A group of us stayed here last weekend and it was grand for what we needed- somewhere just to put…read moreour heads down and leave our bags. There was nobody available to check us in when we arrived which wasn't ideal as two of our group wanted showers before we set off again. We maybe should have rang ahead with a check-in time so it wasn't all the hostel's fault. It is old in parts but was clean and warm. Showers are big, plenty of hot water. Breakfast was basic but free so no complaints there. Right beside the sea and in the lovely town of Lahinch.

Most important thing is that the room was clean, toilets too but no hand soap and no hot water in…read morethe showers. The bunk beds were to low so not enough room if you sleep in the underneath bed.

We chose this hostel based on the great reviews and it's proximity to the Cliffs of Moher. We…read morearrived at night via car. We had a private room and it had all the amenities we needed. It shares a parking lot with its sister location Doolin Inn. Breakfast was included in our stay and was pretty good. The staff here is absolutely amazing. They were so sweet to us and even when I had called to ask about a first aid kit they came across the street to bring it to me. The beds were very comfy and the water very refreshing. I highly recommend this location to young travelers.

Doolin Hostel is located fairly well... as central as you could possibly be in Doolin. Either…read moreside of the hostel, down the street you can find pub/restaurants. And you can walk down to the coast in about 10-15 minutes. It is rather easy to spot, as it stands out on a little hill and it is a yellow building. If you are bringing a group, on a coach, beware that it will be very difficult to get the coach up the drive into the car park and it could be very difficult to get the coach turned around. If you are driving a car, you shouldn't have any difficulty, just watch out for the walkers in the road. The website looked nice and it was fairly easy to organize things with the staff. I arranged, for an extra €3 per person, a continental breakfast for our group. However, was a little disappointed that it consisted of bread, juice, and milk. The staff member that helped us check in was really nice and tried to give us ideas of what the students could do. The rooms were ok, but really cold. There was one little radiator between the bunk bed and the double bed, but didn't seem to be on and there were no extra blankets. I was meant to have a single, but ended up with 2 bunk beds, a double bed, and another twin bed. The bathroom in my room was quite small... the toilet on one end, sink in the middle, and shower head on the other end. The problem was that the shower control consisted of a push button, but it only runs for a minute, and then you have to push it again. This can be a problem if you have shampoo in your hair and it is running into your eyes and you can't find the button... There is free wifi in the lobby area and that was nice, although there was our group and another group there and the lounge just didn't seem large enough for everyone to be watching t.v., on their computer, or sitting in front of the small fire. The kitchen area is very nice and very large so if you want to cook a dinner instead of going out, you have the facilities... the only problem is finding a store where you can get items to cook. The hostel does have stock some groceries for purchase, but not a huge variety. At night there is no staff around and not sure if there is a way to contact the staff if there is an emergency. I say this because the other group that was staying in the hostel (probably about 14-15 year olds) were wreaking havoc and their leader (who I think was in the room next to me) was having an epic telephone call in which she was yelling about the whole thing... and it may have been helpful to have a staff member from the hostel to help calm the situation down. Overall, for a hostel I would say that it is fairly standard, more to toward the basic side, but if you are on a budget and you aren't going to spend much time in the hostel or just passing through, then it may be for you. If you are looking for a more relaxing place to stay with a few more amenities, you may want to continue your search.

Honestly do yourself a favor and stay far far away from this place. The wife that runs it is a…read moreNIGHTMARE. Her "rules" are crazy strict and not at all upfront like she claims. Also upon checking in my room was changed from the larger one to a smaller one, I was not even given an option. She did it to accommodate a larger family that came along... all fine and good but maybe a conversation should take place first?? She then got extremely upset when I asked for a towel past "working hours" I apologized profusely for the inconvenience (the inconvenience being her stepping two feet too her left and reaching in a cabinet). I then had to leave earlier than expected to catch a bus that only came along twice a day and even though she was awake and in the house and messaging me she refused to let me into the locked kitchen to retrieve my food before I left. It was 30 minutes before the kitchen opened you see. Everyone in town had something to say about this lady and none of it was nice. Go figure. I recommend the Rainbow Hostel down the road, it was in front of the bus stop I waited at and they invited me in because it was so cold and nothing was locked up everyone was free to roam where they wished! Imagine that! Don't let the pretty pictures fool you. That's all this place has to offer.

Very cute little hostel in a small town. The facilities are cozy, and there is plenty of outdoor…read moreseating to enjoy a nice day and a book. There is a fully stocked kitchen and comfortable public area. There is free laundry, but you can only use the machines after 6pm as they are being used for the hostel before then. There is one washer and one dryer, which we were hoping to use, but people were lined up to wash their clothes until about 10pm, so we didn't get a chance. It was pretty noisy at night - not sure if they have an upstairs area or what, but there was a lot of clomping around. It is about a 10 min drive from the Cliffs of Moher. Walking distance from a few pubs and cafes.

