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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 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Liam
Ireland
“Breakfast, bedrooms, staff, people that this place attracts, very organised place overall” - Caroline
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.” - Josephine
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
“Honestly best Hostel I have stayed in so far. Beautiful location, clean, nice staff, cozy common rooms as in plural!” - Jennifer
United Kingdom
“Great location for exploring Connemara, comfy bed, good basic breakfast included” - Sara
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
“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
“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
“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.” - Klara
Ireland
“It’s incredibly beautiful here: misty Mountain View, chickens around, waterside access, beautiful clean and freshly done rooms that smell like sauna fragrance. 2 fireplaces ready to be turned on and Invite you for a cosy quiet night on the couches...”
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House rules
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.
The fine print
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.