About this property
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.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Availability
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1 twin bed | ||
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Julie
Canada“Breakfast was great, staff awesome, location perfect. Spacious room and felt secure.”- Theresa
United States“This is one of the nicest hostels I have ever stayed in. The location is fantastic, everything is clean, and the facilities are great! They also have lots of fun activities for guests to join in if they want.” - Lesley Canada“Incredible staff that seem to be on point to ensure an excellent experience a stay in Galway. Property is clean with many options for accommodation. I felt super safe in this space.”
- Sandra United States“My first time in a hostel and I really enjoyed it. The place is massive, but a well-oiled machine. I was in a women only dorm. The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. The breakfast was simple and decent. There is even an option to cook your...”
- Matias
Ireland“The whole place and vibe and geeling of it was great” - Judith United States“Only my second hostel experience but now I am spoiled for future trips. Kinlay is just great. Stayed in a 6-bed female dorm. It was super quiet and everyone was respectful and considerate. I was there for three nights and saw the cleaning staff...”
- Dhairya Ireland“The staff was wonderful! The public hangout place is really comforting to be at. Met a lot of people and made quite a few friends at Kinlay!”
- Dhairya Ireland“The room I stayed at was super comfortable, the people who stayed with me were really really kind. I choose the bed near the window and that was the best decision! The staff is super polite and helpful. I would love to stay here if I ever find the...”
- Meira United States“Great facilities and great breakfast! Everyone was lively. Great vibe. Expensive but so is the whole country...”
- Ashleigh
Australia“Very clean well-maintained hostel, more like a hotel and the location is great.”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children over 1 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
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 damage deposit of € 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
