Ben Lettery, Galway, Ierland

Friendly country hostel in the heart of Connemara, situated amongst beautiful scenery with panoramic views of the Connemara mountains behind the hostel and a beautiful lake at the front.

Nearby are the villages Clifden (13km)and Recess (8km/ shop, pub and petrol station only). But also the pretty village of Roundstone (14km)situated on the Atlantic ocean.

Inisboffin, the island of legend and folklore, can be visited from nearby Cleggan.

With the Twelve Bens Mountains to the rear of the Ben Lettery Hostel and the lake to the front this is the perfect hostel to visit if you are interested in cycling, hill walking or swimming.

Also a good base to visit the Aran Islands (45 min. from Rossaveal where the ferry operates)

Reception opens at 17:00 until 22:00.

You'll find a big self catering kitchen, a spacious dining room and a homely common room with turf fire and beautiful views.

Please note:

We do not accept group bookings for 10 people or more. Any such booking will be canceled and the deposit will not be refunded.

For all group bookings please email groups@hostelbookers.com.

The hostel does not take long term stays maximum stay is for 7 nights.

Micheal Nee Coaches - For enquiries (groups etc.) phone 095-51082. Departs from Galway & Clifden several times a day.

Also, Bus Éireann Galway - Clifden, which passes by the Youth Hostel, alight at the gate. (Express bus nr. 61)Beware not all buses pass the hostel, you might have to get off at Canal Bridge (ask driver) and walk for 30 minutes direction Clifden.

By Car or Bike, follow the signs for Clifden (N59). Pass through Recess and the Youth Hostel is on the right hand side approximately 8km further on. (1 hour drive from Galway by car)

Getting there:

Micheal Nee Coaches - For enquiries (groups etc.) phone 095-51082. Also, Bus Éireann Galway - Clifden, which passes by the Youth Hostel, alight at the gate. By Car or Bike, follow the signs for Clifden (N59). Pass through Recess and the Youth Hostel is on the right hand side approximately 8km further on.