Otter Hostel in Bundorragha offers peaceful countryside lodging, situated 11km from Kylemore Abbey and within a 32-48km radius of attractions including Westport Train Station and Ashford Castle. This single-bedroom guesthouse provides private parking, a shared lounge, continental breakfast, and a private bathroom, with pets welcome and bachelor/hen parties restricted.
Mayo
24/07 – 25/07
2423 ﺩ.ﺇ/nightfor 1 night
Connemara National Park Lodge
3 6
hostel , Letterfrack
Connemara National Park Lodge, a hostel in Letterfrack, is located 300 metres from the Connemara National Park Visitor Centre and a 3-minute walk from Letterfrack village's amenities. This accommodation offers private bathrooms, a guest lounge, a self-catering kitchen, laundry facilities, and is situated within 1.6 kilometres of Kylemore Abbey and Gardens.
8.4 153 reviews
Mayo
20/06 – 27/06
492 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 3444 ﺩ.ﺇ (7 )
The Nest Strandhill
1 2
hostel , Sligo
The Nest at Strandhill, a guesthouse in County Sligo, is situated 2.9km from Knocknarea mountain and 9km from Sligo town, offering easy access to both hiking and town amenities. This single-bedroom property features a continental breakfast, in-room tea-making facilities and a microwave, and is ideal for solo travellers or couples seeking a peaceful stay near Strandhill beach.
8.6 322 reviews
Mayo
03/08 – 17/08
764 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 10696 ﺩ.ﺇ (14 )
Wild Atlantic Hostel
1 2
hostel , Leenaun
The Wild Atlantic Hostel is situated in Leenaun, a 15-minute drive from the nearest beach and 35 minutes from Westport, offering a peaceful escape in the heart of the Irish countryside. This hostel has received very good user ratings, with excellent location and cleanliness ratings, making it a popular choice for travellers. The hostel offers a shared dormitory-style accommodation with private bathrooms for each room. Guests can enjoy a range of facilities including a restaurant, spa, terrace, garden, sauna, and free parking, as well as access to the Dephi Adventure Resort's amenities.
9.0 340 reviews
Mayo
27/07 – 28/07
548 ﺩ.ﺇ/nightfor 1 night
ÉAlú Lodge
1 2
hostel , Sligo
Éalú Lodge, a Sligo guesthouse, is conveniently located in Sligo town, a short walk from Sligo County Museum and within easy reach (11.4km and 16km respectively) of Parkes Castle and Lissadell House. This single-bedroom lodging offers a shared kitchen and lounge, free Wi-Fi, a private bathroom with shower and flat-screen TV, and is suitable for solo travellers or small groups.
9.4 1 review
Mayo
27/07 – 28/07
945 ﺩ.ﺇ/nightfor 1 night
ÉAlú Lodge
1 2
hostel , Sligo
ÉAlú Lodge, located at 2 Gaol Road in Sligo town, is a 3-star hostel offering easy access to traditional Irish pubs, restaurants, and cultural attractions, situated just 100 metres from the town centre. This accommodation provides free Wi-Fi and parking, serving as a convenient base for exploring the Wild Atlantic Way, Benbulben mountain, and the dramatic coastline, with check-in available from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM and check-out before 11:00 AM.
9.0 1822 reviews
Mayo
05/08 – 07/08
440 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 880 ﺩ.ﺇ (2 )
The Valley House
1 2
hostel , Valley
The Valley House Hostel & Bar is located on Achill Island, just a short drive from Achill Sound and Keel, making it a great base for exploring the island’s stunning scenery and beaches. It consistently receives very good ratings for its cleanliness, location and overall experience. The hostel is housed in a charming Victorian building with a self-catering kitchen and a guest sitting room, providing a comfortable and sociable space for guests. Amenities include a garden, a woodland faerie trail, a bar with live music and free Wi-Fi and parking, offering a variety of options for relaxation and entertainment.
Mayo
27/07 – 28/07
448 ﺩ.ﺇ/nightfor 1 night
Mocha Beans Westport
1 2
hostel , Westport
Mocha Beans Westport offers affordable lodging in a prime central Westport location, providing easy access to the city's main landmarks. This establishment features complimentary Wi-Fi, an on-site bar, and friendly English-speaking staff, with check-out at 11:00.
9.0 610 reviews
Mayo
14/08 – 17/08
499 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 1497 ﺩ.ﺇ (3 )
Heyday Hostel Ballina
1 2
hostel , Ballina
Heyday Hostel Ballina is located in Ballina, just 15km from the Mayo North Heritage Centre and 16km from the Foxford Woolen Mills Visitor Center. This hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and lounge, perfect for meeting other travellers. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms.
