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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

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

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
$163 nightly
The total price is $184
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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

Bed in 6-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

Bed in 16-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Private bathroom
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Person Female Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 12-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway

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

  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 72 min drive
  • Galway Station - 2 min walk
  • Athenry Station - 25 min drive
  • Craughwell Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪An Púcán - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Skeff - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Galway City Hostel & Bar

Galway City Hostel & Bar puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Eyre Square and Quay Street. 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. 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
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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
LOCAL_PARKING

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.
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 (7-min walk), along with Galway Cathedral (10-min walk) and Galway City Museum (11-min walk).

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

Galway City Hostel & Bar is in Galway City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Galway Station and 8 minutes' walk from Quay Street.

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Reviews

Galway City Hostel & Bar Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, extensive, and yummy with great options. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The staff here were very friendly. The location is great as it’s near the train station and the centre of the city.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hostel in the world?

The best hostel I've ever stayed at. Clean, super friendly staff, great breakfast included, towel included (should be at all hostels but isnt). Would stay here every time I visit Galway!
Fredrik, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous stay

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Right beside Eyre Square. Breakfast was delicious continental. Lovely brown bread. Shower room was fine, a little dated.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and super friendly staff!
Frida, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely wee gaff.

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great property!
Hareesha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hostel was in a good location and the staff was really friendly
Sean, 2-night trip

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Perfectly located in the center of Galway, next to the train and coach stations. Lack of common room is largely compensated by the friendliness and support of the staff.
Sacha, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Galway and beyond.

Place was very friendly. Staff were very helpful especially Tom and Kerry.Very close to city, trains and buses.Also for trips to Aran islands. Not the cheapest of breaks but occasional bargains could be had. My bus home to Shannon and from Knock to Galway were outside the hostel,so no need to be anxious
5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Close to everything you can possibly want to do
Arlyn, 3-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great solo traveler stay

The women running the hostel are very nice, friendly and great hosts in general. It was my first ever hostel experience and could not be happier. Thank you !
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
lilease, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had such an incredible experience staying at Galway City Hostel—this was the last leg of a two week trip to Europe for me, and it was my first time traveling out of the states. I had friends from home with me for other portions of the trip, but was traveling solo when I hit Galway. I could not imagine how I could’ve felt more at home and welcomed here. I had a blast on the pub crawl lead by Luke, guessing people’s zodiac signs with Tom, and getting to know everyone who was around while I was. There’s something special going on at Galway City Hostel!
Margo, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

8/10 Very good

Good location. Decent breakfast
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place. Definitely will rebook if I come back to Galway
Ariel, 10-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Nice spot. Staff were very friendly and helpful when I asked for some local options. Breakfast was provided which was a nice surprise. Beds had individual curtains around the bunks, which my previous hostel did not. The additional privacy was welcomed. Parking options were a little bit of a walk, but manageable if you require it like I did. Would stay again.
Jesse, 1-night trip