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MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
History and convenience merge in Kilkenny's city center, where travelers can relax in a peaceful garden or stroll to the magnificent castle nearby.

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MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel in Kilkenny City Centre offers continental breakfast, a peaceful garden, laundry facilities, an outdoor terrace, and free WiFi. Its perfect location is just a short walk from Kilkenny Castle.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite

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Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

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Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

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Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Shower

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room (With Shower)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Triple Room (With Shower)

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Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Kilkenny City Centre, a neighbourhood in Kilkenny, is home to MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel. Medieval Mile and Black Freren Arch are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dunmore Cave and Jerpoint Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kilkenny Squash & Racquet Club or Nowlan Park.
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Map
24 Vicar St, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, R95 HX81

What's nearby

  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Smithwick's Brewery Tour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Black Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kilkenny Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Butler House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Kilkenny Station - 14 min walk
  • Waterford (WAT) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kyteler's Inn Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Daniel W Bollard Bar & Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪CakeFace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Playwright - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brewery Corner - ‬3 min walk

About this property

MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel

Hostel located in Kilkenny City Centre
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), barbecues and a lift
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free property
Room features
All guestrooms at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel include comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 2 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: EUR 2 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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MacGabhainn's Backpacker Kilkenny
MacGabhainn's Backpacker
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Frequently asked questions

Is MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

Self-parking is available for EUR 2 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel located?

Located in Kilkenny City Centre, this hostel is steps away from Medieval Mile and St. Canice's Cathedral. Smithwick's Brewery Tour and Black Freren Arch are also within 5 minutes. Kilkenny Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Danny

Liked: Staff & service
Nice host , toilet facilities not ideal , room was left very damp by other guests . Room was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

CAROLINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok, cool staff

Everything was good, except the breakfast. They don't have a "free breakfast" properly, they only provide some milk and cereal and you can use them to make your own meal, but it looks like a courtesy, not a breakfast. And the shower it a bit annoying, but it's pretty OK in general.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Justine, Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hôtel proche du centre ville. Chambre agréable. Point faible: la salle de bain. Trop petite, sans aération.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

CHAEEUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018