Best Hostels in Galway
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Best-rated
Galway City Hostel
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 7.08 per day
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
Found just 1.1 km from the Millennium Children's Park and Playground, the Galway hostel is 850 m from worship locations like the Expansive green-domed Galway Catholic Cathedral. This accommodation is nearly 25 minutes' walk from the Celia Griffin Memorial Park and right around the corner from the Eyre Square Centre.
Guests will also find the Lynch's Castle, which is 450 m from the hostel.
Galway City Hostel
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 7.08 per day
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
Galway City Hostel
Found just 1.1 km from the Millennium Children's Park and Playground, the Galway hostel is 850 m from worship locations like the Expansive green-domed Galway Catholic Cathedral. This accommodation is nearly 25 minutes' walk from the Celia Griffin Memorial Park and right around the corner from the Eyre Square Centre.
Guests will also find the Lynch's Castle, which is 450 m from the hostel.
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Guest favorite
Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 12.97 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Billiard tables
The hostel is 700 metres from Lough Atalia and within 25 minutes' walk of the Seapoint Leisure. Also, Dead Mans Beach is 1.5 km away.
Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025 boasts a prime location just moments from the public park "Eyre Square".
Along with views of the city, the Galway hostel offers 359 rooms, some of which come with a seating area and a kitchenette.
Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 12.97 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Billiard tables
Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025
The hostel is 700 metres from Lough Atalia and within 25 minutes' walk of the Seapoint Leisure. Also, Dead Mans Beach is 1.5 km away.
Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025 boasts a prime location just moments from the public park "Eyre Square".
Along with views of the city, the Galway hostel offers 359 rooms, some of which come with a seating area and a kitchenette.
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Beach access
The Nest Boutique Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
The Galway hostel is 20 minutes' stroll from the two remaining Spanish Arch and 25 minutes' stroll from such cultural venues as the Salmon Weir Bridge. The Lynch Memorial Window is located just 1.9 km from the Galway property.
The Nest Boutique hostel is situated a short way from Galway Atlantaquaria Aquarium.
The Nest Boutique Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
The Nest Boutique Hostel
The Galway hostel is 20 minutes' stroll from the two remaining Spanish Arch and 25 minutes' stroll from such cultural venues as the Salmon Weir Bridge. The Lynch Memorial Window is located just 1.9 km from the Galway property.
The Nest Boutique hostel is situated a short way from Galway Atlantaquaria Aquarium.
Cheap Hostels in Galway
Snoozles Galway City Centre
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 14.15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Table tennis
- Sun terrace
The hostel is nestled in the middle of Galway, a mere 350 metres from the public park "Eyre Square". Natural sights in the area include the Millennium Children's Park and Playground, in proximity to Snoozles Galway City Centre hostel, and a beach is approximately a 20-minute walk away.
This accommodation is also located just 1.5 km from the National University of Ireland.
Snoozles Galway City Centre
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 14.15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Table tennis
- Sun terrace
Snoozles Galway City Centre
The hostel is nestled in the middle of Galway, a mere 350 metres from the public park "Eyre Square". Natural sights in the area include the Millennium Children's Park and Playground, in proximity to Snoozles Galway City Centre hostel, and a beach is approximately a 20-minute walk away.
This accommodation is also located just 1.5 km from the National University of Ireland.
The Dawson Hostel Galway
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
Found 2.5 km from Galway Atlantaquaria Aquarium, the hostel is 600 m from worship locations like the Roman Galway Catholic Cathedral. Lough Atalia is a short way from The Dawson Hostel Galway, while the archaeological Hall of the Red Earl Ruins is merely 0.8 km away.
You can enjoy proximity to the Riverside Walk, which is a mere 550 metres away, or visit the National University of Ireland, which is nearly a 5-minute drive from this property.
The Dawson Hostel Galway
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
The Dawson Hostel Galway
Found 2.5 km from Galway Atlantaquaria Aquarium, the hostel is 600 m from worship locations like the Roman Galway Catholic Cathedral. Lough Atalia is a short way from The Dawson Hostel Galway, while the archaeological Hall of the Red Earl Ruins is merely 0.8 km away.
You can enjoy proximity to the Riverside Walk, which is a mere 550 metres away, or visit the National University of Ireland, which is nearly a 5-minute drive from this property.
