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Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025

Merchants Road Eyre Square | Galway, IE
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Highlights
Front desk [24-hour]
Great for activities
Located in heart of Galway
Excellent room comfort & quality
Most popular facilities
Wheelchair accessible
24-Hour Front Desk
Shared lounge/TV area
Free Wi-Fi
Room Service
Family Rooms

Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025 - Galway

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.

Rooms Types
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom room in Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025
Room Details
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
1 Bunk bed 14m² Type: Bed in Dormitory
Bathtub Ironing facilities Sitting area Microwave Walk-in closet Roll-in shower Infinity Pool Bottle of water Fire extinguisher Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Access to private pool

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom room in Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025
Room Details
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
1 Bunk bed 12m² Type: Bed in Dormitory
Bathtub Ironing facilities Sitting area Microwave Walk-in closet Roll-in shower Infinity Pool Bottle of water Fire extinguisher Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Access to private pool

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Bed in a 6-Bed Female Dormitory En Suite room in Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025
Room Details
Bed in a 6-Bed Female Dormitory En Suite
1 Bunk bed 9m² Type: Bed in Dormitory
Bathtub Sitting area Microwave Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) Walk-in closet Roll-in shower Infinity Pool Bottle of water Fire extinguisher Open-air bath Carbon monoxide detector Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Access to private pool

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Double Room En suite room in Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square - Best Hostel in Ireland 2025
Room Details
Double Room En suite
1 Full bed 11m² Type: Double
Bathtub Telephone Sitting area Microwave Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) Walk-in closet Roll-in shower Infinity Pool Bottle of water Fire extinguisher Privacy curtain Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge Access to private pool

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Services & Facilities

Most popular facilities
Wheelchair accessible
24-Hour Front Desk
Shared lounge/TV area
Free Wi-Fi
Room Service
Family Rooms
More Amenities
Accessibility
Facilities For Disabled Guests Available
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessible Parking
Lower Bathroom Sinks Available
Activities & Things to do
Billiards
Pub Crawls
Board Games/puzzles
Food & Drinks
Food Delivery
Takeout Dining Services Available
Vending Machine
General
24-Hour Front Desk
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Elevator
Non-smoking Property
Electronic Room Key
Key Access
Non-Smoking Rooms Available
Sanitation Procedures
Staff Follow All Safety Protocols As Directed By Local Authorities
Free Face Masks
Shared Stationery Such As Printed Menus, Magazines, Pens, And Paper Removed
Contactless Check-in/out
Daily Disinfection
Physical/social Distancing Guidelines
Protective Screen Or Physical Barriers In Appropriate Areas
Linens, Towels And Laundry Washed In Accordance With Local Authority Guidelines
Hand Sanitizer In Guest Accommodation And Key Areas
All Plates, Cutlery, Glasses And Other Tableware Have Been Sanitized
Professional Cleaning Services
Media & Technology
Shared Lounge/TV Area
Free Wi-Fi
Room Amenities
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Heating
Smoke Alarms
Shared Kitchen
Fire Extinguishers
Family Rooms
Security
CCTV Security In Common Areas
24-hour Security
Services and Conveniences
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Daily Housekeeping
Cashless Payment Available
ATM Or Cash Withdraw On Site
Laundry Services
Tour Services
Transportation
Parking Available (charges May Apply)
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Health Services
Process In Place To Check Health Of Guests
First Aid Kit Available
Access To Health Care Professionals
Business facilities
Fax/photocopying
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Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 15:00
Check-out: before 10:30

Front Desk Hours: 24/7

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 11 per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 1 and older are allowed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds.

Property Surroundings

Merchants Road Eyre Square | Galway, IE

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All Amenities
Accessibility
Facilities For Disabled Guests Available
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessible Parking
Lower Bathroom Sinks Available
Activities & Things to do
Billiards
Pub Crawls
Board Games/puzzles
Food & Drinks
Food Delivery
Takeout Dining Services Available
Vending Machine
General
24-Hour Front Desk
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Elevator
Non-smoking Property
Electronic Room Key
Key Access
Non-Smoking Rooms Available
Sanitation Procedures
Staff Follow All Safety Protocols As Directed By Local Authorities
Free Face Masks
Shared Stationery Such As Printed Menus, Magazines, Pens, And Paper Removed
Contactless Check-in/out
Daily Disinfection
Physical/social Distancing Guidelines
Protective Screen Or Physical Barriers In Appropriate Areas
Linens, Towels And Laundry Washed In Accordance With Local Authority Guidelines
Hand Sanitizer In Guest Accommodation And Key Areas
All Plates, Cutlery, Glasses And Other Tableware Have Been Sanitized
Professional Cleaning Services
Media & Technology
Shared Lounge/TV Area
Free Wi-Fi
Room Amenities
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Heating
Smoke Alarms
Shared Kitchen
Fire Extinguishers
Family Rooms
Security
CCTV Security In Common Areas
24-hour Security
Services and Conveniences
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Daily Housekeeping
Cashless Payment Available
ATM Or Cash Withdraw On Site
Laundry Services
Tour Services
Transportation
Parking Available (charges May Apply)
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Health Services
Process In Place To Check Health Of Guests
First Aid Kit Available
Access To Health Care Professionals
Business facilities
Fax/photocopying
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