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The Nest Boutique Hostel

Salthill, Galway

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.

R
Rachel
From
United Kingdom
The accommodation was located right next to a beautiful beach. The place was fun to live in. The people I met were amazing and very interesting. The room spacious and everything worked. Cleanliness was exceptional. Facilities were first class.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,933 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$127.34
1 night, 2 adults
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Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel

Galway

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

C
Charles
From
Australia
It was such a fun hostel to stay it. So social and the rooms were very comfortable with great breakfast. The showers were great and the pub crawls were so good meeting up with people from Kilnay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,455 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$112.88
1 night, 2 adults
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Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square

Galway

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.

M
Marc
From
Germany
Bathroom was extremely clean for a hostel. Bed was very comfortable. Great location!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,805 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$124.63
1 night, 2 adults
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Snoozles Galway City Centre

Galway

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.

S
Shannon
From
New Zealand
Quick easy check in. Clean and comfortable rooms. Breakfast is light but perfect to start your day with.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,084 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$202.24
1 night, 2 adults
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The Woodquay Hostel

Galway

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.

N
Nattapat
From
Thailand
1. Good location, not far from the city center, Eyre Square 2. Nice to have shared kitchen 3. Very good to have private bathroom 4. Lucky to have the room on the ground floor.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,939 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$151.44
1 night, 2 adults
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The Dawson Hostel Galway

Galway

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.

D
Dionisis
From
Greece
Staff was very friendly especially Rachel and Connor who suggested places to visit, facilities were good with nice breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,603 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$109.34
1 night, 2 adults
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University of Galway Rooms

Galway

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...

E
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews
Location 7.9
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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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  • Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel

    Hostel in Galway
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,456 reviews
    Great location everything I wanted to do was walkable. Staff are extremely friendly and approachable and also very helpful. The free hostel breakfast is definitely one of the best hostel breakfasts I’ve ever encountered. It’s also a very social hostel with activities on most nights that are easy to access and super fun, as a solo traveller this was awesome! The rooms are spacious with secure crates to keep your stuff + privacy curtains were appreciated. Bathrooms are clean and numerous.
    Guest review by
    Melanie
    Solo traveler

  • The Woodquay Hostel

    Hostel in Galway
    Avg. price/night: $140.63
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,939 reviews
    It’s a great location and the best hostel I’ve stayed in for a while. The room was pretty good and the breakfast provided and the kitchen facilities were great. The staff were amazing as always and very accommodating and kind.
    Guest review by
    Kayla
    Group

  • Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square

    Hostel in Galway
    Avg. price/night: $219.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,805 reviews
    Great location, lovely and clean, beds were comfy, the check in staff were very welcoming, would highly recommend this hostel. I travelled on my own and felt very safe
    Guest review by
    Lauren
    Solo traveler

  • The Nest Boutique Hostel

    Hostel in Salthill, Galway
    Avg. price/night: $234.57
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,933 reviews
    Extremely friendly staff. The hostel provided clean towels, soap and shampoo. There was also a kitchen for us to use. Great atmosphere and really nice rooms. Overall, the best hostel I've stayed in so far. Great location. Would highly recommend.
    Guest review by
    Katarina
    Solo traveler

  • Snoozles Galway City Centre

    Hostel in Galway
    Avg. price/night: $151.68
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,084 reviews
    Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities and comfortable rooms. One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in.
    Guest review by
    Patricia
    Solo traveler

  • Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel

    Hostel in Galway
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,456 reviews
    Great location, super friendly staff, probably the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at
    Guest review by
    Jakob
    Solo traveler

  • Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel

    Hostel in Galway
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,456 reviews
    The best hostel in Galway, EXCELLENT free breakfast for hosts, tea and coffee available at anytime for free, awesome staff, great location, nice decoration, everything was perfect, I’ll come back for sure.
    Guest review by
    Marjorie
    Solo traveler