In western Ireland’s County Sligo, The Benwiskin Centre in Ballintrillick offers comfortable en-suite rooms in a rural location. With a TV lounge and spacious garden, this self-catering hostel provides free parking and Wi-Fi in all public areas. Private rooms have an en suite shower and toilet. They have use of the centre’s communal facilities including a kitchen and dining area, lounge, ironing facilities and a barbecue. Towels can be rented from the property for a surcharge. A popular local activity includes hiking at the nearby Benwiskin includes a walk or drive around the panoramic Gleniff Horseshoe Valley. The nearest beach at Mullaghmore, on the Wild Atlantic Way, is just over 8 km away. Ballintrillick is rich in history with a ruined abbey and ancient graveyard. The village of Cliffoney is a 10-minute drive from The Benwiskin Centre.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 bunk bed
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
7.0
High score for Ballaghnatrillick
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mary
    Ireland Ireland
    Great value room was spotless. Access to kitchen with all the facilities. Would definitely go again when visiting Yeats Country.
  • Nidarsha
    Belgium Belgium
    Such a clean beautiful place. Exceeded my expectations. Staff were very helpful as well. Quiet and slept so well. Rooms were very clean. Spotless!!
  • Sharpe
    Ireland Ireland
    A lovely, comfortable and quiet place with amazing scenery.

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Benwiskin Centre
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Child safety socket covers
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

The Benwiskin Centre takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 20:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

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

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Cash The Benwiskin Centre accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The Benwiskin Centre office is open Monday to Friday 09:00 until 20:00.

If you are arriving at the weekend, please advise the property of your expected time of arrival.

Check-in on the day of arrival is between 16:00 to 20:00. During October to March, if arriving on Sunday, check in time is from 15.00 to 17.00.

Please note that towels can be rented from the property for a surcharge.

If travelling from outside the island of Ireland, please check the latest Irish Government advice before making a booking and ensure that you are aware of the pre-departure COVID-19 RT-PCR test and post-arrival quarantine requirements.

Please also check the latest travel guidance from your own country’s Department of Foreign Affairs before travelling.

When booking [5] rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please inform The Benwiskin Centre in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about The Benwiskin Centre

  • Yes, The Benwiskin Centre is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Benwiskin Centre offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at The Benwiskin Centre may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Benwiskin Centre is 550 yards from the centre of Ballaghnatrillick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at The Benwiskin Centre is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.