Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel

Property class: 2

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Interior detail
Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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1 & 3 Garden Court, Gweedore Road, Dungloe, Donegal, F94 E22D
  • Place, Long Lough
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Lough Tun
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lough Nacre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 9
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 9
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Dungloe

Within a short walk of Long Lough, Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of Lough Tunny. This 9-room hostel has in-room conveniences like dining areas, sitting areas, and refrigerators.

What's nearby

  • Long Lough - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lough Tun - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lough Nacre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Glenveagh National Park - 33 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Donegal Castle - 60 min drive - 43.2 miles

Getting around

  • Donegal (CFN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharkeys Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Danny Minnies - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Viking - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mccafferty’s Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casadh an tSúgain - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel

Guests of Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a TV in a common area, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Other amenities include dining areas, sitting areas, and refrigerators.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 9 per person

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 9.00 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served or permitted at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel Dungloe
Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel?

This hostel is located in Dungloe within a short 14-minute walk of Long Lough. You'll also find Lough Tunny and Heather Loughs within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel?

As of Apr 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel on Apr 25, 2026 start from $35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel?

The closest major airport to Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel is Donegal (CFN), which is 7.7 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is around 27.3 mi away.

Donegal Wild Atlantic Hostel Reviews

Reviews

4.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 3 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

4.8/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel appears to have closed down some time ago but the website still accepts bookings. I will attempt to get my money back. DO NOT BOOK THIS HOSTEL
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great Hostel.

Excellent accommodations which are obviously very new. The guy in charge was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Emmi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WARNING! Don’t book this hostel!! As Chris mentions it has run out of business and is closed down, but still takes the payments and sends a confirmation email like nothing. I unfortunately booked it before Chris’ experience.. trying to get hotels.com to remove this hostel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026