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The Nest Boutique Hostel

County Galway · Ireland

107 109 Upper Salthill RoadView location

9.2/10Excellent543 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort8.6/108.6
Condition9.2/109.2
Location7.0/107.0
Neighborhood8.2/108.2
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About The Nest Boutique Hostel

Enjoy stunning views from the terrace at The Nest Boutique Hostel, located in Galway's Lenaboy area, a short walk from Grattan Beach and the National Aquarium. This hostel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, a communal living room, and tour/ticket assistance. A continental breakfast is available daily (fee applies).

All 22 guestrooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi and bathrooms with showers and toiletries. Nearby attractions include Leisureland and the Galway City Museum. The nearest major airport is Shannon Airport (SNN).

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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. 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. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • 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.

  • Spoken Language

    Portuguese

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

Caesar's Palace 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Claudes Casino 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Grattan Beach 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Salthill Promenade 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Galway Bay 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Galway Atlantaquaria 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Leisureland 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Ladies Beach 1 km / 0.6 mi
South Park 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Pearse Stadium 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Fisheries Watchtower Museum 1.6 km / 1 mi
Galway City Museum 1.6 km / 1 mi
Quay Street 1.7 km / 1 mi
St Joseph's Church 1.7 km / 1 mi
Galway Arts Centre 1.7 km / 1.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 22
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Lift access
  • Terrace
  • Breakfast
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  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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  • Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDSDBT.2B

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    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

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    Room code: DBT.2B

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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  • Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOMBed in dormitory • FEMALE ROOMBED.FA

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    Room code: BED.FA

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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  • Bed in dormitory BUNK BEDBed in dormitory • BUNK BEDBED.BK

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    Room code: BED.BK

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  • Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BEDDouble or Twin • WITH DOUBLE BEDDBT.DB

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    Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BED

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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: DBT.DB

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  • FAMILY ROOM TWO DOUBLE BEDSFAMILY ROOM • TWO DOUBLE BEDSFAM.2D

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    TWO DOUBLE BEDS

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    FAMILY ROOM TWO DOUBLE BEDS

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    TWO DOUBLE BEDS

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    Room code: FAM.2D

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  • FAMILY ROOM WITH DOUBLE BEDFAMILY ROOM • WITH DOUBLE BEDFAM.DB

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    FAMILY ROOM WITH DOUBLE BED

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Nest Boutique Hostel

9.2
Excellent
543 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
8.6 /10
Condition
9.2 /10
Location
7.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.2 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2026
Karen
Just a little further out of the town centre than expected and only minimal parking on premise. Otherwise a great stay!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
Brian
Lots of on street parking. Cool place. All good.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2026
Kim
The private room was very cute and clean.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Deanna
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.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Ryan
Great spot. Cheap beer. Breakfast was okay...did the trick?
Self
8/10
Excellent
11 Jun 2026
Michael
Enjoyed our stay. Very limited parking but street parking was fairly easy to find. Very comfortable and right on the bus route which was helpful for our adventuring.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Kim
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
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2026
sabrina
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!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Alexey
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.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
Nicolas
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!
Self
2/10
Poor
23 May 2026
vincent
Very nice place. On the high end for a hostel, but at that price point it's missing some of the basics.

The reception should learn how to treat guests in hospitality. He knocked on our door at 10:15 AM advising that checkout was at 10:00 AM and immediately threatened us with a penalty, all with a very unpleasant attitude.

There is a proper way to speak to guests. When we challenged his behavior, he replied, “We are just a hostel...” which is quite surprising considering the price point.

