The Nest Boutique Hostel, Galway - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Salthill 107-109 Upper Salthill Road, Galway, Ireland

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“The Nest Boutique Hostel's location near Salthill is good and scenic.”view full review

The Nest Boutique Hostel, a 2-star alternative accommodation concept in Salthill, combines home comforts with industrial design and local touches, featuring super comfy beds and contemporary Irish artwork.

Modern Room Options

The Nest Boutique Hostel offers ensuite bedrooms with double beds, soft linen, and power showers. Each bed in dorm rooms includes a personal locker, while family rooms consist of two interconnecting double rooms spanning 323 ft^2.

Kitchen and Dining

A fully equipped guest kitchen enables visitors to prepare meals using local produce. Ground & Co cafe overlooks the Prom, serving coffee and various dishes.

Entertainment and Recreation

The common area features board games and complimentary refreshments. The Oslo Bar, housing Galway's first microbrewery, offers international beers and fresh food.

Beachfront Location

The Nest sits 0.3 miles from Salthill Promenade, 0.5 miles from Galway Atlantaquaria, and 1 miles from Galway's Latin Quarter. A bus stop outside provides regular service to Galway city from early morning until midnight.

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The Nest Boutique Hostel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 Bunk bed

Shower

Heating

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Bed 7-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 Bunk bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room

2 persons

165 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Double or Twin Room

2 persons

165 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Delicious Breakfast Options

“I absolutely loved the breakfast offered at The Nest Boutique Hostel! For only €7.50, I indulged in a cappuccino, fresh orange juice, yogurt with granola, and a good croissant. It was a great way to start my day, and I appreciated the variety that was available to suit different tastes.” view full review

Comfortable Private Rooms

“The private room I stayed in was a wonderful surprise! It was clean and quiet, equipped with essential amenities, and the bed was surprisingly comfortable. I was like I was staying in a boutique hotel rather than a hostel, made for a very restful night.” view full review

Spacious and Clean Bathrooms

“The bathroom facilities were excellent, with a spacious layout that gave a sense of luxury. I particularly appreciated how clean everything was. It added to the overall positive experience of my stay, making it feel more like a home away from home.” view full review

Cozy Sleeping Atmosphere

“I found the sleeping arrangements in my room to be incredibly cozy. The duvet provided was warm, ensuring a comfortable sleep throughout the night. The room was quiet, allowing me to rest peacefully and recharge for my adventures during the day.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen

Services

Laundry

Dining

Special diet menus

Children

Cots
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture

Self-catering

Shared kitchen

The Nest Boutique Hostel Location

Salthill 107-109 Upper Salthill Road, Galway, Ireland

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Salthill 107-109 Upper Salthill Road, Galway, Ireland

City landmarks

Park

Eyre Square

1.3 mi

Church

Galway Cathedral

1.4 mi

Square

Spanish Arch

1.1 mi

University

National University of Ireland

1.4 mi

Museum

Galway City Museum

1.1 mi

Landmark

Quay Street

1.0 mi

Church

Collegiate Church of St Nicholas of Myra

1.2 mi

Castle

Lynch's Castle

1.2 mi

Landmark

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum

5000 ft

Landmark

Leisureland

2500 ft

Beach

Blackrock Beach

4900 ft

Landmark

Galway Bay

5300 ft

Mall

Galway's Latin Quarter

1.1 mi

Landmark

Circle of Life National Organ Donor Commemorative Garden

3900 ft

Landmark

Pearse Stadium

2500 ft

Museum

Nora Barnacle House

1.1 mi

Landmark

Kirwan's Lane

1.0 mi

Bridge

Wolfe Tone Bridge

4800 ft

Landmark

Hall of the Red Earl

1.0 mi

Art object

Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

1.2 mi

Garden

Circle of Life Commemorative Garden

2500 ft

Landmark

Celia Griffin Memorial Park

2400 ft

Landmark

The Claddagh Ring Museum

1.1 mi

Bridge

Salmon Weir Bridge

1.4 mi

Mall

Eyre Square Centre

1.4 mi

Nearby

157/159 Upper Salthill

Salthill Promenade

900 ft

Aquarium

Galway Atlantaquaria

2000 ft

202 Upper Salthill Road

Caesars Palace Casino

700 ft

Seapoint Leisure 185_189

Seapoint Leisure

1300 ft

Casino

Claudes Casino

1400 ft

Restaurants

Lana Salthill Asian Street Food

1300 ft

224 Upper Salthill

Salt N' Pepper

1400 ft

228 Upper Salthill

Killorans Bar

1900 ft

256 Upper Salthill Salthill Park

CoCo

2500 ft

Western House Salthill

Getting around

City Centre

Galway23 min · 1.2 mi

Airports

Connemara Airport (NNR)44 min · 18.1 mi

Shannon Airport (SNN)131 min · 53.9 mi

Train

Galway Railway Station26 min · 1.3 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

from 01:00-10:00

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible at a location nearby for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 8 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Irish, Croatian

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Nest Boutique Hostel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 1053 verified reviews

8.8/10

Great

95%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.3/10

Cleanliness

9.1/10

Comfort

8.9/10

Facilities

8.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.5/10

Location

8.6/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.4/10

Staff

9.3/10

Value for money

8.5/10

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