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The Nest Boutique Hostel

Galway, Ireland

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 2.2 km to South Park and 4.6 km to Lough Atalia

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 529 m to National Aquarium of Galway and 1.5 km to Leisureland

Near shopping centersOnly 4.3 km to Galway Shopping Center

Nice location! Near public transportOnly 3 km to Galway Harbour and 3.6 km to Galway Station

Near healthcare facilitiesOnly 2.8 km to University College Hospital

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4.6/5

FantasticFrom 100 reviews

5.0/521 Jul 2026

Amy • Family Trip

My daughter and I stayed one night. We were able to keep our luggage safely there until check out time. Staff were very helpful. Nice big relaxation room with tables and delicious chai at the cafe. Room was small but had everything we needed, very clean. Salthill area is a walk into Galway city center but many restaurants in close walking distance to Nest. Would stay again.

5.0/520 Jul 2026

Magen • Trip with Friends

Cute hotel with coffee bar. Room and bathroom were giant and front desk was accommodating with our needs. Quick walk to O’Connors pub for drinks and amazing music

5.0/515 Jul 2026

Alicia

Recomiendo! Hotel sympa pour une pause à Galway

5.0/514 Jul 2026

Karen • Trip with Friends

Just a little further out of the town centre than expected and only minimal parking on premise. Otherwise a great stay!

5.0/56 Jul 2026

Brian • Couple Trip

Lots of on street parking. Cool place. All good.

5.0/520 Jun 2026

Deanna • Solo Trip

Even though the property is outside of the tourist area, the local bus, line 401, picks up and drops off almost exactly in front of the property. I enjoyed having access to a washing machine and dryer (5€ for a load to wash, 5€ for a load to dry). On my first morning, I had the breakfast at the hostel, however I did not feel like it was worth paying 8€. I’d recommend going to O’Connors bakery, a 5 min walk from the hostel instead. Overall it was a great stay. Clean environment, friendly staff, and comfy rooms.

5.0/514 Jun 2026

Ryan • Solo Trip

Great spot. Cheap beer. Breakfast was okay...did the trick?

5.0/55 Jun 2026

Kim • Trip with Friends

This hostel was in a great location, on a bus route just 10 minutes from the city center. It had parking and breakfast available and the staff were very helpful. Room was clean and comfortable (we had a twin ensuite). Very flexible check in

5.0/52 Jun 2026

sabrina • Family Trip

This hostel is fantastic! The rooms are incredibly spacious, and since we were a group of four, we were given two rooms connected by a bathroom in the middle. Both rooms are cozy, and the bathroom is large and clean, featuring a fantastic shower. The decor of the hostel is vibrant and eclectic, adding to the overall charm. Plus, there's a mini fridge in the bedroom, which is a nice touch. One thing to note is that there is no air conditioning, but it didn't affect our stay; I'm just mentioning it for anyone who might be concerned. We were lucky to snag the last parking spot at the hotel, but the parking area is quite small, which might pose a problem if it gets busy. The location is convenient, being close to restaurants and grocery stores, and it was wonderfully quiet at night, making it easy to get a good night's sleep. When we left the hostel at 6 AM, the staff was very friendly and accommodating. Overall, we had a great experience!

5.0/531 May 2026

Alexey • Family Trip

We enjoyed by staying in the Nest. Normally such boutique hotels don’t have the elevators so we were surprise to see the one in the Nest which makes easy to handle the luggage. The breakfast is continental with limited options but sufficient to start the day.

5.0/528 May 2026

Nicolas • Solo Trip

The room was a good size, the facilities were clean, and the staff was helpful. I didn't try the breakfast because no cooked stuff. Overall no complaints! Keep in mind this is a small city so the bus connecting the hostel to the center is often late and sometimes infrequent!

5.0/520 May 2026

Patricia • Family Trip

Ein geschmackvolles Hostel,man fühlt sich sofort wohl,sehr gepflegt,nettes Personal plus Parkplatz vor dem Haus.Wenn man etwas zu bemängeln hat,man hört gut den Strassenverkehr(für empfindliche Gäste).

5.0/511 May 2026

Mary • Solo Trip

This is an unusual hostel in that there are private rooms with bathrooms too. It had neat boho vibes--reminded me of early 1970's when I was in college. Everyone was so friendly and kind. I had left a bag in a taxi and Sara (?, sorry I forgot already) ran and got it for me. My running days are behind me and I wouldn't have been able catch him in time. Plus she gave me a more convenient room. The room and everything that I saw was very clean. The elevator was appreciated. There is a coffee shop on premises and breakfast is served for €8--the menu is quite extensive so it's a good deal. I usually skip break so I didn't get to try it. About 5 minutes away (walking) are some nice restaurants. I really enjoyed my stay and very much recommend this hostel.

5.0/57 May 2026

Asli Zeynep • Trip with Friends

Staff are really friendly. Breakfast was okay, there was everything you need for the breakfast. Our room was better than we expected. You get more than you pay. Absolutely worth it!!

5.0/57 May 2026

Nick

great staff and location

5.0/53 May 2026

Melissa • Solo Trip

I had a private room which was very spacious and clean. The bathrooms were also very nice

5.0/530 Apr 2026

Sharon

Such a lovely hostel with outdoor gardens. Friendly and helpful staff. A clean room and warm blankets. We ordered an 8€ breakfast that included fresh fruit, croissants, fresh soda bread, cheeses, granola and yogurt. I highly recommend this accommodation. It's also a 5 minute walk to the promenade on the water.

5.0/528 Apr 2026

Cullen • Couple Trip

Everything was great a clean! It’s a bit of a walk into town but was truly a wonderful stay

5.0/527 Apr 2026

Liezl

Clean

5.0/521 Apr 2026

BRIGITTE • Couple Trip

Super hébergement, a recommander

Popular Facilities

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Parking

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24-hour Front Desk

Elevator

Free Parking

Public Facilities

Accessible Parking

Elevator/Lift

On-street Parking

Vending Machine

Parking (Free)

Hotel Services

Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

Luggage Storage

Multilingual Staff

24-hour Front Desk

Other Facilities

Smoking Area

Food & Drinks

Refrigerator

Accesibility

Wheelchair Accessible

In-room Facilities

Patio or terrace

Transportation

Tours/Ticket Assistance

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Connectivity

Free WiFi

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107-109 Upper Salthill Road, Galway, IE

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-anytime

Check-out10:00 AM

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

About The Nest Boutique Hostel

The Nest Boutique Hostel Location
Located in Galway (Salthill), The Nest Boutique Hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Grattan Beach and Galway Bay. This hostel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Galway Atlantaquaria and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Leisureland.

The Nest Boutique Hostel Facility and Service
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room. Additional amenities at this hostel include tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine.

The Nest Boutique Hostel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.

Restaurant and Cafe
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Room Type and Price

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 - Sun, 15 Nov 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children