I don't even know where to begin when reviewing this hostel. This hostel turned an exceptionally…read morestressful trip into an elongated peaceful retreat. We have absolutely nothing but nice things to say about this hostel and it shall forever be one of my fondest memories of Ireland. The manager was a young American expat who was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. He gave us a tour of the hostel and tried to help us in any way possible. He even let us use his laptop to book things for our upcoming trip to Wales! We had many enjoyable conversations with him and he truly made us feel welcome in Dingle. The hostel itself is unbelievably welcoming and homey. It felt less like a hostel and more like visiting grandmas house, in a good way! The communal lounge has outlets, couches, plenty of games, and best of all a fireplace that is lit every evening. Playing board games by the fire with a nice cup of tea is the perfect way to end your day in my opinion. The kitchen was small but well equipped and laid out in a useable fashion. There were two small refrigerators and an entire shelf dedicated to free food. The hostel provides toast and jam in the morning, which doesn't help me much since I have a gluten intolerance, but my partner greatly enjoyed it. Waking up to the smell of toast was nice as well! The manager, Cole, could be found cooking up something delicious at all hours of the day. We prepared some tasty meals ourselves and shared with some of the other guests. It truly felt like one big family! The bedrooms were cozy enough. Not too many beds and plenty of outlets so there was no fighting to charge your devices! The beds were comfortable enough and our room had its own toilet and shower which was nice. There is a back patio for people that smoke but since we don't we did not use it for the entirety of our stay. Originally we were going to be there for just one night but we loved it so much we booked a second and even considered a third. The hostel is very centrally located in the small town of Dingle and easy to find. I definitely recommend this hostel even though it is a bit more expensive than the other ones in the area. It is worth it to feel so at home!

hostel prices for a B&B quality. No large rooms, many actually ensuite, friendly and helpful staff,…read morenice crowd and center-of-town location. recommended.

Good and clean hostel. Very friendly host. Kitchen is well equipped. Towels cost 1€.read more

This was a very nice little Hostel. I have stayed here twice over the past few years in my travels…read moreto Ireland, and both times it was a pleasurable experience. The view off of the upper balcony, looking towards Ballycarbery Castle across the canal as the fog rolls in off the ocean, is amazing. On my first stay, we came in very late at night after a long day of exploring, it was pouring rain, and we were very very tired. The nice elderly couple (Owners) took us in and made sure we had everything we needed. The rooms were very comfortable and clean, and the hospitality was very nice! Across the street from Sive is a little gas station that has a wide variety of snacks and food such as freshly made pizzas and sandwiches. There are also many ancient Ring Forts in the area to explore, along with many other historical structures. I definitely recommend Sive Hostel for a good nights rest during your adventures!

Had THE best time. We were here for a family wedding and chose the Sive for six of us to stay. This…read morewas my first experience of a hostel and I found it combined the best features of a hotel and b&b. The privacy and accessibility of a hotel and the personal service of a b&b. The rooms were very comfortable and very clean and well decorated. The hostel is centrally located on the Main Street of the town. Stayed August 2016, travelled with family

Good place for a cheap stay but not really able to walk here from downtown. You can certainly try…read morethough. Walls are thin, but it's an old house so it's expected. Parking is tight in back but there's additional parking up front. We didn't have towels so we weren't able to shower and we didn't use the kitchen so can't comment on that, other than someone cooked fish and it stunk up the whole hostel.

This was a cool place to spend our last night in Corca Dhuibhne hiking and camping. Although I…read moregenerally love the idea of wild camping, it is nice to have access to the facilities such as showers and kitchens that formal campsites offer. The Rainbow Hostel comprises a large building with dorms and private rooms, but also space for tents (€10 pppn). We chose this latter option, which still includes access to showers, kitchen, and electricity. It was also nice to be able to leave our tent and gear at the site whilst we explored the town's nightlife. Staff were friendly and helpful at all times. The toilet and shower block was a bit dirty, unfortunately, and we were woken late at night by some very loud people in another tent. It would be nice for there to be a staff member operating at night to keep noise down so people can sleep. In an excellent perk that we only discovered at the last minute, the hostel provides a free shuttle service to connect with buses leaving from town, avoiding the need of having to hike with full pack along the main road into town. Overall, would recommend for a cheap and cheerful place to stay.

oh my goodness this hotel is the best hotel! The kindest staff i've ever met :) the breakfast is…read moreINCREDIBLE, even without the full option. Smoked salmon?? Wow! The beds were incredibly comfortable. Shower is crazy strange, lot of pressure fluctuation, but everything else makes up for it. Do yourself a favor and book a stay! You'll get a smile and a wonderful experience.

Clean room with functional window and TV as well as a double and two single beds for our party of 4…read morethat included laddie and grandma. Bathroom was fine, if in need of a little TLC. Reception staff was adequate, though not warm and fuzzy. Manageable 10 min. walk down the driveway hill and main street into Dingle. The hill may be long and steep for those with difficulty walking or who are in a wheelchair. Private parking for guests. We went in April and were rather put off by the overwhelming smell of the neighboring fishery. It is powerful and sure lets you know you're back at the hote driveway! However, the smell did not permeate the lobby or our room, so as long as you know that you can overlook the temporary breath-holding as you go by. Good location for the Dingle Loop Drive. We did not opt for any food at the hotel. Overall, it was a decent location, decent room, decent price, and a good bargain hotel.