MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel

Hostel convenient to Kilkenny Castle

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Where to?

Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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.

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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Tonight

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Tomorrow

Oct 11 - Oct 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Double Room (With Shower)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Triple Room (With Shower)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking

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About the neighborhood

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
‪The Playwright - ‬6 min walk
‪Brewery Corner - ‬3 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

Hotel size

- 10 rooms

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

Special check-in instructions

- There is no front desk at this property

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

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Onsite self parking (EUR 2 per day)
- Onsite parking limited

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

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.