Dromid Hostel
Hostel and Activity Centre
For Individuals, Families or Groups on the Iveragh Peninsula.
Failte go dti ar suiomh/Welcome to our site. Our hostel offers a year round service to individuals and groups. We are located at the heart of the South Kerry/Iveragh Gaeltacht in the magical unspoiled location of Dromid.
Nestled between the valleys and on the banks of the River Inny, the Dromid Hostel/Bru na Dromoda gives it’s guests the most pleasant and thorough hostel experiences that one can hope for. Located in a dark sky reserve, we have much to boast here in terms of views morning or night-time. If the weather is clear, one can enjoy immense star-gazing where we also have access to some wonderful equipment to help facilitate this. Dromid is located in a Gold Tier Reserve which is only one of three in the world.
We are also located approximately 8-10 minutes from the village of Waterville which boasts a beautiful beach and some lovely restaurants and lively pubs, we are also a mere 15 minutes drive from Cahersiveen and Ballinskelligs (home to two wonderful blue flag beaches).
For the Kerry Way walker, we offer what we call a package approach for these guests, once you leave the Kerry Way for our hostel, we offer a meals service (confirm by request), a café boasting some amazingly tasty coffee and cakes and a laundry before you settle into your lovely comfortable bed. We also offer laundry services where possible and have a drying room for those who need it and in the South-West Coast of Ireland, it is very possible it may be needed. For the walker who is hindered by the rain and needs to come in to us early, we can also accommodate this, we have a lovely cost sitting-room full of games and books to occupy you until check-in time. We are also located beside the Inny Tavern where you can relax by the fire or play some pool while meeting the locals and practicing a few words as Gaeilge with them also located beside this is a little shop where one can purchase some basic provisions for their stay.
We boast of so much in terms of cycling and walking routes which our in-house staff can assist you with and also have so many wonderful archaeological sites and opportunities for adventure tourism.
Dromid Hostel is also a wonderful base if one wishes to climb Ireland’s highest mountain, Carrantuohil as we are located about a 25-30 minute drive from one of the commencement points or indeed ideal for ones trip to Sceilig Mhichil, we are about a 25 minute drive from Portmagee Village.
- Sharon F
Best stay ever! - This was an amazing experience. The owners were friendly, professional and helpful beyond words. They gave an 'Irish welcome'. It was like a home away from home.... read more The rooms were terrific, the facilities are great. I'll be back!
26 May 2016inabigcountryWonderful place - This Hostel located in the inner area of the ring of Kerry was really the right choice. Peaceful setting, quiet, relaxing, the private rooms were big and clean. Very good... read more communication with the owner regarding arrival time etc, The owner and the person delegated by her were both very friendly and welcoming. I wish I could have stayed longer
15 July 2017Carey HI stayed at this hostel while I was walking the Kerry Way. It was well located on the trek I was doing.
Very nice place with great views.
It is... read more community operated facility which I find is a great idea.
9 June 2018 - globaltravelerAZ
Amazing find - hidden gem - Our cycling group stayed here for 2 nights and we were blown away by the facilities, friendliness, and location. We felt like we were at home with a large... read more kitchen, relaxing meeting room, and even a basketball court! Great views sitting in the back yard and drinking tea. And the owners helped us with every aspect of our stay - they even took all our laundry and had it done the same day. Eagerly looking forward to returning...
6 August 2018wayoftheheroHidden gem - Sometimes you want to veer off the beaten path. When you do, you want a place like Dromid Hostel! The service was outstanding, and the space ideal for... read more our group of 9 cyclists. When I told Kathy in advance about our plans she promptly set aside 2 family rooms for us (for both nights of our stay). But wow! I wasn't expecting the friendliness! Tom greeted us with absolute joy and a desire to make every part of our stay pleasant. When foul weather delayed our boat ride to Skellig Islands, they arranged a taxi. And they provided a large, fantastic "living room" type space for our leadership discussions. Loved this place and would promptly return.
31 July 2018brendan75excellent - i stayed here for one night and i have to say it was excellent value,i got a double room for 30 euro .its about 30 mins from waterville, theres free... read more wifi and the room was ensuite, there was a kitchen and a tv room
11 September 2019 - marymyersireland
excellent location just off the Kerry Way - after my trek from Glenbeigh i was greeted by friendly staff and shown my ensuite room which was clean, fresh and airy. i relaxed in their comfortable sitting room before... read more preparing my evening meal. the manager Cáit advised me on my next day walk on the Kerry Way and what exact route to take. after my restful sleep i awoke to the singing of the birds and the beautiful views of the peaceful countryside.
i will definately be back and would recommend it to anyone who just want to "get away from it all" even for a short break. thank you Cáit
18 July 2016dogfish60This is such an amazing place with great views of the surrounding countryside. Emir is so lovely and went out of her way to make sure we were settled. They... read more have a shared kitchen and common area for eating. It's about 15 minutes from the town of Waterville which has everything you need. We stayed here the night before our trip out to Skellig Michael and it was about a half hour to get to Portmagee. I would definitely recommend Dromid Hostel for people looking for a great value. Beds very comfortable as well.
14 August 2022Christine GA lovely hostel, if a little out of town - I stayed here for four nights when doing some walking in the area. The hostel is out of town but there is a pub and small shop very close. The... read more hostel is clean and comfortable. I had a private room with en suite facilities and there was a double bed in the room which was really comfortable. Prices were reasonable and I got a discount for a four day stay.
The warden was really friendly and helpful.
I would recommend a stay at this hostel.
23 June 2018
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