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Situated in Inisheer, Brú Radharc na Mara - Sea View Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, tennis court, and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. I just had the perfect stay in Inish Oírr, the hostel is perfectly located, comfortable and clean. And Linda was such a welcoming host.

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9.3
Wonderful
68 reviews
Price from
$115
per night

The Nest Boutique Hostel offers a majority of double and twin ensuite rooms which have comfy beds, soft linen, power showers, fridges and contemporary Irish art work. Family bedrooms and dormitories are also available Probably the nicest hostel I have stayed at anywhere. Kitchen is like a commercial one, and is immaculate. Lovely covered outdoor areas to sit in...this is a hostel where I actually felt like I wanted hang out, and not just a bed for the night! The staff were all friendly, helpful and professional.

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8.7
Excellent
2,948 reviews
Price from
$53
per night

Located next to Galway Railway and Bus Station, Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel overlooks Eyre Square. With free WiFi, printing, and luggage storage, the hostel also offers continental breakfast and a shared lounge. The reception staff can arrange tours to the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and the Aran Islands. Location, staff, cleanliness and other guests were all 10/10! Super nice and friendly. The hostel had a very nice and respectful enviornment. They offered dinner for 5€ every night, which was vegan and delicious. We had a lovely time!

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8.9
Excellent
1,467 reviews
Price from
$49
per night

WINNER: Best Hostel in Ireland 2025

Guests can choose from a range of private rooms and shared dorms, all designed for comfort and convenience. The hostel offers a spacious common area with a pool table and TV, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, and a bright dining room. Good location, clean, great breakfast

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8.8
Excellent
3,798 reviews
Price from
$55
per night

This comfortable, modern hostel is set in the centre of Galway, just 100 metres from Eyre Square. The Dawson Galway City offers a free Wi-Fi zone and a large outdoor terrace.

The Dawson Galway has a 24-hour reception and offers currency exchange and a large luggage room with lockers to store all belongings. The woman on the front desk that checked us in was lovely and informative. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Location was perfect

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8
Very Good
2,581 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

Guest facilities include a common room with a pool table and TV, an outside garden with table tennis, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen and a dining room. Also included is high-speed WiFi, free luggage storage, free printing and free city maps are all provided to guests. No on-site parking. There is discounted parking a 2 minute walk from the hostel called "City Park" car park just across the road from the coach station. Please note the car park has a restriction of 1.9 meter max vehicle height. Staff, cleanliness and breakfast.

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8.6
Excellent
2,086 reviews
Price from
$55
per night

Set in Leenaun, 11 km from Kylemore Abbey, Otter Hostel Connemara offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is located 34 km from Alcock & Brown Memorial, 39 km from Westport Train Station and 39 km from Clew Bay Heritage Centre. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured. Breakfast, bedrooms, staff, people that this place attracts, very organised place overall

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8
Very Good
121 reviews
Price from
$50
per night

Situated in Galway and with National University of Galway reachable within 1.6 km, University of Galway Rooms features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a tennis court. The property is set 2.6 km from St. Nicholas Collegiate Church, 3.2 km from Eyre Square and 3.2 km from Galway Railway Station. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

At the hostel, rooms are fitted with a desk. The rooms at University of Galway Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen. Clean room, kitchen is on the floor. Easy to find, easy to check in

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8.2
Very Good
475 reviews

Situated in Ballynahinch, 17 km from Alcock & Brown Memorial, Ben Lettery Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi. It was good! very comfortable and the staff were lovely. I loved the flapjacks.

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8.3
Very Good
640 reviews
Price from
$27
per night

Wild Atlantic Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Leenaun. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 27 km of Kylemore Abbey. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk as well as free WiFi. Room, cleanliness, comfort, restaurants everything

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8.5
Very Good
254 reviews
Price from
$185
per night

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