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Housed in an 18th century mansion – Killarney International Hostel is a very impressive one indeed! Set on 75 acres of gardens and forest overlooking the mountains surrounding Killarney National Park in Co. Kerry, this hostel is very popular with both Irish and overseas visitors who return time and again to enjoy the tranquil environment and enjoy socialising with our friendly staff and other guests!
For those who don’t know, Killarney is Ireland's premiere tourist destination and a great base with access to all of the stunning South West of Ireland. Be warned though – many people have been so inspired and enchanted by the beauty of the scenery and laid-back, cheerful nature of the locals that they end up wanting to move out here for good!
With spectacular views over the mountains and lakes of Killarney, Killarney International Hostel is fully equipped with modern facilities whilst maintaining the charm and character of an historic building in peaceful surroundings. Killarney town itself is a lively hub of activity, with many restaurants, pubs, discos, along with outlets for renting bikes, cars and the famous jaunting cars (horse and cart)! If you prefer to rely on motorised vehicles instead of horses, the hostel is a great base to use to drive the Ring of Kerry, Beara Peninsula and Dingle Peninsula.
Killarney town is in a deep valley in the MacGillicuddy Reeks, beside the Lakes of Killarney and part of the Killarney National Park and is the start and finish of the famous walk – The Kerry Way. One of the jewels in Ireland’s crown, Killarney in the “Kingdom of Kerry” is a must-see part of Ireland and Killarney International Hostel is the grandest and best hostel to stay in to see it!
OPENING DATES: 1 March – 31 October
Outside of these dates the hostel is only open for groups of ten persons or more.
OPENING TIMES: 7:30am – 11:30pm in High Season & 8am – 10pm in Low Season
CHECK- IN: Anytime after 8am and before 9pm
Manager John Claffey will be happy to welcome you to his hostel!
ADDRESS: Aghadoe House, Ring of Kerry Road, Fossa, Killarney, County Kerry
FOR BOOKINGS: +353 (0)1 830 4555
or EMAIL: info@anoige.ie
HOSTEL PHONE: +353 (0)64 6631240
HOSTEL FAX: +353 (0)64 6634300
We’re sure you can navigate around yourself – but here’s a helping hand with plenty of travel choices available!
GPS Details
Decimal: Latitude 52.070278 North Longitude 9.576944 West
Minutes & Hours: Latitude 52° 04’ 13” North Longitude 9° 34’ 37” West
Road/Car/Coach: Killarney International Hostel is at the junction of the Dingle and "Ring of Kerry" roads about 5km (3 miles) from the town centre.
Tralee Road to Killarney International Youth Hostel
• Take the Ring of Kerry Road, heading in the direction of Killorglin (N22)
• Follow this road until you see the Golden Nugget Pub(large orange pub) in Fossa Village and take the right turn at this pub, onto the Dingle Road
• The Killarney Hostel is about 200 metres up this road on the left hand side. There is a long driveway up to the hostel so continue driving until you come to the car park and building.
Public Bus: There are countrywide services to Killarney during summer and bus services to Killarney all year around from major towns. For details on bus timetables and schedules see the Bus Eireann website.
From Killarney to the hostel: There’s a local bus - the Killorglin bus - that leaves from Killarney. Get out at the Fossa Cross stop and from there it’s only a 5 minute walk to Killarney Hostel.
Rail: The closest train station is Killarney which is only 5km (3 miles) from the hostel. From here you can take the local bus, as above. Use Irish Rail information to find schedules of trains to Killarney.
Air: The nearest airport is Kerry Airport which is 18km (11 miles) from the hostel. You can either take the airport bus service to Killarney or hire a car and follow directions as above.
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Killarney International Hostel is very popular with school groups, couples and families. On arrival at Killarney International Hostel a warm welcome awaits you from the friendly and knowledgeable staff who can advise you on all trips and activities available either locally and nationally. Free information and maps are available for cyclists, walkers and motorists keen to explore the Kingdom of Kerry.
The Killarney International Hostel now has WiFi available for a small charge.
Located beside the Killarney Hostel mansion is "The Lodge" which sleeps 40 people. The Lodge is ideal for groups when you want the place to yourself!!
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner can be provided for groups of 10 or more with advance booking. There is a large self-catering kitchen for all guests.
YES – We have FREE Parking
YES – We have Self Catering
YES – We have Family Rooms
YES – We have Wheelchair Access
YES – We have a Laundry room and Drying Room
YES – We have WiFi
We have our own forest on our land too!! Feel free to take a wander around at your own risk though!!
Killarney International YHA Hostel offers group and individual tours of the Ring of Kerry and the Gap of Dunloe, starting from the hostel. In addition the Killarney Hostel appeals to all sorts of guests as locally it offers bicycle hire, boat trips on the lakes, horse riding in the park, canoeing, as well as outdoor adventure activities so your days will be action-packed!