University Of Galway Rooms
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Tennis court
The hostel is situated 2.1 km from the Lynch's Castle and 2.8 km from Royal Tara China Visitor Centre Business Center, catering to the needs of business guests. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that this Galway hostel is within 30 minutes' walk of the public park "Eyre Square".
Families can have quality time by visiting the Seapoint Leisure, which is 3.3 km away.
University Of Galway Rooms
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Tennis court
University Of Galway Rooms
The hostel is situated 2.1 km from the Lynch's Castle and 2.8 km from Royal Tara China Visitor Centre Business Center, catering to the needs of business guests. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that this Galway hostel is within 30 minutes' walk of the public park "Eyre Square".
Families can have quality time by visiting the Seapoint Leisure, which is 3.3 km away.
Youth Hostels in Galway
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Great deal
The Woodquay Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
Located 900 metres from such significant cultural landmarks as the Wolfe Tone Bridge, this Galway hostel is also 2.6 km from the 16th Century Menlo Castle. The hostel is just 12 minutes on foot from the local authority Galway City Museum and in proximity to the Medieval City Walls.
You can enjoy proximity to the public park "Eyre Square", which is merely 0.6 km away, or visit the National University of Ireland, which is 850 m from The Woodquay hostel.
The Woodquay Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
The Woodquay Hostel
Located 900 metres from such significant cultural landmarks as the Wolfe Tone Bridge, this Galway hostel is also 2.6 km from the 16th Century Menlo Castle. The hostel is just 12 minutes on foot from the local authority Galway City Museum and in proximity to the Medieval City Walls.
You can enjoy proximity to the public park "Eyre Square", which is merely 0.6 km away, or visit the National University of Ireland, which is 850 m from The Woodquay hostel.
The Common Knowledge Centre
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Terrace
The hostel is also about 10 minutes by car from the Smithstown.
The Burren Centre is 3.9 km from this Kilfenora hostel.
The Common Knowledge Centre
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Terrace
The Common Knowledge Centre
The hostel is also about 10 minutes by car from the Smithstown.
The Burren Centre is 3.9 km from this Kilfenora hostel.
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Beach access
Aille River Tourist Hostel And Campsite Doolin
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
The hostel is located approximately a 25-minute walk from historical landmarks, such as the fairy-tale stronghold "Doonagore Castle". This Doolin hostel is also within 5 km of the Mountain View Horse Riding Centre.
Aille River Tourist Hostel And Campsite Doolin invites sports fans to visit the public Doolin Pitch & Putt Golf Course, which is about 30 minutes' walk away.
Aille River Tourist Hostel And Campsite Doolin
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Aille River Tourist Hostel And Campsite Doolin
The hostel is located approximately a 25-minute walk from historical landmarks, such as the fairy-tale stronghold "Doonagore Castle". This Doolin hostel is also within 5 km of the Mountain View Horse Riding Centre.
Aille River Tourist Hostel And Campsite Doolin invites sports fans to visit the public Doolin Pitch & Putt Golf Course, which is about 30 minutes' walk away.
Hostels In Galway City Centre
Ben Lettery Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Terrace
Located within a 7-km distance of such significant cultural landmarks as the Connemara Giant, the Ballynahinch hostel is also 4.7 km from the Dan O'Hara's Homestead Farm. In addition, the Joyce's Craft Shop and Art Gallery can be found approximately a 15-minute drive from the hostel.
In proximity to Ben Lettery hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the freshwater Ballynahinch Lake, which is around 6 km away.
Ben Lettery Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Terrace
Ben Lettery Hostel
Located within a 7-km distance of such significant cultural landmarks as the Connemara Giant, the Ballynahinch hostel is also 4.7 km from the Dan O'Hara's Homestead Farm. In addition, the Joyce's Craft Shop and Art Gallery can be found approximately a 15-minute drive from the hostel.
In proximity to Ben Lettery hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the freshwater Ballynahinch Lake, which is around 6 km away.
Wild Atlantic Hostel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Terrace
The Leenaun hostel is about 600 metres from Fin Lough and 3.9 km from the Killary Sheep Farm. The hostel is located around a 15-minute ride from the Killary Fjord and 61 km from Galway.
The Sheep and Wool Centre Museum is among the cultural highlights close to Wild Atlantic hostel, situated 4.9 km away.
Wild Atlantic Hostel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Terrace
Wild Atlantic Hostel
The Leenaun hostel is about 600 metres from Fin Lough and 3.9 km from the Killary Sheep Farm. The hostel is located around a 15-minute ride from the Killary Fjord and 61 km from Galway.
