MacGabhainns Backpackers Hostel is located in the heart of the city centre, just 5 minutes walk from the railway and bus station. Breakfast includes corn flakes, tea or coffee. Tea and coffee are Free all day.
Irish Tourist board Approved
Recommended by lets Go, Lonely Planet
Free WIFI
Free Internet Access
Free Breakfast
MacGabhainns is a small hostel with a cool barbeque area in the garden. The hostel also prides itself for having the best showers in town.
We are also located near pubs with traditional Irish music and some fine restaurants that are quite inexpensive. We are just a short stroll from Kilkenny Castle. Our reception is open until 10pm for check-ins.
Facilities
Internet Access
Web Access in Lobby
Wi-Fi in Room
Wi-Fi in Lobby
Guest Kitchen
Card Phones
DVD's
Common Room
Linen Included
Key Card Access
BBQ Area
Breakfast
Included
Washing Machine/Dryer
24 Hour Security
Jobs Board
Towels Hire
Hairdryer for Hire
Parking
Free Parking
Bicycle Parking
On Street Parking
Iron/Ironing Board
Tours Desk
Luggage Storage
Services and terms: Hotel Mac Gabhainns Backpacker Hostel
general
Wifi
Internet
Car park
Heating
Non-smoker Rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Smoking area
Pets not allowed
Reception services
Luggage storage
Safe
Activities
Aquatic Sports
Fishing
Billiards
Mountain sports
Horse riding
Cycling
Food and beverage
Packed lunches
BBQ facilities
Transportation
Bicycle hire
Common areas
Terrace
Television room
Library
Shared kitchen
Housekeeping service
Daily maid service
Location
24 Vicar Street, Kilkenny, Ireland
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