Celtic Tourist HostelvsKinlay Hostel Galway
Both hotels are recommended by writers. On balance, Kinlay Hostel Galway scores slightly better than Celtic Tourist Hostel. Kinlay Hostel Galway comes in at #24 in Galway with endorsements from 1 reviewers such as Lonely Planet.
Celtic Tourist Hostel
 Lonely Planet
Queen St, Just off Eyre Square, Galway 
From $0/night
- Free Internet
 - Kitchenette
 
 "This is a small, central multi-level terrace house with glassed-in lounge-cum-TV-room. You can rent bikes here." 
Kinlay Hostel Galway
 Lonely Planet
Merchant's Road, Eyre Square, Galway
From $21/night
- Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Laundy Room
 - Multilingual
 - Kitchenette
 
Top choice
 "Easygoing staff, a full range of facilities and a cream-in-the-doughnut location just off Eyre Sq make this a top choice." Full review