8.9 1017 reviews
Mayo
27/07 – 28/07
244 ﺩ.ﺇ/nightfor 1 night
Ben Lettery Hostel
1 2
hostel , Ballynahinch
Ben Lettery Hostel is located in Ballynahinch, just 11 miles from the Alcock & Brown Memorial and 16 miles from Kylemore Abbey, offering easy access to these popular attractions. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness and overall experience, with excellent feedback on its location. The hostel has one bedroom and one bathroom, providing a comfortable and budget-friendly stay. Guests can enjoy a peaceful garden setting, a terrace, a shared kitchen with a microwave oven, free private parking, and the convenience of a tour desk and luggage storage.
9.7 362 reviews
Mayo
20/06 – 23/06
395 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 1185 ﺩ.ﺇ (3 )
Kilcommon Lodge Holiday Hostel
1 3
hostel , Belmullet
Kilcommon Lodge Holiday Hostel is located in Pullathomas village, just a half-hour drive from Ballycroy National Park, The Ceide Fields, and Elly Bay, offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Wild Atlantic Way. It consistently receives excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The lodge features a single bedroom and bathroom, spanning 14 square metres. Guests can enjoy a cosy common room with a fireplace, free Wi-Fi, a well-equipped kitchen, and a beautiful garden with far-reaching views. Besides the tranquil surroundings, the hostel offers a range of activities, including boat trips, kitesurfing, horse riding, and access to local cuisine.
8.5 136 reviews
Mayo
20/06 – 27/06
408 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 2856 ﺩ.ﺇ (7 )
Achill Surf Centre
1 2
hostel , Mayo
Achill Surf Centre is a hostel situated in Mayo, just 1.7 miles from Keel Beach and within easy reach of Achill Golf Club and Kildownet Castle. It enjoys a peaceful location in the beautiful Mayo countryside. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The hostel offers a range of family-friendly rooms with a garden, parking, and a shared lounge. Guests can enjoy continental breakfast, a private beach area, and activities such as table tennis, pool, and bike rentals.
Best Mayo hostels with breakfast
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8.5 136 reviews
Mayo
20/06 – 27/06
408 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 2856 ﺩ.ﺇ (7 )
Achill Surf Centre
1 2
hostel , Mayo
Achill Surf Centre is a hostel situated in Mayo, just 1.7 miles from Keel Beach and within easy reach of Achill Golf Club and Kildownet Castle. It enjoys a peaceful location in the beautiful Mayo countryside. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The hostel offers a range of family-friendly rooms with a garden, parking, and a shared lounge. Guests can enjoy continental breakfast, a private beach area, and activities such as table tennis, pool, and bike rentals.
9.0 610 reviews
Mayo
14/08 – 17/08
499 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 1497 ﺩ.ﺇ (3 )
Heyday Hostel Ballina
1 2
hostel , Ballina
Heyday Hostel Ballina is located in Ballina, just 15km from the Mayo North Heritage Centre and 16km from the Foxford Woolen Mills Visitor Center. This hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and lounge, perfect for meeting other travellers. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms.
9.0 1822 reviews
Mayo
05/08 – 07/08
440 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 880 ﺩ.ﺇ (2 )
The Valley House
1 2
hostel , Valley
The Valley House Hostel & Bar is located on Achill Island, just a short drive from Achill Sound and Keel, making it a great base for exploring the island’s stunning scenery and beaches. It consistently receives very good ratings for its cleanliness, location and overall experience. The hostel is housed in a charming Victorian building with a self-catering kitchen and a guest sitting room, providing a comfortable and sociable space for guests. Amenities include a garden, a woodland faerie trail, a bar with live music and free Wi-Fi and parking, offering a variety of options for relaxation and entertainment.
7.9 156 reviews
Mayo
13/07 – 18/07
1665 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 8325 ﺩ.ﺇ (5 )
Otter Hostel Connemara
1 5
hostel , Leenaun
Otter Hostel in Bundorragha offers peaceful countryside lodging, situated 11km from Kylemore Abbey and within a 32-48km radius of attractions including Westport Train Station and Ashford Castle. This single-bedroom guesthouse provides private parking, a shared lounge, continental breakfast, and a private bathroom, with pets welcome and bachelor/hen parties restricted.
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9.0 610 reviews
Mayo
14/08 – 17/08
499 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 1497 ﺩ.ﺇ (3 )
Heyday Hostel Ballina
1 2
hostel , Ballina
Heyday Hostel Ballina is located in Ballina, just 15km from the Mayo North Heritage Centre and 16km from the Foxford Woolen Mills Visitor Center. This hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and lounge, perfect for meeting other travellers. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms.
9.4 1 review
Mayo
27/07 – 28/07
945 ﺩ.ﺇ/nightfor 1 night
ÉAlú Lodge
1 2
hostel , Sligo
ÉAlú Lodge, located at 2 Gaol Road in Sligo town, is a 3-star hostel offering easy access to traditional Irish pubs, restaurants, and cultural attractions, situated just 100 metres from the town centre. This accommodation provides free Wi-Fi and parking, serving as a convenient base for exploring the Wild Atlantic Way, Benbulben mountain, and the dramatic coastline, with check-in available from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM and check-out before 11:00 AM.
