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About this property
This comfortable, modern hostel is set in the centre of Galway, just 100 metres from Eyre Square. The Dawson Galway City offers a free Wi-Fi zone and a large outdoor terrace. The Dawson Galway is just 3 minutes’ walk from the Bus, Train and Coach Station and close to various pubs, clubs, cafes, and restaurants. The Dawson Galway has a 24-hour reception and offers currency exchange and a large luggage room with lockers to store all belongings.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Yania
Spain“I really enjoyed the rich breakfast and all the common areas like the kitchen and the dining area, also the small patio in the back were really nice!” - Vullnet
Ireland“location is ideal room is easy to locate staff always very friendly and helpful” - Tomáš
Czech Republic“Very good value for money. The shared kitchen with a large dining area was great — we prepared our own dinner there. We had our own bathroom, and since the hostel has a no-alcohol policy, the night was relatively calm + 5 minutes walk to the...” - Julian
Germany“Receptionists did a great job - my first impression of the famed Irish friendliness. Location is fantastic. I would recommend it.” 
Sofia Ireland“Great location, room size and comfortable beds. Basic breakfast but ok for price”- Marisa
Brazil“The room is only for girls, bathrooms in each room” - Delphine Germany“Lovely place, in the center of Galway, close to supermarkets as well if you want to cook something yourself. Very nice staff as well. Oh and quiet too! According to the reception lots of students stay there while looking for accommodation so also...”
- Karen Ireland“The bed was comfy. My preference for a bottom bunk was fulfilled. The breakfast was good. The porridge was hot and the soda bread was fresh. The kitchen was clean and well equipped. Unlimited tea was appreciated.”
- Chloe
France“The security and the facilities. There is a Guardian at night, every entery needs a badge, the safe keeping of our bags is securing enough, we were 3 and we slept very well in the beds given : we had a room for 5 and enough space. The laundry room...” 
Lawrence
United Kingdom“Good value for money, nice simple free breakfast options available with big space to sit with friends. Functional dorm bunks that weren’t too small. Staffed by lovely people.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Guests are required to provided Photo ID containing a date of birth to check in. Passport, Driving License & National ID only accepted. The Credit card provided must match the name and details of the booking and is required to be presented on arrival The Dawson Galway is an alcohol-free zone.
Please note that towels are charged at EUR 2 each. For group bookings of 3 people or more, a refundable security deposit may be required of €25 per person. This is payable on arrival by cash or credit card and is fully refundable on departure, subject to adherence to house rules.
For Groups of 8 or more different booking policies and terms apply. A 25% non refundable deposit is required on Booking and outstanding balance is payable 4 weeks in advance of arrival. All payments are Non Refundable.
Please note that photo IDs are required at check-in and must display the date of birth. All persons under 18 years old are not permitted to stay in dorm rooms. There a maximum stay policy of 7 Nights. We do not offer long term accommodation. All other bookings are charged up to 3 days in advance of arrival. Failed Payment can result in the reservation being cancelled.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
