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The Nest Boutique Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful haven at this charming Galway hostel, where luggage storage and tour assistance complement the tranquil setting.

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The Nest Boutique Hostel in central Galway offers continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and free in-room WiFi. Guests can relax on the terrace or grab snacks from the vending machine. Multilingual staff receive consistent praise for their exceptional service.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ￥9,859
￥11,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11

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Double Room, Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Travel crib
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Travel crib
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room 1 Double, 2 Twins | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Family Room 1 Double, 2 Twins

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Travel crib
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Travel crib
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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6 Bed Female Dormitory | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

6 Bed Female Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Travel crib
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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7 Bed Mixed Dormitory | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

7 Bed Mixed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Travel crib
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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6 Bed Mixed Dormitory | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

6 Bed Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Travel crib
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Travel crib
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, The Nest Boutique Hostel is in Salthill, a neighborhood in Galway. Eyre Square and Galway Cathedral are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Grattan Beach and Galway Bay. National Aquarium of Galway and Leisureland are not to be missed. Visit our Galway travel guide
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Galway, 107-109 Upper Salthill Road

What's nearby

  • The quadrangle at the National University or Ireland at Galway. Can't believe I get to call this place my school for the next year!
    University of Galway
    2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • National Aquarium of Galway
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grattan Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Leisureland
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University Hospital Galway
    3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station
    9 min drive
  • Shannon Airport (SNN)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Crane Bar
    18 min walk
  • Ristorante DaRoberta
    3 min walk
  • Murrays Coffee House
    12 min walk
  • John Keogh's
    17 min walk
  • Oslo
    5 min walk

About this property

The Nest Boutique Hostel

Hostel near University of Galway
Located close to National Aquarium of Galway and Grattan Beach, The Nest Boutique Hostel provides a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Nest Boutique Hostel have amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Travel cribs and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Paper towels

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 10

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 8 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 10 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Nest Boutique Hostel Galway
Nest Boutique Hostel
Nest Boutique Galway
Nest Boutique
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

Is The Nest Boutique Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nest Boutique Hostel on Mar 10, 2026 start from ￥9,859, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 10 (subject to availability).

Where is The Nest Boutique Hostel located?

Located in Salthill, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Grattan Beach and National Aquarium of Galway. Leisureland and Galway City Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). Galway Station is 28 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 296 out of 464 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 464 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 464 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 464 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 464 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All staff are really nice and helpful Very clean will come back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spot and easy to get to the city
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hostel in a good area of Galway with convenient public transit or parking options! Would definitely stay at again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very convenient. But it was not so easy to find a parking spot.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay in Salthill. Friendly staff and a great little coffee shop downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Modern decoration.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute and clean. Very friendly and helpful staff. Coffee shop and restaurants within walking distance. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely staff and facilities, and great value

Good value, very helpful staff and convenient location with adequate parking for a motorcycle. Breakfast was very good value with ample choice of breads cheese and pastries and fresh coffee. Although we vacated the room by the required time of 10am, we were able to sit comfortably in the lounge/dining area while we planned our journey and charged our phones, with no pressure to leave.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place in a walkable neighborhood with lots of restaurants, access to the beach near the light house
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay excellent location, friendly helpful staff, awesome amenities, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, beautifully decorated with great dining options in the area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family stay. Really friendly place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not an ordinary hostel, it is a great hostel with room like a hotel room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Accommodation

Excellent location, clean facilities and fast check in. Room waa comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great! The building itself was super cool & felt secure! Although not in galway city proper, the area was fantastic & would highly recommend exploring & not too far of a walk! The only thing I would say is that the breakfast was a little pricey for what was included.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t spend much time here other than sleeping, showering, and eating breakfast, but it was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast was plentiful and delicious.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, impeccable facilities and top tier hostel. The staff were so warm and welcoming, ensuring that I had a comfortable stay. Exceeded all of my expectations !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025