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Our cosy, bicycle-friendly, family-run lodging, open May-Oct, is located in the centre of Kenmare town, on the Wild Atlantic Way, and seconds' walk from the lovely cafés and restaurants Kenmare has to offer. We offer a variety of rooms with ensuite and/or shared co-ed bathrooms at very competitive pricing. An excellent base for visiting the Ring of Kerry, Beara, and Dingle Peninsulas.

Was passing through kenmare on friday 08th of sep 2023, and I said I'd look up accommodation just to see was there something within budget, and was delighted to see Failte Hostel open again as I hadn't being in kenmare for about three years. As I just flow with life now, and the price for three night so reasonable, I decided to book in for three nights. Lovely family run hostel and welcomed with a smile, stayed in sparkling clean 8 bed mixed dorm, spacious shared shower and bathroom facilities with were spotless, with beautiful warm running at all times of the day. Perfect Location just at the top of Hendry Street, If your like me and your looking for somewhere to just lay your head and shower as you go on your adventures around Kerry and West Cork your in an ideal location as a base. Hope this hostel gets all the support it deserves to continue trading in these times we're in, As a hostel is of huge importance in this central location for access to travelling around Kerry & West Cork. Enjoy Your Stay If You Decide To Book, & Have A Magical Time In The Beautiful Town That Is Kenmare✨

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8.1
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70 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Kenmare

  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 547 reviews
    Great location, owners were lovely! Clean short distance from town!
    Leeona
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 135
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 373 reviews
    Location was very beautiful, and Phil was a great host! It was a super great location for doing the Ring of Kerry, and was really quiet and peaceful. We loved the room and felt safe & comfortable.
    Connor
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 292 reviews
    Fabulous accommodation. Great location. Quiet safe and v close to town.
    J
    Jennifer
    Family with young children
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 55 reviews
    Very clean and comfortable! Great location to explore kenmare and only short drive to killarney, ample and safe car parking, host was very responsive.Fully equipped kitchen, able to cater for all ages.
    Yvonne
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 95
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 70 reviews
    Room was clean and adequate, great location in Kenmare. Bunk bed mattresses were comfortable and the towels available for hire were very nice.
    Jenna
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 57 reviews
    Great location. Parking in front of the house. Very cozy house. The bedroom has a view of the stars through the skylight. Nice bedding. Wide selection of dishes. Nespresso coffee maker. The owners have thought of everything to the smallest detail. The house has an ironing board, iron and safe. Large backyard for recreation and walks with children.
    Michael Lisnevsky
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 764 reviews
    Lovely big bed in a lovely room overlooking the landscape. Great location 10minute walk from town. Advice from the host too was class. We had a plan and she gave us a better one for the two days we were there to get the most out of our stay. Pub recommendation (Crowley's) was spot on too. Decent music and great pints. Guinness bread for brekkie was great too.
    Connolly
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 281 reviews
    Great location just a short safe walk from town
    Pat Waine
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 281 reviews
    Great location. Plenty safe parking . Place very clean. Nice orange juice for breakfast.
    Siobhan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 157.95
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 870 reviews
    Staff friendly, breakfast and dinner fantastic, room spotless, covid guidelines closely adhered to and very high standard of safety, great location in centre of town, nice beer garden around the back! Will definitely return!
    Seve85
    Young couple