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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. It was really comfortable and Dee was helpful. It felt like home.

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9
Superb
109 reviews
Price from
US$53
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. The owner was very friendly and informative.

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9
Superb
244 reviews
Price from
US$104
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. She was very accommodating to our late check in and let us take our time the next day.

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9.7
Exceptional
365 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Set in Cork, 1.4 km from University College Cork, Direct Travel Stays offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is located 2.9 km from Cork Custom House, 3 km from Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral and 3.1 km from Cork City Hall. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel, every room includes a wardrobe. The shared bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Beautiful spot. Very clean , lovely people running it. Everything you need was catered for and more. Would highly recommend this hidden gem , and value for money in comparison to everywhere else in the city.

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9.3
Superb
11 reviews
Price from
US$101
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 Location was right near the water and lots of shops and places to eat! Super cute, very clean.

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8.7
Fabulous
2,917 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

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. Very homely. Great facilities. Comfy beds and I like the way they are made - feels like you’re in a cubby. Great breakfast and friendly staff.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,376 reviews
Price from
US$33
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. The location is superb. Right by the station when you arrive and as you step out the door you are right in the centre and can start walking tours, pub tours or shopping straight away. Would highly recommend!

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9
Superb
1,454 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. Friendly staff, nice location, close to the Cliffs, charming hostel

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8.4
Very good
1,404 reviews
Price from
US$40
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. The friendliness of the staff, the rooms which were neat and clean, the bathrooms which were deep-clean as well, the facilities and the services of the hostel were outstanding. The breakfast was great as well.

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8.8
Fabulous
3,847 reviews
Price from
US$49
per night

This comfortable, modern hostel is set in the centre of Galway, just 100 metres from Eyre Square. The Dawson Galway City offers a free Wi-Fi zone and a large outdoor terrace.

The Dawson Galway has a 24-hour reception and offers currency exchange and a large luggage room with lockers to store all belongings. Booked very last minute and the place was amazing. Supplied breakfast which was everything you needed. The location was perfect being close to the main street plus with parking available nearby (we just parked over night, so you do need to pay during the day)

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8
Very good
2,728 reviews
Price from
US$27
per night

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