This is a little gem tucked away. The rooms were charming and the bed was very comfortable. The…read morebathrooms are updated, and they even have a Dyson hair dryer, which really impressed me. We only stayed here one night, though. I really want to give this hotel 5 stars, but I'm torn. At about 9:30 pm, after taking a shower, my son was charging his Chromebook. All of a sudden, the fan shuts off, and both of our outlets are no longer working. There was no red light alerting us to a tripped outlet. My son rings the bell (which is what we were told to do in case of an emergency after hours), and no one came. After talking to our other family members, I learned that my parents' room also no longer has power. Now this is a huge problem, because he uses a CPAP machine, and he would not be able to use it without electricity. I also called the phone number on the list of instructions, and it did not connect me. I had other family members try this, and they also could not connect. We had no electricity for chargers and no fan. It was super hot in the room, even with the windows open. We ended up getting power about 6 am, but the fact remains that we were unable to contact anyone that night. On a better note, their complimentary breakfast was gorgeous and delicious. Eddie, our server, was wonderful. I would probably skip this hotel if I'm in the area again, but I don't regret staying here. I just wish we were able to have contacted someone that night and then we would have had a better night.

Room was in the parking lot 3 Feet…read moreFrom our subterranean room hot hot and opening the window not no security for it Skip this place and amenities not available

Was met by Bean "the Irish Setter" and the owner Marian. From the get go was a very warm and…read morewelcoming environment. The accommodation was clean and comfy. Walking distance to the local pubs. Restaurant portion was closed for now they are moving to a better location near by. But still offers excellent breakfast. Will highly recommend.

Excellent dining experience. We came here on a arecommendation from the host of our B&B. The food…read morewas excellent (I had duck, she had scallops), the service was friendly, and the atmosphere offered an intimate setting with few tables and a view of the local pastures.

We enjoyed a lovely stay here. The staff is extremely helpful and attentive. Great location! We…read morewalked to the pier and took a boat ride to see the cliffs. It just so happened that it was a bright, sunny day with a clear blue sky so we thought we'd take advantage of the nice weather. The O'Connor pub is right around the corner. We had some really good fish and chips for dinner along with a few pints of Guinness and Smithwick's. For dessert we had the Homemade Baileys and Biscuit Ice-cream with toffee sauce! The next morning after breakfast at the hostel we took the relatively short drive up to the visitor center and walked the cliffs. It wasn't as sunny as the day before so we were glad we got some nice pictures from the boat. And even though our room/window was facing the main street on the ground floor it was very quiet at night.

From the owner: Newly Renovated Hostel and Coffee Shop in the heart of Doolin, at the main bus stop, and the start…read moreof the Cliffs of Moher Coastal Hiking Trail. The closest hostel to O'Connors Pub (100m) and a 15 minute walk to Doolin Pier. *A variety of private rooms ensuite (superior and standard), plus dormitories. *Internet Access and Printer *Free Wifi throughout building *Large Self Catering Kitchen, Dining, Laundry and Drying Room. *Sitting Room with Stove Fires, TV, Book Exchange and Board Games *Coffee Shop Serving Deluxe Continental Breakfast Buffet each morning, Packed lunches, Sandwiches and Salads focusing on local produce. * Great Baristta Coffee, and fantastic Baileys Hot Chocolates * Wine License * Bureau de Change * Bus Eireann Ticket office and Information Point * Complimentary Guide Maps and Local Tourist Information * Local Activities: Horse Riding, Sea Kayaking, Bouldering/Rock Climbing , Surfing * Local Attractions: Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, Burren, Doolin Cave,

My stay here was amazing. The B&B is a home beyond home…read more They are amazing hosts and really kind and helpful. The hostel is close to Doolin. It is easy to walk there or taking the bus. Breakfast was delicious with homemade bread. I can just recommend it and would definitively come back

The whole place is very clean and welcoming. Nicely equipped kitchen with a patio out back. Great…read morecommon area, good spot to read by the fire. Bedroom and bathrooms were spotless. The host really cares and it shows.

Parking places right in front of the hostel make it a convenient stopover. There is a B&B and an…read morehostel on site. My recommendation: have diner at the pub on the same side of the road before the little bridge. The Pub food was the best we had on our trip and the atmosphere was great.

Staff is very kind and prompt. Hot water did not work; forced me to freeze me nards in the shower…read more Plumbing made very loud noises throughout the night. All of this considered, Hotel Doolin was absolutely my highlight of Doolin. That is all.

Wonderful friendly staff. Clean nice rooms. Very close to the cliffs…read more The FITZ next door is amazing. Food was wonderful followed by incredible live Irish music. Fiddler. Accordion. Guitar. Fabulous singing. A memorable evening. I will definitely return someday.