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The Nest Boutique Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, 6-minute walk to Grattan Beach

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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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is RM248
RM282 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Family Room 1 Double, 2 Twins

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

6 Bed Female Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

7 Bed Mixed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

6 Bed Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Travel cot
  • 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

  • Grattan Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Leisureland - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Galway - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • University Hospital Galway - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Eyre Square - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crane Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪An Scadan Caoc - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Creamery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ground & co - ‬7 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 such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
  • Tour/ticket information, multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk
  • A lift and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Nest Boutique Hostel include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Travel cots and heating

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19 Nov - 20 Nov
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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 transport

  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • 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 cot

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.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift
  • 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

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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 8 for adults and from 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 ratings 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 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nest Boutique Hostel on 19 Nov 2025 start from RM 248.12, 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 at The Nest Boutique Hostel?

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?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout 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.

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The Nest Boutique Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 446 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 446 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 446 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 446 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 446 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint atmosphere .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
More like a hotel than a hostel, so nice
Stayed 1 night 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

8/10 Good

tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little Hostle, Good value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melodie Michelle

Loved the location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

Alexandre

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

8/10 Good

Szymon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything ok
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

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

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

8/10 Good

Kamila Vazquez

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay for the price we paid
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Lovely stay!

This was such a lovely base for exploring Galway. The room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was delicious. We loved the communal area where we could make a cup of tea after exploring. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, close to water
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio

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

Good place and quality

Good compromisse :quality, price, interesting sites Good vibes and comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Heather

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

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Private ensuite quaint but perfect! Good location, quiet and clean. (Mid age women).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m not a hostel person at all but I had a great stay at The Nest - the staff were friendly and helpful, everything was clean, beds were super comfy, and most importantly it was quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

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

Galway stay over

The set up was a little strange and cramped. We had issues locating the hotel through GPS. We did appreciate the parking space
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was in walking distance to stores
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025