Kinlay Hostel Galway

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

8.8

Outstanding(151 Reviews)

Hostel in Galway

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

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

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About this hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, steps from Eyre Square
Coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
Kinlay Hostel Galway offers 40 accommodations with safes. This Galway hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Dishwasher

Map of Galway

Nearby attractions

Cliffs of Moher - Visitor Center

Tourmakeady Waterfall

47.4 mi

Available Rooms

1 Bed in an Eight Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

1 Bunk

Sleeps 1

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

2 Single

Sleeps 2

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Single Room, Ensuite

1 Bunk

Sleeps 1

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4 Bedroom private with Shared Bathroom

4 Bunk

Sleeps 4

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1 Bed in 6 Bed Dorm Standard (Shared Bathroom)

1 Bunk

Sleeps 1

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Kinlay Hostel Galway

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8.8

Outstanding(151 Reviews)

Hostel in Galway

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Laundry 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

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Dishwasher

Map of Galway

Nearby attractions

Cliffs of Moher - Visitor Center

Tourmakeady Waterfall

47.4 mi

Available Rooms

1 Bed in an Eight Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

1 Bunk

Sleeps 1

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

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

2 Single

Sleeps 2

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

Single Room, Ensuite

1 Bunk

Sleeps 1

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

4 Bedroom private with Shared Bathroom

4 Bunk

Sleeps 4

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

1 Bed in 6 Bed Dorm Standard (Shared Bathroom)

1 Bunk

Sleeps 1

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

Reviews

8.8

Outstanding(151 Reviews)

10.0

Sep 2024

Very friendly check in and located very close to the city centre

10.0

Sep 2024

I stayed two nights in this hustle; I recommend it if you do not have car. Clean, easy access, walkable. Nice stuff, Valerie and Amy helped me when I need to change my room, thanks!

10.0

Aug 2024

I loved this hostel. It was my first time staying in this type of accommodation and it was a great place to start. Very social and the front desk staff was wonderful.

8.0

Jul 2024

Near and central.

5.0

Jul 2024

Arrived early and was able to leave luggage in the secure room. The lovely lady at reception helped me find all the best spots and gave her personal recommendations for the city. The hostel was mostly clean, apart from the showers which I think was more down the to guests rather than them. There were great facilities and a nice communal area. Bedrooms were comfortable with a privacy curtain on each bit, always a huge plus in a hostel! Each bed had its own light and plug/usb socket to charge overnight. Basic breakfast provided the next morning. Definitely would stay again

10.0

Jul 2024

It was really nice.

5.0

Jun 2024

Awesome hostel. More of a hotel than a hostel. We had a private room for 4. The rooms were clean, smelled fresh, the beds were on the firm side and comfortable for us, the pillows weren't flat but nice and comfy. Everything smelled and looked new. The breakfast had a lot of variety and very good. Parking is a block away and not free but discounted.

10.0

Jun 2024

Friendly staff, right in the heart of Galway and just steps from trains, busses and rental car offices, perfect as a hub to explore the west. Also easy walking distance to shops, dining and tourist sites such as the Spanish Arch.

10.0

May 2024

Very comfortable, clean, and quiet. We felt very safe. Nice breakfast. Just a short walk from the bus station.

8.0

Oct 2023

Great Staff, very central place et very clean

4.0

Sep 2023

The staff are very helpful and kind. There's a luggage room you can use too although be warned: you may need to play Tetris squeezing yours in. There were a ton of luggages in place. But the room itself was serviceable, but highly dependent on who you get as per usual hostel rules. Not great procedures if you're trying to avoid getting sick. I wore a mask to sleep once I heard 2 people coughing and I only had the curtain to shield myself. Breakfast options were fine. You get a good enough option to be happy to go about your way.

10.0

Sep 2023

Once arrived very quick check in and info given for stay

4.0

Aug 2023

First time staying in a hostel/shared room, the experience was rather pleasing. The only downside was that no towels were provided, towels cost 2€ at the front desk. Overall cleanliness was good, the service exceptional! Breakfast was included, very diverse and tasty. Another great thing was the Kinlay Pub Crawl, would definitely recommend participating – met a lot of great fellow travellers and had a great great time!

10.0

Aug 2023

The bathrooms are clean, bunk beds are spacious with your own light & electric outlet & with curtain, beds are comfortable & nice clean beddings.

8.0

Jul 2023

A large hostel in the city centre. Even on a Monday, there are drunk Irishmen coming and going at all hours. One guy slept naked after he passed out at 0500. Nice breakfast.

5.0

Jun 2023

Wonderful Hostel for a few days stay. Clean and comfortable with well equipped large kitchen.

