Macgabhainns Backpackers Hostel is located in the heart of the city centre, just a few minutes walk from the railway and bus station. Breakfast includes porridge,corn flakes,toast, tea or coffee,with as much tea/coffee free all day long. Macgabhainns is a small hostel with a cool barbeque area in the garden.
We are also located near pubs with traditional Irish music and some fine restaurants that are quite inexpensive. We are just a short stroll from Kilkenny Castle. Our reception is open until 10pm for check-ins.
Macgabhainns Backpackers Hostel offers a comfortable and friendly atmosphere for weary travelers. With beds in a four bedded room from 15 euros Macgabhainns is the place to stay whilst in kilkenny. We even WASH YOUR DISHES for you
Free Breakfast
Free security lockers
Free Parking
Free Luggage Storage
Free Internet access
Free Wifi
Free Maps of City
Voted Best Hostel In KILKENNY CITY 2010/ 2011 By Hostelz.com guests.
IrishTourist Board Approved For 2012.
Recommended by Lonely Planet, Routard, Lets Go Guide Books.
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Location
We are located at 24 Vicar Street in Kilkenny.Only 10 mins walk from Bus/Train station and 5 mins walk to city centre.
Facilities and Amenities
Digital Nomads
Family-Friendly Hostel
Solo Traveller
Bedsheets
Breakfast
Parking
Wi-Fi in Lobby/Commons
Bike Rental
Lockers in Lobby
Luggage Storage
Towels
24 Hour Security
BBQ Grill
Board Games
Cable TV
Concierge/Info Desk
Credit Card Payments
Currency Exchange
Entirely Non-Smoking
Evening Entertainment
Gameroom
Gym/Fitness Room
Hair Dryers
Hot Showers
Kitchen
Laundry
Lounge Area
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Movie Library/Rental
Pool Table
Wheelchair Accessible
Service Animals
Checkout: 10:00 (10 AM)
Curfew: No Curfew
Lockout: No
Maximum Stay: Unlimited
Minimum Stay: 1 night
Open Dates: All Year
Reception Hours: 9.00/22.00
Size: Medium (30-60 beds)
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