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Galway City Hostel & Bar

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with bar/lounge, near Eyre Square

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Galway City Hostel & Bar, a haven near Eyre Square, offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and in-room WiFi. Explore the nearby Galway Harbour or unwind on the terrace with a book from the library; helpful staff are always ready to assist.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (5)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Offsite parking available
The current price is $192
$218 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 5-Person Female Shared Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 10-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 16-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

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Exceptional
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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 4-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 6-Person Female Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
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(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 12-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shop Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Galway Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Quay Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Galway Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 72 min drive
  • Galway Station - 1 min walk
  • Athenry Station - 19 min drive
  • Craughwell Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pascal Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪An Púcán - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Skeff - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fibber McGee's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Galway City Hostel & Bar

Galway City Hostel & Bar offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Eyre Square and Galway Harbour. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Galway Bay and Galway City Museum are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 3:00 AM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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

Does Galway City Hostel & Bar offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Galway City Hostel & Bar does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (4-min drive) and Claudes Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Galway City Hostel & Bar and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Eyre Square (1-min walk) and Galway Harbour (8-min walk), along with Galway City Museum (10-min walk) and Galway Bay (10-min walk).

What's the area around Galway City Hostel & Bar like?

Galway City Hostel & Bar is in Galway City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Galway Station and 4 minutes' walk from Shop Street.

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Reviews

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9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, extensive, great, and yummy, with many guests appreciating the pet-free policy. (16 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Very friendly and informative check in with Tom. Building was well kept and clean. Great location!
Kathryn, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very friendly and helpful staff Great location
jane, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, tons of amenities, great activities and super friendly.
Mahala, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostal in a great location with activities for guests.
Akena, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous stay

Amazing staff, clean, location was fantastic, great free breakfast and super safe.
Yarid, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Extremely nice place and friendly staff. Highly recommend staying here if given the chance!
Evan, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great friendly staff, exceptional breakfast for a hostel. Location is great!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Such a great hostel. Made great friends. Rooms were nice. Space was clean.
Kyla, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Had a wonderful time, very central and the staff is very nice, friendly and helpful
Karine, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Cindy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely wee gaff.

Cosy, lovely staff, great location in relation to the city, fab spot.
James, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfy hostel

Wonderful staff and very friendly. I felt very same and like staying with family.
Yara, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Lili, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Galway getaway

Staff is great, helpful and accommodating. Great location and breakfast made the start of the day nice
Rudy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff are very kind and friendly !
Maëlis, 10-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient, clean, and the employees were so warm and kind
Rachel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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
Gabriel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Complementary breakfast is great!
Noémie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff and clean rooms, excellent location. The breakfast was also amazing and extensive. Cannot recommend more!
Gabrielle, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice for a hostel. Very clean and lots of extras.
sue, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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:)
Katie, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The atmosphere was fantastic. I am a solo traveler and absolutely loved my experience here. I met some amazing new friends and the staff was also incredible and easy to talk to. The living area reallt lent itself to being an easy place to meet new people.
Melissa, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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 :)
Nia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Haven’t been to heaps of hostels to compare but this one is nicer for sure. Friendly staff, bathrooms checked every hour, curtains around the bed, close to everything in town.
kathleen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

they really want to make sure you’re safe, Tom especially did extra measures to make sure younger people and women were safe and it was very clean and excellent
Kate, 3-night trip