Hostels in Ireland

Beach Haven Hostel is the newest franchise hostel to join the An Óige chain. Beach Haven Hostel is a unique and inviting family run hostel close to everything in Tramore and Waterford City.

Beach Haven is situated right in the heart of it all just steps from Tramore beach and amusements. The house has just been completely re modeled and tastefully redecorated inside and out with attention to detail and your comfort in mind.

Tramore has a special emphasis on family holidays with loads of local attractions and things to do for everyone.

This rural Galway youth hostel is in the most beautiful area in the heart of Connemara! In front of the Ben Lettery hostel is a long lake and behind it are the stunning Twelve Bens Mountains, ideal for hill walking and cycling. This area of Ireland is magical and is renowned for its beauty. A visit here will never be forgotten!

Nearby are the villages Clifden (13km) and Recess (8km/ shop, pub and petrol station only). But also the pretty village of Roundstone (14km) situated on the Atlantic ocean. Inisboffin, the island of legend and folklore, can be visited from nearby Cleggan. Also a good base to visit the Aran Islands (45 min. from Rossaveal where the ferry operates).

"The scenery around the hostel is stunning. We had a memorable trip to Galway". James, USA May 2006

The fantastic Kerry hostel is located 8 miles from the small Beaufort village and perfectly situated for many off the beaten track activities. This corner of Ireland is truly breathtaking. It is located on the Kerry Way and the Macgillycuddy Reeks and Carrauntoohill are both accessible from the hostel. The Macgillycuddy Reeks are the highest mountains in Ireland.

Its stunning location makes this hostel ideal for any visitors looking to discover the natural beauty of Ireland. Horse riding is available at the nearby Gap of Dunloe and boating in the Upper Lakes of Killarney.

"I have been going here for 40 years and still haven't found anywhere as nice. Great people, beautiful place." M.Keogh, April 2006

The Donegal youth hostel is idyllically located at the foothills of the magnificent Bluestack Mountains in Drimarone, approximately 5 miles from the popular tourist destination Donegal Town.

The area is a haven for avid hill walkers and visitors alike. The nearest towns to the centre are Frosses village which is 3 miles from the Centre and Mountcharles, located 4 miles from the Centre.

"I stayed in the hostel in February '06 for a few nights. The rooms were excellent and the kitchen was perfect. Beautiful area for hill walking. A lovely pint in O'Neils also. Hope to be back next year." Hostelz.com Review, Declan, October 2006

The Cape Clear Hostel is stunningly situated in the south harbour and is within a few steps of the pebble beach and the sea. The view from all of the rooms is breathtaking.  Awaken in the morning, after a great night’s sleep, to the sound of the lapping waves with the freshest of air to breathe and, if you are very lucky, your stay might just coincide with the annual arrival of Basking Sharks to the waters directly outside the bedroom windows.  

The south harbour is the tranquil heart of Cape Clear and is an ideal base for those who hanker after peace & quiet and nature in the raw, but if you prefer a bit of hustle & bustle then the first of three pubs is just a five minutes walk away. A little further on and you arrive in the north harbour, the lively centre of Cape, with its local shop, café & restaurant, tourist information centre, two pubs, sandy beach and swimming for younger children.  If you are looking for a wonderful and truly unique Irish experience, make sure to pay the Cape Clear Hostel a visit. 

The beautiful island of Cape Clear, Ireland's southernmost inhabited island, is three miles long by a mile wide, and lies just eight miles off the coast of West Cork.  Every year, at varying times, the seas around Cape are visited in large numbers by Minke Whales, Finback Whales, Humpback Whales, Dolphins, Porpoises, Sun Fish, Seals, & Basking Sharks.  Scheduled and chartered Whale & Dolphin Watching trips are available and pre-booking is a must.

For two great reviews on Tripadvisor please click here!

Read a great review of Cape Clear Island from the YHA Backpacker Essentials Ezine.

"Cashel and Dublin turned out to be good places to buy souvenirs and the Trinity College's library is amazing, but it was not Cape Clear...We have to say "thank you so much for your warm welcome and the great time we were allowed to have on the island" again." 2 guests that stayed in the hostel in Summer 2008

"Cape Clear is the best kept secret in all of Eire". TripAdvisor.com Review, August 2005

"Cape Clear has two harbours, a lake, pubs, craft shop, Museum and above all breathtaking scenery. It hosts a Story Telling Festival, Summer Language and Writing schools, Regattas. Its a tiny paradise!" TripAdvisor.com Review, September 2005

Cedar Lodge is a purpose built accommodation centre for groups situated on the beautiful grounds of Avondale House & Forest Park in Rathdrum in Co. Wicklow.

The park has much to offer the visitor whether their interested in our national history , the development of forestry in Ireland or the extensive collection of trees and shrubs from around the globe. It is also a great place to visit just to enjoy the unique beauty of one of Wicklow's outstanding parks and forest gardens.