72%Salmon Weir Hostel

Could have been more cleaner and more bathrooms/showers on the upper floor would have been great.

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by tosuse – posted on Nov 24, 2008

1

Salmon Weir was kinda hard to find but only because the map that my car rental company gave me was rubbish, the staff were all great, the bed was comfy & everything's right at your doorstep. If I get the chance to return to Galway I'll stay again.

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by justinbryantsmith4584 – posted on Nov 23, 2008

5

This youth hostel is really warm-hearted and homey. They feel there really well, as in the home. They could remain weeks there. On top of that, the staff is really nice and in listening!

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by apiton497107 – posted on Nov 22, 2008

2

One of the best hostels I have ever stayed at. Salmon Weir manages to find that homey balance between institution and grandmas house. Part of this is due to the wonderful staff, the rest to the moderate number of beds, yet more than adequate kitchen and bath facilities. The layout for the largest... more One of the best hostels I have ever stayed at. Salmon Weir manages to find that homey balance between institution and grandmas house. Part of this is due to the wonderful staff, the rest to the moderate number of beds, yet more than adequate kitchen and bath facilities. The layout for the largest bunk room is very good with all beds being next to a wall. For better for worse, about half the beds in that room get great morning light so pick your bunk accordingly.close

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by williams5483 – posted on Nov 15, 2008

2

very dirty bathrooms and toilets, they don't clean every day because ou can see dust on bath and wash hand bassin...very small and cold room, but quite a good location and a friendly staff

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by typhainebourlot7293 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

4

Really nice hostel! Close to the city center, friendly common room, good chicken and good staff as well. Very good relation qualitiy/price. I will come back!

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by Guille1375 – posted on Oct 28, 2008

1

Gentes super linda! Es como un pequeno hogar

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by sherekas – posted on Oct 26, 2008

1

nicer as the reviews we read before =)

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by tinispeedy9129 – posted on Oct 21, 2008

1

unless you've got nowhere to stay, think again when you book this hostel to avoid regret.

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by richardqi – posted on Oct 19, 2008

3

Only one toilet for the floor and you have to ring the doorbell anytime you want to come in, it would have been better to have a key.

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by jamesandl – posted on Oct 13, 2008

2

The room is HORRIBLE, very dirty and small. I don´t recommend.

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by trejojfrancisco2476 – posted on Oct 6, 2008

1

Clean, fun, really lovely and homey and the staff were awesome! Ready to show you a good time :D

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by georgiamegirian7438 – posted on Oct 4, 2008

6

There is very large mouse in this house!

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by esckbub8244 – posted on Oct 2, 2008

9

The building was visibly not design to be an hostel. Small twin bed room. Good enought for a short stay.

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by gosselin – posted on Oct 1, 2008

20

Didn't appreicate the out of key sing-along lead by the staff at 4am when my friends and I had to be up at 7 to get to the Aran Islands. It was inconsiderate. Apart from that it was a fine place to crash for the night. I wouldn't go back there for longer than one sleep though.

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by jessicalangman9129 – posted on Sep 28, 2008

1

Far to expensive for what you get comparing to a BB. The staff agreed on that, but the management did't not lower the prices yet. so there wasn't any problem checking out after 1 night.

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by silda – posted on Sep 24, 2008

1

I left some toiletries on my bed to mark my territory as there was no official bed number allocation, otherwise, did not feel confident leaving any valuables there as the rooms are unlocked. Staff were very helpful when I asked for advice on good music venues, etc and the kitchen is a decent... more I left some toiletries on my bed to mark my territory as there was no official bed number allocation, otherwise, did not feel confident leaving any valuables there as the rooms are unlocked. Staff were very helpful when I asked for advice on good music venues, etc and the kitchen is a decent size if you want to self-cater. In closing, a good, central location and I would recommend to others.close

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by jtbrady25499 – posted on Sep 4, 2008

2

it wasn't so bad but the price is not fear for the room and the cleanliness.

