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Best hostels in Galway

16 Bed Mixed Dorm @ Galway City Hostel & Bar - Galway
9.8 42 reviews
Galway
15/09 – 15/10
£49/nighttotal: Â£1470 (30 )

16 Bed Mixed Dorm @ Galway City Hostel & Bar

1 1
hostel, Galway
Located in Eyre Square, this hostel is a 5-minute walk from Galway's pubs, restaurants, and attractions.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a 16-bed mixed dorm with en suite facilities and a shared kitchen, perfect for travellers seeking affordable accommodation in the city centre.
4 Bed Female Only Dorm En Suite @ Snoozles - Galway
9.8 34 reviews
Galway
12/07 – 26/07
£67/nighttotal: Â£938 (14 )

4 Bed Female Only Dorm En Suite @ Snoozles

1 1
hostel, Galway
Centrally located in Galway, this hostel is just 200 meters from Eyre Square and directly beside the Coach and Train Station, offering unparalleled access to the city's main thoroughfare and transport links.
This budget-friendly hostel provides excellent value with its modern amenities, including a shared kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and is highly rated for cleanliness and location, making it an ideal affordable base for exploring Galway's cultural and retail districts.
University Of Galway Rooms - Galway
Galway
19/06 – 21/06
£103/nighttotal: Â£206 (2 )

University Of Galway Rooms

1 2
hostel, Galway
Conveniently located just a short walk from the University of Galway campus and Galway's city centre, this hostel offers a budget-friendly base for exploring the city.
Guests can enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and laundry facilities, with elevator access available for ease of movement.
Snoozles Galway City Centre - Galway
8.9 2621 reviews
Galway
12/07 – 26/07
£56/nighttotal: Â£784 (14 )

Snoozles Galway City Centre

1 1
hostel, Galway
Centrally located in Galway City, this hostel is just a 2-minute walk from Eyre Square and adjacent to the Coach and Train Stations, offering a prime spot for exploring.
This budget-friendly hostel provides a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, an on-site common room with a pool table, and an outdoor garden with table tennis, ensuring plenty to do for all guests.
The Dawson Hostel Galway - Galway
8.1 3036 reviews
Galway
24/07 – 29/07
£90/nighttotal: Â£450 (5 )

The Dawson Hostel Galway

1 2
hostel, Galway
Centrally located in Galway, this hostel is just 100 metres from Eyre Square and a 3-minute walk from the main transport hub.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, The Dawson Hostel Galway provides complimentary Wi-Fi and a spacious outdoor terrace, with alcohol consumption restricted to the ground floor area.
6 Bed Mixed Dorm En Suite @ Snoozles Galway City - Galway
9.7 36 reviews
Galway
06/06 – 13/06
£51/nighttotal: Â£357 (7 )

6 Bed Mixed Dorm En Suite @ Snoozles Galway City

1 1
hostel, Galway
Located next to the Coach and Train Station, this hostel is just 2 minutes on foot from Eyre Square, Shop Street and Quay Street, offering a truly unbeatable position in Galway city.
This budget-friendly hostel provides shared kitchen facilities, a communal dining room, and a common room, making it an affordable choice for travellers seeking a cheap and cozy stay.
Kinlay House Eyre Square Hostel - Galway
Galway
05/07 – 07/07
£55/nighttotal: Â£110 (2 )

Kinlay House Eyre Square Hostel

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hostel, Galway
Directly on Eyre Square in Galway city centre, Kinlay House Eyre Square Hostel offers immediate access to shops, restaurants, and pubs, making it a prime location for exploring the urban landscape.
This budget-friendly hostel provides complimentary Wi-Fi, a shared kitchen, and a tour assistance desk, with a swimming pool available for guest use.
6-bed Private Ensuite - Galway
8.9 11574 reviews
Galway
06/06 – 13/06
£83/nighttotal: Â£581 (7 )

6-bed Private Ensuite

1 2
hostel, Galway
Centrally located in Galway, this hostel is just 100 metres from Eyre Square and a three-minute walk from the main bus and train stations.
Awarded 'Most Popular Hostel in Galway City' in 2019, this budget-friendly accommodation offers free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, and all-day tea/coffee, with almost all rooms being en suite.
Holiday At Hubble - Galway
Galway
02/07 – 04/07
£100/nighttotal: Â£200 (2 )

Holiday At Hubble

2 4
hostel, Galway
Located just off Galway city centre, Holiday at Hubble is a mere 1.1 kilometres from Eyre Square and Galway Cathedral, offering an affordable base for exploring the city and is a short walk from University of Galway.
This hostel provides shared apartment-style accommodation with a communal self-catering kitchen, featuring a microwave oven and a garden, with an exclusive underground car-park available for residents.
Galway City Hostel - Galway
9.4 7082 reviews
Galway
12/07 – 26/07
£53/nighttotal: Â£742 (14 )

