Travelers start their day with a complimentary to-go breakfast before exploring the quaint surroundings on foot or catching the convenient airport shuttle
The Old Mill Holiday Hostel sits in a charming area where modern comforts meet convenience. Guests enjoy free to-go breakfast, use laundry facilities, and stay connected with in-room WiFi while having self-parking available for excursions to nearby attractions.
Westport is home to The Old Mill Holiday Hostel. Westport Golf Club and Mescan Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ballycroy National Park and Old Head Forest. Westport Leisure Park and War Games Paint Ball Westport are also worth visiting. Snorkeling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Westport travel guide
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property
National rating
This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Property is also known as
Old Mill Holiday Hostel Westport, Co. Mayo
Old Mill Holiday Hostel
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Old Mill Holiday
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The Old Mill Hostel Westport
The Old Mill Holiday Hostel Westport
The Old Mill Holiday Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Is The Old Mill Holiday Hostel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for a fee.
What time is check-in at The Old Mill Holiday Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.
What time is check-out at The Old Mill Holiday Hostel?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Does The Old Mill Holiday Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is The Old Mill Holiday Hostel located?
Situated in Westport, this hostel is steps from Clew Bay, Westport Leisure Park, and Westport Town Hall Theatre. Great Western Greenway and Westport House are also within 15 minutes. Westport Station is 14 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Old Mill Holiday Hostel Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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First experience of a hostel and I could not recommend this type of accommodation enough. Wow value for money very clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
I enjoyed my stay here. A beautiful property set right by the river. Missed having a plug to charge my phone in the room, but other than that, awesome!
Jess
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Aug 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights
I had to pay by cash although I had given my card details online. Luckily atm was just across the road, high charges though. Room was on the 2nd floor which didn't help lugging a big bag up the stairs. Room was warm and bed itself was comfortable and kitchen area was sociable. Bathroom was clean but could do with a dryer or hand towels. Location was handy, train station is about 12-20 mins walk depending on luggage, terrain was not flat. Overall a good experience, would stay again if travelling solo.
The Old Mill Hostel is housed in a historic building dating back to around 1780, it brings a lot of charm to the place while everything has been well renovated.
The staff is very welcoming. Thomas paid attention to details and made sure every guest feels at home.
Bedrooms and linen are comfy which makes guests sleeping well and being nice. The showers water was at the right temperature which is quite difficult to get in an hostel, congrats on this.
The only negative point was the breakfast is very simple but it still a good value for money. I will defintetely come back to that place.
Beds are tidy but the floor hasn't been hovered of mopped for ages.
Bathrooms are also tidy, as well as the kitchen.
They have no lockers, so taken care of your belongings. Don't leave it at reception, just as I asked to leave my bag there, a man came in who left his bag at reception but it wasn't there anymore when he wanted to pick it up. I watched that the common rooms aren't always occupied by the stuff, so things begins reception an easily be removed by strangers.
Breakfast is ok, toast, jam and coffe or tea. They had the same old cut apples for my two days of stay. They were already brown and didn't look well. But there is a supermarket just around the corner so you can make your own breakfast. Even though when they say "breakfasts included" i expect more.
One of the main reasons I chose this hostel is because the listing said it had free parking. When i checked in and asked where to park, the receptionist pointed to the paid lot next to the building. When I inquired about the free parking listed on Expedia, she said "No. It's free on Sunday, but good for you it's Sunday." When I asked what time I would need to move the car or pay in the morning, she didn't know and told me to go look outside. Paid parking starts at 8:30, it's €0.70 for the first hour, and €0.30 for each additional hour. Reasonable rate, except...When I checked in, the receptionist said she didn't have any change so I had to pay the exact rate in cash (they don't take cards) and now I had no coins.
The shower was also annoying, it operates a few seconds at a time by pressing a button...over and over again.
I have stayed at many other hostels, but this is one that I would not recommend.
Receptionist was abrupt and offhand. On one occasion quite rude. She gave us no information about the hostel, and we were left to find out things for ourselves. When we got to the room some of the sheets were not clean.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
6/10 Okay
Amanda
Jun 17, 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wifi didnt work. Beds were comfortable, but rickety so every movement like an earhtquake. Floors were creaky so could hear people above constantly. Showers were most disappoinying - nowhere to put clothes (only one hook that barely held anything), push button shower that last 10 seconds with poor pressure. Included breakfast was bread and butter, no cereal. For €35 in a 4 bed mixed dorm i was disappointed.
Amanda
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Iris
Aug 28, 2016
The hostel was ok, the bed wasn't great so I slept on top of the duvet, the room was lovely and warm and the showers were great, I haven't stayed in an Irish hostel before and I was expecting more but for £54.00 for 3 nights I can't really complain. This is not a YHA so don't expect much. Continental breakfast is bread and a choice of jam
great stay for the budget traveller. They have a nice kitchen thats well stocked with cooking utensils and tools. They also provide wonderful homemade bread for breakfast with a range of yummy jams.
Tom and the rest of the staff there were very helpful and provided great service.