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Snoozles Hostel Galway

Forster Street, Galway, Ireland

Awarded Hostelworld.com Top Rated Hostel Award for 2008, 2009 & 2010
Number 1 Hostel in Ireland for November 2011!
Plus many, many more (see below!)

LOCATION: We ideally located in a safe, semi-residential area, yet only seconds walk from Eyre Square and Shop Street. The coach station (Citylink & GoBus) is on our door step and we are only a few seconds walk from the train and bus station (Bus Eireann) but away from all the busy late night noise of the bars and clubs!

Perfectly located in the heart of Galway City, there is no better place to stay while exploring the beautiful and famously unique City of The Tribes than our MULTI award winning, comfortable and friendly hostel! We are dedicated to giving you the best possible experience of Galway and the beautiful West of Ireland. Our welcoming and knowledgeable staff are here 24 hours to help you plan your perfect trip.

MOVING TO GALWAY? We can provide you with all the information you need to get set up. We offer a great value weekly rate while you look for long term rental accommodation - included in this weekly rate we will even do your laundry! Ask at reception for more details.

SECURITY: We are the most secure hostel in Galway (see our reviews) with electronic key card access from Reception to lift and bedrooms, free secure luggage storage and free safety deposit boxes for your valuables. We also offer free secure bike storage.

FREE BREAKFAST: After a good nights sleep in one of our warm and comfortable rooms, help yourself to a free breakfast to set you up for the day.

DISCOUNTED TOURS: After a refreshing breakfast, make sure to come to our TICKET DESK and avail of discounted tours to the Cliffs of Moher, The Burren, Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and the Aran Islands. Almost all day tours from Galway depart from right outside our building. Our knowledgeable staff can answer any questions you might have about everything from restaurants, tours and the famous Galway nightlife!

KITCHEN: Feel free to use our well stocked and fully-equipped kitchen. Whether its lunch for one or dinner for 150, we have the equipment, utensils and space you need. If you don't feel like cooking, let us arrange for you to sample the very best of traditional Irish cooking with great value meals in local pubs and restaurants. If you are too busy getting ready for a night on the town, let us order pizza or takeaway for you. (Or also if you just want to put your feet up and chill out with a DVD or watch the match on our big screen!) Packed lunches can also be arranged on request.

If the sun shines (Yes it's not a myth, it does really happen occasionally!!) why not check out our free gas barbeque and patio area. We also have a covered smoking area. We are also happy to offer a low cost laundry service to our guests!

REVIEWS: As you can see from all our awards below, we are a top rated hostel so rather than blow our own trumpet; here is what a guest said recently in a Hostelworlc.com review:

"This is the best hostel I've ever stayed in. The staff are SO lovely and helpful, they really made me feel at home. On top of this there is a huge clean beautiful kitchen with every utensil you would ever need. There is a big communal dining area, and a comfortable homely common room with a TV and great books to read and movies to watch and even a keyboard to play! Location is superb. Free wi-fi everywhere in hostel. Hot chocolate and coffee machine was nice too. Just a lovely experience"
23 Oct 2011, Anonymous, Australia, Female 18-24, (3 reviews)

And we think that sums us up nicely! 
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Awarded Hostelworld.com Top Rated Hostel Award 2008, 2009 & 2010

Awarded 4th Best Hostel in Ireland for March 2010, September 2010 & Sepember 2011
Awarded 2nd Best Hostel in Ireland for October 2010
Awarded 8th Best Hostel in Ireland for December 2010
Awarded 7th Best Hostel in Ireland for March 2011
Awarded 5th Best Hostel in Ireland for October 2011
Awarded Best Hostel in Ireland (No. 1) for November 2011

Winner of the SCCUL (Professional Services) Entrepreneur Award 2010
Finalist (Best Business Start Up Category) in the Ulster Bank Regional Business Achiever Award 2010
Tripadvisor.com Certificate of Excellence May 2011 & Overall 4 Star Rating for 2011

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Some of the services we are happy to offer our guests include:

FREE continental breakfast
FREE linen provided
FREE luggage storage and lockers
FREE high-speed WI-FI access
FREE entry to local night clubs

DISCOUNT parking at a nearby, secure parking structure
DISCOUNT tours to attractions in the West of Ireland
DISCOUNTS at several local pubs and restaurants
DISCOUNT laundry service

THINGS TO NOTE:

1. Please be aware that groups are subject to a €20 per person noise and damage deposit. This is payable in cash on check in and is fully refundable when checking-out providing house rules and other guests are respected. Please email us at info@snoozleshostel.ie for more information.

2. Our cancellation policy requires at least 24 hours notice if you wish to cancel (e.g. you must cancel before 3pm the day before you are due to arrive) or you will be charged for your first nights stay.

3. Please note that the 6 and 4 bed family rooms are for families only (adults & children). If they are booked by all adults you will be charged at the 6 and 4 bed ensuite prices and subject to availability may still have to stay in the family room.


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Facilities

  • 24 Hour Reception
  • 24 Hour Security
  • Adaptors

  • Airport Transfers
  • BBQ
  • Bicycle Hire

  • Bicycle Parking
  • Board games
  • Book Exchange

  • Breakfast Included
  • Cable TV
  • Ceiling Fan

  • Common Room
  • DVD's
  • Elevator

  • Fax Service
  • Free City Maps
  • Free Internet Access

  • Free WiFi
  • Games Room
  • Hairdryers

  • Hairdryers For Hire
  • Hot Showers
  • Housekeeping

  • Internet Access
  • Jobs Board
  • Key Card Access

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Linen Included

  • Lockers
  • Luggage Storage
  • Meeting Room

  • Mini-Supermarket
  • Outdoor Terrace
  • Parking

  • Pool Table
  • Postal Service
  • Safe Deposit Box (Front Desk)

  • Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Towels for hire

  • Towels Included
  • Vending Machines
  • Washing machine

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Wii

Policies

  • Child Friendly
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Non Smoking

  • Taxes Included

Hoscar Awards

  • 2011 2nd Hostel for Groups

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Cancellation Policy

This property has a 1 day cancellation policy.
Failure to cancel within this time will result in a cancellation charge equal to the first night of your stay.
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  • 87%

  • Overall Rating
  • From 181 ratings
  • 83%Character
  • 88%Security
  • 93%Location
  • 89%Staff
  • 83%Fun
  • 87%Cleanliness

Latest Review

  • 07 Feb 2012 (93%)
  • One of the best hostels I've stayed in , anywhere. Very well run, competent, helpful, knpwedgeable staff, excellent location and ...
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  • dertwomey9060 , Male , 2 reviews , Ireland

Hoscar Awards

  • 2011 Hoscar Winner
  • 2nd
  • Hostel for Groups

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