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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

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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8.8
Fabulous
2,807 reviews
Price from
£26
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
2,542 reviews
Price from
£21
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.

Great breakfast! Not your usual sandwich bread and cheapest cereals, was pleasantly surprised. The kitchen is cozy The beds are comfy, the 16-people room is sort of divided into sections, so it doesn't actually feel crowded. All the staff I met were awesome. They give you free towels and change them every day. My room had the showers and toilets inside (I think it's not like this for all the rooms there). The location is perfect, right next to the starions, there's a Centra right in front of it and a bar in the same building.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,548 reviews
Price from
£40
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.

Bathroom was extremely clean for a hostel. Bed was very comfortable. Great location!

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8.7
Fabulous
3,179 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

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

We offer a wide range of ensuite rooms ranging from Twin/Double & Family Rooms, to 4, 6, & 10 Bed Dorms ideal for solo travellers or groups of friends sharing. With free breakfast each morning for all guests.

Location, just around the corner from the bus station. Super nice staff. Good variety of food for breakfast. Confortable beds. They clean your bathroom every day!

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8.3
Very good
2,231 reviews
Price from
£40
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.

It was big and clean! Had everything you need. Staff super friendly and helpful. Great location close to everywhere. Quiet not next to busy attractions. Budget friendly with simple free breakfast. Can also cook in the kitchen if you want

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7.7
Good
1,489 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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£102
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: £158.18
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,179 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
    Lauren
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £214.91
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,807 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.
    Katarina
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £120.35
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,231 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 traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,548 reviews
    Great location, super friendly staff, probably the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at
    Jakob
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,548 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.
    Marjorie
    Solo traveller
  • 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £122.76
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,542 reviews
    The people and the general atmosphere as well as the facilities all come together to create one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in during my solo travels. It’s safe and right by everywhere you’d want to go. Definitely would highly recommend!
    Christianne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £158.18
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,179 reviews
    This was the best hostel I have stayed at so far, amazing staff, a very well equipped kitchen, extremely clean bathrooms/hallways. i loved it here, the staff were friendly and accomodating, the bathroom had cool music, it was very central and close to town. I felt safe and comfortable here as a sole female traveller
    Zara
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £122.76
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,542 reviews
    Great location, easy parking. Galway is so expensive that I took a risk and booked a quadruple private room four our family. Overall it worked out. The first night was miserable as the pillows were terrible and one of the bunk beds squeaked with the slightest move. However they tightened it up and gave us new pillows. I found out I’m too old to rough it but as a hostel it was nice, clean, and friendly.
    Kristen
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £158.18
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,179 reviews
    Best Hostel I ever stayed. Very nice single room, great Location, good breakfast! Defenetly come back again!
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveller

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