Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square

4.4 / 5.0

Excellent(3,675 Ratings)

Hostel in Galway

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

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About this hostel

Located on the corner of Eyre Square in Galway City, the multi award-winning Kinlay Hostel is 1 minutes' walk from both the coach and train stations.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Wheelchair accessible

Family friendly

Map of Galway

Nearby attractions

Cliffs of Moher - Visitor Center

Tourmakeady Waterfall

47.4 mi

Available Rooms

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

1 Bunk • 150 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

1 Bunk • 129 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Bed in a 6-Bed Female Dormitory En Suite

1 Bunk • 96 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Double Room En suite

1 Double • 118 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

3 Bed Private Room En Suite

3 Bunk • 129 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square

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4.4 / 5.0

Excellent(3,675 Ratings)

Hostel in Galway

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hostel

Located on the corner of Eyre Square in Galway City, the multi award-winning Kinlay Hostel is 1 minutes' walk from both the coach and train stations.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Wheelchair accessible

Family friendly

Map of Galway

Nearby attractions

Cliffs of Moher - Visitor Center

Tourmakeady Waterfall

47.4 mi

Available Rooms

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

1 Bunk • 150 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

1 Bunk • 129 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Bed in a 6-Bed Female Dormitory En Suite

1 Bunk • 96 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Double Room En suite

1 Double • 118 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

3 Bed Private Room En Suite

3 Bunk • 129 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.4 / 5.0

Excellent(3,675 Ratings)

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3.0 / 5.0

Nov 2024

Great location and good spot for solo traveller.

Amazing location and felt safe for a solo traveller.

Other room occupants not very courteous of other peoples requirements for sleep during the night.

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2024

Wonderful stay close to the great city of Galway -- Very relaxing.

It's a great location. I liked the decor - lots of paintings around. Comfortable. Use of the kitchen which was always clean. Also free coffee tea and breakfast included. Very helpful staff Ashleigh in particular.

Nothing

3.0 / 5.0

Oct 2024

Kinda pricey for the quality you get

The common areas were really nice and comfortable. There were people working or reading, and the vibe was really chill.

The bedrooms are really tiny. The sink and mirror are in the middle of the room (not inside the bathroom), which makes it kinda annoying to wash you teeth and your face in the morning if your roommates are still sleeping. Bathroom was small, and it didn't have space to put your things while showering. Beds were really uncomfortable, and the lock system under the beds is not the most comfortable if there's someone on the bottom bunk bed. Kinda pricey for the quality you get.

4.0 / 5.0

Oct 2024

Très propre, super emplacement et personnel très gentil

La propreté, l emplacement

4.5 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Had great three nights there and it’s a great place to stay while in Galway

Overall a great place to stay. Friendly staff, a lot of option (pub crawl, tours, etc), and a nice place to stay.

The toilets are a bit nasty because unfortunately a lot of guests don’t know how to keep a shared toilet clean. I feel like they should get cleaned more thoroughly and more often.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Amazing place with amazing people

They were so kind and gave me all the information about the city. Clean, well located, very good breakfast.

Nothing

4.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Logement intéressant pour court séjour à Galway😃

L’accueil, le petit déjeuner, l’emplacement, le prix, le calme, et le fait que l’accès soit sécurisé.

Manque une étagère pour poser les affaires dans la salle d’eau et un rangement supplémentaire dans la chambre car déjà occupé en intégralité.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Exceeded my expectations!

Amazing hostel! Probably the beset one i've ever visited. The staff was very helpful, everything very clean, rooms cleaned every day. Breakfast was better than expected, for a continental one - they had freshly baked scones and fresh porridge. The receptionist also helped me to sign up for a tour which was great.

4.0 / 5.0

Mar 2024

Bien para un día

Me pareció una habitación pequeña para 6 personas.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

Excellent

The staff was absolutely amazing. Everyone is very friendly and supportive, the shared kitchen was clean and welcoming with free coffee, tea and even hot chocolate. The whole hostel has a very nice and warm atmosphere which will make you feel at home. If I ever come back to Galway again, I would choose the same accommodation.

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2023

My son loves this place

I did not personally stay here- I booked for my son and he had lovely things to say about this location

Everything from the food to the room

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

A fab hostel beside Eyre square in Galway with excellent breakfast & staff. Would recommend highly 🤩

The entire hostel 2 night stay was ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ From location to staff to breakfast; room was spotless clean; breakfast was super - fresh healthy options and plenty of it 👏 The option of leaving luggage in a safe space until we needed to go to the train station today was such a nice option. We loved Kinlay Hostel, will recommend and definately will return.

