Hostels in Galway

Located next to Galway Railway and Bus Station, Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel overlooks Eyre Square.

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Michela

From

Italy

The staff is super friendly and helpful, there's always a smile for guests 😀 The rooms and bathrooms are clean and everyone seemed very respectful both in dormitories and common areas. The common space is amazing, there's a kitchen with everything you might need and a big table that's perfect to enjoy your meals while having a coat with other travelers. Cushions by the windows to sit back and relax are just great and there are books and games to play! Always water and tea available. I had my best time in Galway, will definitely come back!!

The Nest Boutique Hostel offers a majority of double and twin rooms with attached bathroom which have comfy beds, soft linen, power showers, fridges and contemporary Irish art work.

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Grete

From

Estonia

The place was clean and comfortable, the staff very helpful. You could ask them for help for finding your way around the city. There were shampoo and soap in the bathroom, and bedclothes and towels were included in the price of the room. If you're travelling with electronic devices and have trouble with the local socket type, you can rent an adapter from the reception desk; the deposit is 5€, and the deposit for your room key is 10€, which you'll get back upon check-out. Check-out is normally at 10a.m., but if you want to check out later, it'll only cost a fiver, I was told. There were small lockers for every guest in the shared bedroom as well as larger lockers in the downstairs lobby; you can ask for a padlock at the reception desk and use the lockers safely during your stay. There was a convenient, well-equipped shared kitchen and a fridge for the guests' use. You could also get breakfast or other meals at the hostel restaurant; the food looked great, though I didn't try any. There were also board games downstairs available for guests' use, which is a nice touch I think.

WINNER: Best Hostel in Ireland 2025 Kinlay has also been featured as a Top Choice in an edition of Lonely Planet, Kinlay Hostel is a standout stay in the heart of Galway City.

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Réah

From

Bulgaria

Everything. My first ever stay in a hostel so I was a bit weary. If all hostels are like this, their reputation would be very different. I was very kindly greeted and registered at the desk, the staff were exceptionally nice (and I'd had a bad day so it was extra appreciated), it was clean, they served breakfast and the communal spaces are pretty cool. The rooms came with an ensuite toilet and bathroom. Would recommend 100%.

This comfortable, modern hostel is set in the center of Galway, just 328 feet from Eyre Square. The Dawson Galway City offers a free Wi-Fi zone and a large outdoor terrace.

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eyegoredj

From

Croatia

Everything was just great. The staff was amazing (shout out to Kate 😁🙏❤️)

Snoozles is a modern & purpose built tourist hostel. It’s Galway City Center location beside the Coach and Train Stations is just a 2 minute walk to Eyre Square in the heart of Galway City.

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Stella

From

Austria

Clean, friendly staff! Perfect for staying a few nights

Woodquay hostel offers accommodations in Galway and is within walking distance of all Galway attractions. The property offers free WiFi, complimentary walking tours, printing services and city maps.

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Jiří

From

Czech Republic

Lovely hostel in the heart of Galway, friendly staff and great facilities.

Located in Galway and with National University of Galway reachable within a 19-minute walk, University of Galway Rooms has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi...

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Elizabeth Jane

From

United States

I am a graduate of NUIG and it was lovely to be able to host a American student I am mentoring on campus. Very accessible to Eyre Square and many of the special sites unique to Galway City.