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The Nest Boutique Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel within walking distance of Galway Atlantaquaria

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In the heart of Galway, The Nest Boutique Hostel offers a welcoming atmosphere with continental breakfast, laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. Relax on the terrace or grab a snack from the vending machine while being assisted by multilingual staff who have left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Free parking nearby
  • Travel cot
  • Free toiletries
The current price is €125
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Room 1 Double, 2 Twins

Family Room 1 Double, 2 Twins

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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6 Bed Female Dormitory

6 Bed Female Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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7 Bed Mixed Dormitory

7 Bed Mixed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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6 Bed Mixed Dormitory

6 Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
107-109 Upper Salthill Road, Galway

What's nearby

  • Caesar's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grattan Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Galway Atlantaquaria - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Leisureland - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Galway - 4 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Shannon (SNN) - 60 min drive
  • Athenry Station - 21 min drive
  • Craughwell Station - 23 min drive
  • Galway Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante DaRoberta - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crane Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Oslo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Murrays Coffee House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Office - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Nest Boutique Hostel

The Nest Boutique Hostel puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Galway Bay and Grattan Beach. Also, Galway Atlantaquaria and Leisureland are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Free off-site parking within 328 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared fridge

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Communal living room

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Hand-held shower heads
  • Height-adjustable showerheads

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Travel cot
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Paper towels

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 8 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 10 (subject to availability)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

The Nest Hostel Galway
The Nest Boutique Hostel Galway
The Nest Boutique Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Nest Boutique Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Galway

Frequently asked questions

Does The Nest Boutique Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Nest Boutique Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 10 (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (2-min walk) and Claudes Casino (5-min walk) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Nest Boutique Hostel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Grattan Beach (6-min walk) and Galway Bay (6-min walk), along with Galway Atlantaquaria (7-min walk) and Leisureland (11-min walk).

What's the area around The Nest Boutique Hostel like?

The Nest Boutique Hostel is a short 2-minute walk from Caesar's Palace and 6 minutes' walk from Galway Bay.

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Reviews

The Nest Boutique Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, quantity, and value, with some even calling it the best they had in Ireland. (14 reviews)
  • The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering a convenient and accessible beach experience. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hostel which felt much more like a hotel. Great location, great value and staff were friendly, we would absolutely stay here again.
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A really clean, modern, fresh hostel with a very high standard! It felt new and renovated with personal touches, and the dorms were also clean and comfortable. Each bed had a good curtain blocking out light, a lamp and sockets for charging and the sleep was really good. The bathroom was also clean and modern, and the kitchen had everything you need. I had a great stay!
Emmi, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff here are really nice, the place is clean and has a very cozy feeling. The kitchen and living areas are also great too.
Dean, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Was clean and staff were nice.
Kyra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We weren't sure at first about staying here because it was a hostel but I'll say it was probably nicer than a lot of hotels we stayed at and one of the nice additional benefits was being able to use the kitchen. This place was very clean very centrally located and it was quiet
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and the downstairs lounge was great to hangout in
Gianni, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The facility is lovely and has a full kitchen to access if you want to make your own meals. Parking is off site mostly. The staff is helpful and very friendly
Gail, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

All staff are really nice and helpful Very clean will come back
Caroline, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Parking spots right in front of the property, friendly staff and easy check in, spacious and cosy room, great breakfast for only 8€, a bit outside the city center but still walkable
Victoria, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place, great atmosphere and amenities. Some parking available.
Jane, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good and friendly staff
Nina Antonia, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Hostel in a good area of Galway with convenient public transit or parking options! Would definitely stay at again!
Ryan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good spot and easy to get to the city
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay in Salthill. Friendly staff and a great little coffee shop downstairs.
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The location was very convenient. But it was not so easy to find a parking spot.
Rui, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, beautifully decorated with great dining options in the area
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Modern decoration.
Alexandre, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay excellent location, friendly helpful staff, awesome amenities, would definitely recommend.
Tracy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Such a wonderful find

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and very inviting. Helpful items available at front desk if needed. Well priced and close to the beautiful salt hill walk.
Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place in a walkable neighborhood with lots of restaurants, access to the beach near the light house
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cute and clean. Very friendly and helpful staff. Coffee shop and restaurants within walking distance. Highly recommend!
Wendy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and comfortable room.

Great location! Close to Galway City center and easy to find. Staff was friendly and helpful. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. I will definitely stay here again.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great family stay. Really friendly place.
Stuart, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room and friendly staff.
Nathalie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast is not to be missed! The rooms were clean and well equipped. The staff and other guests were very welcoming and friendly - all very down to earth. If you’re a pretentious pain in the behind, don’t corrupt this wonderfully place!
Wade, 2-night trip