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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Meher
Australia“Everything, breakfast, people, everything is incredibly organized absolutely loved. The music pumpin in the common areas at night was amazing. I was only there for a day so I couldn’t;t make the most of the social opportunities but there were...” - Borboni Australia“Perfect location, close to the main attractions, clean and cozy, comfy bed, breakfast was included in the price which was a plus, staff really helpful and friendly, recommended”
- Isabelle
Denmark“Perfect location, clean, good breakfast. Great for solo travelers or couples wanting to save a bit of money :)” - Sarah
United Kingdom“Clean, comfortable , nice vibe, amazing facilities. Would highly recommend if you want somewhere central and hospitable.” - Isla
Netherlands“Great breakfast options for a hostel and plenty of room to work or chat with others. Staff was very helpful and friendly and everything was clean.” - Claire Australia“Amazing. Genuinely the best hostel we have ever stayed at, and has been voted the Best in Ireland (we can see why). Location perfect just off Eyre Square, close walk to train station. Lovely staff! Front desk people very helpful with checking in...”
- Ana
Brazil“The staff was amazing, everything super clean, the beds comfy, the vibe friendly. Breakfast is excelllent, with homemade bread and yogurt, frothy cappuccino and options for vegetarians. Will recommend it for sure!” - Ella Australia“the bar crawl was so awesome had lots of fun, very well run! the breakfast was amazing, bathrooms really clean, tea and coffee was such a nice treat!”
- Michael
Ireland“Great place to stay in Galway, excellent location, always good to have a chat with people from all over, beds offer a degree of privacy which is great” - Vi Ireland“It's such a nice and beautiful hostel. 10/10 would always come here”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 1 year are welcome.
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
Parking is available in Q park Hynes Yard, 3 mins walk from the hostel. Hynes Yard is situated 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 identification 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.
