This hostel really isn't as bad as the reviews depicted it. It actually feels quite cosey. The rooms and toilets are very private and comfortable. It truly isn't the kind of hostel to meet fellow travelers. Maybe because Sligo isn't such a tourist attraction, especially for young people. The upside of the desolation is the quite and tranquility. The location is a bit of a walk but still quite close to the center of town. It is a cheap hostel and I would recommend it. It has two downsides. The first one is that breakfast is not included. The second one is the fact that check in is just from 14:00. We came a bit earlier and were quite stunned to find the place deserted. So not only is it impossible to check in, there is also no one to welcome you in before 14:00 and offer you at least luggage storage. Fairly uncomfortable when you travel from a distance and are depending on a bus or train schedules. There is even an airport here so i guess with flights the inconviency is even greater. I suppose you can call the manager once you get there and I assume help would be available but still it is inconvenient and if you are booking there you should be warned.

We stayed here for one night when passing through Sligo and after checking out the Riverhouse Hostel closer to town and seeing how awful it was, this was a much better option.

It is in an industrial area but still walking distance from town. There is a free car parking facility which is hard to find in Sligo and whilst the decor was dated and the room was slightly cramped, it was fine for what we needed. The room was clean (though the carpets could've done with a vacuum) and there were fresh towels for each guest. There are kitchen facilities and a 'free food' fridge which was good for a yoghurt in the morning on the way out. There was wireless and 20 mins free usage of the computer and whilst there wasn't alot going on in the hostel atmosphere wise it was totally fine for a quick stay.

The hostel, located a short walk from the town centre, was quiet and the price they offered was affordable. The staff were welcoming and friendly. I had to ring them twice as I lost my way and the receptionist was very helpful and patient. On arrival I got a free map, timetables and all the information I needed to plan my stay. My room was very pleasant and clean. I also enjoyed the atmosphere of the house, especially the big old fireplace in the lounge!

Entrance into hostel, rather confusing nobody answered the door for quite some time. proprietor not very professional wanted payment immediately with very vivid details of facilities, never explained on arrival check out time 10 am. Nobody permanently on reception, not considerate of lodgers needs, or queries.
Decor absolutely dreadful, very dated, carpet needs cleaning. Beds felt damp and ridiculous skylights which could not be opened..Location not suitable for a hostel really, its an Industrial Estate, extremely dangerous and rather secluded if walkin home at night. Was woken by proprietor in very rude manner, by opening bedroom door shouting check out time, inspite of the fact no time was mentioned on arrival. The hostel is ran in a very military style fashion, with no real consideration for guests. There is no proper form of security in the hostel as there never seems to be anyone on the reception desk, rather dangerous. Overall impression of stay was, once you paid for your stay, basically look after yourself and then get the hell out in the morning!

You would need to be desperate to stay in this place.....