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The Nest Boutique Hostel

Property class: 2
Hostel near Grattan Beach in Galway

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A cozy restaurant with wooden floors, a bar area with wine bottles, and a central table with chairs.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and string lights.
A neatly made bed with a wooden frame, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.
A cozy room with wooden walls, a green armchair, a small table with a lamp, and a hanging light fixture.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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107-109 Upper Salthill Road, Galway
  • Place, Galway Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grattan Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Galway Atlantaquaria
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a brick wall, a picture, a lamp, and a rug.

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with two wooden beds, a brick wall, a window with curtains, and a door.

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with a bed, a red chair, a wooden desk, a brick wall, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Family Room 1 Double, 2 Twins

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

A neatly made bed with a wooden frame, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A corridor with bunk beds and a wooden bench.

6 Bed Female Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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A compact hotel room with a bunk bed, a wooden bench, a desk, a mirror, and a window.

7 Bed Mixed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with a wooden frame, white bedding, and a colorful abstract mural on the wall.

6 Bed Mixed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a window with curtains, and a view into a bathroom with a mirror and a sink.

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Galway

Salthill stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Salthill hostel, you'll find Grattan Beach and Galway Bay. Galway Atlantaquaria and Leisureland are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Galway Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Caesar's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grattan Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Galway Atlantaquaria - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leisureland - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 9 min drive
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monroe's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Crane Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Salt House - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Harvest Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hooked - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Nest Boutique Hostel

Hostel near Grattan Beach in Galway
As a guest of The Nest Boutique Hostel, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Nest Boutique Hostel also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Galway hostel.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
The Nest Boutique Hostel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. This Galway hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Bathrooms include showers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Paper towels

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 10

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 8 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 10 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, cash, and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property class

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Nest Boutique Hostel to the airport?

The Nest Boutique Hostel is 54.3 mi (60-min drive) away from the Shannon Airport (SNN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nest Boutique Hostel on Nov 4, 2026 start from $84, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Nest Boutique Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Nest Boutique Hostel.

How close is The Nest Boutique Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is a short 6-minute walk from Grattan Beach and 12-minute walk from Ladies Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Nest Boutique Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Nest Boutique Hostel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 8 for adults and EUR 8 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Caesar's Palace (2-min walk) and Claudes Casino (5-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does The Nest Boutique Hostel have a pool?

The Nest Boutique Hostel does not have a pool.

Does The Nest Boutique Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The Nest Boutique Hostel to downtown Galway?

The Nest Boutique Hostel is 1.1 mi away from Galway.

The Nest Boutique Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 554 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 554 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 554 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 554 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 554 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay overall. The lounge area is amazing. Only con was space between walls and bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel with coffee bar. Room and bathroom were giant and front desk was accommodating with our needs. Quick walk to O’Connors pub for drinks and amazing music
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff and location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great spot just outside the busy streets, so nice and quiet. Very clean and staff were extremely friendly. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location close to both the seafront and city centre and wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Very limited parking but street parking was fairly easy to find. Very comfortable and right on the bus route which was helpful for our adventuring.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bit further out of the city centre, but meant it was quite to sleep, nice walk along the seaside in the morning and shops close by for dinner. 30 min walk to town but pretty sure there is a bus. Place kept clean and was quiet, bed was comfy but rooms a little crowded.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic hostel which felt much more like a hotel. Great location, great value and staff were friendly, we would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great a clean! It’s a bit of a walk into town but was truly a wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely friendly staff and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter and I stayed one night. We were able to keep our luggage safely there until check out time. Staff were very helpful. Nice big relaxation room with tables and delicious chai at the cafe. Room was small but had everything we needed, very clean. Salthill area is a walk into Galway city center but many restaurants in close walking distance to Nest. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best place to spend night for solo traveller, dorms and washrooms are clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel was in a great location, on a bus route just 10 minutes from the city center. It had parking and breakfast available and the staff were very helpful. Room was clean and comfortable (we had a twin ensuite). Very flexible check in
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just a little further out of the town centre than expected and only minimal parking on premise. Otherwise a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I had a private room which was very spacious and clean. The bathrooms were also very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was an amazing place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lots of on street parking. Cool place. All good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and convenient, check-in was efficient and staff was friendly, the location was only a 25 minute walk to town, and the room was very clean. I would definitely recommend this property to friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was clean and staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Cheap beer. Breakfast was okay...did the trick?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff here are really nice, the place is clean and has a very cozy feeling. The kitchen and living areas are also great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed by staying in the Nest. Normally such boutique hotels don’t have the elevators so we were surprise to see the one in the Nest which makes easy to handle the luggage. The breakfast is continental with limited options but sufficient to start the day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, clean and modern rooms. Great little cafe if you need to use it. Staff are polite and helpful and itsbgreat yoj can use the kitchen until midnight. Bed was comfy and parking facilities too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 4 night stay booked for the GIAF. Beautiful location in Salthill nice coastal path walk into town about 25 mins also good bus route. Beach on doorstep. Handy eating places and shops nearby. You will appreciate the tranqil location away from crowds. Double room with ensuite was comfy. Staff helpful and friendly. Asked for fan provided one weather hot! Nice outside seating area and funky decor in communal areas. Highly recommend this gem
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026