Aille River Tourist Hostel and Campsite Doolin
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8.4Excellent
(1,399 Ratings)
"I arrived late on a wet night and after a long trip, and it was wonderful to see the fireplace going, and to be welcomed by Richard. The location by the river and close to the pubs, bakery, restaurant..."
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Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, the Aille River Tourist Hostel and Campsite Doolin is a tourist accommodations that offers a mixture of original features and modern comforts such as free fiber-optic Wi-Fi.
Golf course (within 2 mi)
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Heating
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Beach access
Shared living spaces
Garden
Accessible Parking
Family friendly
Key access
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
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Top rated by guests
8.4Excellent
(1,399 Ratings)
"I arrived late on a wet night and after a long trip, and it was wonderful to see the fireplace going, and to be welcomed by Richard. The location by the river and close to the pubs, bakery, restaurant..."
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Ratings and reviews
9.0 / 10.0
If you want to feel like home, THIS is the place you should go!!
9.0 / 10.0
Cozy place for some kind of retreat .
Very good kitchen with all the staff and breakfast ♥️
Did not find the hot water in the bathroom
10.0 / 10.0
I arrived late on a wet night and after a long trip, and it was wonderful to see the fireplace going, and to be welcomed by Richard. The location by the river and close to the pubs, bakery, restaurants and bus stop is great, and the house is very charming. It has a large kitchen where I cooked my eggs for breakfast, and Richard prepared a great coffee for us. It was lovely to chat with him and also with the other costumers.
10.0 / 10.0
An absolutely wonderful experience! Our private room was very clean, the blankets/bed so cozy, and the view out the window magical. The location is perfect, couldn’t get any better. We especially appreciate the wonderful advice we go to take Conor’s Pass on the Dingle Peninsula, it was our favorite part of our road trip so far!
I would love a hand towel for the bathroom but I didn’t ask for one either! Just a suggestion.
10.0 / 10.0
The room were very clean. The kitchen was neat and clean. Plenary of space to prepare your meal and plenary of space to sit down and eat. Nice cozy fireplace and sofas. The staff was also amazing! Always willing to help. Waking distance to O Conners Lub, which I highly recommend and to the Cliffs of Moher
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10.0 / 10.0
Nice place in a beautiful location close to the Cliffs of Moher and nice local pubs
8.0 / 10.0
Great location.
The owner is extremely knowledgeable about the area and willing to share his knowledge.
The shared kitchen is great with all you need to prepare food. Ample parking.
The room was extremely small for two people.
9.0 / 10.0
great spot! chill. comfy clean. cool folks hanging out. walking distance to everything
10.0 / 10.0
Location! Room! Coffee!
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10.0 / 10.0
Very clean, comfortable hostel. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Close to bus stop and walking trail to the cliffs. Breakfast options were good, you prepare it yourself, but don't have to go shopping. Would stay here again!
9.0 / 10.0
Great pretty location, comfy beds, friendly staff, very cosy commons spaces, very clean bathroom and room. Would defo come back!
Parking was tricky - not enough spots for everyone.
4.0 / 10.0
It was located just by a small river which was nice. Also just a 2 min walk to the bus to Cliffs of Moher, Ennis, Galway. Only a 5-10 min walk to Fisherstreet. Nice cottage looking from outside. Had a small lounge area where guests can meet.
For us this was a bit too basic, but of course it depends on what you are after. The location is good but the interior felt a bit outdated and did not give us the welcoming feeling you can get in a guesthouse. We had 1 family delux and 1 family superior. The family delux had 1 double bed and 1 bunk bed and the superior had 1 single and 1 double. Both with its own shower and toilet. I'm not sure why it was called delux or superior because this was a normal guesthouse standard. Very basic. One of the rooms had a small wooden sofa for 1 adult or 2 small children plus a chair and a table.
Also the host told us AFTER arrival that for our family of 4 adults it would have been enough with one of the rooms. So I asked why she did not contact me saying this BEFORE our arrival so I could have cancelled the other room. She said it was because I booked with Booking.com and not directly with her. I told her I put in 4 adults in my search in booking.com and then the 2 rooms came up so I thought that maybe the bunk beds were for children only, that was perhaps why I got 2 rooms. But she explained it was not the case. Also the bunk bed mattress were very thin.
