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About the Hotel

Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
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Steps from Eyre Square
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9.6
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Location

Galway City Hostel is located at Eyre Square, adjacent to the bus and train stations. This prime city-center location allows easy access to all local attractions, shops, and nightlife. The main highlights of Galway, including the Latin Quarter and Claddagh, are within a short walking distance.

Staff Excellence

The hostel's team consistently wins awards for exceptional customer service. Knowledgeable staff are available to provide recommendations and assist with local attractions. Daily events hosted by the team foster connections among guests and create an engaging environment.

Tour Options

Guests can take advantage of the on-site tours office, offering daily excursions to destinations like The Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and The Aran Islands. Affordable booking options are available directly at the reception, ensuring easy planning for day trips. This arrangement allows visitors to explore Ireland's breathtaking landscapes efficiently.

Dining and Breakfast

Galway City Hostel offers a complimentary Continental breakfast that includes pancakes, fresh bread, fruit compote, yogurts, jams, juices, and cereals. Guests have access to a fully equipped self-catering kitchen to prepare their meals. Additional options like homemade soda bread add a local touch to the breakfast experience.

Amenities and Security

The hostel features secure lockers for guests' belongings and laundry services for added convenience. A cozy chill-out area provides a space for relaxation and socializing. Extras like hairdryers and adaptors are available from the reception, making the stay more comfortable.

Highlights

Location: steps from the bus and train stations

Staff: Award Winning Staff

Tour Options: Daily tours to The Cliffs of Moher

Dining: free Continental breakfast

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll along the Salthill Promenade for panoramic bay views.
  • Indulge in a seafood chowder at The Quay Street Kitchen.
  • Visit the Galway Market on weekends for local crafts and food.
  • Enjoy a live performance at the Town Hall Theatre for a true cultural vibe.
  • Check out the Spanish Arch to learn about Galway's rich history.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
2 persons
14 m² 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
Bed 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
2 persons
15 m² 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
Bed 5 Bed Female Dorm
2 persons
15 m² 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
Bed 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
2 persons
24 m² 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Galway200 m
Airports
Connemara (NNR) 31.4 km
Shannon (SNN) 84.4 km
Train
Galway Railway Station100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Adults only
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
  • Curtains
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Location

Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
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Frenchville Lane, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
Nearby
Park
Eyre Square
100 m
Castle
Lynch's Castle
420 m
Mall
Eyre Square Centre
190 m
Art object
Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde
270 m
Eyre Square Shopping Centre
The Medieval City Walls
30 m
Museum
Nora Barnacle House
470 m
36-40 Eyre Square
Quincentennial Fountain
140 m
Eyre Square
The Browne Doorway
140 m
26 Shop Street
The Claddagh Ring Museum
430 m
12-13 Market St
Lynch Memorial Window
430 m
Kirwan's Lane off Quay St
Kirwan's Lane
590 m
Druid Lane
Hall of the Red Earl
530 m
Middle Street
480 m
Lough Atalia Road
Forthill Graveyard
540 m
Church
St Augustine's Parish Galway
380 m
Store
My Shop... Granny Likes It
400 m
Saint Francis Abbey 8 Saint Francis Street
The Abbey
450 m
Galway's West End
480 m
Restaurants
Darcy's Bar and Kitchen
10 m
2 Forster Street
Esquires Coffee
50 m
11 Eyre Square
The Dough Bros
460 m
1 Middle Street Middle Street
Four Star Pizza Galway
140 m
Kiltartan House Forster Street 1 Kiltartan House
The Charcoal Grill
260 m
3 Prospect Hill Eyre square
Yummy Crepes
230 m
St Nicholas's Market
O'Hehirs Bakery Cafe
230 m
Aras Coisti Fairgreen Road Coach Station
Zappi's
360 m
18 Eglinton Street
McDonagh's
690 m
22 Quay St
U Liotru
390 m
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Espresso 44
390 m
44 William Street Galway City
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room