Nothing ! 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

4.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

La estancia en el Kinlay a nivel general ha cumplido con mis expectativas

La ubicación, la limpieza y los servicios del hostal perfectos.

El desayuno muy justo en cuanto a diversidad de productos, la almohada nada confortable y a mi parecer faltaria en las habitaciones de literas una tabla o mesa para poder organizar la maleta comodamente y no en este caso en el suelo.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Kinlay exceeded our expectations - hostel or otherwise.

I was so appreciative that breakfast was provided each day. The location could not have been beat! The showers were amazing, and the staff was so friendly.

Nothing.

4.5 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Superb

Rooms were nice & beds had privacy curtain. Breakfast was minimal but good. Staff were absolutely lovely :) Great location as well and wonderful shared spaces for relaxation!

4.5 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Perfect for what I needed

Location, clean rooms and bathrooms, the breakfast is great, very friendly staff

Parking was very tricky staff helped me as best as they could but I wasted a lot of time trying to park when I arrived

4.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Very good

I like my group of girls in the room, facilities for tea, fridge and relaxation area. Also enjoyed the standard fan in the room. Aso the lift. Save me hassle after a long day coming back from work

None

4.5 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Convenient, comfy and well-located. Helpful staff.

The bed was comfy and there was a curtain to separate you from the rest of the room. There were plenty of electrical sockets attached to the bed, and you can rent a travel adapter from reception for a deposit of 5€. There are spacious drawers under the beds for your luggage, which can be locked with a padlock. You can rent a padlock from reception for a deposit of 5€. The shared bathroom is down the corridor; there are plenty of toilets, mirrors and shower stalls with plentiful hot water and liquid soap. There's also a hair dryer for the guests' use. The kitchen can be used for cooking by the guests throughout the day; it's closed at night and reserved for staff during breakfast. The breakfast was great; there weren't too many options, but there was exactly what I was hoping for, cereal, some pastries and fruit. Tea and coffee are free throughout the day. There's excellent WiFi available for the guests. The location is excellent - right next to Eyre Square, the train station and the restaurant streets. Many tour buses leave from outside the hostel. The staff is very helpful.

I happened to share a room with some very loud people, who would also cause a ruckus in the hallway at night. I know that's not something the hostel can be responsible for, but perhaps a security guard could have come and reasoned with them. The next night, apparently, a security guard was seen in the hallways, so I guess the first night was just a loophole.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

fun

location

4.0 / 5.0

May 2023

convenient

Good

6 bunk room was stuffy even after I persuaded the occupant of the bunk at the window to open it I started the fan which helped

2.0 / 5.0

May 2023

FOR THE AMOUNT PAID €146 IT IS EXCESSIVE FOR THE SERVICE

BREAKFAST was skimpy for the cost paid

Guidance to use elevator to reception for seniors

4.5 / 5.0

May 2023

Central & good

All great, probably would have expected a toilet in the room but maybe I had high expectations. Lovely hostel

4.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Nice hostel

Friendly and helpful staff. Clean rooms and bathroom. Nice chill out area. Great location.

Beds were not numbered. Storage drawers could not be opened fully.

4.5 / 5.0

Apr 2023

It was a pleasure dealing with the staff. In particular, Brian & Maggie. They are top dogs.

the breakfast was lekker. although i wish they could have provided boiled eggs. a toaster would also have been lekker. (lekker = good / nice in south african slang).

4.5 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Superb

Great location in the city centre, a couple minutes walk to the train and bus station. The kitchen has all utensils and is easy to use to make dinners. The delicious banana bread is baked by the staff and served for breakfast.

I wish breakfast had a little more options like scrambled eggs or different types of bread.

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Galway?

The average price for a rental in Galway is $156 per night. This rental is $1 above the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and tv.

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Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square

Hostel in Galway

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Galway

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Bed in a 6-Bed Female Dormitory En Suite

Double Room En suite

3 Bed Private Room En Suite

Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square

Hostel in Galway

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Galway

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Bed in a 6-Bed Female Dormitory En Suite

Double Room En suite

3 Bed Private Room En Suite

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Galway?

Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square?

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