9.0 1822 reviews
Mayo
05/08 – 07/08
440 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 880 ﺩ.ﺇ (2 )
The Valley House
1 2
hostel , Valley
The Valley House Hostel & Bar is located on Achill Island, just a short drive from Achill Sound and Keel, making it a great base for exploring the island’s stunning scenery and beaches. It consistently receives very good ratings for its cleanliness, location and overall experience. The hostel is housed in a charming Victorian building with a self-catering kitchen and a guest sitting room, providing a comfortable and sociable space for guests. Amenities include a garden, a woodland faerie trail, a bar with live music and free Wi-Fi and parking, offering a variety of options for relaxation and entertainment.
7.9 156 reviews
Mayo
13/07 – 18/07
1665 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 8325 ﺩ.ﺇ (5 )
Otter Hostel Connemara
1 5
hostel , Leenaun
Otter Hostel in Bundorragha offers peaceful countryside lodging, situated 11km from Kylemore Abbey and within a 32-48km radius of attractions including Westport Train Station and Ashford Castle. This single-bedroom guesthouse provides private parking, a shared lounge, continental breakfast, and a private bathroom, with pets welcome and bachelor/hen parties restricted.
Frequently Asked Questions about hostels in Mayo
What budget-friendly events or festivals are taking place in and around Comté de Mayo?
Mayo has a lively events calendar! The Westport Folk and Bluegrass Festival in August is a great time to enjoy music and entertainment. The Ballina Salmon Festival in July celebrates the town's fishing heritage with live music, food stalls, and activities. Keep an eye out for local markets and craft fairs throughout the year.
What are the top social spots in Comté de Mayo for hostel guests to meet other travelers?
The The Tavern in Castlebar is a great spot to meet other travellers, especially during the evening. It's a friendly pub with a lively atmosphere. In Westport, the Matt Molloy's pub is another popular choice, especially for those interested in traditional Irish music. You can also strike up conversations with fellow backpackers at the local hostels, where they often organise social events.
What’s the best budget-friendly way to reach Comté de Mayo?
The most affordable way to get to Mayo is by bus. Bus Eireann offers regular services from Dublin and other major cities. You can also take a train to Claremorris or Ballina, and then take a local bus to your final destination. If you're travelling from another country, flying into Knock Airport (NOC) is the most convenient option.
What should you know before renting a hostel in Comté de Mayo?
When choosing a hostel, check for reviews and make sure it's in a convenient location. Many hostels offer free Wi-Fi and breakfast, so factor that into your budget. It's also good to book in advance, especially during peak season, as hostels can fill up quickly.
What are the best hostels for families and kids in Mayo?
What's the best time of the year to visit Comté de Mayo?
The best time to visit Mayo depends on your preferences. Summer (June to August) offers the best weather for outdoor activities and exploring the countryside. Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are less crowded and offer stunning scenery, especially with the changing leaves in autumn. Winter (December to February) is quieter and colder, but you can enjoy the festive atmosphere and cosy pubs.
What are the best pet friendly hostels in Mayo?
The best pet friendly hostel in Mayo is Budget Room.
Where in Comté de Mayo can you find the best areas to stay in a hostel?
Westport and Castlebar are the main towns in Mayo and offer the most hostel options. Westport is known for its lively atmosphere and proximity to the beautiful Clew Bay. Castlebar is a more central location for exploring the county, with easy access to the Wild Atlantic Way and the National Famine Museum.
Heyday Hostel Ballina is located in Ballina, just 15km from the Mayo North Heritage Centre and 16km from the Foxford Woolen Mills Visitor Center. This hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and lounge, perfect for meeting other travellers. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms.
Best Mayo hostels with laundry available
8.9 1017 reviews
Mayo
27/07 – 28/07
244 ﺩ.ﺇ/nightfor 1 night
Ben Lettery Hostel
1 2
hostel , Ballynahinch
Ben Lettery Hostel is located in Ballynahinch, just 11 miles from the Alcock & Brown Memorial and 16 miles from Kylemore Abbey, offering easy access to these popular attractions. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness and overall experience, with excellent feedback on its location. The hostel has one bedroom and one bathroom, providing a comfortable and budget-friendly stay. Guests can enjoy a peaceful garden setting, a terrace, a shared kitchen with a microwave oven, free private parking, and the convenience of a tour desk and luggage storage.
9.0 610 reviews
Mayo
14/08 – 17/08
499 ﺩ.ﺇ/nighttotal: 1497 ﺩ.ﺇ (3 )
Heyday Hostel Ballina
1 2
hostel , Ballina
Heyday Hostel Ballina is located in Ballina, just 15km from the Mayo North Heritage Centre and 16km from the Foxford Woolen Mills Visitor Center. This hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and lounge, perfect for meeting other travellers. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms.