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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Slemish Barn Hostel in Ballymena offers family rooms with private bathrooms and showers. Guests enjoy mountain views and tiled floors, ensuring a pleasant stay. Essential Facilities: The hostel features a garden, terrace, and outdoor seating area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, enhancing connectivity for all visitors. Convenient Amenities: Private check-in and check-out services, a lounge, and a shared kitchen cater to guest needs. Free on-site private parking provides added convenience. Local Attractions: Located 25 mi from Belfast International Airport, the hostel is close to Glenariff Forest Park (17 mi) and Belfast Castle (25 mi). Highly rated for its host, kitchen, and family-friendliness.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Louise
United States
“It was very quite and we slept good.The beds we're comfortable .” - Jennifer
United States
“The atmosphere, the people who run it, the other guests. A lovely place. Accepts dogs!! Make sure yours is well-behaved. Keeps others safe and comfortable so they continue to accept dogs :)” - Matthew
United Kingdom
“Lovley room with on suite, I will be back again for sure and lovley host” - Anonymous
United States
“The property was beautiful, especially the back garden. Full of flowers! The bedrooms were cute and comfortable, and the dining room and shared spaces were very comfy and inviting. The hostess was incredible and went above and beyond to make our...” - Anonymous
Canada
“I liked the little room felt cozy, and the hostel provided a breakfast of toast and coffee/tea and cereal. There was lots of parking available and the room was a bunk bed and mostly cozy.” - Chaoqun
United Kingdom
“I loved Meabh's gentleness and kindness. After my stay, she dropped me off near school, which made it so convenient and comfortable. I was so grateful! I also loved the dog and the lovely handmade fabrics.” - Alexandra
Ireland
“I had a fantastic time staying at the Slemish Barn Hostel. The accommodation was really quirky and comfortable with all the amenities you could probably think of and more. The host, Maebh, goes out of her way to accommodate everything, and...” - Katie
Australia
“Super cosy and beautifully located. Maedbh was a most gracious host and happy to recommend things to do” - French
Ireland
“Maeve could not do more to make us feel at home. All the guests were very nice and chatty. Good find.” - Mary
Ireland
“Had the most treasured experience at Slemish Barn Hostel, home from home Can’t say enough about Maeve, warm, welcoming and an absolute delight. Thank you Maeve for your kindness and all round loveliness, we hope to be back”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.


The fine print
Please inform Slemish Barn Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.