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Hostels in Galway

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The best hostels in Galway

Some of the best backpacker spots in Galway

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,938 reviews
    From
    US$123
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,466 reviews
    From
    US$99
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,806 reviews
    From
    US$113
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,618 reviews
    From
    US$109
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,073 reviews
    From
    US$151
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,934 reviews
    From
    US$151
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Hostels that guests love in Galway

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  • Avg. price/night: US$197.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,466 reviews
    Great location everything I wanted to do was walkable. Staff are extremely friendly and approachable and also very helpful. The free hostel breakfast is definitely one of the best hostel breakfasts I’ve ever encountered. It’s also a very social hostel with activities on most nights that are easy to access and super fun, as a solo traveller this was awesome! The rooms are spacious with secure crates to keep your stuff + privacy curtains were appreciated. Bathrooms are clean and numerous.
    Guest review by
    Melanie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$163.41
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,934 reviews
    It’s a great location and the best hostel I’ve stayed in for a while. The room was pretty good and the breakfast provided and the kitchen facilities were great. The staff were amazing as always and very accommodating and kind.
    Guest review by
    Kayla
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$151.49
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,806 reviews
    Great location, lovely and clean, beds were comfy, the check in staff were very welcoming, would highly recommend this hostel. I travelled on my own and felt very safe
    Guest review by
    Lauren
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$122.72
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,938 reviews
    Extremely friendly staff. The hostel provided clean towels, soap and shampoo. There was also a kitchen for us to use. Great atmosphere and really nice rooms. Overall, the best hostel I've stayed in so far. Great location. Would highly recommend.
    Guest review by
    Katarina
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$219.60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,073 reviews
    Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities and comfortable rooms. One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in.
    Guest review by
    Patricia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$197.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,466 reviews
    Great location, super friendly staff, probably the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at
    Guest review by
    Jakob
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$197.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,466 reviews
    The best hostel in Galway, EXCELLENT free breakfast for hosts, tea and coffee available at anytime for free, awesome staff, great location, nice decoration, everything was perfect, I’ll come back for sure.
    Guest review by
    Marjorie
    Solo traveller