite these minor issues, guests were kept satisfied by the hotel's exceptional cleanliness.

Staff

The staff at The Dean Galway are a standout feature according to guests. They are universally described as friendly and helpful with some guests noting specific staff members who went above and beyond. The only negative feedback was from a few isolated incidents where staff were rude or unhelpful. Overall, the hotel's staff are a major selling point and enhance guests' experiences at the hotel.

Gym

The Dean Galway hotel offers amazing gym and pool facilities according to its guests. The gym is fantastic and even offers gym classes for those interested. The pool and gym area are lovely and the unique gym stands out among the rest. The only downside is that they close at 8 pm and towels are not always available. However, guests rave about the excellent facilities such as the gym and the heated pool, which they describe as class.

Pool

The Dean Galway offers a wonderful pool facility, loved by many guests. The outdoor heated pool and sauna/steam room are a lovely addition to the hotel. Guests enjoyed having a dip in the warm pool, while others described the pool as amazing with cocktails available. The pool facilities were described as lovely and brilliant and some guests especially appreciated having slippers for the pool. The modern and stylish design, along with the very hübsche Farbgestaltung, create a relaxing atmosphere around the pool. The only negative reviews were regarding the size of the pool or the water temperature. Overall, guests highly recommended the pool and gym facilities at The Dean Galway.

Outdoor Pool

If you're looking for a place to relax and unwind during your stay in Galway, The Dean Galway might just be the perfect spot. One of the highlights of this hotel is undoubtedly its outdoor pool, which receives rave reviews from guests. Whether you want to take a dip to cool off on a hot day or sit and soak up the sun around the pool deck, this outdoor oasis is the perfect spot. And if you're looking for a little extra pampering, you can also check out the sauna and steaming rooms, all conveniently located near the pool. So why not treat yourself with a swim or dip in the outside Jacuzzi after a long day of walking and exploring the beautiful city of Galway? With its amazing outdoor heated pool, The Dean Galway is sure to provide a memorable and rejuvenating experience for all its guests.

Yes, The Dean Galway has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Dean Galway.

No, The Dean Galway doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at The Dean Galway.

Yes, The Dean Galway has a gym.

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