Visit the National Park (right next to the hostel!), Ross Castle, Muckross House, Muckross Abbey, Torc Waterfall, Ladies’ View, Gap of Dunloe. You can also go Mountain Climbing, Kayaking or Canoeing most of which can be arranged in Hostel.
Add to this the famous Ring of Kerry, Dingle Peninsula, Beara Peninsula, and local Tours arranged walking in the National Park and some golf courses and you’ll have to keep coming back to visit to ensure you got to do and see everything!
Use your An Óige/Hostelling International Membership card to receive discounts in the following attractions in the area:
1. Muckross House, Gardens, & Traditional Farms
Within Killarney National Park is Muckross House - a magnificent Victorian mansion and one of Ireland’s leading stately homes. The elegantly furnished rooms portray the lifestyles of the landed gentry, while downstairs in the basement one can experience the working conditions of the servants employed in the House.
The Gardens at Muckross House are renowned world-wide for their beauty. Muckross House is also home to a number of skilled craft workers who can be viewed using traditional skills in the crafts of weaving, bookbinding and pottery in the adjacent walled garden centre.
This is the ancestral home of Daniel O'Connell - yes, he whom the famous O’Connell Street in Dublin is named after! This lawyer, politician and statesman was known as “The Liberator” or “The Emancipator” and a key figure in Irish history. Situated on 120 hectares of parklands on the scenic Kerry coast, the House displays many relics of O'Connell’s life and career. It’s located 3.5km (approx 2 miles) from Caherdaniel (off N70 - "Ring of Kerry").
3. Ionad an Bhlascaoid Mhoir - The Blasket Centre
Located on the tip of the Dingle Peninsula, this centre celebrates the story of the Blasket Islanders, the unique literary achievements of the island writers and their native language, culture and tradition.
4. Ross Castle – beautiful castle where you can also take boat trips on the Lakes or walk the Mining Trail dating back 4,000 years
Tours of the Gap of Dunloe are also very popular with visitors to the area.The Gap of Dunloe is a magnificent defile running four miles between the McGillycuddy Reeks and the Purple mountain group. At the entrance to the gap is the famous Kate Kearney’s cottage, named after Kate Kearney, a local legend who (allegedly!) died in childbirth at the age of 102! Travel through the gap either on foot, horseback or in a trap (horse and cart). We recommend Dunloe Gap Tours - Starting at O'Connor's Pub this tour takes in the magnificent Gap of Dunloe and Lakes of Killarney. Starting in a vintage coach and ending up with a lake boat ride while enchanted by the stories and folklore of the boatmen – this is an adventure tour to be enjoyed by for all ages. Ask in the Hostel about these tours to get the special rate.
You can also opt for the Ring of Kerry Tour Take a scenic bus tour around the famous Ring of Kerry on the Iveragh Peninsula. The bus picks up and drops off right at the Hostel.
An essential part of any visit to Ireland, this tour circles the magnificent Iveragh peninsula – runs through its many passes and valleys along the shore of Dingle Bay and Kenmare Bay.
There is an unspoilt quality to Ireland’s most beautiful region and the Ring of Kerry provides many unforgettable memories as it passes through the many picturesque villages such as Glenbeigh, Waterville and Sneem and returns via Ladies View, the famous Lakes of Killarney and through the Oakwoods of Killarney’s magnificent National Park.
The tour leaves our Hostel 10:30 every day during the season and returns at approximately 17:00 hrs.
Dingle & Slea Head Tours
The Dingle Peninsula has the most rugged Atlantic coastline in Kerry and is scattered with forts and pre-historic huts such as the Gallarus Oratory. Much of Irish heritage is maintained in this Irish (Gaelic) speaking region including traditional music and art forms. Considered by many to have some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery, the peninsula also supports both a rare and unique assortment of flora and fauna.
Slea Head is the most westerly point in Europe and standing there, looking towards America, instills a feeling of excitement and empathy with the millions of emigrants who took this route. There are splendid views around Slea Head, especially of the Blasket Islands.
The bus leaves our hostel at 10:30 every day during the summer season and returns at approximately 17:00 hrs.
Also, if you’re interested in birds of prey – you can now do a “Hawk Walk” – just ask at the hostel for details!
Got a group and want to organise some outdoor adventure activities for everyone? Well, EcoAdventure Ireland have another branch in their popular chain of adventure centres at our Killarney Hostel in Kerry and offer the best rates around for group adventure activities!
Activities include: pony trekking, paintball shooting gallery, mountain biking, trail riding, archery, team tasks, survival training, target shooting, low ropes and much more! Visit www.ecoadventureireland.ie for further details and to book in for our overnight rates!
