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1. Galway City Hostel

2. Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025

3. The Nest Boutique Hostel

4. Snoozles Galway City Centre

Cheap Hostels in Galway

5. The Dawson Hostel Galway

6. University Of Galway Rooms

7. The Woodquay Hostel

Youth Hostels in Galway

8. The Common Knowledge Centre

9. Aille River Tourist Hostel And Campsite Doolin

10. Ben Lettery Hostel

Top Hostels in Galway

  • Best-rated
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Galway City Hostel

Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square
0.2 km (0.1 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
    US$ 6.88 per day
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Entertainment

The Galway hostel is just 1.1 km from the Millennium Children's Park and Playground and a short way from such cultural venues as the Wolfe Tone Bridge. The local authority Galway City Museum is 9 minutes' walk from the property.

To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the archaeological Hall of the Red Earl Ruins, which stands not far from this hostel.

9
1347 reviews
~ US$29 / night

Galway City Hostel

0.2 km (0.1 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
    US$ 6.88 per day
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Entertainment

Galway City Hostel

The Galway hostel is just 1.1 km from the Millennium Children's Park and Playground and a short way from such cultural venues as the Wolfe Tone Bridge. The local authority Galway City Museum is 9 minutes' walk from the property.

To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the archaeological Hall of the Red Earl Ruins, which stands not far from this hostel.

9
1347 reviews
From US$ 29 / night
  • Guest favorite
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Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025

Merchants Road, Eyre Square
0.2 km (0.1 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
    US$ 12.61 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Billiard tables

Located just 1.3 km from the National University of Ireland, the budget hostel is also in a prime touristic area of Galway. Lough Atalia is in the immediate vicinity of Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025, while the Lynch's Castle is only 5 minutes' walk away.

The nearby cultural landmarks include the Salmon Weir Bridge, which is 0.7 km away.

Providing a safe box, a multi-channel television, certain rooms also include a sitting area and a kitchenette.

8.9
3646 reviews
~ US$30 / night

Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025

0.2 km (0.1 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
    US$ 12.61 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Billiard tables

Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025

Located just 1.3 km from the National University of Ireland, the budget hostel is also in a prime touristic area of Galway. Lough Atalia is in the immediate vicinity of Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025, while the Lynch's Castle is only 5 minutes' walk away.

The nearby cultural landmarks include the Salmon Weir Bridge, which is 0.7 km away.

Providing a safe box, a multi-channel television, certain rooms also include a sitting area and a kitchenette.

8.9
3646 reviews
From US$ 30 / night
  • Beach access
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The Nest Boutique Hostel

Salthill 107-109 Upper Salthill Road
2.0 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace

Offerring a location not far from the public park "Eyre Square", this Galway hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the Eglinton Canal, which is 0.8 km away. The hostel is within 30 minutes' walk of the Roman Galway Catholic Cathedral.

The Nest Boutique hostel is 500 m from Salthill Beaches and within a few blocks of Galway Atlantaquaria Aquarium.

8.8
2672 reviews
~ US$29 / night

The Nest Boutique Hostel

2.0 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace

The Nest Boutique Hostel

Offerring a location not far from the public park "Eyre Square", this Galway hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the Eglinton Canal, which is 0.8 km away. The hostel is within 30 minutes' walk of the Roman Galway Catholic Cathedral.

The Nest Boutique hostel is 500 m from Salthill Beaches and within a few blocks of Galway Atlantaquaria Aquarium.

8.8
2672 reviews
From US$ 29 / night

Cheap Hostels in Galway

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Snoozles Galway City Centre

Forster Street
0.4 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
    US$ 13.76 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Table tennis
  • Sun terrace

The Galway hostel is just 1.5 km from the National University of Ireland and 950 metres from such cultural venues as the Salmon Weir Bridge. Lough Atalia is within reach of Snoozles Galway City Centre hostel, while the Galway Bay is a 14-minute walk away.

This Galway property is also situated only 650 m from the Lynch's Castle.

8.7
1838 reviews
~ US$57 / night

Snoozles Galway City Centre

0.4 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
    US$ 13.76 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Table tennis
  • Sun terrace

Snoozles Galway City Centre

The Galway hostel is just 1.5 km from the National University of Ireland and 950 metres from such cultural venues as the Salmon Weir Bridge. Lough Atalia is within reach of Snoozles Galway City Centre hostel, while the Galway Bay is a 14-minute walk away.

This Galway property is also situated only 650 m from the Lynch's Castle.