In the end, I paid the penalty. A perfect example of how to ruin a guest experience. Completely ridiculous.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
14 May 2026
Jen
Street parking only and a bit of a walk. Small but clean room. Breakfast was fine - very little protein options.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Mary
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.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Asli Zeynep
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!!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Nick
great staff and location
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2026
Melissa
I had a private room which was very spacious and clean. The bathrooms were also very nice
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 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.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2026
Cullen
Everything was great a clean! It’s a bit of a walk into town but was truly a wonderful stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2026
Liezl
Clean
Business
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Alexandra
Amazing little spot with perfect sized rooms. We were two couples travelling together and the rooms suited our needs perfectly. The staff was very accommodating and check in/out was a breeze. Cannot recommend this property enough. My only regret is we didn’t stay longer!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
ANA
Great experience. The place is beautiful and cozy. The staff is very helpful. The rooms are very clean. There’s a coffee shop, it closes at 1500 but there are complementary tea and coffee 24/7. Parking is not a problem. The decor is amazing
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
venkata pavan kumar
best place to spend night for solo traveller, dorms and washrooms are clean
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2026
Amal
Fantastic Day, very clean and very happy
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2026
Shelly
Parking was easy and convenient, check-in was efficient and staff was friendly, the location was only a 25 minute walk to town, and the room was very clean. I would definitely recommend this property to friends and family.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Mar 2026
Matthew
Nice bathrooms. Good location. The bed wasn’t very comfortable. Laundry on-site was helpful, however it did cost 10 Euro. Overall we had a nice stay here.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
Fernando
Habitación muy limpia y con buen espacio, y el hotel muy bonito y muy bien cuidado.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
EMILY
Great location. Rooms were always clean. There was a kitchen and fridge/freezer for you to use to make your own food
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2026
Paul
Excellent location, clean and modern rooms. Great little cafe if you need to use it. Staff are polite and helpful and itsbgreat yoj can use the kitchen until midnight. Bed was comfy and parking facilities too.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2026
Alissa
Handy location close to both the seafront and city centre and wonderful breakfast.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2026
Yvonne
Lovely friendly staff and comfortable room
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2026
Cecilia
If they have a room available- book it! This lovely hostel was well-appointed at a price that can’t be beat. A short-walk to local pubs and food and a short bus ride to Galway Citi Center. 10/10, would stay again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
James
Fantastic hostel which felt much more like a hotel. Great location, great value and staff were friendly, we would absolutely stay here again.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2026
Gail
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
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2026
Dean
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.
8/10
Excellent
14 Jan 2026
Kyra
Was clean and staff were nice.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2026
Scott
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
Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2026
Philip
Excellent
Business
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2025
Mary
I have stayed in this lovely hostel on and off since it first opened years ago. In fact, I used to enjoy having the female dorm to myself in the beginning until it was well known. Always a great, warm, friendly experience and very fond memories of the staff back then. It still remains the same and I enjoyed a one night stay here before heading on to Connemara. Best wishes to all the staff for a very happy Christmas and New Year 2026! Looking forward to visiting again at some stage in 2026.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2025
Gianni
The room was very clean and the downstairs lounge was great to hangout in
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2025
Stacey
We enjoyed our small room with two twin beds. Everything was clean and comfortable. Bathroom was modern and simple. There are nice amenities in the lobby cafe as well.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2025
Simon
Friendly staff, nice spot in friendly Salthill (about 20 minute walk from Galway city). On site cafe is well worth a visit.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Nov 2025
Kermit
In many ways, this is a great property in the wonderful Salthill neighborhood of Galway. Cool design, convenient to shops, dining, the Latin Quarter, and the seaside promenade. However, the 000-series rooms on the ground level of the adjacent building are very small and not worth what you pay. I was put in Room 001, which was 2.5 x smaller than family members in 201, even though we booked our rooms at the same time and paid the same rate. When I pointed out the discrepancy, I was told by the management that it's just how \"the system\" is, and nothing can be done about it. Very frustrating.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Nov 2025
Barbara
Very quaint atmosphere .
8/10
Excellent
03 Nov 2025
Szymon
Everything ok
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Oct 2025
Jane
Lovely place, great atmosphere and amenities. Some parking available.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2025
Jessi
More like a hotel than a hostel, so nice
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2025
Rui
The location was very convenient. But it was not so easy to find a parking spot.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Alexandre
Friendly staff. Modern decoration.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2025
Victoria
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
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
08 Oct 2025
Robert
Stayed in 202. Room and bed was spacious. Only missing a TV from room. Other than that, a great experience
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2025
Deborah

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.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2025
Wade
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!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Heather
H
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Chris

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2025
Wendy
Cute and clean. Very friendly and helpful staff. Coffee shop and restaurants within walking distance. Highly recommend!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Sep 2025
tammy
Cute little Hostle, Good value for the price.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2025
Melodie Michelle
Loved the location
8/10
Excellent
08 Sep 2025
Colleen
Stayed one night, very friendly and helpful staff, very clean. Small but very nice room, beds were comfortable and there was a mini fridge! I felt like I was sharing a college dorm room with my mom. lol She likes to watch tv at night, when booking I did not realize the room did not have a TV. Next time l'd probably stay at a hotel considering the similar price range. The parking lot has very limited parking. Overall a good stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2025
Daniel
Good spot and easy to get to the city
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
26 Aug 2025
Kamila Vazquez
Good stay for the price we paid
Leisure Friends
4/10
Poor
17 Aug 2025
sam
Very overpriced (for Australian travellers with poor exchange rate) mattresses need updating. We didn’t use kitchen facilities but they looked very clean. Small private room
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Aug 2025
Steve

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
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2025
Laura

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!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2025
Pete
Great
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2025
Kevin
Comfortable stay in Salthill. Friendly staff and a great little coffee shop downstairs.
Self
8/10
Excellent
20 Jul 2025
Heather
Room was good yet small for 4 adults but doable for one night stay. Toilet and sink eco-friendly as well as lights in hallways and bathroom that was in room.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Jul 2025
Jennifer
Was in walking distance to stores
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2025
Deanna
Private ensuite quaint but perfect! Good location, quiet and clean. (Mid age women).
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
04 Jul 2025
Emily
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.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
Ann
Wonderful place to stay in Galway! The staff who greeted us on the night we arrived was kind and helpful. Parked car in the small lot the first night and street the next (Sat) night. I’ll stay again next time I visit Galway.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2025
Verified traveler

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2025
Deborah
This was an amazing place to stay.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2025
Ryan
Excellent Hostel in a good area of Galway with convenient public transit or parking options! Would definitely stay at again!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
26 Jun 2025
Kelly

Cute place, wonderful coffee and nice breakfast.

