Experience world-class service at Errigal Hostel
Errigal Hostel, uniquely positioned in Dunlewey at the foot of Errigal mountain in the Gaeltacht, with Glenveagh National Park on one side and the Wild Atlantic Way beaches on the other side. Room options comprise of double, twin, triple, family, 4 bed dorms and 6 bed dorms. With a range of private rooms with ensuite wet rooms and shared rooms with private bathrooms and shower rooms located in the hallway. Featuring a self-catering kitchen fully equipped with facilities to cook your own meals, with options to eat out at the local hot deli, restaurant, café and pub which are located in the village. There is also free onsite car parking, free WiFi, dining area, self catering kitchen, a drying room, shared lounge and outdoor seating areas. Errigal Hostel is the perfect base for hikers, cyclists, photographers, nature lovers and beach goers alike to explore one of Ireland’s most scenic regions. With a large selection of local amenities and activities that include hikes, guided walks, kayaking tours, local bike drop off service and Ionad Cois Locha heritage centre. Easily accessible by road with a stunning thirty minute drive from Letterkenny through Glenveagh National Park, Muckish and Errigal mountain, dropping into Dunlewey through the Derryveagh mountains. Local bus services stop outside the hostel and provides routes to local attractions and amenities, as well as further afield to Donegal Town, Sligo, Derry and Belfast. Or arrive into Donegal Airport, voted most scenic landing in the World, located only twenty minutes away. Errigal Hostel, where memories and adventures take place and a warm welcome awaits you. Céad Mile Fáilte.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Margaret
Australia
“Friendly helpful staff. Went over and beyond for us tried travellers” - Senne
Belgium
“Extraordinary location, at the foot of Mount Errigal. Convenient is the shop next to it. Hostel has ben recently reopened, so brand new. Bus stop in front.” - John
New Zealand
“Very friendly, informative and helpful staff. Very clean.” - Jim
Ireland
“This is a fantastic building in a fabulous location with great staff. I highly recommend it and I will be back here for sure.” - Laura
United Kingdom
“Staff were so helpful and friendly, the location excellent. It was so clean . Lovley time staying here.” - Thomas
United Kingdom
“very good , clean and staff friendly and helpful .” - Fergal
United Kingdom
“Errigal Hostel is a quality hostel - good rooms, space for parking, access to the kitchen, friendly staff and beautiful setting.” - Bariya
India
“It was best place to live.. great 👍I strongly recommend everyone this place..it's just behind the erigon mountain..” - Laure
France
“L'hotel est juste sous le Mont Errigal et la salle de séjour est très lumineuse, entièrement vitrée, avec la vue sur le mont.” - Paul
Netherlands
“Mooie hostel, prima faciliteiten, aardig personeel. Vlak onder Mount Errigal.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.








The fine print
Children under the age of 16 cannot stay in shared dorms with other guests, they need to stay in private rooms along with an adult accompanying them.
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.