Glendalough International Youth Hostel

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.3

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Family Room with Private Bathroom
Price for:
Max adults: 5
Beds: 1 double bed , 3 bunk beds
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Breakfast US$10 (optional)
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US$196 per night
Price US$588
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Glendalough International Youth Hostel is set in beautiful Glendalough, surrounded by its pretty countryside and at the foot of Camaderry Mountain. With free WiFi, it is surrounded by gardens and features a shared kitchen, lounge and terrace. The Glendalough offers both dormitory rooms and private rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Bed linen is included. In the mornings, the hostel serves continental breakfast, available for an extra cost. The options include a selection of cereals, toast, fruit juice, and hot drinks. Full Irish breakfasts are also available upon request and at an extra charge. Guests can enjoy drinks and evening meals in the restaurant, which is just 5 minutes' walk away. Shops, bars and restaurants can be found within 2 km of the hostel. The surrounding hills and lakes are ideal for walking. Bike rental is available in Laragh, just 2 km from the property. The beaches at Wicklow Town are approximately 20 km from the hostel. Dublin can be reached in 50 minutes by car. Horse riding is available in Annamoe, which is less than 10 minutes' drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Top pick by families with children

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  • Free private parking available on-site

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Family Room with Private Bathroom
Price for:
Max adults: 5
Beds: 1 double bed , 3 bunk beds
Costs 1st night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast US$10 (optional)
We have 1 left
US$196 per night
Price US$588
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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5-Bed Private Room
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Breakfast US$10
  • 1 single bed and
  • 4 bunk beds
US$641 for 3 nights
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Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$119 for 3 nights
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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$126 for 3 nights
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$137 for 3 nights
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  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$154 for 3 nights
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Family Room with Private Bathroom
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 double bed and
  • 3 bunk beds

The family room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower. The unit offers 4 beds.

Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 5
US$196 per night
Price US$588
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$10
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5-Bed Private Room
  • 1 single bed and
  • 4 bunk beds

The dormitory room includes a private bathroom fitted with a shower. The unit has 5 beds.

Private bathroom
Max adults: 2
US$214 per night
Price US$641
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$10
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Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
Private bathroom
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$40 per night
Price US$119
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$10
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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed

Rooms are 30 square metres.

323 feet²
Private bathroom
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$42 per night
Price US$126
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$10
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed

This room includes bed linen and there is access to a shared bathroom.

258 feet²
Private bathroom
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$46 per night
Price US$137
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$10
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Bed in 8-Bed Male Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed

Rooms are 24 square metres.

258 feet²
Private bathroom
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$46 per night
Price US$137
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$10
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed

Rooms are 24 square metres.

258 feet²
Private bathroom
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$48 per night
Price US$144
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$10
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed

Rooms are 22 square metres.

237 feet²
Private bathroom
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$51 per night
Price US$154
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$10
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mary
    Ireland Ireland
    “The location of the hostel is fantastic. A short walk from Glendalough. Parking on site also was great. Staff were really helpful.”
  • Ülke
    Portugal Portugal
    “We were 10 people, we cooked and had big dinner. Everything was provided. One of the best and most equipped hostel kitchen I saw. Staff was absolutley wonderful! Young and caring people and always helpful. We were very happy about our stay and if...”
  • Tomáš
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    “The location couldn’t be better! The house itself is very beautiful, with lovely surroundings (sheep, meadow, forest…). The rooms are minimalistic, but the shared kitchen is large and well-equipped, and the dining area is spacious as well.”
  • Frances
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Excellent location--in walking distance to the lakes, the monastery and many hikes. The hostel had really friendly staff and a well-equipped kitchen. Though when I stayed, the kitchen did get really busy, so be prepared to wait for stove space....”
  • Cyril
    France France
    “I particularly liked the location. The hostel is right next to the main hiking trails and next to the main site of Glendalough. The atmosphere was really nice too, both adapted to solo travelers, backpackers and hikers on one hand and to large...”
  • Claire
    Ireland Ireland
    “Staff and kitchen facilities were great and really helpful.”
  • Barry
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    “Fantastic location next door to the lakes. As far as hostels are concerned, it was great value and did exactly as hostels should — a bed to sleep in and some facilities to eat and wash.”
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Shared kitchen, on doorstep of hikes/monastic ruins, friendly check-in staff, common areas to hang out”
  • Deirdre
    South Africa South Africa
    “Staff and volunteers were very welcoming and helpful. I enjoyed chatting to them in French and Italian. The women I shared the room with were quiet and respectful of one's space.”
  • Amanda
    Ireland Ireland
    “Great location friendly staff great brake from home.”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:30 to 21:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking for 8 persons or more, different policies/cancellation terms and additional supplements will apply. Prepayment can be requested 4 weeks prior to arrival.

Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA or Hostelling International as part of this booking.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.