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Reviews of Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel

Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland

#3 of 49 hotels in Galway

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 839 hostel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: May 29, 2024

    9.0
    Was an incredible experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast should go a little longer and the kitchen was a bit small but other than that we loved our time and would love to come back!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2024

    10
    Best hostel in Galway
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All was great

    Great hostel with friendly staff, free breakfast and a great pub crawl. Clean facilities and comfortable dorm. Amazing location too.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2024

    9.0
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Had such a great stay here, booked as a last minute trip, perfect location and staff were very friendly! Bonus breakfast was included! Couldn’t fault my stay !

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2024

    9.0
    Good vibes
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathrooms were very spacious. Beds were very comfortable in the 10 bed dorm. Staff and everyone staying was very friendly. All around vibe was great.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2024

    10
    Had an amazing 2 nights as a solo traveler from midlands ireland, the pub crawl was great fun <3
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Both toilets on my floor (same level as the common area) were sometimes occupied so had to wait at times, but that is going to happen at busy times anywhere.

    Been a while since ive been out in the world since covid, just decided to go solo to a hostel and hope i'd have fun. Made great friends with other guests and staff and loved the pub crawl each night. I was unsure what it would be like just showing up and not knowing anybody, but it was like going to summer camp and being told "here are your friends for the night", and there they were and we all looked out for each other and had a great time. For a solo traveler just starting to get back out into the world, couldnt have gone better and i hope to go back again soon. Also SO close to the train station, literally stepped off the train and could see the hostel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 8, 2024

    9.0
    Best choice for a few nights as a solo traveler
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I only missed some eggs in the breakfast, but there was plenty of options!

    The staff is very friendly and helpful, the location is amazing, the vibe is great

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Improve ventilation and only one bathroom was available for a room of more than 10 people

    The Staff was definitely awesome.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very good breakfast! Even organized glutenfree :)

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2024

    10
    Amazing 2 night stay in 6 person girl only room
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It exceeded expectations. Staff was incredibly nice and helpful, and went overboard to make you feel confortable. Room, bathroom and common areas were great and spotless clean. You could borrow towels, hair dryer, band-aids, etc., which was really convenient. Breakfast was amazing, and I would also recommend singing up for the common dinner and pub crawl, I had a blast!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Maybe I would have liked a bathroom and toilets in the room but I did know in advance it was not the case !

    Perfect location in the center and very near (30seconds) from the bus stops and the main station too. The staff was very lovely. The room and bathrooms were very clean, convenient lockers under the bed (and free, same for towel they give it to you which is not always the case in hostels so it is a plus for me). They can also keep your luggage for free after check out and they are very helpful for everything you need to ask for or for recommandations. Nice breakfast included in the room price, very much appreciated. Nice homemade yogurts !

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    10
    Very Welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A few sofas to sit and read would be good but that's just being picky. Price point is a little high in comparison to other areas but it's not a deal-breaker for the friendly warm atmosphere.

    Return stay, nice clean and warm hostel, staff are very friendly and helpful. Communal space is nice, has a nice atmosphere. Beds very comfortable. Showers are amazing. Building very clean and welcoming. Discounted parking.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Facilities are well maintained and clean, Staff is extremely helpful and friendly and extra services like washing clothes and Dinner are Cheap and very good, There are also social things they do like amazing pub crawls showing you the Pubs of Galway

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    8.0
    My views
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The common room is very small. The pub crawl wasnt up to scratch and I think the person running the pub crawl, needs to create a better atmosphere of bringing everyone together

    Ease of getting around. Staff are great. Beds are comfortable

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    10
    Unforgettable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Fantastic staff, wonderful amenities. The location was sublime. I would choose this hostel 10 times out of 10 when visiting Galway. Everything was always clean and the people were so polite and considerate.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Excellent breakfast every morning and really friendly staff! I also appreciated all the staff recommendations of things to do in Galway.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Staff are incredibly friendly, entire hostel is lovely and comfortable to stay in. Kitchen and lounge area are great for socializing, beds are comfortable, bathrooms and showers cleaned every hour. Hostel also organized pub crawls, dinners, and afternoon tea and snacks and provided complimentary breakfast. Location is fantastic, literally right next to the train station.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Although, overall, it is a gem for backpackers and fun-loving people, the size of the hostel doesn't seem to be able to accommodate larger number of guests than what I've experienced during the stay, which feels a bit of packed at times. So if you fancy quite some quietness and personal space this might not be the first choice. But I will reiterate this is a good place for backpackers who want to mingle with people.

    You won't find any other hostels in Galway more convenient than this. It is right adjacent to the rail station. Loads of craic in this compact but all-inclusive hostel and never short of backpackers from around the world to have fun together. Breakfast is surprisingly excellent. And of course super hospitable staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2024

    9.0
    A week in Galway
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    There was caged storage for luggage, but you needed to supply your own locks. Fortunately, there was a hardware store in town that was open, and I got one for myself.

    The tours and pub crawls booked from the hostel were exciting and fun. The staff were friendly and even knew me by name after a few days. Continental breakfast was included in the price. The city was worth a week's visit.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    10
    Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very friendly staff, great breakfast, awesome location.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2024

    9.0
    My stay was really nice and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The doors creaked really loud when you opened them, so I woke up a couple of times when people entered the room.

    The staff was super friendly and cheerful. The guided pub crawl was really fun, it was a great opportunity to meet new people. The facilities were clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful place to stay staff are very nice

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staff receiving and suport .Breakfast

    Excellent staff ,clean room ,Canteen ,Hospitality

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2024

    9.0
    I recommend it, nice staff and it's comfy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was cold at night. I was fine with more blankets. Outside of the room is perfect warm. The price in booking is much more expensive> 45eur in the desk 53eur on booking. Pro Tip: during check in, give some recommendations to the guests on how to behave in a shared room, especially after 11pm

    The shower is just amazing, comfy beds, and the staff are really nice people, The location can't be better, good breakfast, they let me shower after checkout. I really like it

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small rooms and small lounge

    Welcoming hostel. Staff and guests were great. Toilets and showers clean. Fresh pancakes everyday

    Stayed in February 2024

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