Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025
US$213
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$213
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025 average US$115 in the cheapest month (January) and US$289 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$115 |
| February | US$127 |
| March | US$167 |
| April | US$224 |
| May | US$278 |
| June | US$254 |
| July | US$260 |
| August | US$289 |
| September | US$213 |
| October | US$163 |
| November | US$132 |
| December | US$132 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$289)
Cheapest: January (~US$115)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area. Additional features at this hostel include tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area. Additional features at this hostel include tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Dining
A complimentary continental breakfast is included.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 40 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Kinlay Hostel Galway, you'll be centrally located in Galway, steps from Eyre Square and within a 10-minute walk of Galway Harbour. This hostel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Galway Bay and 0.6 mi (1 km) from University of Galway.
What's nearby
Eyre Square(0.1 Miles)
The Fountain(0.1 Miles)
Shop Street(0.2 Miles)
Bold Art Gallery(0.2 Miles)
Padraic O'Conaire Statue(0.2 Miles)
Lynch's Castle(0.2 Miles)
St. Augustine's Church(0.2 Miles)
St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church(0.3 Miles)
Galway Harbour(0.3 Miles)
Druid Theatre(0.3 Miles)
Hall of the Red Earl(0.3 Miles)
Quay Street(0.3 Miles)
Nora Barnacle House(0.4 Miles)
St. Francis Abbey(0.4 Miles)
Spanish Arch(0.4 Miles)
The preferred airport for Kinlay Hostel Galway is Shannon Airport (SNN)(58.6 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
ATM/Cash machine
Location
Merchants Road, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Eyre Square (0.1 Miles)
The Fountain (0.1 Miles)
Shop Street (0.2 Miles)
Bold Art Gallery (0.2 Miles)
Padraic O'Conaire Statue (0.2 Miles)
Lynch's Castle (0.2 Miles)
Guest reviews
9.1
Superb
Based on 1,835 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
11%
Family
6%
Group
52%
Solo
26%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025 draws strong praise for its central Galway location, welcoming staff, clean spaces, and amenities including a well equipped kitchen, sociable common areas, and a free breakfast that many enjoy.
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What guests think
Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025 draws strong praise for its central Galway location, welcoming staff, clean spaces, and amenities including a well equipped kitchen, sociable common areas, and a free breakfast that many enjoy.
Guests highlight comfortable bunks with privacy curtains, individual lights and outlets, plus excellent Wi‑Fi. Common drawbacks include some dirty or humid bathrooms, small or stuffy dorms, occasional noise from other guests, off site discounted parking, and a false fire alarm incident. Overall, expect a friendly hostel with strong amenities and mostly smooth stays.
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Facilities
Well‑equipped communal kitchen and inviting common areas stand out, with useful luggage storage. Discounted parking is off site; one review noted voucher confusion.
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10
Amanda
20 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice breakfast, clean facility, great discount on parking.
Nice breakfast, clean facility, great discount on parking.
10
Michael
10 May 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at - Kinlay just gets so many things right! Dorm beds are comfortable with privacy curtains, light, power socket and USB. Showers are very good, with hooks for hanging items and shower gel provided. And finally a hostel that doesn’t charge or require a deposit for towels - fantastic! There is a large and pleasant communal area, with a pool table and piano. The kitchen is large and has everything you need, plus there are lots of fridges and freezers. Free tea, coffee and some fruit is available 24/7 which is just brilliant, and there are even some free daily afternoon biscuits. The free breakfast is very good. The hostel is very clean throughout with everything well-maintained. WiFi is excellent. Staff are very friendly and super helpful. Note that Kinlay Hostel is operated by the same people as Snoozles Hostel, which is also superb. I strongly recommend both.
One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at - Kinlay just gets so many things right! Dorm beds are comfortable with privacy curtains, light, power socket and USB. Showers are very good, with hooks for hanging items and shower gel provided. And finally a hostel that doesn’t charge or require a deposit for towels - fantastic! There is a large and pleasant communal area, with a pool table and piano. The kitchen is large and has everything you need, plus there are lots of fridges and freezers. Free tea, coffee and some fruit is available 24/7 which is just brilliant, and there are even some free daily afternoon biscuits. The free breakfast is very good. The hostel is very clean throughout with everything well-maintained. WiFi is excellent. Staff are very friendly and super helpful. Note that Kinlay Hostel is operated by the same people as Snoozles Hostel, which is also superb. I strongly recommend both.
10
Charlotte
29 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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
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
Lezlie
14 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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
Donna
15 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
Wonderful Hostel for a few days stay. Clean and comfortable with well equipped large kitchen.
