Title: MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Hostel with free breakfast, near Kilkenny Castle ![In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30060000/30054000/30053914/88f7f77e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30060000/30054000/30053914/b27273b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30060000/30054000/30053914/74ec9bc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30060000/30054000/30053914/78bf15a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30060000/30054000/30053914/a8656952.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel in Kilkenny City Centre offers continental breakfast, a peaceful garden, laundry facilities, an outdoor terrace, and free WiFi. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKilkenny-Hotels-MacGabhainns-Backpacker-Hostel.h30053914.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKilkenny-Hotels-MacGabhainns-Backpacker-Hostel.h30053914.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.65665%2C-7.25592&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NEnbaBhFwGRy-_fVFnSdOH92AdU=) 24 Vicar St, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, R95 HX81 #### What's nearby - St. Canice's Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles - Kilkenny Castle - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Butler House - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - St. Lukes General Hospital - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - The Hub - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles #### Getting around - Kilkenny Station - 12 min walk - Waterford (WAT) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kyteler's Inn Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk - ‪Daniel W Bollard Bar & Bistro - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Black Cat Café - ‬5 min walk - ‪Brewery Corner - ‬3 min walk - ‪Foodworks - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Hostel near Kilkenny Castle 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), luggage storage and barbecues - Smoke-free property and a lift 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 ## 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 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 ### 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 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 ### 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 within a 15-minute walk of Medieval Mile and Kilkenny Castle. St. Canice's Cathedral and Smithwick's Brewery Tour are also within 5 minutes. Kilkenny Station is 12 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6/10 Okay #### Danny 5 Nov 2018 Liked: Staff & service Nice host , toilet facilities not ideal , room was left very damp by other guests . Room was comfortable ##### Danny Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### CAROLINE 5 May 2020 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. ##### CAROLINE Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Justine, Paris 11 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Hôtel proche du centre ville. Chambre agréable. Point faible: la salle de bain. Trop petite, sans aération. ##### Justine Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHAEEUN 5 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### 깔끔하고 좋은 호스텔! 전반적으로 아주 좋았어요. 집을 개조한 것 같앗고요 주인아저씨는 친절하시고 아침도 제공하고요, 호스텔도 조용하고 거리도 좋고요 다만 제가 잔 침대가 좀 낡앗어서 삐걱거리는 소리가 좀 심햇습니다 ##### CHAEEUN Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near London Cannon Street Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Cannon-Street-Station-Hotels.d6189072.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [11 Cadogan Gardens and The Apartments by Iconic Luxury Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-11-Cadogan-Gardens-And-The-Apartments-By-Iconic-Luxury-Hotels.h2379978.Hotel-Information) > > [Grupotel Gran Vía 678](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barcelona-Hotels-Grupotel-Gran-Via-678.h3045791.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Hotels in Sheffield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d5682-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Newpark Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kilkenny-Hotels-Newpark-Hotel.h19533.Hotel-Information) > > [Kosmoplaz Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mykonos-Hotels-Mykonos-Kosmoplaz-Beach-Resort-Hotel.h2550581.Hotel-Information) > > [Golf Hotels in Sheffield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-Golf-Hotels.0-0-d5682-tGolfHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Lion and The Lamb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seascale-Hotels-The-Lion-And-The-Lamb.h27736961.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Campania](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Campania-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6048569-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Istanbul Marriott Hotel Asia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Istanbul-Marriott-Hotel-Asia.h1699398.Hotel-Information) > > [Hart Shoreditch Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Hart-Shoreditch-Hotel-London.h39644645.Hotel-Information) > > [Kasuitei Ohya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Hotels-Kasuitei-Ohya.h13002262.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostels Plymouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plymouth-Hostels.d2817-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels with Breakfast in Bournemouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels-Hotel-With-Breakfast.0-0-d654-thotelwithbreakfast.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kilkenny-Hotels-Lyrath-Estate-Hotel-Spa-Convention-Centre.h1876198.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostels Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hostels.d182692-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels with Waterslides in Koh Samui](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koh-Samui-Hotels-Hotels-With-Waterslides.0-0-d6035013-tHotelswithWaterslides.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [British Airways Corfu (CFU) to London (LHR) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/british-airways-from-ioannis-kapodistrias-to-heathrow/ba/cfu/lhr) > > [Flights from Salzburg (SZG) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/szg/lhr/salzburg-to-london) > > [Flights from Christchurch (BOH) to Rhodes (RHO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/boh/rho/bournemouth-to-rhodes) > > [Flights from Newcastle-upon-Tyne (NCL) to Antwerp (ANR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ncl/anr/newcastle-to-antwerp) > > [Flights from Aberdeen (ABZ) to Konavle (DBV)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/abz/dbv/aberdeen-to-dubrovnik) > > [Flights from Paisley (GLA) to Tromsø (TOS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/tos/glasgow-to-troms) ### Cars > [Luxury Car Hire in Cyprus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Luxury-Car-Rentals-In-Cyprus.d45-tLuxury.Car-Rental-Destination-Class) ### Packages > [Africa Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Africa.d6023185.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Zakynthos Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zakynthos.d601109.Holidays-City-Breaks)