We stayed in a Glent. This is one of those unique experiences you absolutely have to try. We had a blast! The bed was comfortable. The glent was gorgeous. The shared bathrooms inside the hostel were clean and always had plenty of hot water downstairs. Breakfast was great, including fresh eggs, porridge, bread just out of the oven, and more. The coffee was fantastic too; ground on site and made in a press. For a coffee snob like me, that was unexpected and so appreciated.
Stephen and his wife were friendly and always helpful. The setup of their hostel is just amazing. There’s a huge focus on repurposing and recycling. They have a living room for relaxing and a kitchen completely stocked with everything necessary to cook a meal, as well as other perks like the huge library.
Of course, it’s also worth mentioning that Connemara National Park is accessible just around the back, so it’s perfectly located!