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Galway City Hostel & Bar

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel near Eyre Square

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Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Bed in 5-Person Female Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Staircase

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway
  • Eyre Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Galway Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • University of Galway
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

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Bed in 16-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 16-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Person Female Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 12-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 5-Person Female Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 5-Person Female Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Galway

Galway City Centre stay.You'll be steps from Eyre Square and within a 10-minute walk of Galway Harbour with a stay at this Galway City Centre hostel. Galway Cathedral and Galway City Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Galway Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Galway Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Galway - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University Hospital Galway - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 2 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Skeff Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪An Pucan - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar Galway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Murty Rabbitts - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Galway City Hostel & Bar

Adults-only hostel near Eyre Square
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Galway City Hostel & Bar.

This Galway hostel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
Galway City Hostel & Bar offers 8 accommodations with air conditioning. This Galway hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

National rating

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

Galway City Hostel
Galway City Hostel
Galway City Hostel & Bar Galway
Galway City Hostel & Bar Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Galway City Hostel & Bar Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Galway

Frequently asked questions

How close is Galway City Hostel & Bar to the airport?

Galway City Hostel & Bar is 58.3 mi (66-min drive) away from the Shannon Airport (SNN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Galway City Hostel & Bar have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Galway City Hostel & Bar.

How close is Galway City Hostel & Bar to the beach?

This hostel is 1.4 mi (11-min drive) from Grattan Beach and 2.1 mi (10-min drive) from Ladies Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Galway City Hostel & Bar offer free breakfast?

Galway City Hostel & Bar offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Caesar's Palace (4-min drive) and Claudes Casino (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Galway City Hostel & Bar have a pool?

Galway City Hostel & Bar does not have a pool.

Does Galway City Hostel & Bar have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Galway City Hostel & Bar to downtown Galway?

Galway City Hostel & Bar is 0.3 mi away from Galway.

Galway City Hostel & Bar Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 112 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Galway City Hostel was in a perfect location near the main shopping area and bus station but surprisingly quiet inside. The staff was incredibly welcoming and helpful. The facilities were very clean and the breakfast they provided was yummy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly where you need it to be
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant

Nice clean central Hostel - friendly efficient staff and compact but comfy common area…. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely wee gaff.

Cosy, lovely staff, great location in relation to the city, fab spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay, but far from cheap

great location, very nice breakfast, friendly staff, all very clean. But also you pay for it - it's one of the most expensive hostels around, and this was February
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akena, Arlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostal in a great location with activities for guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yarid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous stay

Amazing staff, clean, location was fantastic, great free breakfast and super safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Finley

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely nice place and friendly staff. Highly recommend staying here if given the chance!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hareesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect for solo travelling! It was my first time in a hostel and I felt very safe the entire time. I met some great people while staying there:)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

lilease

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a grand stay!! This was my first solo trip ever and i felt very safe, taken care of, and welcomed beyond my belief. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay- or better staff. I know y’all pay them extra to be kind to me ;) House on the water, boat in the window- the american dream baby. I love you Galway- & others. Mwuah!! -L
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Honor

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Galway getaway

Staff is great, helpful and accommodating. Great location and breakfast made the start of the day nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A Fantastic Hostel To Stay At. Very Clean. Wonderful staff. Beautiful Breakfast daily. Central to everything. Main Bus port straight opposite. Perfect storage. Able to have a bag of washing washed and dried cheaply. Overall l thoroughly enjoyed My stay
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. The bed and blankets were comfy. Room stayed a good temperature despite 5 people. The bathrooms were clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very warm and friendly. Great options for things to do in the area and free breakfast and tea/coffee every morning. The kitchen smelled of delicious baked goods every afternoon I was there :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, clean, and the employees were so warm and kind
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hostel was perfect. Location, staff, the rooms, bathrooms.. Everything was great!! They've set the bar very high for the rest of my trip..!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, they were friendly and professional. Comfortable common area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice for a hostel. Very clean and lots of extras.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024