Kinlay Hostel Galway

Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 2-starMerchant's Road, Eyre Square, Galway, Galway, GalwayShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for location, service and cleanliness.

Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 10:30 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at Merchant's Road, Eyre Square, Galway, Galway.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, arcade/game room, and a shared television area. Don't miss out on the tour/ticket assistance and vending machines.

Complimentary Breakfast: Start your day right with a delicious continental breakfast included with your stay.

Featured Amenities: Benefit from a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience.

Experience the heart of Galway at Kinlay Hostel Galway, steps away from Eyre Square and minutes from local attractions. Book now for a memorable stay!

What this place offers

Elevator
ATM/banking
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Free breakfast
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Multilingual staff
Mountain biking nearby

Rooms

8.8

Fabulous

Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 86 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.7
Service9.1
Location9.2
Rooms8.6
Amenities8.7
Value8.6
Food & drink8.7

Guests mention

Welcoming staffGreat location for exploring

Ashley
October 2025
I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The staff was very welcoming and the space was nice. Very walkable to everything you’d need in Galway. There’s also free breakfast! :)
Gregory
September 2025
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Brenda
July 2025
Kinlay hostel was the perfect location to really explore Galway! The staff was very welcoming and provided us with many suggestions on what to do in the city.
Elpidio
July 2025
Nice and clean
Hannah
June 2025
Great location, everything went well. Highly recommend
James
June 2025
We enjoyed our stay here. This is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. Staff was very friendly, the rooms were clean and their kitchen looked great! Would stay here again!

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

Merchant's Road, Eyre Square, Galway, Galway, Galway

Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 4:00 PM until 12:00 AM

Check-out by 10:30 AM

No children

No pets

No smoking anywhere on the property

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Pets. Pets not allowed

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

General. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available

General. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

General. Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

General. Individually-wrapped food options are available

General. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

General. Staff wears personal protective equipment

General. Temperature checks are available to guests

General. Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant

General. Social distancing measures are in place

General. Professional property host/manager

Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-in is available

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

General. Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Pets. Service animals are allowed

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Kinlay Hostel Galway

What time is check-in and check-out at Kinlay Hostel Galway?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Kinlay Hostel Galway allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Kinlay Hostel Galway?

Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.

Does Kinlay Hostel Galway have a pool?

Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.

Is breakfast included at Kinlay Hostel Galway?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does Kinlay Hostel Galway have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Can I check in late at Kinlay Hostel Galway?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book Kinlay Hostel Galway?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Kinlay Hostel Galway?

Merchant's Road, Eyre Square, Galway, Galway, Galway.

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