Title: MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel History and convenience merge in Kilkenny's city center, where travelers can relax in a peaceful garden or stroll to the magnificent castle nearby. ## Photo gallery for MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel ![Front of property - MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel (Kilkenny)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30060000/30054000/30053914/082b42a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, free WiFi - MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel (Kilkenny)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30060000/30054000/30053914/cdcd5804.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, free WiFi - MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel (Kilkenny)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30060000/30054000/30053914/bb378f17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel (Kilkenny)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30060000/30054000/30053914/0e577bf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living room - MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel (Kilkenny)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30060000/30054000/30053914/74ec9bc6.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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In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Self parking (surcharge), barbecue grills, and an elevator - Luggage storage and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## 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 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 ### 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 rating 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? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel? ### What time is check-out at MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel? ### Where is MacGabhainn's Backpacker Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## 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.ca/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 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Danny Nov 5, 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 May 5, 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 Nov 11, 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 Nov 5, 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 Port Canaveral](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Canaveral-Cape-Canaveral-Hotels.0-n6127851-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels.d178315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Ski Bromont](https://www.expedia.ca/Ski-Bromont-Hotels.0-l6089313-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Slave Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Slave-Lake-Hotels.d10626.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Mandalay Bay Resort And Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Mandalay-Bay-Resort-And-Casino.h203613.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Eugene](https://www.expedia.ca/Eugene-Hotels.d602875.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Andante Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Barcelona-Hotels-Andante-Hotel.h4868126.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Casino Mont Tremblant](https://www.expedia.ca/Casino-Mont-Tremblant-Hotels.0-l6168164-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Rocky Mountain Springs Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Radium-Hot-Springs-Hotels-Rocky-Mountain-Springs-Lodge.h6419623.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Honolulu (HNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/hnl/vancouver-to-honolulu) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Inverness (INV)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/inv/ottawa-to-inverness) > > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yeg/vancouver-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Jamaica (JFK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/jfk/calgary-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Pasco (PSC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/psc/calgary-to-pasco) > > [Flights from Lisbon (LIS) to Ghobeiry (BEY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lis/bey/lisbon-to-beirut) > > [Flights from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/amd/yeg/ahmedabad-to-edmonton) > > [Lufthansa](https://www.expedia.ca/Lufthansa-Flights.cLH.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Seeduwa - Katunayake (CMB) to Ottawa (YOW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cmb/yow/colombo-to-ottawa) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/las/halifax-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Mestre (VCE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/vce/toronto-to-venice) > > [Flights from Woodstock](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/7939/flights-from-woodstock) > > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Dawson Creek (YDQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ydq/vancouver-to-dawson-creek) ### Cars ### Activities ### Packages > [Curaçao Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Curacao.d6143269.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Jambiani Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Jambiani-Beach-Jambiani.d6120028.Vacation-Attraction)