County Galway Hostels

Eyre Square Hostel in Galway … The staff was great! What it lacks in space it makes up for in friendliness / personality / family-like quality. And the muffins were exquisite, especially after living on lentils and rice for days. Very homey.

Mainistir House Hostel in Aran Islands … I traveled London and all around the Irish Republic staying in hostels. Rule #1 -- they are not hotels, don't expect them to be like one. However from the moment we stepped in the staff were very friendly. Yes it is going to be cold on the Island, look at where you are -- in the Atlantic ocean. That is no fault of the staff. There are duvets on the beds and the owner ran around the hostel looking for a warmer room (which we never asked for). His meals at night are delicious! I didn't see any meat based soups at all, nor any fish. They do add a bit of meat based stuff -- they aren't claiming to be all vegetarian. They ask if you are so they can point stuff out, should you be a vegetarian. breakfast was actually the best breakfast i had in any hostel. All hostels i stayed in offered toast and tea. Here they served hot porridge (even had berries on the top of it one day) and a cold cereal as well. Before i left for Ireland i was terrified to stay here from all the comments on this site…

Kinlay House Hostel Galway in Galway … This is a great hostel, with an elevator, a huge space to eat with lots of tables, a nice staff, and it's clean! The bed was pretty uncomfortable, but it might have just been mine. I got upgraded to an en-suite room for free, though I booked a female room and there was a guy in it the first night. The only bad thing is the shower, which is even with the toilet so the entire bathroom floor gets soaked. Downstairs is a tour agency so it's easy to book a tour to neighboring attractions.

Kilronan Hostel in Aran Islands … It's good, but not as good as Claddagh Hostel. Its cheaper too. And all travelers know that is quite good!

Galway City Hostel in Galway … I've stayed in this hostel for quite a long time and it became a second home for me. The staff is very friendly and helpful! Everything is nice an clean. And a big plus is, that it isn't that big and you get in contact with other people quite easy! Only the pub below the hostel can be quite noisy.

Old Monastery Hostel in Connemara … Every room is themed from different parts of the world, the facilities are clean, and you get a hot breakfast. Plus the place is huge with a ton of character. What more could you ask for?

Brookside Hostel in Clifden … Fantastic hostel, definitely recommended, as Richard and Rose are lovely people, very kind and helpful. Ask Richard to give you a map; he'll send you on a walk with views you will never forget!!!

Salmon Weir Hostel in Galway … I stayed there twice and it was one of my favorite hostels that I ever stayed at. I love the atmosphere and the staff.

Kilronan Hostel in Aran Islands … I stayed here in December. This place is great. It has the best-equipped hostel kitchen I have ever seen. The rooms are not huge but are all en suite and the showers are always hot and powerful. The views are spectacular and the staff are very friendly.

An Aharla hostel in Aran Islands … Great place to stay. Nice accommodations with friendly staff who are sure to show you a good time. Some of the funniest guys I have ever met.

Bru Radharc Na Mara Hostel in Aran Islands … Excellent accomodations, and location on the smallest of the Aran Islands. The common room is inviting and warm with its fireplace, and the location is great-right next to a great pub. The rooms are spartan, but comfortable. Highly recommended!