Glendalough International Youth Hostel, Laragh
Overview
Located around 5 minutes' walk from Priests' House, Glendalough International Youth Hostel Laragh offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park. This Laragh hostel lies in an entertainment neighbourhood, and the nearest bus stop, Glendalough, is a mere 500 metres away.
Location
The hostel is 3.1 km from Wicklow Mountains National Park, at the foot of a mountain. St Kevins Way can be reached near the property.
This Laragh hostel provides a beautiful location merely 400 metres from Glendalough Cathedral.
The nearest airport is Dublin, situated 75 km from Glendalough International Youth hostel.
Rooms
Some rooms provide free wireless internet to enhance guests' leisure time. There are en suite bathrooms at this property with a lowered sink and a raised toilet for a more comfortable stay.
Eat & Drink
You can enjoy evenings in the lounge bar. The Laragh hostel is also fitted with a shared kitchen.
Leisure & Business
This hostel features bike loans to make your visit more entertaining.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Free parking
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Table tennis
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
Services
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
Recommended for:
Guided hiking toursThe hotel offers guided hikes to the nearby Wicklow Mountains National Park, where visitors can see picturesque valleys and hills.
Star gazing nightsThe hotel provides a unique opportunity to witness the mesmerizing beauty of the night sky with the help of a telescope and a knowledgeable guide.
Sheepdog demonstrationsGuests can observe the impressive skills of trained sheepdogs, who showcase their herding abilities by guiding sheep through an obstacle course.
Wild food foragingThe hotel conducts guided tours to the countryside, where visitors can learn about local flora, identify edible plants, and taste wild berries.
Archery lessonsThe hotel has a dedicated archery range where guests can try their hand at this ancient sport under the guidance of a trained expert.
Outdoor movie nightsThe hotel screens popular movies in an outdoor setting, complete with cozy blankets and popcorn.
- Soap-making workshops
- Traditional Irish breakfast
- Yoga classes
- Game nights
- Storytelling evenings
- Group cooking classes
- Craft workshops
Location
* Nestled in the scenic Wicklow Mountains, the area is near the monastic settlement of Glendalough and the glacial valley. * Offering outdoor activities like hiking trails, historical sites such as the Glendalough monastic city, and the picturesque Glendalough Upper Lake. * Powerscourt Gardens, Waterfall, and the Avoca village attract nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility.
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