Galway City Hostel

Galway City Hostel

Hostel
 

Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland

Excellent1,798 verified ratings
9.0

$72

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Double room
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No inclusions
1 twin bed
$72
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Standard Room
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$106
nightly with VAT
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$118
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Galway City Hostel Information

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Galway City Hostel, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 1 February 2026.
Adults-only hostel with free breakfast and a bar Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hostel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. Free continental breakfast and fr...

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Check-in time15:00
Check-out time10:30
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+353 9153 5878

Perks and amenities at Galway City Hostel

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Galway City Hostel
  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

General

  • Earplugs
  • Quiet street view
  • Electric kettle
  • Reading light
  • Linens
  • Safety deposit box
  • Adults only
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Oven
  • Adapter
  • First-aid kit
  • Microwave
  • Socket near the bed
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • No smoking
  • Kitchenware
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Landmark view
  • Stovetop
  • Parking
  • Body soap
  • Lockers
  • Air-conditioned
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Safe
  • City view
  • Cleaning products
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Cleaning products
  • Dustbins
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Privacy curtain
  • Dining area
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Designated smoking area
  • Washing machine
  • Storage available

Activities

  • Library
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Evening entertainment

Services

  • Wake-up service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
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Reviews for Galway City Hostel

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Galway City Hostel, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 1,798 reviews of Galway City Hostel to date. Review data was last updated on 1 February 2026.
9.0
Wonderful1,798 verified ratings
Pros +
  • Ewa was excellent. (in 4 reviews)
  • "The dorm rooms are really big and the beds have curtains, bonus!" (in 5 reviews)
  • Right under the hostel you can find a pub with live Irish music (in 1 review)
Cons -
  • The bar beneath it has live music every night. (in 1 review)
  • The beds have curtains and provide a lot of privacy as for the conditions. (in 10 reviews)
  • Toilets and showers were not very close to the room. (in 15 reviews)
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Photos of Galway City Hostel

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Explore Downtown, Galway

Galway City Hostel is located at Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square in the Downtown neighbourhood of Galway. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 1 February 2026.

Most Popular Landmarks

Lynch's Castle

5 mins walk

0.4 km

St. Augustine's Church

6 mins walk

0.5 km

St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church

7 mins walk

0.6 km

Galway Harbour

7 mins walk

0.6 km

Nora Barnacle House

8 mins walk

0.6 km

Lynch's Castle

5 mins walk

0.4 km

St. Augustine's Church

6 mins walk

0.5 km

St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church

7 mins walk

0.6 km

Galway Harbour

7 mins walk

0.6 km

Nora Barnacle House

8 mins walk

0.6 km

Closest Airports

Galway Airport

12 mins drive

8.8 km

Galway Airport

12 mins drive

8.8 km

  • How far is Galway City Hostel from Pearse Stadium?

    Galway City Hostel is a good place to stay to see Pearse Stadium. It’s 2.7 km away.

  • Is Galway City Hostel close to Galway Cathedral?

    The distance from Galway City Hostel to Galway Cathedral is 0.7 km.

FAQs when booking at Galway City Hostel

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Galway City Hostel. FAQs were last updated on 1 February 2026.
  • How close is Galway City Hostel to the nearest airport, Galway Airport?

    The distance between the closest airport, Galway Airport, and Galway City Hostel is 12.3 km and the expected drive time is about 0h 09m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Galway Airport to Galway City Hostel?

    Getting from Galway Airport to Galway City Hostel can be as easy as hiring a car at the airport’s car hire desk for, on average, $56/day in Galway. Luckily, Galway City Hostel has parking on site for guests who choose this method of transportation. One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Galway Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost-effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

  • How close is Galway City Hostel from the Galway city centre?

    Galway City Hostel is 0.3 km away from the centre of Downtown, Galway. Consider visiting Galway Atlantaquaria, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Galway City Hostel by various forms of transportation.

  • What is the Galway City Hostel phone number?

    For assistance regarding your reservation at Galway City Hostel please call +353 9153 5878.

  • Does Galway City Hostel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Galway City Hostel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Galway City Hostel?

    10:30 is the check-out time at Galway City Hostel. Late check-out may be available, but needs to be agreed with the hotel.

  • How much does it cost to stay at Galway City Hostel, Galway?

    On average, guests have been paying $299 per night to stay at Galway City Hostel. Some users have found rooms as low as $225 per night. Enter your dates in the form above to see the price rates available for your stay.

  • Does Galway City Hostel have a laundry service?

    If you need to have clothes washed during your stay, you can take advantage of the laundry facilities and service at Galway City Hostel. Guests can also use ironing facilities.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Galway City Hostel?

    For the best chance to save money on your Galway City Hostel reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest ($121).

  • In what area of Galway is Galway City Hostel located?

    Galway City Hostel is located within the Downtown area of Galway. Utilise the map on this page to understand where Galway City Hostel is in relation to the rest of Galway.

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Galway City Hostel?

    Consider checking into Galway City Hostel on Saturday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $64).

  • How far is Galway City Hostel from Pearse Stadium?

    Galway City Hostel is a good place to stay to see Pearse Stadium. It’s 2.7 km away.

  • Is Galway City Hostel close to Galway Cathedral?

    The distance from Galway City Hostel to Galway Cathedral is 0.7 km.

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