Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)

Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) — Galway, Ireland

Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel) is a lively 3-star boutique hotel near Eyre Square in Galway, Ireland.

Address: Forster Street, Galway. Property ID: 1389958.

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Total price: $536 USD

2026-11-25 to 2026-11-28 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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November 2026

December 2026

#1 of 6 hotels in City Centre — Eyre Square & Latin Quarter by Axel's take. City Centre — Eyre Square & Latin Quarter is #1 of 5 places to stay in Galway. The best hotels in City Centre — Eyre Square & Latin Quarter, ranked · Where to stay in Galway

Axel's take: 8.5/10

A strong Galway base for sociable weekends, less convincing for early nights. a lively 3-star boutique hotel near Eyre Square, scored for what it is.

HYDE is a lively 3-star boutique hotel just off Eyre Square, and we'd choose it for a walkable Galway break rather than a quiet retreat. Recent Tripadvisor and Hotels.com guests repeatedly praise the welcoming staff, comfortable beds and clean rooms. The colorful bar and restaurant give it more personality than a standard mid-range hotel, while nearby train, bus and coach stations make arriving without a car straightforward.

The main compromise is sleep: the hotel's Booking.com listing warns of live music until 1am on Fridays and Saturdays, and guests also mention street and neighboring-room noise. Some bedrooms feel compact, with less polished bathrooms or limited storage. Confirm air conditioning for your specific room; the official site guarantees it in superior rooms and suites. Parking is paid and off-site. We'd skip it for a reliably peaceful weekend.

• Best for: couples on a sociable city break; friends exploring Galway nightlife; travelers arriving by train or coach

• Watch out for: late weekend music and variable noise; some compact rooms with limited storage; paid off-site parking

• Location: Near Eyre Square and transport stations, with central Galway easily explored on foot.

• Rooms: Comfortable beds; size and finish vary, and air conditioning should be confirmed by room type.

• Cleanliness: Strong overall feedback across sites, despite occasional housekeeping lapses.

• Service: Friendly, helpful reception staff are a consistent strength in recent reviews.

• Amenities: Bar, restaurant, café and free Wi-Fi; the emphasis is dining and socializing.

• Fees and surprises: Nearby public parking costs extra; early check-in and late checkout also carry charges.

Axel's opinion of Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel), from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Hotels.com · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

About Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)

• Property type: Hotel
• 3-star hotel
• Forster Street, Galway
• Amenities: Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wi-Fi
• Check-in from: 15:30
• Check-out by: 12:00
• City page: Hotels in Galway

Room types

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Standard Triple room

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Standard Quadruple room

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Standard Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Standard Twin room (twin beds)

• Beds: twin beds
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Superior Triple room

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Superior Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Superior Twin room (twin beds)

• Beds: twin beds
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2 Bedrooms Suite

• Bedrooms: 2
• Room features: Fridge
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