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Derrylahan Hostel

Derrylahan Independent Hostel & Campsite sits on the Coast Road between Kilcar and Carrick on the wild west coast of County Donegal, set on a working farm close to the beach.

It lies less than ten minutes' drive from Sliabh Liag (Slieve League), among Europe's highest sea cliffs, making it a natural base for hikers and cliff walkers.

The hostel offers dormitory bunks, double rooms, and family rooms, with a communal catering kitchen, hot showers, laundry, free Wi-Fi, and a common room with a turf fire. A campsite and caravan parking with electric hook-up are available on the same grounds.

Bus Éireann serves Kilcar, and the hostel can arrange collection from the village. Approved by Fáilte Ireland and recommended by major guidebooks, the site has built a loyal following under the long-running stewardship of owner Shaun McCloskey.


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