My child and I had a lovely time at the monastery hostel. We first booked the love hut which is a lovely wee hut with a glass roof. As I got really excited about the idea I kind of did not think that it might be a bit difficult for a 5 year old to fall asleep there or to get enough sleep in the morning. Stephen was super understanding and we could move into the building for another 2 nights. What can I say. The atmosphere of that place is just wonderful. It’s the kind of hostel I always loved but haven’t been to in a long time. It’s rustic, so much heart and soul in so many parts of the place. Stephen makes a lovely breakfast and wonderful bread and it’s been lovely to meet new people. We got inspired to use more creativity again in our flat. And is as close as you can get to the entrance of the Connemara National park. Start your hike right from there. It’s perfect!