About

The Nest Boutique Hostel is an alternative accommodation concept which blurs the lines between a hotel, guesthouse and a hostel by offering quality accommodation with unique social spaces, attention to detail, an individual touch and a strong emphasis on the local community. We try our best to be as eco friendly as possible and are always searching for new ways to lessen our impact on the environment.

The Nest Boutique Hostel is situated only two minutes walk to the shops, bars and restaurants in the seaside village of Salthill. It is less than a minute from the beach and a long promenade which stretches from Salthill to The Claddagh in Galway. It is a leisurely 20 minute stroll into Galway city centre, and the bus stop is just outside our door with a regular bus to and from Galway city (from early morning till midnight).

The Nest offers a majority of double and twin ensuite rooms which have comfy beds, soft linen, power showers and contemporary Irish art work. Family bedrooms are available which contain a double and twin room connected by a private bathroom or two double rooms connected by a bathroom. For groups or individuals, there are six and seven bed dorms which are ensuite and one dorm with shared bathroom. Here at The Nest we have a variety of flexible room types to suit any groups needs and a continental style breakfast can be provided for €8 per person per day and consists of fresh bread, a pastry, tea, coffee, cereal, fresh fruit and a selection of spreads. Breakfast can be booked on arrival.

The Nest Boutique Hostel Policies & Conditions:

Cancellation policy: 48 hours before arrival.

Children can only be accommodated in private rooms. The dormitories cannot accommodate children unless the dorm is booked as a private room

All group bookings of 6 or more people must pay a 20% deposit 1 month before arrival, and remaining balance is to be paid 1 week before arrival. We also require a €30 per person REFUNDABLE security deposit upon arrival

Check in from 15:00.
Check out before 10:00.

Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards, debit cards.
Please note American Express cards are NOT ACCEPTED.
This property may pre-authorise your card before arrival.

Guests are required to provide their CVC code at the time of booking, via email or phone in order to secure their reservation. Failure to do so may result in their booking being cancelled

Taxes included.

24 Hour staff
Reception: 07:00 - 22:00.
No curfew.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
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Reviews

9.4Superb(948)
  • Value for Money
    9.4
  • Security
    9.7
  • Atmosphere
    9.3
  • Cleanliness
    9.6
  • Staff
    9.4
  • Location
    8.6
  • Facilities
    9.6
Stayed in Oct 2025
9.7
L
Laura
Female, 18-24, USA
Cozy, pretty good for price, great atmosphere and friendly staff
Stayed in Oct 2025
9.7
C
Caitlin
Female, 31-40, USA
Amazing hostel! Clean and friendly and helpful staff. Only downside for me was that it was a 25-30 minute walk to the city center. I took the scenic route along the coastal trail though which is a lovely way to start the day!
Stayed in Sept 2025
10
I
Ian
Male, 31-40, USA
This place had the comfiest bed and pillows yet! People were nice atmosphere wasn't crazy like some other places ( which I don't mind sometimes) and staff smiled alot. If you get breakfast the coffee you get is from a French press.
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Location

107-109 Upper Salthill Road, Salthill, Galway, Ireland
1.9km from city centre