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8.9 / 10 Guest Rating

Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025

Merchants Road, Eyre Square, Galway, ie

Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025 - main view

About the Property

Award-Winning Hostel in Galway City

Central Location: Situated on Eyre Square, Kinlay Hostel is just a stone's throw away from the coach and train stations, making it the perfect base for exploring Galway City.

Abundance of Amenities: Enjoy a range of facilities including a common room with a pool table and TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining area. Guests are treated to complimentary breakfast, high-speed WiFi, computer usage, luggage storage, printing services, and city maps.

Local Expertise and Tours: Benefit from a 24-hour reception with knowledgeable staff ready to assist with recommendations. Embark on tours to iconic destinations like the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and the Aran Islands right from the hostel's doorstep.

Book your stay at Kinlay Hostel now for an unforgettable Galway experience!

Facilities & Amenities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:30 AM

Property Notes

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 deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.9
Excellent4523 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the great location.

Categories

Cleanliness8.2
Service9.7
Location9.7
Room Quality7.7
Amenities9.2
Value for Money8.2
Food and Beverage8.7
Overall Experience9.7

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AndrewgbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 22, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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KennanieIE
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 21, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Loction was brilluant ..Tea and ciffee at any time ..The selfservice .was brilliant ...

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KorngoldusUS
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 21, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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KayauAU
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 21, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Good breakfast, good sitting space in communal rooms.

Expensive $120.00 australian dollars per head in a forberth room.

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LisaatAT
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 21, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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KirkgbGB
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extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 21, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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ALISONgbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 21, 2026

"Great hostel!"

10.0

A great place! Perfect location, very central! Basic room but clean room, comfy bed. Breakfast basic but absolutely fine! Gorgeous overnight oats! Would recommend & would go back

All great; it’s not fancy or plush

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JacqueszaZA
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 20, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Great location, staff, and group tours/socials at a discount. Breakfast also included which is rare.

Could have better pillows.

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CathyfrFR
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 19, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

Très bon emplacement avec parking à proximité... Établissement calme et propre.

Je trouve que ça reste très cher pour une auberge de jeunesse !

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StanislavczCZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 19, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

Location, curtain at the bed,

Breakfast could be better. Main light in the room was inside the bed so it was poorly lit.

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