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Located in Killarney and with St Mary's Cathedral reachable within 200 metres, The Black Sheep Hostel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features a tour desk and luggage storage space for guests. Dogs were super cute, homemade bread, chickens in the back. Good vibes

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9
Superb
1,381 reviews
Price from
US$37
per night

Situated in Sligo, within 500 metres of Sligo Abbey and 800 metres of Yeats Memorial Building, Éalú Lodge features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. All rooms boast a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.1 km from Cathedral of Immaculate Conception.

At the hostel, the rooms include a wardrobe. Clean. Comfortable. Off street parking. Great common area facilities. Host William’s local knowledge a great help in planning the rest of our trip.

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9
Superb
220 reviews
Price from
US$123
per night

Situated in Belmullet, 37 km from Ballycroy National Park, Kilcommon Lodge Holiday Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is set 38 km from Doonamona Castle, 38 km from Ionad Deirbhile Heritage Centre and 49 km from Church of Ireland Cathedral. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Everything.The entire place was beautiful,people were lovely and Betty was absolutely great!

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9.7
Exceptional
375 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Located in Glengarriff and with Hungry Hill reachable within 26 km, Glengarriff Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is around 26 km from Healy Pass, 28 km from Kenmare Golf Club and 34 km from Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club. The hostel features family rooms. Everything! One of the best hostels ever...Dee, the manager is exceptional. Clean, kitchen was incredibly well equipped & spacious. Also a very nice common room. Glengarrif is small, friendly & close to Garnish island and amazing hiking. It's a great base for exploring Bear peninsula and Bantry. Great music in the pubs.

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9
Superb
95 reviews
Price from
US$54
per night

Errigal Hostel, uniquely positioned in Dunlewey at the foot of Errigal mountain in the Gaeltacht, with Glenveagh National Park on one side and the Wild Atlantic Way beaches on the other side.

Errigal Hostel is the perfect base for hikers, cyclists, photographers, nature lovers and beach goers alike to explore one of Ireland’s most scenic regions. With a large selection of local amenities and activities that include hikes, guided walks, kayaking tours, local bike drop off service and Ionad Cois Locha heritage centre. It was best place to live.. great 👍I strongly recommend everyone this place..it's just behind the erigon mountain..

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9.4
Superb
29 reviews
Price from
US$43
per night

The Nest Boutique Hostel offers a majority of double and twin ensuite rooms which have comfy beds, soft linen, power showers, fridges and contemporary Irish art work. Family bedrooms and dormitories are also available Probably the nicest hostel I have stayed at anywhere. Kitchen is like a commercial one, and is immaculate. Lovely covered outdoor areas to sit in...this is a hostel where I actually felt like I wanted hang out, and not just a bed for the night! The staff were all friendly, helpful and professional.

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8.7
Fabulous
2,940 reviews
Price from
US$44
per night

Located next to Galway Railway and Bus Station, Galway City Hostel - Solo Traveller Hostel overlooks Eyre Square. With free WiFi, printing, and luggage storage, the hostel also offers continental breakfast and a shared lounge. The reception staff can arrange tours to the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and the Aran Islands. Everything was amazing. It's close to everything, the staff is nice, easy to meet people, it truly felt like a home away from home.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,470 reviews
Price from
US$49
per night

Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, the Aille River Tourist Hostel and Campsite Doolin is a tourist accommodation that offers a mixture of original features and modern comforts such as free fibre-optic Wi-Fi.

The Aille River Tourist Hostel and Campsite Doolin has a range of private rooms for couples, family rooms and dorm rooms. Great staff and perfect location.

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8.4
Very good
1,399 reviews
Price from
US$41
per night

WINNER: Best Hostel in Ireland 2025

Guests can choose from a range of private rooms and shared dorms, all designed for comfort and convenience. The hostel offers a spacious common area with a pool table and TV, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, and a bright dining room. Location in the city centre. The interior looks amazing. Free breakfast. Receptionist Pam was amazing-very kind and helpful.

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8.8
Fabulous
3,805 reviews
Price from
US$49
per night

Guest facilities include a common room with a pool table and TV, an outside garden with table tennis, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen and a dining room. Also included is high-speed WiFi, free luggage storage, free printing and free city maps are all provided to guests. No on-site parking. There is discounted parking a 2 minute walk from the hostel called "City Park" car park just across the road from the coach station. Please note the car park has a restriction of 1.9 meter max vehicle height. Excellent comprehensive breakfast with dairy alternatives and several non caffeine teas. With the name Snoozles, I expected party central, which it definitely was not. Families and all ages there.

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8.6
Fabulous
2,069 reviews
Price from
US$49
per night

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