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Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel

Property class: 2
Dungloe accommodations with free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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1 & 3 Garden Court, Gweedore Road, Dungloe, Donegal, F94 E22D
  • Place, Long Lough
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Lough Tun
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lough Nacre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 9
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 9
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Dungloe

Close to airport.You'll find Long Lough and Lough Tunny within 2 miles (3 km) of this hostel. Lough Tun and Lough Nacre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Long Lough - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lough Tun - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lough Nacre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Glenveagh National Park - 25 min drive - 19.1 miles
  • Donegal Castle - 48 min drive - 41.1 miles

Getting around

  • Donegal (CFN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharkeys Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Danny Minnies - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Viking - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mccafferty’s Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casadh an tSúgain - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel

Dungloe accommodations with free WiFi
As a guest of Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and a communal living room. WiFi is free in public spaces. Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel also features a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area.

This Dungloe hostel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel offers 9 shared accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This Dungloe hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 9 per person

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 9.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel Dungloe
Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel to the airport?

Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel is 7.7 mi (15-min drive) away from the Donegal (CFN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel?

As of Apr 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel on Apr 26, 2026 start from $35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel.

How close is Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 7.2 mi (10-min drive) from Braade Strand and 8.4 mi (13-min drive) from Carrickfinn Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 9.00 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel have a pool?

Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel to downtown Dungloe?

Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel is 0.1 mi away from Dungloe.

Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel Reviews

Reviews

4.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 3 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

4.8/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel appears to have closed down some time ago but the website still accepts bookings. I will attempt to get my money back. DO NOT BOOK THIS HOSTEL
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great Hostel.

Excellent accommodations which are obviously very new. The guy in charge was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Emmi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WARNING! Don’t book this hostel!! As Chris mentions it has run out of business and is closed down, but still takes the payments and sends a confirmation email like nothing. I unfortunately booked it before Chris’ experience.. trying to get hotels.com to remove this hostel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026