Wonderful Hostel for a few days stay. Clean and comfortable with well equipped large kitchen.
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ANTONIO JESUS
7 Nov 2022
·
Las instalaciones son estupendas, aunque es un sitio para gente joven. Puedes hacerte la comida.
Las instalaciones son estupendas, aunque es un sitio para gente joven. Puedes hacerte la comida.
10
Leah
4 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I had a great stay at the Kinlay! Staff were friendly, the hostel was clean, great kitchen facilities and lots of opportunities to socialize with others if that is what you are looking for.
I had a great stay at the Kinlay! Staff were friendly, the hostel was clean, great kitchen facilities and lots of opportunities to socialize with others if that is what you are looking for.
8
Dennis
26 Sept 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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
James
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed our stay here. This is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. Staff was very friendly, the rooms were clean and their kitchen looked great! Would stay here again!
We enjoyed our stay here. This is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. Staff was very friendly, the rooms were clean and their kitchen looked great! Would stay here again!
10
Susan
27 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great common areas. Parking isn't close. Make sure you understand how the vouchers work before you try to exit the garage.
Great common areas. Parking isn't close. Make sure you understand how the vouchers work before you try to exit the garage.
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Cleanliness
Most guests find the hostel and bathrooms clean, with housekeeping keeping spaces tidy. A few report dirty or less‑than‑ideal bathrooms and shower areas.
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10
Amanda
20 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice breakfast, clean facility, great discount on parking.
Nice breakfast, clean facility, great discount on parking.
8
Elpidio
4 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice and clean
Nice and clean
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Michelle
18 Sept 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
allison
18 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, friendly and eco conscious. We loved being so close to town center and 100% recommend.
Clean, friendly and eco conscious. We loved being so close to town center and 100% recommend.
10
Charlotte
29 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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
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
Sarah Abigail
26 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
The bathrooms are clean, bunk beds are spacious with your own light & electric outlet & with curtain, beds are comfortable & nice clean beddings.
The bathrooms are clean, bunk beds are spacious with your own light & electric outlet & with curtain, beds are comfortable & nice clean beddings.
2
Aline
30 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Banheiro sujo
Banheiro sujo
10
Jedadiah
16 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean and Friendly Place to stay. I’ve stayed in a lot of Hostels but this one has been the greatest!
Clean and Friendly Place to stay. I’ve stayed in a lot of Hostels but this one has been the greatest!
10
Lezlie
14 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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
James
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed our stay here. This is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. Staff was very friendly, the rooms were clean and their kitchen looked great! Would stay here again!
We enjoyed our stay here. This is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. Staff was very friendly, the rooms were clean and their kitchen looked great! Would stay here again!
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Rooms
Bunks are comfortable with privacy curtains, individual lights and outlets, and Wi‑Fi is excellent. Some dorms feel small or stuffy, humidity can be an issue, and occasional noise depends on fellow guests.
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Magnus
2 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Rummet var bra och vi bodde där på julafton och juldagen pga var väl kanske servicen den bästa
Rummet var bra och vi bodde där på julafton och juldagen pga var väl kanske servicen den bästa
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Michael
10 May 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at - Kinlay just gets so many things right! Dorm beds are comfortable with privacy curtains, light, power socket and USB. Showers are very good, with hooks for hanging items and shower gel provided. And finally a hostel that doesn’t charge or require a deposit for towels - fantastic! There is a large and pleasant communal area, with a pool table and piano. The kitchen is large and has everything you need, plus there are lots of fridges and freezers. Free tea, coffee and some fruit is available 24/7 which is just brilliant, and there are even some free daily afternoon biscuits. The free breakfast is very good. The hostel is very clean throughout with everything well-maintained. WiFi is excellent. Staff are very friendly and super helpful. Note that Kinlay Hostel is operated by the same people as Snoozles Hostel, which is also superb. I strongly recommend both.
One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at - Kinlay just gets so many things right! Dorm beds are comfortable with privacy curtains, light, power socket and USB. Showers are very good, with hooks for hanging items and shower gel provided. And finally a hostel that doesn’t charge or require a deposit for towels - fantastic! There is a large and pleasant communal area, with a pool table and piano. The kitchen is large and has everything you need, plus there are lots of fridges and freezers. Free tea, coffee and some fruit is available 24/7 which is just brilliant, and there are even some free daily afternoon biscuits. The free breakfast is very good. The hostel is very clean throughout with everything well-maintained. WiFi is excellent. Staff are very friendly and super helpful. Note that Kinlay Hostel is operated by the same people as Snoozles Hostel, which is also superb. I strongly recommend both.
