Kinlay Hostel Eyre Square

We celebrated our wedding anniversary during our stay with them and they went above and beyond to help us treasure our time with them. We were so blown away by their thoughtfulness and hospitality! At first, I was a little concerned booking a single room in the hostel, wondering if it would get rowdy at night, but that was never a problem at all. Our room was comfortable, the breakfast was nice, and from all of the events that were posted on the walls, I can tell that the staff are dedicated to making their hostel a welcoming, vibrant, and unforgettable experience for all guests. This truly is a gem of the place and I am so glad that we stayed with them.

The free breakfast is super. The kitchen is big enough to let you cook what you want. There is everything that you can need in the kitchen. And the dinning room is cool and you can always find a place to sit. I really appreciate the fact that there is curtains around the bed so you can have some privacy and can sleep even if someone is reading. The free luggage room is a plus, so you can let your bag all the day to visit the city. The reception's personal is really kind and make everything to satisfy you, so really, thank you !

Spotlessly clean rooms and bedding. Beds were very comfy and great to have the privacy curtain, individual electric outlets etc. at the bed. Room was warm and cosy - especially with such awful stormy and rainy weather outside. A great idea to have the sink outside the bathroom, so people in our room could brush their teeth / put on make up etc while another person was in the shower and not have to wait. A fabulous free breakfast with lots of choices, and lovely free tea, coffee, fruit always available throughout the day and evening. I requested a lower bunk, and they had a lovely sign left on my bed 'this bunk bed is reserved for Suzanne'

I liked the healthy included breakfast, staff was polite, available, prepared, everything was clean and having a bathroom en suite was cool. Despite a loud / annoying customer, the staff acted quickly making sure everyone was safe and well, managing the situation elegantly and efficiently.

Location is perfect- super close to the train/bus station if you’re coming in from Dublin. It’s also close to the square and the Latin quarter where you’ll most likely spend most of your time. Location is also perfect to access tours as a Galway experiences tour including the cliffs has an office on the ground floor of this hostel. It’s super easy to book an excursion directly at the hostel front desk. These are easily the comfiest beds I’ve ever stayed at in a hostel. I don’t know why because it’s still a metal bunk but the bed and pillow and sheets had me sleeping good! Continental breakfast being included is great. Kitchen and common areas were very clean and easy to organize. all the staff working here are lovely!