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MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel convenient to Kilkenny Castle

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In-room safe, free WiFi
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Living room
Dining
Private kitchen
MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel is nestled in the heart of Kilkenny City Centre, offering an inviting atmosphere with continental breakfast and a tranquil garden. Take advantage of laundry facilities, unwind on the terrace, and enjoy free WiFi. Guests rave about its prime location near Kilkenny Castle.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Triple Room (With Shower)

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  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Double Room (With Shower)

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  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

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  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
24 Vicar St, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, R95 HX81

What's nearby

  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kilkenny Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Butler House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St. Lukes General Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Hub - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Waterford (WAT) - 59 min drive
  • Kilkenny Station - 12 min walk
  • Bagenalstown Station - 19 min drive
  • Thomastown Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kyteler's Inn Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Daniel W Bollard Bar & Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brewery Corner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Black Cat Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Petronella Restaurant & Café - ‬8 min walk

About this property

MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel

MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Kilkenny Castle. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (EUR 2 per day)
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Barbecue grills

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 2 per day

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Kilkenny
MacGabhainn's Backpacker Kilkenny
MacGabhainn's Backpacker
MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Kilkenny
MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 2 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel and nearby?

MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel has a garden.

What's the area around MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel like?

MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel is a short 12-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle and 2 minutes' walk from St. Canice's Cathedral.

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