8.7
1838 reviews
From US$ 57 / night
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The Dawson Hostel Galway

Bothar Na Mban, Woodquay
0.2 km (0.1 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Sun terrace

The comfortable hostel is 2 km from the Salthill Promenade and 1 km from such cultural venues as the Galway Arts Centre. The Salmon Weir Bridge is located a stone's throw from the Galway property.

The Dawson Hostel Galway is situated within 600 metres of the Expansive green-domed Galway Catholic Cathedral.

8.1
3093 reviews
~ US$26 / night

The Dawson Hostel Galway

0.2 km (0.1 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Sun terrace

The Dawson Hostel Galway

The comfortable hostel is 2 km from the Salthill Promenade and 1 km from such cultural venues as the Galway Arts Centre. The Salmon Weir Bridge is located a stone's throw from the Galway property.

The Dawson Hostel Galway is situated within 600 metres of the Expansive green-domed Galway Catholic Cathedral.

8.1
3093 reviews
From US$ 26 / night
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University Of Galway Rooms

Upper Newcastle
2.0 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Tennis court

Situated 3.3 km from the Seapoint Leisure, the Galway hostel is 2.1 km from such sports venues as the Galway City Karting track. In addition, the Galway Market can be found around 30 minutes on foot from the hostel.

The Expansive green-domed Galway Catholic Cathedral, a prominent religious site, is 2.2 km from this accommodation.

8.3
535 reviews
~ US$103 / night

University Of Galway Rooms

2.0 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Tennis court

University Of Galway Rooms

Situated 3.3 km from the Seapoint Leisure, the Galway hostel is 2.1 km from such sports venues as the Galway City Karting track. In addition, the Galway Market can be found around 30 minutes on foot from the hostel.

The Expansive green-domed Galway Catholic Cathedral, a prominent religious site, is 2.2 km from this accommodation.

8.3
535 reviews
From US$ 103 / night

Youth Hostels in Galway

  • Great deal
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The Woodquay Hostel

23/24 Woodquay
0.3 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area

Guests of the hostel can discover the Port of Galway, located only 1.1 km away, or visit sports venues like the Galway City Karting track, which is only 1.2 km away. Collegiate Parish Church of St Nicholas of Myra, a nearby place of worship, is not far from the Galway hostel.

The Woodquay hostel is merely 5 minutes on foot from the Great Escape Rooms and merely 600 metres from the public park "Eyre Square".

8
2791 reviews
~ US$15 / night

The Woodquay Hostel

0.3 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area

The Woodquay Hostel

Guests of the hostel can discover the Port of Galway, located only 1.1 km away, or visit sports venues like the Galway City Karting track, which is only 1.2 km away. Collegiate Parish Church of St Nicholas of Myra, a nearby place of worship, is not far from the Galway hostel.

The Woodquay hostel is merely 5 minutes on foot from the Great Escape Rooms and merely 600 metres from the public park "Eyre Square".

8
2791 reviews
From US$ 15 / night

Hostels near Galway

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The Common Knowledge Centre

Ballyteige
31.7 km (19.7 mi) from Galway
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Heating
  • Terrace

The hostel is located about 10 minutes' drive from the Burren Centre and 3.8 km from the disused Kilfenora Cathedral. In addition, the 4.6m-high West Cross can be found 3.7 km from the Kilfenora hostel.

The Doreen Drennan Art Studio is among the cultural highlights close to The Common Knowledge Centre hostel, situated approximately a 15-minute drive away.

8.9
288 reviews
~ US$80 / night

The Common Knowledge Centre

31.7 km (19.7 mi) from Galway
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Heating
  • Terrace

The Common Knowledge Centre

The hostel is located about 10 minutes' drive from the Burren Centre and 3.8 km from the disused Kilfenora Cathedral. In addition, the 4.6m-high West Cross can be found 3.7 km from the Kilfenora hostel.

The Doreen Drennan Art Studio is among the cultural highlights close to The Common Knowledge Centre hostel, situated approximately a 15-minute drive away.

8.9
288 reviews
From US$ 80 / night
  • Beach access
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Aille River Tourist Hostel And Campsite Doolin

Doolin
36.1 km (22.4 mi) from Galway
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Heating
  • Golf course
  • Sun terrace

Situated within 6 km of the 1835 O'Brien's Observation Tower, the Doolin hostel is 2.2 km from such sports venues as the public Doolin Pitch & Putt Golf Course. In addition, the 16th - century hilltop Doonagore Castle can be found within 25 minutes' walk of the hostel.

