Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
#3 of 47 hotels in Galway
Guests' ChoiceBased on 835 hostel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: 21 July 2023
Jana
Czech RepublicPrice could be lower for the hostel
Staff was really nice, I appreciated cleaning effort
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 19 July 2023
Tony
AustraliaThis 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
Amy770
TaiwanThe friendly staff and great location. The breakfast is good and the kitchen is super clean.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 6 July 2023
Eloïse
Francenothings
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
Elizabeth
United StatesBeds 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
Molli
United StatesThat 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
Marisa
Ireland.
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Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 29 June 2023
Agnieszka
Poland-
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
Noorazma
MalaysiaNo 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
Michon
FranceNothing
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
Sarisha
New Zealandvery good location
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 12 June 2023
Sarah
New ZealandVery warm in room
Staff were lovely Clean
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 9 June 2023
Shane
AustraliaYou 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
Abimbola
IrelandFantastic place to stay. Expectation exceeded
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 6 June 2023
Theresa
United Statesexcellent location! staff friendly and helpful
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 4 June 2023
Josephine
AustraliaOnly 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
Camila
UruguayIt 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
Jakob
SloveniaGreat location, super friendly staff, probably the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 17 May 2023
Cyril
FranceI don't know
A lot
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 13 May 2023
Rebecca
United KingdomIt was really easy to get to and clean
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 13 May 2023
Amawander
IrelandThe 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
Joséphine
FranceNothing, 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
Angela
United StatesLike 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
Michelle
Australianothing.
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
Asia
PolandNothing 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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