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Clean:
"Stunning surroundings and good clean cosy accommodation." — source Hostelworld
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Location:
"Brilliant place in a brilliant location." — source Hostelworld
More information on Glanmore Lake (Hostelling International)
This old school house is located at the foot of the Tim Healy pass and is near the Beara Way. The view from the top is magnificent and is reminiscent of the Alps. The area, called Tuoist, has mountains, lakes, the sea, and forests, and could be described as a holiday paradise.The towns of Kenmare, Castletownbere and Glengarriff are each about 27km distance.This quaint two-story hostel is beautifully situated in a quiet rural valley on the South Western shore of Glanmore Lake. Once a boarding school, this charming hostel has four dormitory rooms and has self-catering facilities.
Directions
Road/Car: From Kenmare turn right at Sound Bridge onto R571. Follow signs to Lauragh. Hostel is 4km from Lauragh.Bus: Killarney to Castletownbere (Summer: 28th June to August 30th). Alight at Lauragh which is 4km from the youth hostel.Harrington Bus Co. (027-74003) offer a special price for Hostelling International Members (upon the production of their card) and runs from Cork (6pm) from opposite the Bus Station at Parnell Place , opposite Mulligans Bar, to Ardgroom. From here, take a taxi (approximately �16.50) 13km to the Youth Hostel or walk 5km from Lauragh on the R274.Rail: Killarney is 56km from the hostel
Information by HostelworldCheck rates & availability for this hotel — Average Price: $26
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