Located next to Galway Railway and Bus Station, Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel overlooks Eyre Square. With free WiFi, printing, and luggage storage, the hostel also offers continental breakfast and a shared lounge. The reception staff can arrange tours to the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and the Aran Islands. Offering landmark and city views, the dorms come with a wardrobe and access to a shared bathroom and toilet. The hostel also offers laundry facilities and vending machines. There is also a tour desk with free maps and ticket service. Local attractions include Lynch Castle, 4 minutes’ away, Galway Cathedral, 9 minutes’ walk away and the Spanish Arch, 7 minutes’ walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Galway, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
4 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.7
High score for Galway

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Zoe
    Australia Australia
    The location, the staff, events, facilities. The staff even put on dinner Monday-Thursday for €5, and do your washing for €10
  • A
    Anastasia
    Cyprus Cyprus
    Super friendly staff and the best location. Ideal for solo travelers who want to socialize
  • Lok
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hostel had a great location and was very social. Staff were friendly and helpful. I booked my tour to Cliffs of Moher at reception and really enjoyed it. Free breakfast also nice. Great social hostel if you're looking to find fellow travellers...
  • Milou
    Sweden Sweden
    Each and every member of the staff was so friendly! The atmosphere was amazing, and it was really easy to make friends! They arranged a pub crawl that I totally recommend doing. I don't think the experience could have been any better! 100% booking...
  • Katherine
    Australia Australia
    Staff are great, bed was comfy, room was clean, bathrooms were clean, 5 euro dinners were great as were the free/included breakfasts. It's in a great location next to the bus/train station and CBD. Luggage storage is really appreciated.
  • Niall
    Ireland Ireland
    the location was central and nice, the staff were friendly and super helpful, there was a lot of activities that allowed the guests to interact with eachotherr from a social dinner to a pub crawl.
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hostel was very clean, that I really surprised off as for the price I paid for 2 nights in there, i wasn't expecting to be that clean, shower and everything spotless. The staff are so friendly and welcome you with open arms, any questions...
  • Sean
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Included breakfast and local area information as well as the shared dinner that is available for such a low price.
  • Sara
    Italy Italy
    Clean, comfortable, with a very good breakfast and suggested activities to socialize!
  • Susanna
    Finland Finland
    The hostel was very clean and quiet. The location was excellent.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

View

  • City view
  • Landmark view

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area

Food & Drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs € 6.50 per day.

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Fax/photocopying

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Adult only
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Wake-up service
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:00
    Check-out
    Until 10:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of € 30 is required on arrival. That's about £24. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardMaestroCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that photographic identification is required by all guests checking in.

    A damage deposit of € 30 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel

    • The nearest beach is just 1,050 yards from Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel is 150 yards from the centre of Galway. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Evening entertainment
      • Walking tours
      • Pub crawls
    • Guests staying at Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet
    • The prices at Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.