What makes it 89% Solo-Friendly: Free lockers, CCTV, luggage storage, communal kitchen, free Wi-Fi and breakfast, plus 130 m to Galway Train Station, create a safe, social base ideal for independent travellers.
Galway Train Station: 130m (2 min walk)
Serves intercity and commuter trains across Ireland.
Eyre Square: 120m (2 min walk)
Central public square with fountain, seating, and street performers.
Tip: Visit in the afternoon to catch local buskers and outdoor art installations.
Aran Island Ferries: 150m (2 min walk)
Ferry departures to Inis Mór, Inis Oírr, and Inis Meáin.
Tip: Book morning sail at reception to avoid sold-out afternoons.
Galway Cathedral: 670m (8 min walk)
Neo-Gothic cathedral featuring soaring arches and stained-glass windows.
Tip: Visit in the morning for softer light through the stained glass.
Free Wi-Fi:
Unlimited Wi-Fi in public areas and all rooms.
Continental Breakfast:
Complimentary continental breakfast served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Luggage Storage:
Store your bags free of charge before check-in and after check-out.
Shared Kitchen:
Communal kitchen with water purifier and basic cooking facilities.
Communal Living Room:
Shared lounge area for relaxing, reading, and meeting fellow travelers.
Public Parking:
On-site parking available for a fee; reserve in advance.
Laundry Service:
On-site laundry with additional charge per load.
Excursion Bookings:
Front-desk arranges day tours to Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and Aran Islands at extra cost.

Amrita Virk
One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at. Very kind and accommodating staff. Super clean rooms and bathrooms. Great location, so conveniently close to the train station. Highly recommend doing the pub crawl, it was so fun as a solo traveller - connecting with fellow guests, checking out the night life and again, the staff was awesome.
Mely Dsz
As a solo traveler in my first hostel experience in Ireland, the Galway City Hostel was a great place to Start. It is placed right next to the train station in Eyre-square, which is ideal. The staff is welcoming and friendly (shout-out to Flynn) they organize pub-crawls and give your suggestions for things to do at the hostel. I met a few fellow travelers and made friends. The place is clean and c...
Valeria Ploho
Very nice hostel which offers breakfast at no extra cost! The rooms, showers and kitchen are all kept very clean by staff and guests and the whole hostel has a very friendly and homey atmosphere. The only downside is that most rooms are located directly above a pub, so if you want to got to sleep early, it will not be quiet as you can hear the live music through the walls.
Amandine
As a first solo traveler/hostel experience, the Galway City Hostel was a great place to start. It is placed right next to the train station in Eyre-square, which is ideal. The staff is welcoming and friendly (shout-out to Tom!), they organize pub-crawls and dinners at the hostel that allow fellow travelers to bond. The place is clean. The only downside would be the breakfast which, to me, isn't wo...
Kaitlynn Oudekerk
I have never felt so welcomed at a hostel! The staff was so kind and friendly! Especially Tom (you rock)! The rooms were clean and had comfortable beds! The common space is so homey and welcoming! Met so many cool people, sad I couldn't stay longer! Will definitely be back!! Go to Galway and don't even second guess this hostel!!
Address: Frenchville Ln, Eyre Square, Galway, Ireland
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From Galway Train Station, walk 130m (2 min walk) southwest to Eyre Square, turn right into Fairgreen Road to reach the hostel.
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