Never saw such a great hostel as the Rainbow Hostel! Everything is perfect, the nice and cosy lounge with the relaxing sofa's and chairs, the huge and tidy kitchen, the location just besides my favourite pub McDermotts and, last but not least, the very friendly owners. The only negative thing I can think of, is the absence of a good... More

Five women taking a weekend trip to Doolin for Womens Christmas and we stayed at Rainbow Hostel. It is a fantastic hostel, great facilities, fab kitchen, and the toastiest fireside in the west. Mattie and Carmel are very warm and welcoming, extremely friendly and helpful, plus the fresh baked scones in the morning were delicious, an added bonus! Mattie and... More

We have stayed here many times on one of our fact finding missions to the west coast. We are always welcome by Mattie and Carmel and feel at home beside the always warm stove and music. We would recommend to any tourist looking for adventure on the west coast. you can even hire a bike and get expert advice from... More

We were made extremely welcome at what is surely one of Ireland's best hostels. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the living room is warm and atmpospheric. Our large group thoroughly enjoyed our walk in the Burren with Mattie which was very informative even for those of us who have visited the amazing Burren many times. All in all... More

Six friends from work stayed here for one night as we were passing through Ireland. The place was cozy and the staff were great. With the smell of a peat moss fire in the air, the person who checked us in after a long day of travel also invited us to a slideshow before dinner. Doolin is very quaint and... More

This hostel was brillant, everything was clean and home like and the price was very good. The set-up in the kitchen is very good with 2 fridges and cookers so there are no queues for cooking. The scones in the morning were lovely and the owners were very helpful and obliging. There are multiple clothes lines out the back if... More

This was our first experience of staying in a hostel and we loved it. The Rainbow is a 'home from home' in a lovely location. It is full of character, with a cosy, warm sitting room and a large, clean, well equipped kitchen. We had a private double room with a warm, comfortable bed and a good shower. Mattie and... More

great location, bus stop just outside. clean, friendly and very good value. can not fault it More

Family run hostel in the centre of Doolin village, I stay in for work reasons on and off and it is always perfect. Mattie and Carmel were very welcoming towards me. Rooms are clean, Kitchen/eating area is the best I've seen in a hostel, even supply light food. There is a common area where people can relax/hang out. Plenty to... More