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Galway City Hostel & Bar

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galway Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Galway Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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A bunk bed room with a window, radiator, and a sign on the wall.

Bed in 6-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

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

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A bunk bed room with a window, radiator, and a sign on the wall.

Bed in 5-Person Female Shared Dormitory

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, radiator, and a sign on the wall.

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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A bunk room with a wooden floor, bunk beds, and a red door.

Bed in 16-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

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

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A bunk bed room with a window, radiator, and a sign on the wall.

Bed in 4-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

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

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A bunk bed room with a window, radiator, and a sign on the wall.

Bed in 6-Person Female Shared Dormitory

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

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A bunk bed room with a window, radiator, and a sign on the wall.

Bed in 12-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

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

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A bunk bed room with a window, radiator, and a sign on the wall.

Quadruple Room

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

About the neighborhood

Galway

Located in Galway City Centre, Galway City Hostel & Bar is adjacent to Eyre Square and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Galway Harbour. This 8-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shop Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Galway Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Quay Street - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Galway Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 1 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Supermac's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pascal Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪An Púcán - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cooper's Bar And Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Skeff - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Galway City Hostel & Bar

Galway City Hostel & Bar features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Offsite parking is available for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this adults-only hostel include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Ovens, stovetops, and dishwashers are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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 elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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 rating 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

Is free cancellation available at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

Galway City Hostel & Bar offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

As of Jul 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galway City Hostel & Bar on Jul 26, 2026 start from $210, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Galway City Hostel & Bar?

This hostel is situated in Galway City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Eyre Square and Quay Street. You'll also find Shop Street and Lynch's Castle less than a mile away.

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

No, there isn't parking at the hostel but you'll find nearby parking with discounts available.

Does Galway City Hostel & Bar feature a casino?

No, Galway City Hostel & Bar doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Galway City Hostel & Bar?

At this adults-only hostel, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar/lounge and a free daily breakfast plus some rooms include a city view.

Are there hot tubs at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Galway City Hostel & Bar have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Galway City Hostel & Bar offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Galway City Hostel & Bar allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Galway City Hostel & Bar.

Are there connecting rooms at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Galway City Hostel & Bar.

Galway City Hostel & Bar Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 154 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, central location, well equipped kitchen, friendly and helpful staff, nice pancakes for breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and informative check in with Tom. Building was well kept and clean. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Akena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostal in a great location with activities for guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

piper

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
first time in a hostel!! stayed w 5 other gals and it was very nice. clean, safe, great area, great price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mahala

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, tons of amenities, great activities and super friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and super friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

José María

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hostal i have ever stayed in
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff here were very friendly. The location is great as it’s near the train station and the centre of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights abacus was fantastic. Good hot showers, great linens and towel, generous pancake breakfast and offer group activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great . Food , people and very clean !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bofang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, exceptional breakfast for a hostel. Location is great!
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Decent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorthe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love that place, will be back 🌈
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time, very central and the staff is very nice, friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was in a good location and the staff was really friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place. Definitely will rebook if I come back to Galway
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hareesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great hostel. Made great friends. Rooms were nice. Space was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfy hostel

Wonderful staff and very friendly. I felt very same and like staying with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025