Galway City Hostel

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hostel, Galway
Perfectly situated in Galway city centre, this hostel boasts a prime location adjacent to Galway Railway and Bus Station, overlooking Eyre Square and within a 10-minute walk of Lynch Castle, the Spanish Arch, and Galway Cathedral.
Offering budget-friendly continental breakfast and complimentary WiFi, this hostel provides practical amenities including laundry facilities and an on-site tour desk for excursions to the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands.
Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025 - Galway
9.4 13316 reviews
Galway
06/06 – 13/06
£103/nighttotal: Â£721 (7 )

Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025

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hostel, Galway
Directly on Eyre Square, this award-winning hostel is a minute's walk from Galway's coach and train stations, offering a prime location for exploring the city and beyond.
This budget-friendly hostel boasts a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, a spacious common area with a pool table, and complimentary breakfast, providing excellent value for travellers.
10 Bed Mixed Dorm En Suite @ Snoozles Galway - Galway
9.9 29 reviews
Galway
12/07 – 26/07
£56/nighttotal: Â£784 (14 )

10 Bed Mixed Dorm En Suite @ Snoozles Galway

1 1
hostel, Galway
Centrally located in Galway, this hostel is just 2 minutes on foot from Eyre Square, Shop Street, and Quay Street, and is adjacent to the Coach and Train Station.
Offering excellent value, this budget-friendly hostel provides a well-equipped kitchen, common room, and an outdoor patio, making it an ideal affordable base for exploring the city.

Best hostels in Galway with breakfast included

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Menlo Park Hotel - Galway
8.9 10329 reviews
Galway
18/07 – 20/07
£250/nighttotal: Â£500 (2 )

Menlo Park Hotel

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hotel, Galway
Located in the Menlo Park area, these self-catered apartments are just 1.7 kilometres from Galway city centre and benefit from a bus stop directly outside for easy access to the city and train station.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, these apartments boast fully equipped kitchens, spacious living areas with TVs, and free Wi-Fi, with many featuring balconies for al fresco dining and on-site parking.
Snoozles Galway City Centre - Galway
Galway
01/07 – 06/07
£57/nighttotal: Â£285 (5 )

Snoozles Galway City Centre

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hostel, Galway
Centrally located in Galway city centre, Snoozles Galway City Centre offers immediate access to city views and is just 500 meters from Eyre Square.
This budget-friendly hostel provides free Wi-Fi, tour assistance, and on-site laundry facilities for a convenient and affordable stay.

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The Dean Galway - Galway
Galway
05/07 – 06/07
£155/nightfor 1 night

The Dean Galway

1 2
hostel, Galway
Centrally located in Galway city centre, The Dean Galway hostel offers convenient access to urban exploration and is just 500 meters from Eyre Square.
This budget-friendly hostel boasts a fitness centre, steam bath, and a restaurant, ensuring a comfortable and affordable stay with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.
University Of Galway Rooms - Galway
9.1 49 reviews
Galway
26/07 – 02/08
£146/nighttotal: Â£1022 (7 )

University Of Galway Rooms

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hostel, Galway
Conveniently located in Newcastle, this hostel is under 2 kilometres from both the University of Galway and University Hospital Galway, and within 3 kilometres of Galway Cathedral and the scenic Galway Bay.
Offering excellent value, this budget-friendly hostel provides free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a communal microwave and refrigerator, making it an affordable choice for exploring the seaside city.
The Nest Boutique Hostel - Galway
9.0 4232 reviews
Galway
23/07 – 27/07
£114/nighttotal: Â£456 (4 )

The Nest Boutique Hostel

1 2
hostel, Galway
Just 1.1 kilometres from St. Nicholas Collegiate Church, The Nest Boutique Hostel is located in Salthill, 400 meters from the promenade, offering an affordable base near the seaside.
This family-friendly hostel provides a garden, terrace, and on-site restaurant, alongside essential amenities like free Wi-Fi and a communal kitchen, making it a great budget-friendly choice for exploring Galway.
University Of Galway Rooms - Galway
8.8 16 reviews
Galway
12/06 – 14/06
£116/nighttotal: Â£232 (2 )

University Of Galway Rooms

1 2
hostel, Galway
Hostel listing with an excellent rating of 88% based on 16 reviews. This accommodation is based in Galway.
Facilities and services: a child space, a wheelchair friendly access and a ping pong table. Enjoy free parking with this accommodation in Galway!

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Snoozles Quay Street Tourist Hostel - Galway
Galway
18/07 – 20/07
£388/nighttotal: Â£776 (2 )

Snoozles Quay Street Tourist Hostel

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hostel, Galway
Centrally located in Galway, Snoozles Quay Street Tourist Hostel offers a prime position for exploring the city's main landmarks on foot, just a short walk from the Spanish Arch.
This budget-friendly hostel provides essential amenities including a shared kitchen with a fridge and microwave, complimentary Wi-Fi, and tour assistance, making it an affordable choice for travellers.
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