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Galway City Hostel & Bar

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with free breakfast and bar/lounge

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

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

Bed in 16-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6-Person Female Shared Dormitory

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Person Female Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in 12-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 12-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

Bed in 6-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 5-Person Female Shared Dormitory

Bed in 5-Person Female Shared Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in 10-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Galway

Galway City Hostel & Bar puts you in the heart of Galway, steps from Eyre Square and within a 10-minute stroll of Galway Harbour. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Galway City Centre hostel include Galway Cathedral and Galway City Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Galway Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galway Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Galway - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University Hospital Galway - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 2 min walk
  • Shannon (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 with free breakfast and bar/lounge
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
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • 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 a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers 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 transport

  • No on-site 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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 on-site 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 ratings 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

What is the cancellation policy at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

Galway City Hostel & Bar offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Galway City Hostel & Bar?

The closest beach to Galway City Hostel & Bar is Grattan Beach (1.8 km).

Is Galway City Hostel & Bar family-friendly?

No, Galway City Hostel & Bar is an adults-only property.

Does Galway City Hostel & Bar serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

No, Galway City Hostel & Bar does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

No, pets are not allowed.

Galway City Hostel & Bar Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 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

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot by Eyre Square. All attractions are in walking diatance including the Latin Quarter & Galway Cathedral! The staff really make you feel like family! High recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was met with a very warm welcome by the worker at the check in desk. Clean, comfy bed. Was room is a good size. Even though I didn't really use the common area, it was well equipped and a good size for the size of the hostel. It's location is perfect for exploring the city. Would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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