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MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Kilkenny Castle

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In-room safe, free WiFi
Private kitchen
Dining
Living room
Interior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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24 Vicar St, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, R95 HX81
  • Place, St. Canice's Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kilkenny Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, The Hub
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shower

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room (With Shower)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite

In-room safe, free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Triple Room (With Shower)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Kilkenny

At MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel you'll be within steps of Medieval Mile and St. Canice's Cathedral. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and luggage storage. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this Kilkenny City Centre hostel, you'll find Kilkenny Castle.
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What's nearby

  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kilkenny Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Butler House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St. Lukes General Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Hub - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Kilkenny Station - 12 min walk
  • Waterford (WAT) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kyteler's Inn Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Daniel W Bollard Bar & Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Playwright - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brewery Corner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Petronella Restaurant & Café - ‬8 min walk

About this property

MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, near Kilkenny Castle
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Kilkenny hostel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel offers 10 accommodations with a safe. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 2 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self-parking fee: EUR 2 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

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

MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Kilkenny
MacGabhainn's Backpacker Kilkenny
MacGabhainn's Backpacker
MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Kilkenny
MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

Yep, MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel has a self car park for EUR 2 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Does MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental brekkie is offered daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

No, MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.