Top Hotels in Ireland’s Ancient East Hostels hotel
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Ireland’s Ancient East Hostels hotel | Places to Stay in Ireland’s Ancient East
Discover the best Hostels hotel in Ireland’s Ancient East including An Stor Midleton Townhouse, Kilkenny Tourist Hostel, Glendalough International Youth Hostel, The Tower House B&B, Amnis House, Cable Island Bed & Breakfast, The Metropole, Lanigans Hostel, Portree House, Lus Mor B&B.
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1. An Stor Midleton Townhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
Wonderful hostess!
Reviewed By Conni TWe recommend An Stor Townhouse in Midleton Ireland, if you want a homey atmosphere for your Bed and Breakfast. Within walking distance of local restaurants and stores, our hostess also offered a continental and/or full Irish breakfast the next morning.
2. Kilkenny Tourist Hostel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 156 reviews
Kilkenny Tourist Hostel is the best located Hostel in Kilkenny with great low prices, the friendliest staff and lots of guests from all over the world to socialise with. There's a mix of dormitories and private rooms, free WiFi and computer access, a fully equipped kitchen to cook in and free tea and coffee 24/7. You can relax in our sitting room in front of the open turf burning fire and mingle with other guests. We know loads about Kilkenny so you'll be able to experience it like a local. We'll tell you about the hidden gems, the must sees, the best traditional Irish music sessions, the coolest pubs, and tastiest cheap eats. Plus we've got free lockers, free towels, and a cheap laundry service.
Terrible customer service and a trip ruined
Reviewed By BridKinaAs a fellow hotelier, it is rare that I would write a bad review for another property, but my experience warrants one. WARNING: Ensure your booking of confirmed before going. I had all 20 beds reserved, transport arranged, dinner, etc. My friend called to charge the card details on file as I wasn’t attending and was told “we cancelled your booking and sold the beds”. Neither of us received an apology or an explanation as to why the manager did this. And when questioned, she was extremely patronizing and unapologetic for not even having the decency to call and double check with us before cancelling our booking. Needless to say, with this short notice, everything had to be cancelled for the group trip as nowhere else had availability
3. Glendalough International Youth Hostel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 178 reviews
Poor
Reviewed By Michael OMyself and my son stayed here as the first night of a two day hiking trip. We got a private toom which was very basic. We were given linen and had to make out own beds which were quiet hard and uncomfortable. We had a en suite bathroom but no soap. We were both woken at 6.15 by the pipes banging as the water started to heat for the day. I would excuse these issues on the basis of it being a hostel but considering how much we were charged I would say its just bad value for money. The following night we stayed at a B&B in glenmalure which was excellent in terms of value for money and comfort. This highlighted how poor the hostels offerings were. Wouldn't stay again.
4. The Tower House B&B
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Clean basic rooms ( not for cold nights) miserable breakfast offering
Reviewed By TemplegreenThe rooms were clean and a decent sized bathroom with wall size hazed window onto the courtyard made it feel a little exposed (but thats the prude in me perhaps) That aside, I didn't like that fact that the rooms open directly out on to an outdoor balcony (courtyard). It was freezing the night we stayed - evening with the heating on - there was a torrid draft under the door. The breakfast room was also cold (forgiveable perhaps in COVID times) but frankly it and the carpet felt unkempt and unclean. (The sugar dish lid was also covered in greasy finger prints. The breakfast, (served by hands covered in coal or wood dirt by the way) offering is described in the brochure as "glorious" - it was very basic, with two miserable and I mean tiny slices of toast. As Irish brekkies go in B& Bs - this was the far short of the norm especially given the price of the room in bloody mid January - it was almost 130 euro. Our host was a friendly enough gentlemen but didn't seem to be aware of masking requirements indoors. Some might say that is petty, but that says a lot to me. Charm is often code for not so great and that is the case here. Will I be back - simply - NO. There are many far better B& Bs far more deserving of the business. I fail to see how this place gets such glowing reviews.
5. Amnis House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
Amnis House is a newly built apart-hotel located only 800m from Cork city center and 200m from University College Cork. It features free WiFi throughout and 24-hour on-site staff. Bedrooms at Amnis House are modern and bright with large windows. They all feature a full-size double bed. The contemporary en-suite bathrooms feature large showers with rainfall shower heads. Every room has access to a kitchen shared with a small number of other rooms. These kitchens are newly built and feature fridge/freezers, hobs, ovens, microwaves, kettles and toasters. Kitchens are all equipped with basic utensils and cookware – everything you need to create a gourmet meal in the comfort of your home away from home! Guests also have shared access to living rooms with TVs and balconies. We also provides a number of shared amenities, including a games room with pool table and tennis table, X-Boxes, a cinema room and a large south facing terrace.
