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Fun Social Hostels in Galway – Make Friends Easily!

6 hostels in Galway. Prices start from €8 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.

Traveling to Galway and ready to meet new friends? These fun social hostels are perfect for travelers who love community life, group activities, and shared adventures. Expect events like pub crawls, family dinners, game nights, karaoke, walking tours, and cooking classes — all designed to break the ice and make it easy to connect.

We’ve handpicked hostels known for their lively atmosphere and welcoming staff, where you’ll feel part of a travel family in no time. Plus, we compare prices from major booking platforms so you can save money while making lifelong memories!

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#1 Top Rated

Galway City Hostel

Eyre Square
Free Breakfast
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…The outside is well lit and there is no curfew, so you have to get buzzed in at night, which makes it feel really safe. There is a bus station to connect to Shannon Airport about three blocks away

from €19.72
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Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square

Eyre Square
Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Great rooms, beds, showers, and atmosphere. What more could you want. It was so nice and the pictures in the lunchroom and in the womens bathroom are so beautiful. The Hostel is more like a Hotel

from €21.74
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Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…There are dormitories and family rooms with shared bathrooms available at Ben Lettery. There are two-, four-, six-, and eight-bed dorms. It's also possible to rent out the whole hostel. Rates

from €12.29
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Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…The card reader wasn't working when I arrived and I didn't have any cash on me but the staff let me check in anyway and just asked that I pay my balance when I was able to get cash out. The room

from €21.23
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Beach Lovers RetreatBoutique HostelFamily-Friendly HostelYouth Hostel

"…The dorms have an edgy look, with exposed brick walls and wood finishes as well as iron rods used to create the bunk ladders. The look doesn't translate to functionality though, as the ladders are

from €17.11
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Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…This is a good place to stay. Be sure you book in advance, though, especially in the summertime. Creepy staff. - Staff is super weird and kinda creepy at times. I spent two nights here. First night

from €11.62

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Sli Na Mara

Free Breakfast

"…Check-in from 12 noon Check-out 10.30am Payment by cash only Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours in advance. Sli Na Mara is a non-smoking B&B." …"…Directions from Galway Train

from €80.12

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Cool Social Hostels in Galway we all Love

We all love the social hostel life. These social hostels in Galway are perfect for travelers who enjoy community, fun, and connection. Whether it’s a family dinner, a pub crawl, a game night, or a walking tour, these hostels offer plenty of ways to break the ice and make new friends.

The common areas are always buzzing with activity, and the hostel staff are pros at creating a fun, welcoming vibe. Many hostels also feature organized events like cooking classes, themed parties, karaoke nights, and more — perfect for bonding with fellow adventurers.

Pro tip: Check the hostel’s event calendar or the blackboard for daily activities. Jump in, say “hello,” and let the good times roll!

Pack your bags, join the fun, and make Galway one of your most social travel experiences yet!

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