The Woodquay Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation23/24 Woodquay, GalwayShow on map
7.9 · Good3,614 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.6 out of 10, at 23/24 Woodquay.
Central Location and Convenience
Woodquay hostel in Galway offers a prime location within walking distance to all attractions, making it the perfect base for exploring the city.
Variety of Accommodation Options
Choose from mixed dorms, private dorms, or self-catering units to suit your needs and budget at Woodquay hostel.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
Rooms
7.9
Good
Rated 7.9 out of 10 by 3,614 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.5
- Service8.5
- Location8.6
- Rooms7.5
- Amenities7.5
- Value7.5
- Food & drink8.0
Guests mention
Great locationFriendly staffClean facilities
JayantIndiaVery good for solo travelers.
Every things are very good.
Location, kitchen facilities are very good.
LaurensGermanyGut organisiertes Hostel mit integriertem Sicherheitssystem durch Türschleusen. Toller Service am Morgen: frisch gebackenes Brot!!!
Zimmer minimalistisch, aber sauber
BernardMTThe atmosphere was very friendly. Though the facilities and comfort reflect the fact that it's a hostel, there is a lot of effort to help the guests mingle and relax in each other's company. As a result everyone was very…
NgoziIEBreakfast and everything for the affordable price i paid for the space
NicolieneNLFijne plek aan een leuk plein.
De vriendelijke gastheer.
WayneUnited KingdomNice and chilled
Bedrooms way too hot
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 December 2025.
Where you’ll be
23/24 Woodquay, Galway
Guests rate the location 8.6 out of 10 — very good.
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 3:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
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.
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 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 The Woodquay Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at The Woodquay Hostel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Woodquay Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does The Woodquay Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I check in late at The Woodquay Hostel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 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 The Woodquay Hostel?
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 The Woodquay Hostel?
23/24 Woodquay, Galway.
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