The Sheep and Wool Centre Museum is among the cultural highlights close to Wild Atlantic hostel, situated 4.9 km away.
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Beach access
Old Mill Holiday Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Golf centre
- Golf course
The hostel is about 2 km from the Westport House Caravan & Camping Park and about a 25-minute walk from such cultural venues as the Clew Bay Heritage Centre. The Pirate Adventure Park at Westport House is also situated a mere 1.6 km away.
The nearby educational landmarks include the Carrowholly Stables & Trekking Centre, which is 10 minutes by car from the Westport property.
Old Mill Holiday Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Golf centre
- Golf course
Old Mill Holiday Hostel
The hostel is about 2 km from the Westport House Caravan & Camping Park and about a 25-minute walk from such cultural venues as the Clew Bay Heritage Centre. The Pirate Adventure Park at Westport House is also situated a mere 1.6 km away.
The nearby educational landmarks include the Carrowholly Stables & Trekking Centre, which is 10 minutes by car from the Westport property.
Hostels in Galway with Car Parking
Clare'S Rock Self-Catering Accommodation
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Laundry
- Billiard tables
Found 4.5 km from the otherworldly Poulnabrone dolmen, the Carron hostel is 2.1 km from worship locations like Templecronan Church. In addition, Fire Pit can be found around a 15-minute drive from the hostel.
For guests who enjoy visiting historical places, Clare'S Rock Self-Catering hostel offers proximity to the ruined Leamaneh Castle, which is approximately 7 km away.
Clare'S Rock Self-Catering Accommodation
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Laundry
- Billiard tables
Clare'S Rock Self-Catering Accommodation
Found 4.5 km from the otherworldly Poulnabrone dolmen, the Carron hostel is 2.1 km from worship locations like Templecronan Church. In addition, Fire Pit can be found around a 15-minute drive from the hostel.
For guests who enjoy visiting historical places, Clare'S Rock Self-Catering hostel offers proximity to the ruined Leamaneh Castle, which is approximately 7 km away.
Sleepzone Clare - The Burren Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf centre
- Garden area
The Lisdoonvarna hostel is 7 km from the disused Kilfenora Cathedral and in the vicinity of such cultural venues as the Doreen Drennan Art Studio. Beauty of the Burren Walks is located a 15-minute ride from the Lisdoonvarna property.
Certain rooms include a dressing area and a dining area, as well as amenities like coffee and tea makers for guests' added comfort. Some rooms provide a personal computer to enhance guests' leisure time.
Sleepzone Clare - The Burren Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf centre
- Garden area
Sleepzone Clare - The Burren Hostel
The Lisdoonvarna hostel is 7 km from the disused Kilfenora Cathedral and in the vicinity of such cultural venues as the Doreen Drennan Art Studio. Beauty of the Burren Walks is located a 15-minute ride from the Lisdoonvarna property.
Certain rooms include a dressing area and a dining area, as well as amenities like coffee and tea makers for guests' added comfort. Some rooms provide a personal computer to enhance guests' leisure time.
Otter Hostel Connemara
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
- Garden area
The Killary Fjord is located 1.6 km from this hostel.
Also, the Leenaun hostel is a 15-minute ride from The Sheep and Wool Centre Museum.
Otter Hostel Connemara
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
- Garden area
Otter Hostel Connemara
The Killary Fjord is located 1.6 km from this hostel.
Also, the Leenaun hostel is a 15-minute ride from The Sheep and Wool Centre Museum.
Hostels in Galway with Private Rooms
Lakeland House
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Golf centre
- Garden area
Lakeland House
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Golf centre
- Garden area
Lakeland House
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Beach access
Laneway Hostel Lahinch
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Security
- Welcome drink
- Heating
- Live entertainment
Laneway Hostel Lahinch
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Security
- Welcome drink
- Heating
- Live entertainment
Laneway Hostel Lahinch
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Galway, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Galway City Hostel |
9.0 / 10 (1390 Reviews) |
From 29$ | |
| Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025 |
8.9 / 10 (3811 Reviews) |
From 30$ | |
| The Nest Boutique Hostel |
8.8 / 10 (2772 Reviews) |
From 29$ | |
| Snoozles Galway City Centre |
8.7 / 10 (1941 Reviews) |
From 177$ | |
| The Dawson Hostel Galway |
8.1 / 10 (2971 Reviews) |
From 26$ |