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The 10 Best Hostels in Galway, Ireland

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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

Everything was superb as usual

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8.8
Excellent
2,832 reviews
Price from
$32
per night

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

Woodquay hostel offers a free light continental breakfast which consists of cereal, tea, coffee and toast.

A simple and comfortable home. The staff is very helpful

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8
Very Good
2,581 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

Located next to Galway Railway and Bus Station, Galway City 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.

Well, I have so many things to say about this hostel..I spent more than a month here , I've met people from all over the world,I had so much fun and some of them are carved into my heart. I've been in different hostels in Galway but none of them can be compared to this one because the people who works here make the difference, they make you feel like home since the first day ,Pam with her contagious smile and TOM with his kindness, availability and tireless willingness to help everyone in exchange for a smile. I'll miss this place so much but I'm sure that I'll come back just to see them again! Thank you family! See you soon! <3

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8.8
Excellent
1,571 reviews
Price from
$49
per night

Kinlay Hostel boasts a mix of private rooms and dormitories. Guest facilities include a common room with a pool table and TV, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen and a dining room. A free breakfast and high-speed WiFi as well as free computer usage, free luggage storage, free printing and free city maps are all provided to guests.

Is exceed what I expect.u have everything u need in the hostel.

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8.7
Excellent
3,228 reviews
Price from
$49
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.

Clean, friendly staff! Perfect for staying a few nights

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8.3
Very Good
2,251 reviews
Price from
$49
per night

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

The hostel has a newly remodeled and fitted self-catering kitchen and all rooms are en suite. There is a calm and relaxing vibe in all communal areas and a large dining area for enjoying all meals. Laundry facilities are available, as are safety deposit boxes.

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

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7.7
Good
1,511 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

At the hostel, each room is fitted with a desk. At University of Galway Rooms rooms are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen.

Galway Greyhound Stadium is 3.6 km from the hostel, while Ballymagibbon Cairn is 39 km from the property. The nearest airport is Shannon Airport, 82 km from University of Galway Rooms.

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Price from
$128
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,832 reviews
    Very lovely staff, so helpful and friendly. Hostel was very clean and the kitchen facilities with complimentary coffee and tea were fantastic. In a great location, Salthill is such a lovely place to stay.
    Anita
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $197.79
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3,228 reviews
    Super professional, clean and friendly atmosphere and in a great location to boot. Staff were brilliant & so helpful they really made my stay. Kayla reserved my requested bunk bed and there were loads of other little things were staff ensured the hassle to me was kept to a minimum.
    Thomas
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $230.90
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,581 reviews
    (I had the double private room, with a bunk bed and private bathroom) Everything was very clean Perfect location Kind staff Free luggage storage for later than the checkout time, really convenient Free breakfast at 7am, first come first serve service (isn’t a large buffet, but more than enough) , really appreciated for my student budget
    Aitana
    Travelers with friends
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,692 reviews
    Very clean (spotless!). Fresh sheets and towels every day. Great location - to get into Galway city, beautiful walk along the coast. Felt safe. Friendly and welcoming staff. Nespresso coffee machine was amazing. Would 100% stay here again and recommend to friends/family!
    Orla
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $150.49
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,251 reviews
    A nice hostel in the centre of Galway. We had an individual room with (comfortable) bunk beds and a little private bathroom. The staff was very helpful and kind: lent us a hairdryer, gave us a discount code for the Aran Islands ferry, kept our bags before check-in and after check-out... The breakfast was solid and the communal room welcoming, complete with board games, free tea/coffee and books to peruse. Very good value for the money.
    Floria
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $197.79
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3,228 reviews
    This was the perfect place for us to stay, right around the corner from the bus & train station. Shops, pubs/bars and restaurants galore. The kinlay hostel exceeded our expectations and cannot fault it. Would highly recommend a stay here. The staff are lovely, friendly and very helpful. Our room had a double bed and twin bunk bed plus private bathroom! Very cosy and clean. Hope to be back in the future.
    Michelle
    Travelers with friends
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 46 reviews
    Great location, lovely clean facilities, towels and toiletries provided, cable TV, comfortable bed and linen, hair dryer provided, complimentary water and snacks, safe, easy locking system
    Marian
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $150.49
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,251 reviews
    Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities and comfortable rooms. One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in.
    Patricia
    Solo traveler
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,571 reviews
    Great location, super friendly staff, probably the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at
    Jakob
    Solo traveler
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,266 reviews
    Great location, nice facilities: guest area, kitchen, bathroom, carpet, friendly staff, great value for the hostel cost, cheaper day tour if booked with them.
    Richard
    Solo traveler

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