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by giuliasalv – posted on Aug 17, 2008

2

We only stayed here one night. We booked a private twin room with a shared bathroom. They didn't give us a key to lock our room. But the room & bathroom was very clean and the staff were quite friendly, it was a very quiet hostel too. Plus it was in walking distance to Galway and alot of pubs!

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by cherikerr5006 – posted on Aug 16, 2008

3

the room was way too small, there was not enough space for all bags and it was always hard to go in and out... additionally our room was stinking. the bathroom has to be cleaned up. and there are no real tables in the kitchen.

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by andrea5599 – posted on Aug 15, 2008

9

a very friendly hostel. common lounge and kitchen very cosy, kinda like home! staff great too. 3am curfew not as bad as it sounds..

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by rebecca-osteo – posted on Aug 6, 2008

6

too much frenchies !

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by gaetan2531 – posted on Aug 6, 2008

1

the toilet seats were falling off, and all the keys seemed to be the same to get into each room. otherwise, good for what we paid for

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by dagreatbro – posted on Jul 31, 2008

3

One of the worst hostels I've ever been. Stinky sheets an old and uncomfortables beds. The french girl at reception was nice at least. If you can, look for another place in Galway or bring your own sheets instead!!

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by littleJaskolka – posted on Jul 28, 2008

2

I was only told about the 3 am curfew when I arrived. This should have been made clear before I booked.

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by robbourke828 – posted on Jul 21, 2008

1

If you drive, get a good map of the whole city before you go. It's hard to find the hostel and very easy to get very lost. Park across the bridge by the Cathedral; the staff don't know to tell you but that's the best place...

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by sleely – posted on Jul 21, 2008

2

maybe the best stay in a hostel i ever had

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by dadoo925239 – posted on Jul 15, 2008

1

It's great that the common area was loungy because people were more likely to hang out on the comfy couches and meeting others was super easy. Bonus for having a guitar.

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by danielgm – posted on Jul 14, 2008

1

There was no mention of a curfew until we arrived. However this didn't prove much of a problem as we always managed to get in after 3 some way or other

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by Alear8349 – posted on Jul 14, 2008

13

Cramped room with no curtains and no key to lock the room! Good location but that's pretty much the only good thing this hostel had going for it. Wouldn't recommend it unless everything else was booked out.

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by nursedebs2681 – posted on Jul 9, 2008

6

the place was fantastic really layed back relaxed we went from there to a bigger hostel in galway and its just to big and unfriendly no realness to it so yes the salmon wear rocks,,

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by bridgett-bluebell1517 – posted on Jul 9, 2008

1

If going to Galway stay somewhere else. This place doesn't seem very safe and it has an awful smell.

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by rob2377 – posted on Jul 9, 2008

3

Great hospitality.

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by yaemin7634 – posted on Jul 8, 2008

2

This is no palace but its one of the best I've stayed in simply because it feels and looks like a home. Great kitchen and cozy living room are great places to meet people and talk. It did smell a bit like feet though......

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by markus2187636 – posted on Jul 2, 2008

6

The hostel is GOOD... However, it needs internet... I prefer the hostel accepting either credit card or cash. Not only cash. You know what I mean.

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by guardez8858 – posted on Jul 2, 2008

8

This hostel was OK. It is a great location and the staff does try to keep it clean. The bedding is changed everyday. It is just an old building so it looks dirty most of the time. Also the shower has to be turned on outside of the bathroom.

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by kmorgan32233 – posted on Jul 1, 2008

4

Cramped and Noisy

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by aishlingreidy7666 – posted on Jun 30, 2008

2

Brilliant wee place in a brilliant location not far from town centre....would stay again...

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by andrewpark2326844 – posted on Jun 27, 2008

13

Can't lock your things, which is a bummer. However, very clean, and the staff are nice. There is a 3 o'clock curfew so if you're looking to drink late, be aware.

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by amanda-m32436 – posted on Jun 23, 2008

1

Some places are just in the wrong spot. This one was really loud at night from the road out front and as the room stank of cigarettes it was a toss up whether suffocation was better than noise abuse.

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by simonmarrable441 – posted on Jun 10, 2008

2