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Galway City Hostel & Bar

2.0 star property
Travelers start their day with continental breakfast at this welcoming hostel near Galway Harbour, where planning the day's adventures comes naturally

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Located near Eyre Square, Galway City Hostel & Bar offers continental breakfast and in-room WiFi. Explore nearby Galway Harbour or relax on the hostel's terrace and library. Staff are always available with local recommendations.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €160
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Room options

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Bed in 6-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Bed in 5-Person Female Shared Dormitory

Bed in 5-Person Female Shared Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Bed in 16-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

Bed in 16-Person Mixed Shared Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Located in Galway, Galway City Hostel & Bar is in the city centre. Notable landmarks in the area include Eyre Square and Galway Cathedral, and travellers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Galway City Museum. Don't miss out on a visit to Leisureland.
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Map
Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shop Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Quay Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galway Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galway Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Skeff - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪An Púcán - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gaslight Brasserie - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Galway City Hostel & Bar

Hostel near Eyre Square
Located close to Galway Harbour and Galway City Museum, Galway City Hostel & Bar provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Galway City Hostel & Bar boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with dishwashers, ovens and stovetops
  • Spices, cookware/dishes/utensils and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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 lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

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

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

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 ratings 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 Galway City Hostel & Bar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galway City Hostel & Bar on 2 Feb 2026 start from €159.61, 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.

How much is parking at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Galway City Hostel & Bar?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Galway City Hostel & Bar located?

Located in Galway City Centre, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Eyre Square, Galway Harbour and Galway City Museum. Galway Cathedral and University Hospital Galway are also within 1 mi (2 km). Galway Station is only a 1-minute walk.

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Reviews

Galway City Hostel & Bar Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Bofang

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

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

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Galway City Hostel was in a perfect location near the main shopping area and bus station but surprisingly quiet inside. The staff was incredibly welcoming and helpful. The facilities were very clean and the breakfast they provided was yummy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriel

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

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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudy

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

Galway getaway

Staff is great, helpful and accommodating. Great location and breakfast made the start of the day nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, clean, and the employees were so warm and kind
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maëlis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very kind and friendly !
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Noémie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Complementary breakfast is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and clean rooms, excellent location. The breakfast was also amazing and extensive. Cannot recommend more!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot by Eyre Square. All attractions are in walking diatance including the Latin Quarter & Galway Cathedral! The staff really make you feel like family! High recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect for solo travelling! It was my first time in a hostel and I felt very safe the entire time. I met some great people while staying there:)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice for a hostel. Very clean and lots of extras.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

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

Brilliant

Nice clean central Hostel - friendly efficient staff and compact but comfy common area…. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Haven’t been to heaps of hostels to compare but this one is nicer for sure. Friendly staff, bathrooms checked every hour, curtains around the bed, close to everything in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023