My ItineraryErrigal Youth Hostel - County Donegal
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Address
Errigal, Co Donegal YHA
Errigal, Dunlewy
Gweedore
Co Donegal
Ireland (Republic of)
Tel. 00 353 749531180
errigalhostel@eircom.net
Customer Rating
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Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews Errigal, Co Donegal YHA
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12 May 2012 Diane, USA
All was very good, with one exception - when I arrived the staff didn't have record from HI of my reservation. Fortunately, they were pretty quiet during my stay, so there were plenty of rooms, and once I provided the confirmation number they were able to take care of things, but I thought it odd they didn't have my information.
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16 Apr 2012 Maryannick, Northern Ireland
a very pleasant week in a very good location, very well heated, comfortable and spacious room. very good facilities nearby and a walkers' paradise and also the surprise to have breakfast included. I certainly can recommend it.
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23 Mar 2012 Monica, France
very hard to find.
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28 Jul 2011 Peter, Denmark
One of the best ever. We will come back! Excellent loacation, excellent facilities, excelent staff!
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13 Jul 2011 Michael, Australia
Great location with good views good parking Very good facilities.
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29 Jun 2011 Judith, Australia
Excellent Hostel nestled at the bottom of Mt Errigal, staff very friendly and helpful well recommended even though beds too low to the ground and hard
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25 Jun 2011 Edgars, Latvia
In overall, very positive experience. I liked the hostel and the level of service. However, I had slightly better expectations towards the comfort in the room - the beds were in pretty bad condition. And we didn't like the smell in the bathroom and how it was arranged - after showering, you couldn't use toilet without wetting your feet, even in the next morning!...
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15 Jun 2011 Ruth, England & Wales
I like this hostel because it is remote and has a lovely view and the folk who run it are kindly people. The kitchen is well equipped and its the little extras that make a difference like complimentary tea, coffee, sugar, a continental breakfast and the friendly chat. Okay if alone or in a group and not too difficult without a car. A bus stops by garage next door at 8.15 for Letterkenny and returns at 6pm from Letterkenny to door. There are buses too at nearby Crolly and Bunbeg/Derrybeg and the folk with cars often share if going same way. Its convenient to Glenveagh Castle, well worth a visit and the coast. But best of all is the mountain view and the iceage rock to rear, and nearby amenities of heritage centre, boat trips, restaurant and post office and garage with shop (expensive) Spar in Derrybeg is cheapest option.
Hostel Overview
This 5 star Donegal Hostel is situated in a stunning corner of Ireland in County Donegal. The Youth Hostel lies at the foot of Donegal's highest mountain, Errigal and is on the Usher Way. The Poisoned Glen, Glenveagh Castle and National Park, adjacent to the hostel are centres for walking in Donegal. From here, visit the village beach resort of Bunbeg and Bloody Foreland.Errigal Youth Hostel features 4 large family bedrooms built in a mezzanine fashion suitable for 6 people per room. All twin bedrooms are en-suite (4 in total) with another 7 x 4 bedded rooms available all with their own bathroom outside of the room. Breath taking views overlooking the Poison Glen await your stay with views from the bedrooms and restaurant.
The hostel features all the usual characteristics of a top rated hostel including a restaurant, self catering kitchen, internet room, large common room with free tea and coffee all day and a cozy room for those who wish to relax and enjoy the tranquility. Energy saving devices such as wood burning stoves are also incorporated into the building.
If you are interested in hillwalking, hiking, or fishing you will be in your element in this stunning corner of Ireland. Our hostel manager Karl will give you a warm Irish welcome when you arrive at Errigal Hostel!
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Opening times
Map & Directions
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | Most of the buses here will pass through Gweedore. The closest these busses come to the hostel is as far as Dunlewey Cross, about a three mile walk. Cronan Mac Coches is a new service that now runs from Letterkenny to Carrickfin airport via Glenveagh national park. This service is the only one that runs right outside the hostel. If you have a heavy rucksack to carry, then this is the one to catch! Letterkenny/Glenveagh/Dunlewey(Outside Hostel) Cronan Mac Coaches run the only service to run right outside the hostel from Letterkenny. Please contact them directly for departure times, or phone the hostel for the latest times. Email Address: cronanmac@hotmail.com Phone 00353 (0) 74 9532772 Mobile: 087 237 8888 Fax 00353 (0) 74 9532772 Website Address http://www.aerbhus.com Dublin / Letterkenny to Gweedore John McGinley Coaches operate a daily service direct from Dublin via Letterkenny to Gweedore. Tel: (074) 91 35 201 Dublin to Letterkenny Bus Éireann operate several daily services from Dublin to Letterkenny. Tel: (01) 836 6111 / (074) 91 21 309 Derry / Letterkenny to Gweedore Lough Swilly Bus Company operates a daily service direct from Derry / Letterkenny to Gweedore. Tel: (074) 91 22 863 Glasgow / Belfast / Derry / Letterkenny to Gweedore John McGinley Coaches operate a regular service direct from Glasgow to Gweedore. Tel: (074) 97 35 201 Glasgow / Belfast / Derry / Letterkenny to Gweedore Feda O'Donnell Coaches operate a regular service direct from Glasgow to Gweedore. Tel: (074) 95 48 114 Belfast / Derry / Letterkenny to Gweedore O’Donnell Donegal Gaeltacht Tours operate a daily service direct from Belfast to Gweedore. This service includes Ferry Port, City and International Airport connections. Tel. (074) 95 48 356 Galway / Sligo / Letterkenny to Gweedore Feda O’Donnell Coaches operate a daily service direct from Galway via Sligo and Letterkenny to Gweedore. Tel. (074) 95 48 114 |
| Parking: | The Hostel provides free car parking for giests for both cars and coaches |
| Airport: | Donegal Airport www.donegalairport.ie Tel: 074-9548284 Sligo Airport www.sligoairport.com Tel: 071-9168280 Knock Airport www.knockairport.com Tel: 094-9367222 Derry Airport www.derryairport.co.uk Tel: 0044 28 7181 0784 |
Attractions & Facilities
Attractions
 | Historical sites nearby | | River/harbour/lake nearby |
| Hiking area | | Forested/wooded area |
| Restaurants nearby | | Shopping centre/market nearby |
| Leisure facilities nearby | | Mountainous/hilly area |
| Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Errigal, Co Donegal YHA |
Facilities
 | Discounts and concessions available |  | Family rooms available |
 | Suitable for wheelchair users |  | TV room |
 | Self-catering kitchen |  | Groups welcome |
 | Common room(s) |  | Sheets in price |
 | Laundry facilities |  | Internet access |
 | Credit card accepted |  | Meals available |
 | Individual traveller welcome |  | Lockers available |
 | Basic store available at or near the hostel |  | Green Hostel |
 | Rates include local tax |