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Marie-Lou
26 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Un super emplacement, une cuisine super équipée et un petit dej au top. Personnel super sympa aussi. Mais les chambres ( dortoir de six ), sont relativement petit et pas très pratique. Impossible d'allumer sa lumière perso sans gêner la personne en dessous. Lavabo dans la chambre est pas dans la salle de bain, pas idéal pour ne pas gêner les autres. Et une lumière rouge type veilleuse au niveaux des yeux dans les lit du dessus, pas très agréable. Lit qui tremble au moindre mouvement. Bref, très pratique par son emplacement et le thé a volonté toute la journée très agréable, mais chambre pas parfaite. Dépend bien évidemment de sur qui on tombe aussi mais ça ça dépend évidemment pas de l'hôtel en soi ! Propre c'est important aussi rien à redire la dessus.
Un super emplacement, une cuisine super équipée et un petit dej au top. Personnel super sympa aussi. Mais les chambres ( dortoir de six ), sont relativement petit et pas très pratique. Impossible d'allumer sa lumière perso sans gêner la personne en dessous. Lavabo dans la chambre est pas dans la salle de bain, pas idéal pour ne pas gêner les autres. Et une lumière rouge type veilleuse au niveaux des yeux dans les lit du dessus, pas très agréable. Lit qui tremble au moindre mouvement. Bref, très pratique par son emplacement et le thé a volonté toute la journée très agréable, mais chambre pas parfaite. Dépend bien évidemment de sur qui on tombe aussi mais ça ça dépend évidemment pas de l'hôtel en soi ! Propre c'est important aussi rien à redire la dessus.
10
Sinead
24 May 2023
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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.
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.
8
matthew
25 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Sarah Abigail
26 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The bathrooms are clean, bunk beds are spacious with your own light & electric outlet & with curtain, beds are comfortable & nice clean beddings.
The bathrooms are clean, bunk beds are spacious with your own light & electric outlet & with curtain, beds are comfortable & nice clean beddings.
6
Adelaide
20 Dec 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
Lezlie
14 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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
Donna
15 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
Wonderful Hostel for a few days stay. Clean and comfortable with well equipped large kitchen.
Wonderful Hostel for a few days stay. Clean and comfortable with well equipped large kitchen.
8
Dennis
26 Sept 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Service
Staff are consistently friendly, helpful and efficient, offering early check‑in and local tips. Isolated issues include a delayed reimbursement.
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Andrew
30 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Rooms clean and of a good stardard shower toilets could me better. Staff friendly and helpful.
Rooms clean and of a good stardard shower toilets could me better. Staff friendly and helpful.
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Ashley
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The staff was very welcoming and the space was nice. Very walkable to everything you’d need in Galway. There’s also free breakfast! :)
I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The staff was very welcoming and the space was nice. Very walkable to everything you’d need in Galway. There’s also free breakfast! :)
10
Abbie
21 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very helpful staff, great location!
Very helpful staff, great location!
10
Michaela
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful welcoming staff. Great location and delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend.
Wonderful welcoming staff. Great location and delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend.
10
Roberto
7 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly check in and located very close to the city centre
Very friendly check in and located very close to the city centre
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Hemmily
7 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Once arrived very quick check in and info given for stay
Once arrived very quick check in and info given for stay
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Brenda
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Kinlay hostel was the perfect location to really explore Galway! The staff was very welcoming and provided us with many suggestions on what to do in the city.
Kinlay hostel was the perfect location to really explore Galway! The staff was very welcoming and provided us with many suggestions on what to do in the city.
10
Cora
26 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast!
Friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast!
10
Katherine
9 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
I was very tired when I arrived. The person at the desk noticed and let me check in early so thay I could sleep.
I was very tired when I arrived. The person at the desk noticed and let me check in early so thay I could sleep.
10
Fabrice
1 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay but I'm still waiting for the reimbursement of the night because Tom made me pay twice by mistake
Great stay but I'm still waiting for the reimbursement of the night because Tom made me pay twice by mistake
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Location
Very central with easy walking to sights, shops and pubs, and close to train and bus connections.
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Lindsay
3 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Ashley
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The staff was very welcoming and the space was nice. Very walkable to everything you’d need in Galway. There’s also free breakfast! :)
I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The staff was very welcoming and the space was nice. Very walkable to everything you’d need in Galway. There’s also free breakfast! :)
10
Abbie
21 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very helpful staff, great location!
Very helpful staff, great location!
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Michaela
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful welcoming staff. Great location and delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend.