Well done derek
Reviewed By burgersbromellWow what a great place couldnt highly recommend it enough a big shout out to derek who went over and beyond to make our stay more enjoyable we will definitely be back well done derek keep up the excellent work any going to cork definitely look up this the place ?
6. Cable Island Bed & Breakfast
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Wonderful stay and wonderful host!!!!
Reviewed By LauraH66hillI stayed here with my grandmother in a twin room. Both bedroom and bathroom were very clean with nice decorative touches. The host, Valerie, was very sweet and welcoming. Delicious breakfast in the morning as well. Not to mention the picturesque views!!!
7. The Metropole
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 186 reviews
Now under new management. The Metropole in Kilkenny is a B&B and backpackers Inn with accommodation ranging from private twins and doubles to family rooms. All rooms have en suite facilities and we provide fresh linen and towels. We serve great traditional Irish and International food in Medieval Tavern (Eatery & Bar).
If you want a weekend of absolute horror book here
Reviewed By F5282YMtarabPlace is vile, smelly, dirty, I do t know how it’s even open, it smells damp dirty it ruined our weekend away, it needs to be reported for its filth it’s a dungeon, there was one pillow , toilets were filthy , the shower was filthy and there was no toilet roll , no staff to be seen, it’s unsafe , definitely the worse place I have ever stayed it ruined our stay in Kilkenny how they have the neck to open there doors is beyond me
8. Lanigans Hostel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 168 reviews
Start your Kilkenny experience at Lanigans Hostel , the perfect location to explore Kilkenny. Lanigans hostel is the best located hostel in Kilkenny, Safe, Comfortable and clean for Vistors on a budget. It is approved by the Irish Tourist Board and it is in the heart of Kilkenny City. Our hostel is specifically designed for you, the modern day traveler - Budget Accommodation with state of the art facilities, superior comfort and a relaxed and friendly vibe, all at affordable rates. You can find the Lanigans team ready to give you tips and local knowledge on how best to enjoy your time with us. For your comfort, all our rooms are en suite, we have female only rooms, there is an award winning pub & restaurant attached and we are coming up with new and fun things to do on a daily basis.
Aggressive Barman very bullying attitude
Reviewed By Pomei03Nice pub, we were going to eat here but agressive barman with very bullying attitude made us decide to leave. Lovely waitress though Tracey, but will not return ever. Unless Tracey is in charge. No need for the attitude of the Barman.
9. Portree House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 202 reviews
Portree is an elegant, city center townhouse situated in a quiet cul de sac, yet just a few minutes walk from both train and bus station and all amenities such as shops, restaurants, pubs,theaters, cinemas and clubs. It has 22 en suite bedrooms, a large guest lounge and private free car parking for guests.
Great location
Reviewed By m4ttiehA great location for walking round the city. Having a parking space is good, but it can not be guaranteed and so I always got back early from my days out to get a spot. The rooms are a bit basic but I didnt mind as I was spending most of the time elsewhere. The breakfast whilst decent quality really was a very small portion that required me to buy a second breakfast elsewhere each day
10. Lus Mor B&B
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
Lus Mór is a cheerful mix between Bed & Breakfast and Hostel. It has the open, colourful and young flair of a hostel, but also the calm and private atmosphere of a classic Bed & Breakfast. Lus Mor is located in Sleamaine, which is approximately 1.7km off the Wicklow Way and 4.5km away from Roundwood. After descending from the highest point on the Wicklow Way, at Djouce Mountain, the hostel is the closest accommodation to the trail from Pier Gates. It is the closed halfway point, in terms of places to stay, when walking from Knockree and Glendalough and avoids the lengthy detour into Roundwood village. The house is set in a remote location on large open grounds of just over an acre. There are panoramic views from the house and garden, these take in the Vartry Reservoir, Ballinastoe Woods, White Hill and the Great Sugarloaf in the distance. The House The literal English translation for the name 'Lus Mor' is 'Big Flower', which specifically refers to the Foxgloves around the grounds that are everpresent throughout the Summer. The host of the Bed & Breakfast, James Pierce, has brought the colour and cheerfulness of this floral theme into the house and has managed to make an imaginative
Walking the Wicklow Way
Reviewed By Spike JStaying at Lus Mor was like staying with family (in a good way). The staff were warm and friendly, the home-cooked food was amazing! We ere a family of four with two teens and had a large room with an en suite bathroom. The beds were the comfiest we experienced on the whole trip and the entire place was immaculately clean. However, one of the beds, that my teenage son chose, was incredibly squeeky! And that wasn't the only noise disturbance sadly. The venue sets a 'no loud noise after 10 pm' rule, which is wonderful, but I can imagine hard to enforce and sound really really echoes around the building making babies/small children crying quite loud and even the sound of people eating in the large communal area seemed quite loud the following morning. That said, the building is wonderful, the amount of effort the venue goes to to provide service (shampoo, tea, coffee, etc.) is amazing and overall the entire feeling of being there is very calming and relaxing.