10.0

Jun 2023

friendly kind clean breakfast👍😋 location Everything is perfect!! Thanks ❣️

10.0

May 2023

Great stay! Solo female traveller and I stayed in an all girls room. Room was clean, a little stuffy, but great experience. They also do a pub crawl with the other hostels and it’s a great way to meet people if you are travelling alone. I would definitely book again. Staff was great and breakfast had tons of options.

5.0

May 2023

Kinlay hostel is way ahead of the pack in terms of its excellence. The hosts are very competent and friendly. Breakfast is plentiful and quality.

10.0

May 2023

I was bery impressed with the staff. This was the first time I stayed at a hostel and I think I would do it again.

3.0

Dec 2022

Room and bathroom were clean and beds were comfortable. Bathroom had no fan, or it wasn't working, so room was very humid. False alarm fire alarms went off twice both nights when I was there.

8.0

Sep 2022

Nice reception staff and a good breakfast

3.0

Sep 2022

Bathroom was dirty. Could use some shelves and more hooks. Bed could use some hooks or ways to keep purse, glasses or other essentials near you when sleeping.

5.0

Jun 2022

The location could have not been more perfect! The staff was helpful with suggestions on where to eat. The tour company in the same building was very cost effective too!

8.0

Jun 2022

Great location right outside Eyre Square, and all staff we interacted with were so friendly. We had a suite, and it was great to have the shower and all in the room with us

8.0

May 2022

Was pleasantly surprised and would visit again

8.0

Apr 2022

Nice place

5.0

Apr 2022

It was good

10.0

Apr 2022

It was good

5.0

Mar 2022

Cleanest hostel I’ve stayed in. Great location.

1.0

Nov 2021

MAKE KITCHEN FACILITIES SUCH AS MICROWAVE AMONGST OTHER THINGS USABLE, - AT ALL HOURS OF THE DAY. PEOPLE ALSO WANT TO EAT AT OTHER TIMES OTHER THAN BREAKFAST. AND WE'RE STILL PAYING YE TO BE HERE FOR A FULL STAY, YET WE DON'T HAVE FULL USE OF THE SERVICES. IT'S NOT GOOD ENOUGH. YE SHOULD BE OBLIGED TO TAKE A THIRD OFF THE COST IF YE DON'T LET US USE THE FULL FACILITIES IN-SITU. IT'S UN-ACCEPTABLE, WE ARE PAYING FOR THE TIME WE ARE HERE.

4.0

Sep 2021

This hostel is very clean and comfortable. It lost a star due to the breakfast. It consisted of bread, a raisin scone, cold cereal and instant coffee. The second morning we went down the street to a coffee shop. The other issue was when the front desk assigned our room to two ladies who walked in using their key as we were sitting in our room. I mentioned it to the front desk and the guy laughed and said, “my bad. I accidentally gave them a key to 221 instead of 222.” A little concerning, if we hadn’t been there to stop them. Other than that the room was pleasant. The location is EXCELLENT!!! Literally in the middle of everything! We walked out of the hostel and caught our bus for our Galway Tour bus.

5.0

Aug 2021

It's a really nice hostel, clean and safe. The staff is friendly, the free breakfast is good and when traveling alone a great way to get to know other travellers.

5.0

Jul 2021

First time using a hostel and I was pleasantly surprised. I highly recommend this facility.

3.0

Jun 2021

Excellent value. Room was comfortable and clean.

5.0

Oct 2019

As a 40 yr old I had some reservations about staying in a hostel but it was awesome. Staff was super with checkin and how everything works. Rooms were quiet and facilities very clean. Would highly recommend.

2.0

Aug 2019

Stay was very good

1.0

Jul 2019

The staff people daytime and the breakfast room great. However at night both nights people screamed and yelled till 3 AM literally there were drunks both in the dorm rooms and outside in Hallways Talking loud singingpacks of eight and 10 boys the security did nothing

2.5

Jun 2019

This was a great place for my one night in Galway. The staff were lovely and the location was perfect!

5.0

Jun 2019

Place was very clean and the showers were a step up from other hostels. Beds all had privacy curtains and a shelf that had plugins and a reading light. It was also very quiet. The breakfast is good with plenty of variety. The staff were all amazing! All so friendly, helpful, knowledgeable about the area, and always ready to answer any questions. I had a great experience there!

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Galway is £88 per night. This rental is £4 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Kinlay Hostel Galway. 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 Galway pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Kinlay Hostel Galway?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and dishwasher.

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Hostel in Galway

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Galway

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

1 Bed in an Eight Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Single Room, Ensuite

4 Bedroom private with Shared Bathroom

1 Bed in 6 Bed Dorm Standard (Shared Bathroom)

Kinlay Hostel Galway

Hostel in Galway

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Galway

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

1 Bed in an Eight Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Single Room, Ensuite

4 Bedroom private with Shared Bathroom

1 Bed in 6 Bed Dorm Standard (Shared Bathroom)

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 Galway pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Kinlay Hostel Galway?

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