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Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Eyre Square

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Interior
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

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €179
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

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Jekyll & Hyde 2-bedroom Suite

Jekyll & Hyde 2-bedroom Suite

Highlights

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

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

Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double Room Single Use

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Netflix
In-room safe
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

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, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Netflix
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Netflix
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Netflix
In-room safe
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Netflix
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin 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 Planet Entertainment Centre. National Aquarium of Galway and Leisureland are also worth visiting.
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Map
Forster Street, Galway, County Galway

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shop Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Quay Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Galway Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Galway - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪An Púcán - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sophie’s Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mary Mullens Bar - ‬4 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), luggage storage and a living plant wall
  • A 24-hour front desk, a lift and smoke-free property
  • A front desk safe 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

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
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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 6 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) on 6 Oct 2025 start from €179.00, 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. 387 out of 661 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 661 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 661 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 661 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 661 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

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Great bed and pillows. Perfect location. Very nice staff. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the little green balcony we had. It made the room feel very cozy. The room was very clean and the perfect size.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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

Nolan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Good staff. Short walking distance to many different hotspots.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in good location for walking to sights. Clean,comfy bed, Nespresso coffee machine in room. Deluxe double room was large and had A/C which we didn’t need. (saw a regular double and it looked very small). Nice toiletries. Shower was a combo with bath tub and a deep step in. Large screen TV with what seemed to be satellite TV. Folks in reception very nice and helpful. Very close to train station. Nice hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great location; HVAC system hard to control.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Under renovation but barely noticeable during the stay. Off site parking was very convenient (2 min walk). Breakfast was excellent. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights 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

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

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is conveniently located to all the best places. The bathrooms/shower is weird with no door to the shower and no fan. Other than that, this places is excellent. The bar has a really cool vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lourdes

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

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt very safe, staff was helpful with my double booking and even upgraded me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Great hotel and amazing staff !

Lovely hotel, great location and gorgeous room…but the highlight was the staff ! A super warm welcome, wonderful dining experience and food, comfy bed and gorgeous shower…10/10 for everything. It was my first time to Galway and will definitely be staying here again the next time I visit !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful!! Elizabeth at reception was amazing! I mentioned that we were on our honeymoon, and she upgraded us to a suite at no charge! Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

John

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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people that worked there were kind, thoughtful and helpful!😊
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025