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Located next to Galway Railway and Bus Station, Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel overlooks Eyre Square. With free WiFi, printing, and luggage storage, the hostel also offers continental breakfast and a shared lounge. The reception staff can arrange tours to the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and the Aran Islands. Everything was amazing. It's close to everything, the staff is nice, easy to meet people, it truly felt like a home away from home.

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9
Superb
1,432 reviews
Price from
US$44
per night

Located in Glengarriff and with Hungry Hill reachable within 26 km, Glengarriff Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is around 26 km from Healy Pass, 28 km from Kenmare Golf Club and 34 km from Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club. The hostel features family rooms. I really enjoyed my stay! The hostel was very clean and pleasant, both the rooms and the kitchens were spotless. The staff was extremely friendly and always ready to help. The atmosphere was cozy and comfortable.

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9
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
US$48
per night

Situated in Sligo, within 500 metres of Sligo Abbey and 800 metres of Yeats Memorial Building, Éalú Lodge features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. All rooms boast a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.1 km from Cathedral of Immaculate Conception.

At the hostel, the rooms include a wardrobe. The owner was very friendly and informative.

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9
Superb
268 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

Situated in Belmullet, 37 km from Ballycroy National Park, Kilcommon Lodge Holiday Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is set 38 km from Doonamona Castle, 38 km from Ionad Deirbhile Heritage Centre and 49 km from Church of Ireland Cathedral. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Relaxing and great kitchen Thank you!

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9.7
Exceptional
359 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Set in Cork, 1.4 km from University College Cork, Direct Travel Stays offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is situated 3 km from Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral, 3.1 km from Cork City Hall and 3.6 km from Kent Railway Station. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.9 km from Cork Custom House.

Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also provide guests with free WiFi. The property is very clean, huge and has great facilities. The twin room we stayed in was clean with towels and a hairdryer provided. The kitchen is very well stocked with many snacks and drinks, and breakfast was especially great with fresh croissants and scones. The host was very friendly, and accommodated to our needs such as early check in and storing of luggage. The location is generally safe in a residential area and is in close proximity to the city centre. Overall a fantastic place to stay at a great value point.

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9.6
Exceptional
21 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

The Nest Boutique Hostel offers a majority of double and twin ensuite rooms which have comfy beds, soft linen, power showers, fridges and contemporary Irish art work. Family bedrooms and dormitories are also available Great location, helpful staff, and very stylish/new facilities.

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8.8
Fabulous
2,891 reviews
Price from
US$39
per night

Located in Killarney and with St Mary's Cathedral reachable within 200 metres, The Black Sheep Hostel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features a tour desk and luggage storage space for guests. So comfortable, the kitchen was great and everything was kept very clean

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8.9
Fabulous
1,380 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, the Aille River Tourist Hostel and Campsite Doolin is a tourist accommodation that offers a mixture of original features and modern comforts such as free fibre-optic Wi-Fi.

The Aille River Tourist Hostel and Campsite Doolin has a range of private rooms for couples, family rooms and dorm rooms. Best hostel I’ve ever been to.

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8.4
Very good
1,392 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

WINNER: Best Hostel in Ireland 2025

Guests can choose from a range of private rooms and shared dorms, all designed for comfort and convenience. The hostel offers a spacious common area with a pool table and TV, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, and a bright dining room. Friendly staff, fabulous facilities, complimentary afternoon snacks/coffees, free fruits during the whole day. Nice common areas. The room was pretty good, and the cleaning was good as well.

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8.9
Fabulous
3,841 reviews
Price from
US$44
per night

This comfortable, modern hostel is set in the centre of Galway, just 100 metres from Eyre Square. The Dawson Galway City offers a free Wi-Fi zone and a large outdoor terrace.

The Dawson Galway has a 24-hour reception and offers currency exchange and a large luggage room with lockers to store all belongings. Staff was very nice, the room had a lot of space, and it was very clean and comfortable. The location is near downtown!! And there is a supermarket 2 blocks from there.

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8
Very good
2,825 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

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