Accommodation on the Dingle Peninsula
Loistín í gCorca Dhuibhne
There is a wide range of accommodation available throughout the Dingle Peninsula. These include Town Homes, Country Homes and Farmhouses offering Bed and Breakfast; Guesthouses; Hotels; Hostels; Camping and Caravan Sites; and Self-Catering — all of which are described below.
Most of the Dingle Peninsula accommodation listed here are registered with Fáilte–
Ireland and/or Family Homes of Ireland and must meet or exceed their minimum standards.
Where the Fáilte Ireland shamrock symbol is displayed...
...the accommodation provider has
met the standards needed for approval by the state tourism body.
In some cases a system
of star ratings is also in use, or is in the process of being being introduced. These are also displayed where appropriate:
Most of those advertised are in fact Fáilte Ireland approved where you
will have recourse to lodge a grievance or complaint should this arise.
A very small number listed are not officially approved or are approved by a
different marketing body.
Where accommodation is officially approved,
we state this in the entry with relevant star rating highlighted as appropriate.
The following links detail their guidelines for various types of accommodation:
Fáilte Ireland: Minimum Requirements and Classification for Bed & Breakfast Accommodation
Fáilte Ireland: Guest House Classification Scheme
Fáilte Ireland: Self Catering Cottages: Quality & Standards
Fáilte Ireland: Self Catering Apartments: Quality & Standards
Fáilte Ireland: Self Catering Apartments: Quality & StandardsHoliday and Youth Hostel Regulations
Fáilte Ireland: Self Catering Apartments: Caravan and Camping Park Classification
Fáilte Ireland: Requirements for Pubs with Accommodation
Fáilte Ireland: Requirements for Restaurants with Accommodation
We attempt
to ensure that all the products listed abide by the policies that these
operators and accommodation owners claim to follow.
If we are alerted to bad practice
by any of our members we will immediately investigate the matter and
take appropriate action in advising them to correct these or removing them from the site.
Anybody with a grievance should take the matter up initially with the
accommodation or service provider and failing satisfaction there to use other
available legal avenues.
For further information on standards and procedures you may contact Fáilte Ireland, the Irish Tourist Board.
Contact details for other marketing organisations can be found on this page
The Irish Hotels Federation, the Town & Country Homes Association, the Farmhouse Association, Family Homes of Ireland, and a number of other organisations produce their own guides annually with photographs and descriptions of members' premises. These are available from Irish Tourist Information Board offices throughout the world or directly from the oganisation itself. The contact information for these organisations is provided for your convenience.
Accommodation Definitions & Booking Information
Bed & Breakfast
Bed and Breakfast accommodation falls into the below three categories. All have six or fewer bedrooms and are generally family homes, although many of the newest have been purpose-built for bed and breakfast.
Town Homes
The choice of Town Homes runs from detached and semi-detached to larger period houses. Most are
in an ideal location for city visits and shopping and are often close to train and bus services.
Town Homes offer convenient and comfortable accommodation in a personal and homely atmosphere.
Town Homes on the Dingle Peninsula would be those homes that are indicated as being in Dingle
Town in the Dingle section of the Bed & Breakfast listings.
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Country Homes
Country Homes offer a wide selection of premises such as modern bungalows, traditional Irish
homes, and Georgian residences, all with modern amenities and facilities. These homes are great
for relaxing and ideal for getting to know your hosts and neighbours. Evening meals are provided
in some premises if notice is given before 12:00 noon.
Country Homes on the Dingle Peninsula would be all of those homes offering Bed & Breakfast
that are located outside of Dingle Town.
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Farmhouses
There is a variety of experiences to be enjoyed in farmhouses which can be old-fashioned farms
and modern farming units. The type of farming will vary: mixed tillage, diary, cattle, sheep,
poultry. Farmhouse holidays are particularly attractive for those who want to get away from
the rigours of modern life. Evening meals are provided in some premises if notice is given
before 12:00 noon.
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Guesthouses
Guesthouses vary from five-bedroomed family homes and Georgian and Victorian residences, to
larger professionally-serviced modern units. The informal atmosphere and personal attention
are features of this category. The availability of meals to non residents is not a requirement;
however, some provide this service. Guesthouses operate under a four-star rating system. Some
guesthouses may choose to remain unclassified.
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Hotels
Hotels can include modern premises, intimate old-world inns, luxurious castles, and stately
country houses. They operate under a five-star rating system. Meals and refreshments must be
available to non residents. All hotels have bars. Some hotels choose to remain unclassified.
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Self-Catering
Self-catering accommodation includes holiday homes and apartments in both urban
and rural locations in the peninsula. Guests will be provided with all facilities
to enable them to make the accommodation a "home from home".
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Holiday Hostels
Youth Hostels
Holiday Hostels provide clean, simple accommodation at a budget price. They are ideally suited to the holidaymaker seeking a real alternative to conventional accommodation. The kitchen and common room often provide an international setting for socialising and meeting other hostellers from all over the world. Bedrooms can accommodate up to six people, while multi-bedded rooms can accommodate over six people. Some hostels have private rooms available.
Youth Hostels provide simple accommodation in multi-bedded rooms with comfortable
beds and facilities for cooking one's own meals. Usage is confined to members of An Óige
or other hostel associations affiliated with the International Youth Hostel Federation.
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Budget Accommodation
Budget Accommodation is clean, simple accommodation at a budget price, usually in
a central location.
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Camping & Caravan Parks
This is the least expensive way to see Ireland. Many sites are located near the
seaside and have facilities for washing and drying clothes, showers and toilets, and TVs.
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Vouchers
If you are using travel agent vouchers, you should note that not all premises accept them. Your travel agent will supply you with a full list of premises accepting your vouchers, together with a copy of the regulations governing their use.
Booking Etiquette
Reservations can be made by contacting the premise directly or through a tourist information office. You should confirm your booking in writing and enclose the required deposit.
It is generally advisable to reserve your first and last night's accommodation in advance (during June, July, and August at least 48 hours in advance is suggested; in Dublin, 2 weeks or more in advance). Rooms may be guaranteed by credit card—check when booking. Also check the rates and cancellation policy when booking.
Check In and Check Out : Rooms are generally available between 2 pm and 6 pm. Check out should be no later than 11 am. Reservations should be taken up by 6 pm. If you will be arriving after 6 pm, you must confirm with your host. You should also advise your host if you will be arriving early.
Other Information
Prices are generally per person sharing based on double occupancy. There is generally an additional supplement for single travellers.
Throughout Ireland, a Double Room means a room with one double bed. A Twin Room means a room with two twin beds.