The nest was adorable, quirky, and the staff was lovely. Loved the location. The morning coffee for breakfast was the best we had in Ireland. The rooms were tiny but efficient. The bathroom was one of the smallest I’ve ever seen, and I wish the gave more towels for the floor because the shower got all over everything/ toilet and all. But for a hostel, it was completely functional and clean and worked. The walls are thin, bring ear plugs.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
23 Jun 2025
Eugene
Good location, comfortable, clean, and spacious room. There was no parking available at the property when we arrived and the reception wasn’t that welcoming when we arrived.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jun 2025
kelsey
Was a decent hostel, was on the ground level by the door so we heard a lot of in and out noise throughout the night, not ac and was really hot in the room for sleeping with the window open it didn’t help. Room was clean and big, pillows were very thin
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2025
Stephen
Nice place in a walkable neighborhood with lots of restaurants, access to the beach near the light house
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2025
Philippa
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!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2025
Raymond
This is not an ordinary hostel, it is a great hostel with room like a hotel room.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2025
Jennifer

Boutique hostel offers comfy, quiet private rooms

The place was clean, very well kept. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was a great deal and food was good. Location was great! Ample street parking. Laundry facilities available for fee with detergent available to use. While still a social place, this hostel seemed to suit the non-traditional hostel goers quite well.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2025
Diana
Great stay, close to water
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2025
Brenda
This was my first time staying in a hostel and I must say I really enjoyed staying at The Nest, a very funky place, very clean and quiet, parking for my rental car and many shops, pubs and restaurants in walking distance. The ladies I met in the 6 person, women only dorm room were so nice and respectful of privacy and space, but also engaging if you wanted to have a chat. The bunks, mine upper, were cozy, yet roomy with curtains to draw if you wanted privacy, beds, blankets and pillows were comfy. I ordered the breakfast included, which was really good, with a French press for coffee, cheese, yogurt, cereal, toast, fruit etc. The Nest is located in an area over the bridge from the main town of Galway called Salt Hill, buy the water with a beach, Galway is a half hour walk, beautiful on a nice day. Salt Hill has many shops, restaurants and pubs, I wandered over to one for live music, very cool inside. The town of Galway is a must. I would highly recommend the Nest as a great hostel to stay in as a 61 year old woman I was apprehensive, but had the best time!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2025
Yvonne

Nice Accommodation

Excellent location, clean facilities and fast check in. Room waa comfortable and quiet.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
Tracy
Clean. Comfortable bed. Beautiful decor. Check-in was friendly and fast
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2025
Cathy
Nice clean room. Basic but good breakfast. Friendly helpful staff great location so close to bus route and the beach!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2025
Madeline
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 !
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Janni
Fantastic and affordable. The Nest exceeded our expectations. The staff was friendly and helpful. The facilities along with the double room was gorgeous, modern, cozy and clean. Bus stop from town literally at the door step, and the one going towards the city centre only a couple of minutes away. Cannot recommend this enough, would definitely stay again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2025
Kim
Excellent choice if you want to come to Galway but not be if the more hectic city centre, right by the coast. Space was clean and comfortable and great value for money.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2025
Liam

What a revelation

The Nest was very clean and staff excellent. Room was very comfortable, breakfast was adequate with exceptional brown bread.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2025
Sean
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.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
03 Jan 2025
Joanna
Room was good for a night. Small bathroom so a bit hard to move round but overall had everything we needed.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2024
Joanne

Quirky

Quirky decor, for a hostel 5/5 stars
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Katiana
Amazing stay! Such a good deal! Cozy facilities and very comfortable bed. Clean and quiet area with very accessible dining options and short distance walk to the water. Definitely stay here!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2024
Kelli
Really welcoming, warm and well presented hostel. Clean and spacious bathroom in female dorm and room also had a table/bench for doing hair/makeup which is a nice touch. Bunks have privacy curtain and nice linen. Some parking is available onsite which is awesome.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
17 Nov 2024
Ally
Cute & quiet little property. Nice rooms
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2024
Emily
Wonderful location and parking onsite. Washer and dryer didnt work very well :/ but still would stay again.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Oct 2024
Deanne
The Nest Boutique Hostel is clean and quiet. The staff are very helpful and it was great to have a laundry as we'd been travelling for a while. The room and bathroom are huge. The parking in the area is very limited. It is in easy walking distance to restaurants and cafes as well as the beach.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2024
Carlos
Staff was outstanding! Welcoming and helpful. I wish remember his name, but the front desk gentleman even help me calling a taxi for me very early in the morning to catch my train.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2024
Melanie
Great option for one night stay! Check out the OConnor Pub close by!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2024
Justin
Great boutique hostel. People of all ages were stating here, not just for a young crowd. It’s been quiet and comfortable. The room was clean. I’d recommend staying here even if it’s your first time at a hostel.
Leisure Partner

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The Nest Boutique Hostel
107 109 Upper Salthill Road, Galway, Ireland

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