21 Forster Street, Galway, Ireland
#80 of 159 Holiday rentals in Galway
Guests' ChoiceBased on 283 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.0
Staff
7.8
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 15 June 2024
Amy
IrelandOverall the room was clean, just one glass had something left in it.
Great location for a great price.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 14 June 2024
Eimear
IrelandOne room was unclean on arrival, however, staff responded and fixed this quickly.
Friendly and accommodating staff, Spacious rooms with nice kitchen and sitting area, outdoor area was also nice addition.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Avril
IrelandShower head fitting was loose and needed to be repaired
We did not have breakfast but the staff in Scon down stairs were very helpful and we enjoyed our lunch there
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Paul
IrelandThe shower pole is loose and the shower head doesn't stay up. No big deal really.
Everything
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Kyle
IrelandNo faults
Very central location. Quiet and clean.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Martina
IrelandThe room could have been a bit more clean. We noticed that the headboard was stained and we noticed some stains (looked like make up?) on the bathroom door. Overall it was well kept and clean, but it could be improved.
Madison house is in the city centre, 2 min walk from the train station which is super handy. The room is small but comfortable. Our room was facing the main street but was quiet at night. Very efficient self check-in.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Andrea
United KingdomThe room was a little smaller than expected and we were woken up very early from outside noise, but it certainly didn't spoil our stay.
The room was clean and beds were comfortable. It was perfect for a one night stay, probably wasn't big enough for 4 adults to stay any longer, but great position, could walk to all of the nearby attractions.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Scott
United Kingdomvery noisy location, delivery trucks early morning, some kind of ventilation system or something other side of the Ally very noisy.
it was ok.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Christian
United KingdomLot of noise from outside - guess windows are thin maybe - but nothing too major
Lovely room, very clean and comfortable. Bed very comfy. Amazing location for visiting Galway and extremely close to station and main part of town. Easy to access and overall hassle-free.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Emma
Singaporebeds are a bit soft and room is too small
great location, cleanliness
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Veronika
Spainsmall bed, noisy street
location, cleanliness, easy check in/out
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Yelyzaveta
GermanySuper nice owners and very tasty scones right next door :) The location is also great!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Maree
New ZealandThe fact that booked two queens rooms and a cot but when we arrived there was no key fior second room. The cot never arrived until late afternoon in the second day! When talked to owner they said to look at family room it was not suitable for what we wanted but it was the only room available so we had to take it as had a two year old. The first thing we noticed when going into this room was 6 packs of ear plugs! Why? Because a loud band plays right next door so no one hit much sleep and awake until early hours of morning. The lift wasn’t working and we were not advised of this at the time of booking. There were numerous broken chairs in both units. There was a huge leak in one shower room that was coming down the wall onto the floor where clothes and toilet bags were soaked as no shelves to put things on. General maintenance needing done in both units was poor and not value for money. The owner did not want to know about these concerns and would not refund any money. It’s not value for money and I would not recommend this place.
Location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Anthony
IrelandNo tea or milk. Please consider this as it is a small thing.
Location great. Very clean.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Oana
RomaniaWould’ve liked a fridge. For 1 night was ok but for more you may need one. Alot of doors to get to the room.
It’s very central. Although it is self check in, we had all the needed info beforehand. It is clean and confortable. You get tea and coffee and earplugs for the music downstairs.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Tom
United KingdomIt’s rather noisy at night
Nice comfortable rooms clean and user friendly
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Moukelis
GreeceAn odd smell probably due to high levels of humidity in the interior of the building, which would immediately seize after entering our room.
The room was more than adequately equipped for the night we spent there, easily accessible and clean. The owner pleasant and willing to help sent us off the next morning.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Andreas
United KingdomCons - Noisy due to surrounding nightlife (ear plugs are provided) - No safe for valuables
Pros - Centrally located - Modern decor and furnishings - Bunk beds for the kids Neutral - No reception desk / staff; you can contact the team by messaging on app or email
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Daphne
United StatesTight bedroom space.
Great downtown location. Basic room amenities.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Amelia
IrelandVery clean and cozy rooms, getting checked in was easy, love the modern feel. Centre of town. Very pleasant stay. Would recommend.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Maria
IrelandEntering the room we wanted to use the bathroom and apparently someone else used it and didn't clean it afterwards, other than that everything was very good
It is a very central place, I loved the room, it had everything and more, it was excellent
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Katelyn
United StatesDid not encounter a single staff member or other guest. Felt as though I was the only one staying here, a bit odd.
Very clean and well kept. Felt safe and comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Katyjade
Irelandoverall very good. only small negative were the pillows were not very comfortable.
excellent location. Clean, spacious and warm room. easy checkin process, good communication from host. good showers. Quiet even though we were street facing.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Peter
IrelandLocation was perfect in the centre of everything
Stayed in February 2024
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