Otter Hostel Connemara

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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Great location!

8.9

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Otter Hostel Connemara in Galway offers a welcoming hostel experience with a garden and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the lounge or outdoor seating area, enjoy the picnic area, and utilize the shared kitchen and laundry service. Convenient Facilities: The property provides free on-site private parking, bike hire, and an outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a buffet breakfast with juice and fruits, ensuring a pleasant start to the day. Local Attractions: Located 64 mi from Ireland West Knock Airport, the hostel is close to Kylemore Abbey (6.8 mi), Alcock & Brown Memorial (21 mi), and Ashford Castle (26 mi). Other nearby attractions include Clew Bay Heritage Center and Ashford Castle Golf Club.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
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4 bunk beds
6 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Liam
Ireland Ireland
“Breakfast, bedrooms, staff, people that this place attracts, very organised place overall”
Caroline
Ireland Ireland
“Breakfast was very good and enjoyable with the great view of the lake. The check in was easy despite it being outside of the regular check in hours. The location was great and very scenic.”
Anke
Ireland Ireland
“The staff were friendly, the location fantastic. Lovely common rooms and a good kitchen and dining area. The room was clean and warm.”
Josephine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The breakfast was fine although the toaster needs renewing didn't brown the toast and the fridge wasn't cold enough my milk went off. Very quiet surroundings.”
Isabelle
Denmark Denmark
“Honestly best Hostel I have stayed in so far. Beautiful location, clean, nice staff, cozy common rooms as in plural!”
Jennifer
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location for exploring Connemara, comfy bed, good basic breakfast included”
Sara
Italy Italy
“Very nice location! Common area very warm and welcolming but less the family room which was very basic and not really warm.private bathroom essential, very small sink and no tent or glass separate the shower.”
Suzie
Ireland Ireland
“Awesome location, lovely clean well appointed dorms. Great kitchen facilities and common dining area. Top rate breakfast with options for those with gluten and dairy allergies.”
Tom
Ireland Ireland
“The big Dining room, with seating outside, the breakfast with Orange, apple,and cranberry juice, lovely cereals, with coffee and tea, and eggs available if you want them, there was a slot of wood work in the window sills, and Tablets, big sitting...”
Amanda
Ireland Ireland
“Comfortable room. Good facilities for cooking meals, fully equipped. Stunning surroundings. Lounge area with great views and with books and games that could be borrowed. Very family friendly.”

Area info

House rules

Otter Hostel Connemara takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Otter Hostel Connemara of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.