Quaint place, but I can recommend this place only if you need a place to sleep and shower. As a…read morehostel, it's lacking a common room and full access to the kitchen. During the day, the kitchen is used for the attached tearoom. I couldn't access the kitchen until after 7pm. In addition, the fridge and freezer were locked so I couldn't even store my food properly. Complimentary breakfast was only one piece of Tesco white bread toast and a tea. It was a bit difficult checking in since there's no reception desk, but I found the manager or owner in the kitchen after asking around. There's not much security as the entrance door and door room were unlocked at all times. The 10-bed ensuite dorm contained a bathroom. Unfortunately, the room was fully booked so there were wait times to use the restroom. The wifi was weak past the second floor. The one positive is its location in the town center. Overall, I'd recommend staying elsewhere if you're in Tralee, like the Castle Hostel ( https://www.yelp.com/biz/castle-hostel-tralee ).

The hardworking ladies who run this amazing hostel really made our experience here a wonderful one.read more

The best hostel I stayed in during my 6 weeks in Ireland, maybe the best hostel I've stayed ever! I…read moremainly stayed here because I missed being in a small village and wanted to climb Mount Brandon. To get to the village of Cloghane without a car, you can take a bus from Tralee. Or you can do what I did and hitchhike! The Irish are such warm, friendly chatty people that I highly recommend hitchhiking in Ireland. Anyway, the nearest "big" town is Dingle which is a 20-minute scenic drive, but there is no direct bus from/to there. Again, you can easily hitchhike it there or see if anyone at the hostel is going there. There is a small grocery store in town, plus a couple of pubs that serve food, however no ATMs. You may want to bring your own groceries like I did. Breakfast is included and includes different cereals including small cereal boxes for the kids, a variety of breads including soda bread (!), spreads, butter, yogurt, milk, tea, coffee--all available out in the open all day. The large kitchen has several burners, ovens, dishwasher, plenty of pots, pans, and dishes. And more impressively, french press coffee makers! The location is amazing. Right near the water. It's a shame it rains even in August, otherwise it would've been a nice place to hang out and have a meal. The best way to reserve your room or bed is to call directly. You can book online through Hostelbookers.com but noticed the price was a bit more there. The 4-bed female dorm room included an ensuite bathroom. It was on the small side so can be crowded with everyone's backpacks lying around. No worries since I spent most of my time in the common area. There were other shower and toilet facilities in case someone was using the ensuite bathroom. The common room was such a nice place to hang out especially after a day of hiking. So comfortable and cozy! During my 3 days, there were several families, a few couples, and a group of German girls who were doing the Dingle Way. The staff is great. After hiking Mount Brandon, my shoes, socks, everything got wet. One of the staff members helped me dry my shoes. Then I got my laundry done which was finished fast by European standards since they have a dryer! Mary, the owner, ended up waiving the €5 laundry charge since I stayed 3 days! Highly recommend this place if you want to get away from the cities and experience Irish hospitality in a small town. And of course, climb Mount Brandon.

Best Hostel in Killarney. It is also possible to rent a bicycle from the hostel which is in the…read morecentre of town and the owner is local, friendly and provides lots of valuable and good information for the area.

Checked in here to recover from a Hiking knee injury. Staff were friendly and helpful and nobody…read moreminded my sitting in the common room all day with a bag of ice. Though it was at the top of my price range, it was quaint and cozy, and very clean. The Lord of the Rings feel and Shire Pub attached don't hurt either!

It's a no frills place to stay but not what you think of when you hear the word "hostel". It's more…read morelike a basic motel. It appears to cater to hikers and backpackers, with lots of hiking maps and brochures in the lobby. We had a private room and bathroom, perfect for a two night stay in Killarney where we were out exploring all day. Towels are provided, but you'll have to bring everything else (like shampoo and soap). The location is a short walking distance to restaurants, bars, and shopping, as well as a short drive to Killarney National Park. You can't park your car right at the hostel, but we were directed to a church parking lot about a 10 minute walk away. The Wi-Fi is really spotty and comes in when it wants. It seems to work the best in the lobby, off and on in room 501, and so-so in the kitchen. Do it yourself toast, cereal, and coffee or tea for breakfast is included with your room stay. There are also do it yourself dishes. The kitchen has a large fridge for guests' food, which was helpful as we packed lunches both days we were there. It isn't the quietest place; walls are thin and you can hear doors slamming throughout the building. On our second night there was a rowdy group of 12 year old boys screaming up and down the hallways between 10 and 11 at night. Neptune's isn't luxurious, but it's decent and affordable.

This place was pretty nice, as far as hostels go. The front desk staff were all very nice and…read morefriendly, they booked us a tour of the Ring of Kerry (no way was I driving those narrow mountain roads) and may have even gotten us a discount on it. We got a private room with a double bed and a private bathroom and it was clean and cozy. It wasn't noisy and I got a good night's sleep both nights we stayed there. The common areas include a kitchen, lounge area with an internet computer and library, and we were there in the early part of the season, so it was pretty empty most of the time. The breakfast was AMAZING. So. much. food. We had just stayed at a hostel in Cork where breakfast was all you can eat toast, so this was just about the most exciting thing ever. There was cereal and milk, yogurt, toast, juice, etc. We went away stuffed and met some very interesting people while eating. My only complaint is that we had booked the hostel from our other hostel in Cork (the desk clerk called over for us), and we had requested a less-nice i.e. cheaper room than the one we were given. I would have taken a free upgrade, but they charged us for the nicer room. We were too tired when we checked in to argue about it, but I would advise people to pay attention to what you agreed to when you book and what they actually charge you. Still, if you're going to Killarney, I highly recommend this place.

TBSH felt like a home hostel than anything else…read more Not many reviews which is a no no when deciding a place to stay but TBSH certainly upon walk-in is a great place to stay. Everything is new. Even the owner is still nailing signs to the decor. A beautiful lounge area and spacious kitchen which leads to both a staircase to the sleeping area and in outdoor idea for relax and acts like a garden too. Chicken in the back provide the eggs for breakfast. But your here for the dorm recommendations. The 8 person room (private is available) is great. Still new and the beds are comfortable and warm think sheets. Each space has their own light and 2 power points for charging and alone time with strong wifi to come with. The showers and toilets are clean daily with locks within the rooms. Sharing Showers available too. When arrive you go through all the usual rules. But what's cool is that your placed in a room with people speak your language (I was placed in the Australia room). Kinda genius. Female only and mixed dorms. Breakfast is basic and plenty of Cafes short walk. Coffee still isn't great in Killarney. 5/5 for the hostel. Mark My Words

A clean and comfortable bed along with a warm shower is not always easy to come by when…read morebackpacking. This place exceeded all expectations. The bunks had the most comfortable bed I had experienced during my travel. The bunks had privacy curtains, lockers, and a reading light. The bathrooms were clean, always smelled good and the showers had instant hot water. The kitchen was perfect, and faced the eating area so you could still talk to your friends. In the eating area they had an activities board with things to do, regardless of weather, and it was updated every night with the best pub to go to for live Irish music. I loved the lounge area where everyone gathered at the end of the day and chatted. It is an amazing place to stay at and has very friendly staff & owners, an absolute delight.

Kenmare Lodge hostel is an excellent budget option in one of the most quaint villages I have ever…read morebeen to. This hostel is clean and spic and span as can be. With private baths and TVs in private rooms, it's like the Taj Mahal of hostels. Fully equipped, and equally clean kitchen. Only downer is that there is no breakfast, but with cheap options in town (coffee shops and open air market), it's manageable. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown, nearby a fish and chips joint and an internet cafe next door. What else could you want?