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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 in effect at this property.

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Hostel Dempseys Hostel

Dempseys Hostel

Dempseys Hostel, Eastern Road, Kinsale, Ireland – Great location - show map

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8.0
Very Good
568 reviews
  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    7.5

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Location

    8.5

  • Total

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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.

Bonnie 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? 😊

Beth United States of America

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.

Kristjan Ireland

The staff members were very friendly and helpful. They gave me some good hints of where to go for good attractions.

Jane United States of America

The staff was impressive and very welcoming. Good vibes in the hostel.

Lucia Italy

The staff - Alex and Pat were amazing! So friendly and helpful. Made our stay amazing.

Julie Ireland

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.

Madeline United States of America

Good little hostel, Alex the manager is lovely & gives great recommendations. Clean & comfortable. Short walk into town.

Kali Canada

The friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. It felt like a homey place to just unwind and converse with the staff and fellow travellers.

Caribgyul United States of America

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.

Shelby Ireland

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8.9
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8.0
Very Good
568 reviews
  • 8.9

    Free WiFi

  • What guests loved the most:
  • “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!”
    Bonnie Bonnie United States of America 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.”
    Beth Beth United States of America United States of America
  • “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.”
    Kristjan Kristjan Ireland Ireland
  • “The staff members were very friendly and helpful. They gave me some good hints of where to go for good attractions.”
    Jane Jane United States of America United States of America
  • “The staff was impressive and very welcoming. Good vibes in the hostel.”
    Lucia Lucia Italy Italy
  • “The staff - Alex and Pat were amazing! So friendly and helpful. Made our stay amazing.”
    Julie Julie Ireland Ireland
  • “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.”
    Madeline Madeline United States of America United States of America
  • “Good little hostel, Alex the manager is lovely & gives great recommendations. Clean & comfortable. Short walk into town.”
    Kali Kali Canada Canada
  • “The friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. It felt like a homey place to just unwind and converse with the staff and fellow travellers.”
    Caribgyul Caribgyul United States of America United States of America
  • “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.”
    Shelby Shelby Ireland 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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8.0
Very Good
568 reviews
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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.”

  • 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

  • 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.”

  • 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.”

  • Lucia Italy

    “The staff was impressive and very welcoming. Good vibes in the hostel.”

  • Julie Ireland

    “The staff - Alex and Pat were amazing! So friendly and helpful. Made our stay amazing.”

  • 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.”

  • Kali Canada

    “Good little hostel, Alex the manager is lovely & gives great recommendations. Clean & comfortable. Short walk into town. ”

  • 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.”

  • 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.”

Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Great location - show map
What's nearby
  • Kinsale Golf Club
    0.3 miles
  • Charles Fort
    1.3 miles
  • Fernhill Golf & Country Club
    8.9 miles
  • Douglas Golf Club
    12 miles
  • Musgrave Park
    12.1 miles
  • Cork University Hospital
    12.1 miles
  • Frankfield Golf Club
    12.1 miles
  • Cork Institute of Technology
    12.3 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar The Spaniard
    0.3 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea Atlantic Ocean
    0.1 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Dock Beach
    4,350 feet
Closest Airports
  • Cork Airport
    9.4 miles
  • Kerry Airport
    54.6 miles
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Amenities of Dempseys Hostel

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
  • 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
  • Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Secure parking
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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Sustainability initiatives

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House rules Dempseys Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

1:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
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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

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free

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.

Cards accepted at this property

Maestro Mastercard Visa Dempseys Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Dempseys Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

For group bookings of 2 rooms or more different terms and conditions may apply. For more information contact the property using the details on the Booking Confirmation.

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 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

  • The prices at Dempseys Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Dempseys Hostel is 2,150 feet from the center of Kinsale.

  • 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

  • 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

  • Check-in at Dempseys Hostel is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Dempseys Hostel by:

    • Bus 30min

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  • Staff8.5
  • Facilities7.5
  • Cleanliness7.8
  • Comfort7.5
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location8.5
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