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Overlooking Ballinskelligs Bay, the Skellig Hostel is located in the heart of Ballinskelligs. Just off the Skellig Ring, 'A Secret Ring off the Ring of Kerry', the hostel is the ideal place to stay when exploring this most beautiful, hidden part of Ireland's rugged south west coast.
Local tourist attractions include the Skellig Rock also known as Skellig Michael. Boat Trips to Skellig Michael can be arranged at Hostel, Boats depart from Ballinskeligs Pier daily during season weather permitting. The Kerry Way walking route, Blue Flag beaches, Valentia Island, Cill Rialaig Famine Village, Artist Retreat, Art Gallery,Water Sports, Golf, Horse Riding, Ring Forts at Cahirciveen and so much more.
The hostel, built in 2003 is registered with Failte Ireland and meets the highest standards of comfort and convenience for guests. With warm, spacious, fresh and bright bedrooms and facilities, you will be pleasantly surprised by the private and public areas available.
Facilities include:
5 Family Rooms with double bed and 2 singles
1 Family Room with 2 double beds and 1 single bed
5 Double Rooms Ensuite
1 Twin Ensuite Room
4 Standard Double Rooms
8 Twin / Bunk Rooms sleeping 2 people
2 Self Catering Kitchens
2 Dining Rooms
1 Lounge with TV, Video & Radio, DVD
Public Telephone
Bed Linen Supplied Towel Hire.
Private Car Park
Private Garden
Wifi
Ballinskelligs is a Gaeltacht (where Irish is spoken) situated just off the Ring of Kerry road, between Caherciveen and Waterville on the Iveragh Peninsula.
Hostel 5 minutes walk from Beach. Hostel walking distance to two pubs/ Restaurant. Beach Cafe, on Beach, Country Market every Sunday in Garden of Beach Cafe June, July, August with entertainment by local singer's & musicians. Art Gallery, Deli, Fast Food Take Away.Restaurant in Art Gallery with fine selection of wines.
Entertainment in local pubs at weekends & mid-week during summer months.
Directions
Ballinskelligs village is located 3 miles off the Ring of Kerry road between Cahirciveen and Waterville. At turn for Ballinskelligs Beach, stay on the main Skellig Ring road towards St Finans Bay. At the sharp corner and junction, go straight up hill. The hostel is the 4th building on the left.
Nearest Town - Cahirciveen
Nearest Train - Killarney
Nearest Bus - Cahirciveen
Nearest Airport - Farranfore, Kerry Airport
For further information please contact us directly.
Facilities
Internet Access, Wheelchair Friendly, Linen Included, Credit Cards Accepted, Towels, Luggage Storage, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Common Room, Bike Parking, Free Carpark, Breakfast Not Included
