Lonely Planet, 2008: "Barnacles is in the heart of the action... on a pedestrianised street. It is located on the same street as all the pubs & restaurants you came to Galway for."
Amenities
24 hour reception
Lounge
Breakfast included
Laundry
Internet
No curfew
Wifi
Public kitchen
Map
Directions
Barnacles Quay Street House
From the Train and Bus Station
The Bus / Train station is just 5 mins from our Hostel. Galway Bus / Train stations are located in the same depot in the City centre so you never have far to walk to find us. From the Bus Train / Station. Walk diagonally across Eyre Square. Turn left onto Williamsgate Street and continue straight down Shop Street. At the Kings Head Pub, keep left and walk down High Street onto Quay Street. We are situated on the right, directly opposite the Quays Pub.
Train
There are approx. 5 trains running daily between Dublin and Galway, this is the only train link from Galway city. While in Ireland, you can call 1850 366222 for train timetables or alternatively you can check www.irishrail.ie
Bus
There is an hourly Bus service running between Dublin's central Bus station and Galway Bus station. Galway is well serviced by buses from all over the country, you can check timetables on www.buseireann.ie
There is a private bus company operating a direct coach service between Dublin Airport and Galway City. The coach Operator is called Citylink and their contact number is: 091 564163. Again you can check their timetables on line, www.citylink.ie
Airport
Galway city is serviced by a small airport, located about 5 miles from the city centre. There is no bus service from the airport to the city, but there are ample taxis awaiting passengers. www.aerarann.ie
Address: 10 Quay Street,
Galway Town,
Ireland