Wanted to checkout next morning at 07.45 but door to reception area was closed and opened first 08.00. Had to find one person in the kitchen who I left the room key too, from outside window.
The luggage storage if you are too early, it is the open lounge area open for everyone. So not behind locked doors.
We had a bit high expectations on this guesthouse but we were disappointed.
10.0 / 10.0
My room had a bathroom and it was quiet. 1 block from food, music etc but no Main Street noise
8.0 / 10.0
Very cozy and charming place! I was comfortable and loved being within walking distance of several pubs and the Cliffs of Moher walk.
It all turned out okay in the end but I think it's a good heads up for travelers that this property has a more strict check-in deadline (I think it was 8pm). I did notify them that I would be later than that (had to drive several hours) but there is only a very small staff and they had already gone home by the time I arrived and had to come back.
9.0 / 10.0
Absolutely LOVED our stay here! The owner is so kind and accommodating, you truly feel like you’re at home here.
8.0 / 10.0
It was very quiet
WiFi connection was really bad. Couldn't even open an email.
8.0 / 10.0
Located just beside a river. very nice place. walking distance to pub. most of the eating place around close at 8pm.
We had a rom that can fit 4 persons with a double bed and a bunk bed with attached bathroom but only 2 of us staying in the room. The room is pretty small, it will be difficult if you have big / more luggage for 4 persons. There are a few parking lots at the back of the hostel.
To provide toileteries in the private bathroom.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and amenities!
8.0 / 10.0
Manager was lovely
Room was small
10.0 / 10.0
Really great accommodations. Super friendly host with a clean kitchen. Location was perfect to walk up or down the Main Street to shopping and pubs.
No complaints.
9.0 / 10.0
This place is super cosy and quaint. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Alva was very friendly we felt very welcomed. She's also very knowledgeable about the area.
Lovely clean place with super cheap brekkie options.
doors a bit too loud in the whole building. we could hear the room next to us going in and out at nighttime and woke us up.
9.0 / 10.0
Well organized and lovely staff very clean
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10.0 / 10.0
Comfortable clean lovely host to welcome us there. Warm shower and excellent facilities throughout. Would recommend this to anyone.
9.0 / 10.0
Perfect location in middle of Doolin
Comfortable beds and clean private room
Excellent cooking facilities with all kitchen utensils and equipment provided
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10.0 / 10.0
Very well located and typical
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10.0 / 10.0
The accommodation was wonderful, the house is charming, the beds are comfortable, the gentleman who welcomed us was very friendly. The accommodation is also very central, 2 minutes from the bus that goes to Cliffs Moher. There are several pubs nearby, Doolin is a quiet village, good for relaxing. I would return to this accommodation.
7.0 / 10.0
Lovely place. Location was great and staff was very pleasant.
10.0 / 10.0
The property was meticulously clean. The hostel staff was professional, kind, and helpful. The property is in a great location and sits beside a beautiful river.
7.0 / 10.0
Great spot, not far from the Cliffs of Moher. Good kitchen, although not a real oven, but all other kitchen facilities
Only one power bank in the room that wasn’t working well, so couldn’t charge devices. Couldn’t adjust temp in shower
8.0 / 10.0
Great location in Doolin! Ideal for a group of 3 adults. Comfy clean beds.
Stayed on ground floor and had issue with noise from upstairs guests i,e, creaky floorboards and noise travelling easily.
8.0 / 10.0
great value, friendly staff. no complaints !
5.0 / 10.0
Very dark in rooms . Not much floor space for bags
8.0 / 10.0
Good sized room with ensuite toilet.
The shower was in a seperate building. But it was clean and private so only a minor inconvenience
FAQs
Is parking included with this hostel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Aille River Tourist Hostel and Campsite Doolin. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Aille River Tourist Hostel and Campsite Doolin pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Aille River Tourist Hostel and Campsite Doolin?
We found 17 amenities for this rental. This includes golf course (within 2 mi), free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, and heating.
