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Kinlay Hostel Galway

2.0 star property
City-center hostel, steps from Eyre Square

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Interior
Free continental breakfast
Building design
Reception

Reviews

8,8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Arcade/game room
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Arcade/game room
  • Offsite parking available
The price is R1 701
R1 930 total
includes taxes & fees
08 Jan - 09 January 2025

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1 Bed in 6 Bed Dorm Standard (Shared Bathroom)

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 Bed in an Eight Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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4 Bedroom private with Shared Bathroom

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 Bed in an Six Bed Female Only Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom)

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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6-bed Private Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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6-bed Private Room, Ensuite Bathroom

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In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 Bed in an Six Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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8-bed Private Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 Bed in an Six Bed Male Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom)

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 Bed in an Twelve Bed Mixed Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom)

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 Bed in an Four Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

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Oven
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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
Oven
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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Quadruple Room, Ensuite

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
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Oven
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

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Private bathroom
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

1 Bed in an Six Bed Mixed Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom)

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Heating
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Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
Oven
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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Triple Room Private, Ensuite

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Heating
Dishwasher
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Front of property

Galway City Hostel & Bar

Free breakfast
Parking available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (97)
The price is R2 955
R3 354 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Galway City Hostel & Bar
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About the area

Map
Merchant's Road, Eyre Square, Galway, Galway

What's nearby

  • Eyre Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Galway Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galway Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Galway - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University Hospital Galway - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 66 min drive
  • Galway Station - 2 min walk
  • Athenry Station - 18 min drive
  • Craughwell Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Skeff Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pascal Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪An Pucan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪O'Connell's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kinlay Hostel Galway

Located near a train station, Kinlay Hostel Galway is a great choice for a stay in Galway. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, and free perks include continental breakfast and WiFi.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 40 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Low-height counter/sink

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Towels fee: EUR 2 per person

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Galway Hostel Kinlay
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Kinlay Hostel Galway Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

Does Kinlay Hostel Galway offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kinlay Hostel Galway does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Kinlay Hostel Galway?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Kinlay Hostel Galway?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kinlay Hostel Galway?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Kinlay Hostel Galway?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (4-min drive) and Claudes Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Kinlay Hostel Galway and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Kinlay Hostel Galway also has an arcade.
What's the area around Kinlay Hostel Galway like?
Kinlay Hostel Galway is in Galway City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Galway Station and 3 minutes' walk from Shop Street.

Kinlay Hostel Galway Reviews

Reviews

8,8

Excellent

9,0/10

Cleanliness

9,4/10

Staff & service

8,8/10

Amenities

8,8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9,0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jithin, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast!
Cora, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
F, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Emily, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Near and central.
KIRAN, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and accommodation
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
Charlotte, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was really nice.
Caroline, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hostel
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.
Lezlie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Lindsay, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable, clean, and quiet. We felt very safe. Nice breakfast. Just a short walk from the bus station.
Christine, 2-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

2/10 Poor

Ricardo, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Patrick, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great Staff, very central place et very clean
Alexandre, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Decent hostel but still a hostel
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.
Dennis, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Once arrived very quick check in and info given for stay
Hemmily, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Zeeshan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Overall pleasing
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!
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The bathrooms are clean, bunk beds are spacious with your own light & electric outlet & with curtain, beds are comfortable & nice clean beddings.
Sarah Abigail, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

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.
matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is what a hostel should be
Wonderful Hostel for a few days stay. Clean and comfortable with well equipped large kitchen.
Donna, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

friendly kind clean breakfast👍😋 location Everything is perfect!! Thanks ❣️
YASUKO, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Top Notch Operation
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.
Carol, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dona, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
James, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review