Hiking/Walking: This is the place to come for some fantastic views and walks! The Kerry Way is one of Ireland's longest signposted walking trails (200km+ or 124+ miles) and also one of the most popular. The trail starts and finishes in the busy tourist destination of Killarney. It loops around the Iveragh Peninsula and goes anti-clockwise, passing through some of the most isolated and dramatic countryside in the country.
Ask when you’re booking about our FREE guides – An Óige volunteers are sometimes available to lead a small group on a hike but they need to be booked well in advance as they’re very popular!
With our sister hostel Black Valley Hostel situated 15km away in the Black Valley it makes a good alternative start to the Kerry Way walking through the Gap of Dunloe between the two hostels. In addition, walking this stretch avoids repeating the section between Killarney and Galway's Bridge at the official start and end of the trail.
Hill-walkers staying an extra day in Killarney may wish to climb Carrauntoohil – (1,039m and Ireland’s highest mountain) or Purple Mountain (832m). These mountains do not have sign-posted trails, so good navigational skills are essential to tackle these summits – remember - ask when you’re booking about our free guides – An Óige volunteers are sometimes available to lead a small group on a hike!
Horse Riding: You can hire horses and riding equipment and make your own way through the famous Gap of Dunloe – a great experience! Ask at reception for special offers at Killarney Riding Stables which does daily treks out through Killarney National Park for 1, 2 or 3 hours – depending on your stamina!
Fishing/Boating/Water Sports: You can hire fishing equipment and boats at the Upper Lakes of Killarney. You can also take boat trips on the lakes and kayaking and canoeing is also possible.
Bike Hire: Ask at the hostel – variety of bikes available – this is terrific country to go cycling in and if you prefer two wheels to two legs (or four legs!), cycling around and through the Gap of Dunloe is also an experience to be enjoyed!
Nightlife and Eating out:
Molly Darcy's on Muckross Road is the place to go for terrific “pub grub” – try their seafood chowder!
Beaufort Bar and Restaurant
Beaufort, Killarney, Co. Kerry Tel: +353 (0) 64 44032
This immaculate establishment near the Gap of Dunloe is a pleasure to visit. The pride taken by the family in running this fine pub is obvious. Children are welcome.
Kate Kearney’s Cottage (at the Gap of Dunloe)
The Bar and Craft Shops are open 7 days a week from 10am each day. They serve bar food daily from 12noon until 8pm.
Our restaurant is open for dinner, Sunday lunches and group bookings.
Don’t miss their Traditional Irish Nights with dinner (CIE Awarded two years running!), and includes traditional music, dancing and plenty of craic (Irish for “fun”!!).
As with all accommodation, prices vary depending on the season.
Please note: the prices below are indicative of the price range for the hostel – use our booking engine to get an exact price for your booking – book online through An Óige and you pay NO booking fee!
Keep an eye out for our packages and special offers which can save you €€€s and also, if you are a group of 10+ we also give group discounts where possible.
Lastly if you are a member of An Óige/Hostelling International, you will get a 10% discount on accomodation costs at our hostels per person, per night (see the Ts & Cs for that!). Make sure your membership card is up to date or order a new one now!
*Price for the hostel includes sheet hire. All rooms are standard*
• All dorms (6+) for U 18’s from €13.50 up to €18.00 per person per night
• 8+ bed dorms (O18) from €15.50 up to €20.00 per person per night
• 6 bed room (O18) from €16.50 up to €21.00 per person per night
• 4 bed room from €70.00 up to €100.00 per room per night
• 2 bed room €40.00 up to €54.00 per room per night
• Continental Breakfast @ €5.00 pp (fruit, cereal, juice, bread/rolls & tea/coffee)
• Full Irish Breakfast @ €8.00 pp
• Packed lunch @ €7.00 pp
• Budget 1 course Dinner from €8.00 pp (burger/chips or chicken nuggets/lasagna/chips or pasta dish & squash)
• Premium dinner @ €15.50 pp (3 course- starter, main course, dessert, tea/coffee for adults or mineral for children)
Meals available for groups only.
Want to rent the Whole Hostel…?
You can rent out the whole hostel (137 beds!) for special occasions (reunions, parties, even weddings!) or if you just want the run of the place! See below for the room breakdown. Also, if you prefer, you could just rent out “The Lodge” which can sleep 40 people and may be more suitable for your group size and budget!
Please contact groups@anoige.ie with any enquiries about Killarney Hostel rent-a-hostel with further discounts when booking 3 nights or more.
Hostel Room Details
|
Room Type |
Quantity |
|
Single room |
3 |
|
Double / Twin room |
3 |
|
4 bed room |
15 |
|
6 bed dorm |
5 |
|
8 bed dorm |
3 |
|
10 bed dorm |
1 |
|
Total Number Beds |
137 |
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