Hostel Dempseys Hostel
Dempseys Hostel, Eastern Road, Kinsale, Ireland – Great location - show map
The staff were lovely and accommodating, giving me lots of info and tips for my stay. Town is a short, and pleasant, 5 minutes walk away - Kinsale is beautiful! Cozy and comfortable atmosphere all around. Would love to return.
United States of AmericaAlex and Bonnie were very accommodating and made my stay extra special. Everyone is friendly, the bed was super comfortable and the kitchen was well organized. The conservatory space was great for breakfast, too. Good WiFi and clean bathrooms... what more could a person want? 😊
United States of AmericaGood staff, clean, cozy, not far from the kinsale center. I also want to add. There I was with a broken leg. and loved the attitude and understanding from the staff.
IrelandThe staff members were very friendly and helpful. They gave me some good hints of where to go for good attractions.
United States of AmericaThe staff was impressive and very welcoming. Good vibes in the hostel.
ItalyThe staff - Alex and Pat were amazing! So friendly and helpful. Made our stay amazing.
IrelandThe staff was top notch. Atmosphere friendly. Owner even transported me in his own vehicle to the church for me to attend a wedding. Thanks for a wonderful visit.
United States of AmericaGood little hostel, Alex the manager is lovely & gives great recommendations. Clean & comfortable. Short walk into town.
CanadaThe friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. It felt like a homey place to just unwind and converse with the staff and fellow travellers.
United States of AmericaThe staff was amazing and so accommodating. The people I met were varied and lovely. The facilities were clean, orderly, and I loved the set up of everything. Beds were nice and the location is excellent. Definitely would stay again.
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Dempseys Hostel
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Bonnie
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Beth
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Kristjan
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Jane
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Lucia
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Julie
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Madeline
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Kali
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Caribgyul
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Shelby
Ireland
Dempseys Hostel is just 5 minutes’ walk from the center of Kinsale and its seafront. The hostel offers free WiFi, a garden and private dorms. The property welcomes tourists, backpackers and families from all backgrounds.
All accommodations at Dempseys Hostel has simple design and includes access to a shared bathroom.
Guests can make use of barbecue facilities and there is a supermarket a 5-minute walk away.
Cork is around 25 minutes’ drive away, while the scenic countryside and coast around Kinsale is within easy reach.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.
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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)
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ROOM A family room
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See what guests loved the most:
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Bonnie
United States of America“The staff were lovely and accommodating, giving me lots of info and tips for my stay. Town is a short, and pleasant, 5 minutes walk away - Kinsale is beautiful! Cozy and comfortable atmosphere all around. Would love to return.”
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Beth
United States of America
“Alex and Bonnie were very accommodating and made my stay extra special. Everyone is friendly, the bed was super comfortable and the kitchen was well organized. The conservatory space was great for breakfast, too. Good WiFi and clean bathrooms... what more could a person want? 😊” Read more
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Kristjan
Ireland“Good staff, clean, cozy, not far from the kinsale center. I also want to add. There I was with a broken leg. and loved the attitude and understanding from the staff.”
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Jane
United States of America
“The staff members were very friendly and helpful. They gave me some good hints of where to go for good attractions.”
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Lucia
Italy“The staff was impressive and very welcoming. Good vibes in the hostel.”
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Julie
Ireland
“The staff - Alex and Pat were amazing! So friendly and helpful. Made our stay amazing.”
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Madeline
United States of America
“The staff was top notch. Atmosphere friendly. Owner even transported me in his own vehicle to the church for me to attend a wedding. Thanks for a wonderful visit.”
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Kali
Canada“Good little hostel, Alex the manager is lovely & gives great recommendations. Clean & comfortable. Short walk into town. ”
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Caribgyul
United States of America
“The friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. It felt like a homey place to just unwind and converse with the staff and fellow travellers.”
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Shelby
Ireland
“The staff was amazing and so accommodating. The people I met were varied and lovely. The facilities were clean, orderly, and I loved the set up of everything. Beds were nice and the location is excellent. Definitely would stay again.”
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About Dempseys Hostel
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Kinsale Golf Club0.3 miles
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Charles Fort1.3 miles
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Fernhill Golf & Country Club8.9 miles
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Douglas Golf Club12 miles
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Musgrave Park12.1 miles
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Cork University Hospital12.1 miles
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Frankfield Golf Club12.1 miles
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Cork Institute of Technology12.3 miles
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Cafe/Bar The Spaniard0.3 miles
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Ocean/Sea Atlantic Ocean0.1 miles
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Cork Airport9.4 miles
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Kerry Airport54.6 miles
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Amenities of Dempseys Hostel
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Snorkeling
- Horseback riding
- Diving
- Cycling Off-site
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Library
- Bicycle rental (additional charge)
- Windsurfing
- Game room
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Secure parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Fax/Photocopying
- Car rental
- Laundry Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
General
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- Czech
- English
- French
- Polish
- Slovak
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 2 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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Crib by request
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Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Dempseys Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that all private Rooms (A, B, F, G and H) are booked for your group only and will never require sharing with any other guests. All Dorms are running at half-capacity due to Covid-19. In rooms C and D you will be sharing with a maximum of 3 other guests and have ample space to distance.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.
Please inform Dempseys 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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.
FAQs about Dempseys Hostel
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Dempseys Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Bicycle rental (additional charge)
- Game room
- Snorkeling
- Library
- Diving
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Windsurfing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Horseback riding
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Dempseys Hostel by:
- Bus 30min
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Check-in at Dempseys Hostel is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Dempseys Hostel is 2,150 feet from the center of Kinsale.
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The prices at Dempseys Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Dempseys Hostel (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
- Secure parking