To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the two-stage tower house "Ballinalacken Castle", which stands 4.3 km from the property.

8.4
1407 reviews
~ US$86 / night

Aille River Tourist Hostel And Campsite Doolin

36.1 km (22.4 mi) from Galway
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Heating
  • Golf course
  • Sun terrace

Aille River Tourist Hostel And Campsite Doolin

Situated within 6 km of the 1835 O'Brien's Observation Tower, the Doolin hostel is 2.2 km from such sports venues as the public Doolin Pitch & Putt Golf Course. In addition, the 16th - century hilltop Doonagore Castle can be found within 25 minutes' walk of the hostel.

To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the two-stage tower house "Ballinalacken Castle", which stands 4.3 km from the property.

8.4
1407 reviews
From US$ 86 / night

Hostels in Downtown Galway

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Ben Lettery Hostel

Connemara Ballynahinch
56.9 km (35.4 mi) from Galway
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Terrace

The hostel is also around 10 minutes by car from the open-air museum "Connemara Heritage and History Centre".

In proximity to this Ballynahinch hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the freshwater Ballynahinch Lake, which is 6 km away.

8.7
646 reviews
~ US$94 / night

Ben Lettery Hostel

56.9 km (35.4 mi) from Galway
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Terrace

Ben Lettery Hostel

The hostel is also around 10 minutes by car from the open-air museum "Connemara Heritage and History Centre".

In proximity to this Ballynahinch hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the freshwater Ballynahinch Lake, which is 6 km away.

8.7
646 reviews
From US$ 94 / night
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Wild Atlantic Hostel

Delphi Adventure Resort
60.5 km (37.6 mi) from Galway
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna
  • Terrace

The Killary Fjord is a 10-minute ride from this hostel.

Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as the freshwater Doo Lough Lake, which is 3.5 km away.

8.4
259 reviews
~ US$186 / night

Wild Atlantic Hostel

60.5 km (37.6 mi) from Galway
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna
  • Terrace

Wild Atlantic Hostel

The Killary Fjord is a 10-minute ride from this hostel.

Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as the freshwater Doo Lough Lake, which is 3.5 km away.

8.4
259 reviews
From US$ 186 / night
  • Beach access
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Old Mill Holiday Hostel

Barrack Yard, James Street
66.3 km (41.2 mi) from Galway
  • Shared kitchen
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Heating
  • Golf course

The hostel is nestled in the centre of Westport, in close proximity to the Saint Mary's Westport. Old Mill Holiday hostel is about 25 minutes on foot from the Quay Gallery.

The nearby cultural landmarks include the Clew Bay Heritage Centre, which is 2 km away.

7.8
639 reviews
~ US$30 / night

Old Mill Holiday Hostel

66.3 km (41.2 mi) from Galway
  • Shared kitchen
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Heating
  • Golf course

Old Mill Holiday Hostel

The hostel is nestled in the centre of Westport, in close proximity to the Saint Mary's Westport. Old Mill Holiday hostel is about 25 minutes on foot from the Quay Gallery.

The nearby cultural landmarks include the Clew Bay Heritage Centre, which is 2 km away.

7.8
639 reviews
From US$ 30 / night

Hostels in Galway with Car Parking

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Clare'S Rock Self-Catering Accommodation

The Burren,
26.8 km (16.7 mi) from Galway
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Laundry
  • Billiard tables

The hostel is in the very heart of the city centre, with access to the otherworldly Poulnabrone dolmen, located around 10 minutes away by car. This Carron hostel is also 2.2 km from Cahercommaun Ringfort.

To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the medieval ring Caherconnell Stone Fort, which stands 15 minutes' drive from the Carron property.

8.5
36 reviews
~ US$346 / night

Clare'S Rock Self-Catering Accommodation

26.8 km (16.7 mi) from Galway
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Laundry
  • Billiard tables

Clare'S Rock Self-Catering Accommodation

The hostel is in the very heart of the city centre, with access to the otherworldly Poulnabrone dolmen, located around 10 minutes away by car. This Carron hostel is also 2.2 km from Cahercommaun Ringfort.

To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the medieval ring Caherconnell Stone Fort, which stands 15 minutes' drive from the Carron property.

8.5
36 reviews
From US$ 346 / night
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Sleepzone Clare - The Burren Hostel

Kincora Road
31.8 km (19.7 mi) from Galway
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Golf course
  • Garden area

The hostel is 3.7 km from Doolin Limestone Cave and only 600 m from such cultural venues as the Doreen Drennan Art Studio. This Lisdoonvarna hostel is situated approximately 10 minutes by car from Beauty of the Burren Walks.

