Reviews of University of Galway Rooms
Upper Newcastle, Galway, Ireland

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Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewCampus was pretty, we had a nice time walking around. Kitchen was well equipped, the bus stop was right in front of the entrance to the north campus so we were able to catch our bus on time. Staff wasn’t friendly and the room was good value for money.
1. I think there should be some shuttle services between Dunlin and the main gate because the routes can get confusing on TFI. 2. Extra pillows: we asked for extra pillows on our second night and the staff wasn’t able to provide us with it. Please stock up.
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe bedsheets were not cleaned. The reception was not very friendly.
Thank you for your review. I am surprised by your comments as this is not the usual feedback we receive. If you woud like to contact me directly about your stay, I would be happy to disuss with you. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Thank you for your review. I am surprised by your comments as this is not the usual feedback we receive. If you woud like to contact me directly about your stay, I would be happy to disuss with you. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Man… Show more
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewClean and comfortable
Expensive when compared to similar accommodation elsewhere. I am staying in university rooms in Cork next weekend for 60 per night, not 100+. Difficult to find when arriving by car as accommodation is well in off the public road. No designated parking spaces near reception to facilitate drivers dropping off luggage
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWell was really clean and organised The apartment is new so clean
The mattress wasn't best 😕 I think just me not been lucky but I didn't wanted to ask to change room No tv in room Is bit off the city's center I was lucky I was driving so for driving it fine because free parking on apartment And few min off the centre of town by car
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe uni is conveniently located and it was good that ample car parking was available. The rooms were clean and kitchen was convenient. It was cheap, but...
Staff was rude, walls are incredibly thin and a neighbour blow drying their hair for ages at midnight kept me awake. No bathroom mat and the shower and tap both splashed water all over the bathroom. Shower had uncomfortable water pressure (it hurt my shoulders). The room was INCREDIBLY HOT. I heard multiple other people complain about the same issue - I got lucky that it rained and cooled off at night, otherwise it would've been impossible to sleep. The bathroom didn't have a light switch and the motion sensor left the light on for 15mins every time you walked in.
Thank you for your review. I am very surprised about the comments which you have made in regard to the staff as all other reiviews are very complimentary of them. I am sorry to hear about the issue with yiur bathroom, we have noted your room numberand will work to rectify it. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Thank you for your review. I am very surprised about the comments which you have made in regard to the staff as all other reiviews are very complimentary of them. I am sorry to hear about the issue with yiur bathroom, we have noted your … Show more
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewClean room, kitchen is on the floor. Easy to find, easy to check in
The doors are extremely loud if you don't close them carefully. Also a bit far from the center.
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWell equipped kitchen, had body/hair wash in case you forgot it, only 15-20 min walk from the centre, and staff were lovely.
Bed wasn't comfortable, if I was a student, I'd need a mattress topper!
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewClean and accessible
In shower, only hot water one day, only cold the next
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLovely atmosphere
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewConvenient
Nothing
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 12 August 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewClean and comfortable.
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewVery nice accomodation. Clean and comfortable enough.
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewSpacious room, with a big bed for two people, clean bathroom and towels with all in one soap. Overall facilities are modern and its very easy to check in and out.
Maybe it id a bit far away from the city center walking however the bus stop is just 3 minutes away and comes with regular service. Eyre square with bus is just at about 15 minutes.
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewClean. Basic.
Mattress was very poor.
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager
Reviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewClean room with basic facilities for cooking in a shared kitchen. Staff were helpful. Near a pleasant river walk. It was quiet when I stayed.
The property itself is absolutely fine but the location is further than you might realise. You can only access the river walk, for example, at certain points - despite what Google Maps thinks - and there’s a lot of doubling back on yourself to get to the actual building. Add to that a lack of signage. Also, the shower was tiny which usually doesn’t bother me, but I did find myself wondering how other people might fit.
Thank you for your review. Regards, Sarah Summer Business Manager