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The Skellig Lodge & Hostel

Ballinskelligs, Co. Kerry, Ballinskelligs, Ireland – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 315 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.1
Very Good
315 reviews

Location, friendly, clean. A beautiful array of flowers on dining tablets.

Berni Ireland

The kitchen had room for three people to cook simultaneously, and amenities to accommodate (pans, pots, flatware, dinnerware). The dining area was on the small side, but large enough to have four or five families (in normal times). Pleasant decor, decent quality as well. Good hostel setup.

Shelley United States of America

The location is amazing. The rooms are basic but are clean and functional.

Ken Ireland

Kitchen have everything what you need to prepare your food, dinning room is nice ,clean. Bathroom very clean, bedroom big enaufe, materaces bit old. Garden nice for kids running around. First time in hostel with kids but we comming home with good memories. Thank you.

Renata Ireland

Beautiful view from my 2nd floor room overlooking the bay. Staff was so accommodating 👍🏼

Sean United States of America

Very clean, great location. Kitchen well equipped. Staff very nice and friendly. Eill definitely be back.

Igor Ireland

Welcoming staff Clean and friendly good cooking facilities

Finbarr Ireland

Really nice and clean hostel, great facilities and walking distance to the beach. It even has a long clothes line to hang bathers and towels to dry. Great communication with staff, comfortable bed and rooms. We were lucky as there were only a couple other people staying, so it was very quiet.

Kate Australia

Stayed in a ensuite room. Good value for money. Comfortable bed. Nice dining room with good kitchen facilities. Self check in and out. I'll definitely stay again. Short drive to Ballinskellig beach.

Teresa Ireland

The cleanest and most comfortable hostel that we have ever been to, very well equipped kitchen, nice and kind staff and perfect location. We would recommend to everyone, thank you, hope to visit you again!

Tereza Czech Republic
8.1
Very Good
315 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Location, friendly, clean. A beautiful array of flowers on dining tablets.”
    Berni Berni Ireland Ireland
  • “The kitchen had room for three people to cook simultaneously, and amenities to accommodate (pans, pots, flatware, dinnerware).”
    Shelley Shelley United States of America United States of America
  • “The location is amazing. The rooms are basic but are clean and functional.”
    Ken Ken Ireland Ireland
  • “Kitchen have everything what you need to prepare your food, dinning room is nice ,clean. Bathroom very clean, bedroom big enaufe, materaces bit old. Garden nice for kids running around.”
    Renata Renata Ireland Ireland
  • “Beautiful view from my 2nd floor room overlooking the bay. Staff was so accommodating 👍🏼”
    Sean Sean United States of America United States of America
  • “Very clean, great location. Kitchen well equipped. Staff very nice and friendly. Eill definitely be back.”
    Igor Igor Ireland Ireland
  • “Welcoming staff Clean and friendly good cooking facilities”
    Finbarr Finbarr Ireland Ireland
  • “Really nice and clean hostel, great facilities and walking distance to the beach. It even has a long clothes line to hang bathers and towels to dry.”
    Kate Kate Australia Australia
  • “Stayed in a ensuite room. Good value for money. Comfortable bed. Nice dining room with good kitchen facilities. Self check in and out. I'll definitely stay again. Short drive to Ballinskellig beach.”
    Teresa Teresa Ireland Ireland
  • “The cleanest and most comfortable hostel that we have ever been to, very well equipped kitchen, nice and kind staff and perfect location.”
    Tereza Tereza Czech Republic Czech Republic

Categories:

  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities8.2
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.3
  • Value for money8.8
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi 6.8
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Overlooking Ballinskelligs Bay, Skellig Hostel and Lodge is a modern, yet traditional hostel with fresh, bright bedrooms and internet access and a car park.

Skellig Hostel and Lodge is warm, spacious and has a self-catering kitchen, a dining room, a TV lounge and private gardens.

The hostel is just off the Skellig Ring,and there are wonderful walks and Blue Flag beaches close by.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

The Skellig Lodge & Hostel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 24, 2009

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Most popular amenities
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Free WiFi
Family rooms

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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Closest beach

  • Ballinskelligs Beach

    9.5 Exceptional beach
    2,350 feet from property
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
6.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Berni
    IrelandIreland
    “Location, friendly, clean. A beautiful array of flowers on dining tablets.”
  • Shelley
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The kitchen had room for three people to cook simultaneously, and amenities to accommodate (pans, pots, flatware, dinnerware). The dining area was on the small side, but large enough to have four or five families (in normal times). Pleasant decor,...”
  • Ken
    IrelandIreland
    “The location is amazing. The rooms are basic but are clean and functional.”
  • Renata
    IrelandIreland
    “Kitchen have everything what you need to prepare your food, dinning room is nice ,clean. Bathroom very clean, bedroom big enaufe, materaces bit old. Garden nice for kids running around. First time in hostel with kids but we comming home with good...”
  • Sean
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Beautiful view from my 2nd floor room overlooking the bay. Staff was so accommodating 👍🏼”
  • Igor
    IrelandIreland
    “Very clean, great location. Kitchen well equipped. Staff very nice and friendly. Eill definitely be back.”
  • Finbarr
    IrelandIreland
    “Welcoming staff Clean and friendly good cooking facilities”
  • Kate
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Really nice and clean hostel, great facilities and walking distance to the beach. It even has a long clothes line to hang bathers and towels to dry. Great communication with staff, comfortable bed and rooms. We were lucky as there were only a...”
  • Teresa
    IrelandIreland
    “Stayed in a ensuite room. Good value for money. Comfortable bed. Nice dining room with good kitchen facilities. Self check in and out. I'll definitely stay again. Short drive to Ballinskellig beach.”
  • Tereza
    Czech RepublicCzech Republic
    “The cleanest and most comfortable hostel that we have ever been to, very well equipped kitchen, nice and kind staff and perfect location. We would recommend to everyone, thank you, hope to visit you again!”
Property questions and answers
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  • Do you let guests cook in the kitchen ?
    Yes, our guests can cook for themselves in a fully equipped kitchen.
    Answered on 18 July 2020
  • is there pubs/restaurants nearby
    There is Cafe Cois Trá next to the Ballinskelligs beach & Cable O'Leary Pub
    Answered on 19 June 2022
  • Is this place pet friendly ?thank You
    No, The Skellig Lodge is not pet friendly.
    Answered on 18 July 2020
  • Is there somewhere safe I could store 2 kayaks during my stay
    Yes it is :)
    Answered on 19 June 2022
  • Are sheets and towels included?
    Hello! The sheets are included in the price and you can have a towel for 1 € for your stay.
    Answered on 2 July 2022
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Amenities of The Skellig Lodge & Hostel
Most popular amenities
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Skellig Lodge & Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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

Check-out

5:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

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.

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

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa The Skellig Lodge & Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Reception is only open from 15:00 until 19:30. Late arrivals are possible with prior arrangement.

Guests are recommended to purchase groceries prior to arrival.

Please note that rooms with sea views are subject to availability.

Bed linen is provided, towels can be hired for EUR 1. Toiletries are not provided.

The property advises guests to buy groceries in the town of Caherciveen.

Due to the layout of the property, if you are booking multiple rooms, the property cannot guarantee that they will be located next to each other.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Please inform The Skellig Lodge & 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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about The Skellig Lodge & Hostel

  • Check-in at The Skellig Lodge & Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Skellig Lodge & Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Beach

  • The nearest beach is 2,450 feet from The Skellig Lodge & Hostel.

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

  • The Skellig Lodge & Hostel is 1,000 feet from the center of Ballinskelligs.