The disused Kilfenora Cathedral, a prominent religious site, is within 7 km of the Lisdoonvarna accommodation.

Certain rooms at Sleepzone Clare - The Burren hostel come with a safe, a personal computer, as well as coffee/tea making equipment for self-catering purposes.

7.8
307 reviews
~ US$54 / night

Sleepzone Clare - The Burren Hostel

31.8 km (19.7 mi) from Galway
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Golf course
  • Garden area

Sleepzone Clare - The Burren Hostel

The hostel is 3.7 km from Doolin Limestone Cave and only 600 m from such cultural venues as the Doreen Drennan Art Studio. This Lisdoonvarna hostel is situated approximately 10 minutes by car from Beauty of the Burren Walks.

The disused Kilfenora Cathedral, a prominent religious site, is within 7 km of the Lisdoonvarna accommodation.

Certain rooms at Sleepzone Clare - The Burren hostel come with a safe, a personal computer, as well as coffee/tea making equipment for self-catering purposes.

7.8
307 reviews
From US$ 54 / night
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Otter Hostel Connemara

Otter Hostel Derrynasliggaun
60.1 km (37.4 mi) from Galway
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Laundry
  • Billiard tables
  • Garden area

The hostel is 4.4 km from the Killary Sheep Farm and 6 km from such cultural venues as The Sheep and Wool Centre Museum. The Killary Harbour can be reached within 25 minutes' walk of this Leenaun hostel.

Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the freshwater Lough Fee Lake, which is 2.9 km away.

7.8
171 reviews
~ US$133 / night

Otter Hostel Connemara

60.1 km (37.4 mi) from Galway
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Laundry
  • Billiard tables
  • Garden area

Otter Hostel Connemara

The hostel is 4.4 km from the Killary Sheep Farm and 6 km from such cultural venues as The Sheep and Wool Centre Museum. The Killary Harbour can be reached within 25 minutes' walk of this Leenaun hostel.

Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the freshwater Lough Fee Lake, which is 2.9 km away.

7.8
171 reviews
From US$ 133 / night

Hostels in Galway with Private Rooms

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Lakeland House

Quay Road,
32.9 km (20.4 mi) from Galway
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Heating
  • Golf course
  • Garden area

This Cong hostel is around 10 minutes' walk from Lough Corrib and around 25 minutes' walk from the Ashford Castle. The hostel is situated merely 1.6 km from the Royal Abbey of Cong.

The nearby cultural landmarks include the Quiet Man Museum, which is nearly 20 minutes' walk away.

7.3
560 reviews
~ US$33 / night

Lakeland House

32.9 km (20.4 mi) from Galway
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Heating
  • Golf course
  • Garden area

Lakeland House

This Cong hostel is around 10 minutes' walk from Lough Corrib and around 25 minutes' walk from the Ashford Castle. The hostel is situated merely 1.6 km from the Royal Abbey of Cong.

The nearby cultural landmarks include the Quiet Man Museum, which is nearly 20 minutes' walk away.

7.3
560 reviews
From US$ 33 / night
  • Beach access
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Laneway Hostel Lahinch

Lahinch Kettle Street
42.8 km (26.6 mi) from Galway
  • Restaurant
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • Security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Welcome drink
  • Live entertainment

This hostel is 3.4 km from the Liscannor and 3.7 km from such cultural venues as the Courthouse Gallery. The Morrison Art Gallery is located just near the Lahinch hostel.

The Lahinch Beach can also be found a 5-minute walk away.

8
33 reviews
~ US$286 / night

Laneway Hostel Lahinch

42.8 km (26.6 mi) from Galway
  • Restaurant
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • Security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Welcome drink
  • Live entertainment

Laneway Hostel Lahinch

This hostel is 3.4 km from the Liscannor and 3.7 km from such cultural venues as the Courthouse Gallery. The Morrison Art Gallery is located just near the Lahinch hostel.

The Lahinch Beach can also be found a 5-minute walk away.

8
33 reviews
From US$ 286 / night

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

(1347 Reviews)

From 29$
Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel In Ireland 2025

8.9 / 10

(3646 Reviews)

From 30$
The Nest Boutique Hostel

8.8 / 10

(2672 Reviews)

From 29$
Snoozles Galway City Centre

8.7 / 10

(1838 Reviews)

From 57$
The Dawson Hostel Galway

8.1 / 10

(3093 Reviews)

From 26$

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