This is a hostel run by the local community. Cathy was very responsive to my questions. Booking was simple and painless as was check-in. Check-in is manned from 15:00 to 20:00 but late checkers in were accommodated.
The family en-suite room was very comfortable and clean and was as described. The staff are all native Irish speakers and are very friendly and eager to get to know the guest further. Kitchen facilities are excellent with loads of delf, cutlery etc so very easy to self cater. We did not use the lounge as we had a busy schedule in the vicinity. Adjoining the hostel is the community centre which our kids have access to to run, play ball etc. Just to be aware, this hostel is in an extremely rural location so unless you are hiking the Kerry Way, one will need a car or bike at the very least. If you are looking for the charm of rural Ireland and its communities - then this is the place to be.
We recommend Dromid Community Hostel for a family stay in South Kerry. We hope to return.