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Best Galway hostels

Snoozles Quay Street Tourist Hostel

7.9 Good

DowntownR4 435+

R4 435+

Free Wi-Fi

Swuite Galway

8 Very Good

St NicholasR2 794+

R2 794+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

University of Galway Rooms - Galway - Restaurant

University of Galway Rooms

8.1 Very Good

DanganR2 084+

R2 084+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Bunk Boutique Hostel - Galway - Bedroom

Bunk Boutique Hostel

8.6 Very Good

DowntownR3 313+

R3 313+

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

The Nest Boutique Hostel - Galway - Patio

The Nest Boutique Hostel

8.8 Very Good

SalthillR2 677+

R2 677+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Galway City Hostel - Galway - Bedroom

Galway City Hostel

9 Wonderful

DowntownR1 002+

R1 002+

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Savoy Hostel - Galway - Lounge

Savoy Hostel

8.2 Very Good

St NicholasR473+

R473+

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Goldcrest Village Deluxe University Campus Rooms - Galway - Lounge

Goldcrest Village Deluxe University Campus Rooms

7.1 Good

DanganR3 750+

R3 750+

Free Wi-Fi

The Woodquay Hostel - Galway

The Woodquay Hostel

8 Very Good

St NicholasR3 078+

R3 078+

Free Wi-Fi

Dunaras Holiday Village - Galway

Dunaras Holiday Village

7.6 Good

Taylors HillR7 369+

R7 369+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square

8.8 Very Good

DowntownR4 105+

R4 105+

Sleepzone Galway City

7.9 Good

St NicholasR3 156+

R3 156+

Snoozles Galway City Centre - Galway - Restaurant

Snoozles Galway City Centre

8.6 Very Good

R4 331+

Cúirt na Coiribe Summer Accommodation - Galway - Bedroom

Cúirt na Coiribe Summer Accommodation

8.5 Very Good

TerrylandR1 656+

R1 656+

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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Galway

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Galway with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Galway?

Hostels are cheapest in Galway in January, with average rates of R14 960. In comparison, December is the most expensive month, with prices at R86 412.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Galway?

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in Galway, with an average nightly price of R7 992. The highest prices are found on Tuesday, with average rates at R32 969.

How early should you book a hostel in Galway?

Book at least 58 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Galway hostel.

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Low season	January
High season	December
Average price (weeknight)	R850
Average price (weekend night)	R1 018

Cheapest month to stay with an average 46% drop in price.

Most expensive month to stay with an average 211% rise in price.

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There are many Galway hostels for you to stay at while you travel around this enchanting city. A popular hostel that is situated near the beach is The Nest Boutique Hostel. This hostel is also close to some fun attractions, such as the National Aquarium of Galway. Other attractions within approximately 1 mile (2 km) of the hostel are Galway Bay and Galway City Museum. This hostel has both single and double rooms for you to stay in. Other available amenities are family rooms, lockers, private or shared bathrooms (depending on the room) and a shared kitchen.
Sleepzone is a very affordable hostel that is in Galway City centre. The hostel is around a 10-min walk from attractions like Galway Tours, Galway Cathedral and Eyre Square. If you are looking for Galway hostels that are close to public transport, Galway train station is around a 6-min walk. Sleepzone offers both single and group rooms. Some amenities available at the hostel are a shared kitchen, vending machines for drinks and snacks, laundry facilities and a shared lounge/tv area.
If you are looking for family-friendly Galway hostels, one option is the Kinlay House Eyre Square Hostel. This hostel is in the centre of Galway and is only around a 10-min walk from Galway Harbour. This hostel includes many amenities for the family, including cribs, board games, a family room, laundry facilities and a complimentary breakfast. This hostel offers great shared room types, including rooms that have both a bunk bed and a double bed.
Snoozles Forster Street Tourist Hostel is a great hostel to stay in if you are travelling with a group. This hostel is located in Galway’s city centre and is only around a 15-min walk from Galway Cathedral and Eyre Square. This hostel has great amenities: a games room, pool table, vending machines, an onsite mini-market and a complimentary breakfast. This hostel also offers rooms with many beds in them, so your whole group can stay together.
If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 32 days before your stay to get the best price for a Galway hostel.
Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Galway for 1 day.