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Kilronan Hostel – reviews, photos

Kilronan Village, Province of Connaught, Ireland
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Nenagh, Ireland
1 review
“We loved it and are going back this weekend - 10 months later”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 June 2011

Myself and 2 friends, with our 8 combined offspring of mostly teenage sons, spent a fabulous 2 nights at Kilronan Hostel last summer. So much so that we had to promise the kids that we'd come back again, and we're heading off this weekend - 25th June 2011, but for an extended 3 night stay this time.
After an initial mix-up with the rooms over the phone, Dave and all the staff were most charming and helpful - Dave even came to our rescue when we were going to be charged for losing one of the 11 bikes we had hired (it wasn't lost, but we had returned the bikes in dribs and drabs and the owner had got confused!).
None of us had stayed at a hostel in over 20 years, so weren't sure what to expect. The very reasonable rate included breakfast, so when we got up the first morning, we could almost smell the sizzling bacon and sausages.......imagine our surprise when we realized it was help yourself to tea and toast in the kitchen!!! But this was our mistake, and we soon got into the swing of hostel life, and absolutely loved it.
A few days after our return my son realized he had left his small MP3 player under the mattress of the bed he was using. I rang about it but wasn't hopeful....... but it was still there and sent back to me that same day.
Overall a lovely place to spend a few days - clean, bright, friendly, great vibe, Dave is a great host, made us feel really at home. We're all really looking forward to going back.

  • Stayed August 2010, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Limerick, Ireland
1 review
“Girls Weekend Away”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2011

Four of us stayed here from Friday to Sunday. We got a friendly welcome from everyone in the area! Our room was 'cozy' but perfect for a weekend away. We had our own bathroom which was clean. The location was ideal, right next to a pub, across from Supermac's, around the corner from Spar and above the bike rental shop! There is a large kitchen/dining area with every facility for tea, coffee, breakfast, cooking facilities including milk, bread, salt pepper etc. A sitting room with plasma tv, sky digital, internet and loads of up to date dvds and books!
I highly recommend this hostel for a cheap and cheerful get away with a group of friends!

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Ireland
1 review
“Fantastic weekend in a great location, already planning our next visit.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2011

Just home from an amazing weekend on Inis Mór. Kilronan hostel is the ideal place to stay. It's central to pubs, shops & restaurants. Only a few minutes walk from the pier and the beach is virtually on your doorstep. Dave the owner couldnt have been more hospitable. The dorm rooms were comfy & clean. The kitchen was well equipped & spotless. The local people were welcoming and friendly. The scenery is breath taking. Overall a fantastic experience.

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Like staying at a friend's house”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2011
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Dave and his staff were all very friendly and knowledgable about what to see/do and how to get there. The vibe of the place was the same you get when you crash at a friend's house for a night. The rooms were comfortable and the location was convenient to the ferry. If your traveling to Ireland, then you should see the Arans an there is no need to stay at a hotel or b & b when you could stay here.

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Jason, Delaware, USA

  • Stayed January 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Galway, Ireland
1 review
“I wish I could stay for a month.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2010

Kilronan Hostel is a perfect place for anyone looking for a good, clean place to stay and also a fun, down-to-earth atmosphere. The owner, Dave, is really cool and personable and knows a lot about what to do and how to have a good time on the island. My first stay here I ended up staying three extra days, biking around and hanging out with the staff. Now I'm back again. They have free high speed wifi and internet, the place is clean, showers are hot, breakfast is plentiful -- rooms are small but clean and the beds are comfortable. And the island itself is really, really beautiful, rain or shine.

  • Stayed November 2010, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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