Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.7

WINNER: Best Hostel in Ireland 2025 Kinlay has also been featured as a Top Choice in an edition of Lonely Planet, Kinlay Hostel is a standout stay in the heart of Galway City. Perfectly located on the corner of Eyre Square, just a one-minute stroll from both the coach and train stations, Kinlay is a multi award-winning hostel known for its warm atmosphere and top-notch facilities. Guests can choose from a range of private rooms and shared dorms, all designed for comfort and convenience. The hostel offers a spacious common area with a pool table and TV, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, and a bright dining room. Extras like free breakfast, high-speed WiFi, luggage storage, and city maps come as standard. The 24-hour reception team is always on hand with local tips and recommendations. Plus, daily tours to the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and the Aran Islands depart from right outside the front door.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Galway, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Availability

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Guests who stayed here loved

Elizabeth
United States United States
“Great location. Breakfast was tasty (loved the porridge), staff was helpful and it was a great stop in Galway.”
Kate
United States United States
“Location was great! Breakfast included. Fridges. Kitchen for cooking. Happy atmosphere”
Valentin
Ireland Ireland
“The amenities are spot on. The free breakfast is such a nice touch and the shared kitchen is well equipped.”
Genevieve
United States United States
“The free towel rental and included breakfast were a breath of fresh air!! The staff were lovely, particularly Valeria at the reception desk. The room was quite clean, and the location couldn't have been better! I appreciated that they partially...”
Daniele
Brazil Brazil
“Location, staff very polite and friendly, cleanness and quiet”
Patrick
Ireland Ireland
“I'm 69. Never stayed in a hostel before. Loved it. Was going to an early hospital appointment. Great consideration. Well done staff!”
Gurpreet
Canada Canada
“The location was amazing and the staff members were super helpful and kind. Neasa gave the best recommendations and answered all of my questions. Roberto was really kind too.”
Anderson
United States United States
“Place was very cool and right next to the train station. And laundry service was really convenient”
Erin
United States United States
“The staff was incredible! We were immediately welcomed and given so many fun options of things to do in the area and there were TONS of resources available to us. We also participated in a Pub Crawl run by the hostel which was great fun!”
Seowwei
Malaysia Malaysia
“It was a perfect stay! Clean, comfortable, perfect location and perfect staff. Also, there is free breakfast everyday!”

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Food and Drink

Breakfast

  • Very Good breakfast included with all options.
  • Served daily
    07:00 to 10:00
  • Menu style
    Buffet
  • Cuisine
    Continental
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House rules

Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025 takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 50 is required on arrival. That's about $58. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 1 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Parking is available in Q park Hynes Yard, 3 mins walk from the hostel. Hynes Yard is located on The Dock Road and also Merchants Road with a special discounted rate of discounted rate of EUR 11 per 24 hours with the Kinlay Hostel discount ticket. Please ask at reception prior to check-out to avail of this discount.

Please note that guests under 17 years old are not allowed in shared dormitories and must book a private room.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of € 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.