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Reviews of Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel

Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland

#3 of 47 hotels in Galway

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 835 hostel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 21 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Price could be lower for the hostel

    Staff was really nice, I appreciated cleaning effort

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    9.0
    Great central hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is been picky but sheets would have been nice as the bed cover was way to heavy for summer.

    Great hostel in Galway. Close to the train station and everything in Galway that a tourist would want to experience. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The friendly staff and great location. The breakfast is good and the kitchen is super clean.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2023

    9.0
    It was a good trip but to short. I have to come back an other time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothings

    The location is perfect. The breakfast is good. We can choose what we want to eat. I like the staff. They give us a lot things to do. It's really good when we travel alone to have somes activities for meet people.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds aren't the most comfortable, and you will hear music from the pub late at night. Expensive for a hostel

    Excellent staff, felt very safe and clean. Perfect location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    10
    Absolute perfection - Botox for my mood 🤗
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That I couldn’t stay longer!!!

    I was coming from a really bad hostel in a different city and as soon as I walked in and met Tom at reception - I immediately felt better. So kind, energetic, genuine, and helpful. The hostel was clean - all facilities/ amenities great. Everyone who worked there was so kind. I met some amazing other guests and the hostels recommendations of where to go and what to do led to me having the absolute best time in Galway. Could not recommend this hostel more highly.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    8.0
    BRILLANT
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

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    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2023

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Location great, just beside train station. Staff was very helpful and very polite. Room and facilities was very clean. Definitely I would recommend that hostel for staying!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    10
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No lift but that's still fine by me because my luggage is not big & heavy. Noise from the street but bearable for a tired traveller.

    Everything especially the location! Very convenient to move around. Towels changed on a daily basis. Friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2023

    10
    Amazing !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The best hostel I’ve ever seen , the staff are particularly welcoming, friendly and smiling, ready to help and advise - I loved it! The hostel is in a really good location, with a happy, respectful atmosphere and impeccable cleanliness and comfort. The breakfast is perfect!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2023

    8.0
    worth the stay
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    very good location

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very warm in room

    Staff were lovely Clean

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2023

    8.0
    Great to meet people and kick back and relax. Would like to go back some day.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    You could have laid on a toaster maybe, and a snack machine and a visitor book but I guess this will suffice! The music next door was alright for a short stay but could be a bit much at times.

    Yes the breakfast was good esp. the homemade wheaten. Little things like the potted plant, complimentary sweets and the showers were all pretty nice. The staff were also friendly and the herbal teas and lemon water immediately took my eye.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    8.0
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic place to stay. Expectation exceeded

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2023

    10
    i extended my stay in Galway as I’m so comfortable here at this hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    excellent location! staff friendly and helpful

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only one fire exit for the entire building. The balcony glass door for our dormitory was locked shut. It was very hot, and it would make a second exit route in case of fire.

    The soda bread was excellent. The staff were helpful.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2023

    10
    Best hostel in Galway
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It can get quite loud from the noise in the street, specially if you need to leave the windows open bc of the usual stiffness of the air in a dorm. And my bed was open on a side so more light that needed 🤣Other than that it was comfortable and spaces were good.

    Perfect location and super nice staff. The common areas are great for meeting people and sharing a meal, also everything was kept extra clean. Small but not cramped

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, super friendly staff, probably the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I don't know

    A lot

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was really easy to get to and clean

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms don't feel very well ventilated and there are such a huge amount of fire doors everywhere that it can get a bit claustrophobic when lots of people are trying to move in the building. 6 bed dorm is quite small and doesn't feel well ventilated.

    The staff are really wonderful! Especially Trinity and the gent. on duty the night of May 11th. The location is amazing too. The washroom facilities and showers are a lot nicer than most hostels worldwide.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2023

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, the common room might be a bit too small but considering the locality, it is perfect

    Staff extra nice and welcoming; Individual plugs and light at each bed; all facilities are extra clean; plenty and diversity of choice of coffee and tea available at anytime.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2023

    9.0
    Nicest ppl on the planet (not an exaggeration)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Like any other hostel, if the room is completely booked up and if you're a light sleeper without the proper gear (earbuds & condition of going to bed "tired") your sleep may be a bit poor.

    The staffs were very nice and understanding. They were also very communicative the morning of my arrival date (the hours before I'd check in). Like many reviews, the staffs ensure the restrooms and kitchen is tidy/clean. I do recommend booking with them. You will not regret.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2023

    9.0
    best hostel in Ireland for a reason
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing.

    So close to the bus station! the staff was incredibly kind and helpful. the rooms were very clean and well set out. the amenities were also always clean. free breakfast was a bonus. best hostel I’ve ever stayed in. super impressed.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2023

    10
    Best hostel ever!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to complain about!

    Location (right next to the bus station and Quay St), staff, comfy beds, clean bathrooms, easy going and cosy atmosphere :)

    Stayed in April 2023

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