Wonderful welcoming staff. Great location and delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend.
8
Alexandre
15 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great Staff, very central place et very clean
Great Staff, very central place et very clean
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Kim
7 Jun 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
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Hannah
29 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, everything went well. Highly recommend
Great location, everything went well. Highly recommend
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allison
18 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, friendly and eco conscious. We loved being so close to town center and 100% recommend.
Clean, friendly and eco conscious. We loved being so close to town center and 100% recommend.
10
Brenda
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Kinlay hostel was the perfect location to really explore Galway! The staff was very welcoming and provided us with many suggestions on what to do in the city.
Kinlay hostel was the perfect location to really explore Galway! The staff was very welcoming and provided us with many suggestions on what to do in the city.
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Christine
30 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable, clean, and quiet. We felt very safe. Nice breakfast. Just a short walk from the bus station.
Very comfortable, clean, and quiet. We felt very safe. Nice breakfast. Just a short walk from the bus station.
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Dining
Free breakfast is generally good with decent variety, though a few guests found it basic or limited.
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Amanda
20 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice breakfast, clean facility, great discount on parking.
Nice breakfast, clean facility, great discount on parking.
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ANA BELEN
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Buena ubicación. Amabilidad del personal. Buen desayuno.
Buena ubicación. Amabilidad del personal. Buen desayuno.
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Ashley
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The staff was very welcoming and the space was nice. Very walkable to everything you’d need in Galway. There’s also free breakfast! :)
I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The staff was very welcoming and the space was nice. Very walkable to everything you’d need in Galway. There’s also free breakfast! :)
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Carol
21 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Sinead
24 May 2023
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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.
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.
10
Michaela
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful welcoming staff. Great location and delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend.
Wonderful welcoming staff. Great location and delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend.
10
Charlotte
29 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
Cora
26 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast!
Friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast!
10
Lezlie
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Manoel Paz e Silva
8 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great loccation, close to pubs and the Latin Quarter, the hotspot for a night in Galway. However, breakfast wasn't so good, with only a few options. Also, cleaning service of the room was not automatic, I guess you had to ask for it? So all in all, it's a good hostel, but a bit expensive for what it offers.
Great loccation, close to pubs and the Latin Quarter, the hotspot for a night in Galway. However, breakfast wasn't so good, with only a few options. Also, cleaning service of the room was not automatic, I guess you had to ask for it? So all in all, it's a good hostel, but a bit expensive for what it offers.
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Shavelle
27 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff and good options for breakfast. We felt safe and comfortable during our stay
Great location, clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff and good options for breakfast. We felt safe and comfortable during our stay
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Keri-Anne
24 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The most organized and well thought out hostel I have ever stayed in. Staff outdid themselves in terms of service and helping with an error in my booking and made it right with ease. A must stay in Galway without feeling like you are compromising.
The most organized and well thought out hostel I have ever stayed in. Staff outdid themselves in terms of service and helping with an error in my booking and made it right with ease. A must stay in Galway without feeling like you are compromising.
10
Jacqueline
4 Apr 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean rooms and facilities. And luckily, I had very respectful roommates. Breakfast was decent, could use more protein, but it has the basics plus more! A big plus is also that they provided free towels, bedding and luggage storage. Would stay here again!
Clean rooms and facilities. And luckily, I had very respectful roommates. Breakfast was decent, could use more protein, but it has the basics plus more! A big plus is also that they provided free towels, bedding and luggage storage. Would stay here again!
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Oseremen
2 Jan 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Breakfast menu was excellent. Nice rooms and a fully equipped kitchen. Restroom/Washroom was well maintained with large enough space for necessary ablutions.
Breakfast menu was excellent. Nice rooms and a fully equipped kitchen. Restroom/Washroom was well maintained with large enough space for necessary ablutions.
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Andrew
30 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Rooms clean and of a good stardard shower toilets could me better. Staff friendly and helpful.
Rooms clean and of a good stardard shower toilets could me better. Staff friendly and helpful.
FAQs about Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available at the property, but it is limited. Guests may need to check for availability upon arrival.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary continental breakfast is included for guests. The specific serving hours are not mentioned.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including some accessible facilities. Specific details about step-free entrances and accessible rooms are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in Galway, just 0.1 km from Eyre Square and within a 10-minute walk of Galway Harbour. Other nearby attractions include Shop Street and Galway Cathedral, both within 1 km.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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Tour desk
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
ATM/Cash machine
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Activities
Billiards
General
Non-smoking rooms
Vending machines
Family room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
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Parking
Electric car charging station
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Internet
Free wi-fi