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Fancy getting away from it all? Why not take a relaxing break in the beautiful lakeside village of
Cong and stay in our
3
star Cong Hostel, Co Mayo.
Located near the beautiful shores of Loughs Corrib, Cara and Mask in Co. Mayo in the West of Ireland our Cong Hostel is an excellent place to stay. Managers Margaret & Gerry Collins and their family welcome you to their 3 star hostel.
Cong is one of Ireland's most unique towns and popular destinations. Nestling on the shores of Lough Corrib this is a true gateway to Connemara.
Whatever your interests, whether you enjoy
fishing,
hiking,
pot-holing or any outdoor pursuit for that matter, you are spoilt for choice in Cong.
Perhaps the proudest claim to fame is that Cong was the setting for
"The Quiet Man" movie. The classic film starring John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara, was shot here in 1951 and ever since it has attracted movie buffs that come here to visit the stunning film locations here.
"We only wished that we could stay longer!" USA Group, July 2006, Hostelworld Review
"C
lean, comfortable, and friendly, with a very pleasant walk into town. We can't wait to go back!"
Susan.W, September 2005
Features
This is a
modern hostel in Mayo with en-suite rooms, family rooms, double rooms, and breakfast available. Launderette facilities are also available 7 days a week. There is a nightly showing of "The Quiet Man" film to residents also.
With 80 beds, the Cong Hostel caters for large groups, families, individuals and couples. W
ith dorm prices starting from as little as €16 pp and private ensuite rooms from €22 pp, this top quality hostel is unbeatable value!
***Please note that you must check in before 11pm*****
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Directions
Bus: Bus Eireann: Galway - Ballina service. Alight at Cong (Ashford Castle Gates). Facing the gates, go left on the R345 and take the next right. Hostel is on the right hand side.
Road/Car: From Cong (2km): Take the Headford/Galway Rd past Ashford Castle Gates. Take the next turn right, the hostel is on your right after the cemetery/graveyard.
From Galway: before entering Cong, look for hostel sign at the start of a high wall and turn left.
Sleepzone Galway and Sleepzone Connemara are the 2 nearest youth hostels to Cong Youth Hostel. View map
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Things to do
In 1951 John Ford's greatest movie
"The Quiet Man" starring John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara and Barry Fitzgerald was made. It was set in the beautiful west of Ireland with filming being centred in the village of Cong on the Mayo-Galway border. "Quiet Man Cottage Museum" is a must for any Quiet Man enthusiasts, or even those wishing to visit a typical Irish cottage of the 1920's.
The area is also
rich in archaeology and history with St Patick's Church Cong Abbey and Ashford Castle nearby along with stone circles and high crosses. The village centre features the medieval Cong Abbey and the ruins of the 12th Century Monks Fishing House. The ruins of an Augustinian Abbey stand close to Ashford castle. The abbey was founded in 1128 probably on the site of a 7th century settlement of St Fechin. Here Roderick O'Connor, the last high king of Ireland, died in 1198 after spending the last 15 years of his life in monastic seclusion.
Did you know that
Lough Corrib is Europe's
premier destination for fly fishing?
Our Cong Hostel is located on Lough Corrib which is Europe's
premier wild brown trout fishery. Stunning Lough Corrib is a vast lake of 42,000 acres containing many islands. It is probably the finest game fishing location in Ireland with anglers flocking from all over the world to fish on this great lake and especially during the famous mayfly fishing in early summer. It is really breathtaking!
Use your Hostelling International Membership card to receive discounts in the following attractions in the area:
1. The Michael Davitt Museum
2. Ceide Fields
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Night Life
Danaghers Hotel: Offers pub food all day as well as music. Offers discounts to those staying at the Cong hostel. 00353 (0) 94 9546028
The Hungry Monk: Caf
00353 (0) 94 9546866
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Meals
***Meals are for groups only and they must be pre-booked in advance***
Continental Breakfast @ €5.00pp
Full Irish Breakfast @ €6.50pp
Packed Lunch @ €5.50pp
Dinner @ €13.00pp
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Prices
Cong Hostel, Mayo is open all over Christmas and New Year
Rooms
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April-October
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May-September
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2 bed room (en-suite): per room
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€52.00
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€52.00
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4 bed (en-suite): per room
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€104.00
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€104.00
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4 bed (standard): per room
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€88.00
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€88.00
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Dorm rooms: per person
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€17.00
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€17.00
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Room Breakdown
| Room Type |
Quantity |
| 2 Bed Ensuite |
3 |
| 4 Bed |
13 |
| 8 Bed |
1 |
| 14 Bed |
1 |
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Total Number Beds |
80 |
Availability
| Opening Dates | Opening Times | CheckIn Times |
| All Year |
8 am to 11pm Reception |
Normal Hours |
Hostel Facilities
Ensuite | 
Family Rooms | 
Self Catering | 
Parking | 
Wheelchair Access | 
Credit Cards | 
Conference | 
Lockers | 
Washing | 
Drying Rooms | 
Meals Available | |
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Local Facilities
Walking | 
Bike Hire | 
Water Sports | 
Entertainment | 
Fishing | |
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Gallery
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