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Cong Hostel (An Oige)

A modern hostel situated near the beautiful shores of Loughs Corrib, Cara and Mask. The area is rich in archaeology and history with St. Patrick's Church, Cong Abbey and Ashford Castle along with stone circles and high crosses nearby.
Perhaps the proudest claim to fame is that Cong was the setting for 'The Quiet Man' movie.

Things to do & See

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 centered 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.

Use your Hostelling International Membership card to receive discounts in the following attractions in the area

* The Quiet Man Heritage Cottage
* Celtic Bike/Hike Safari (Explore Lough Corrib with a one or two day outdoor adventure.
* Croagh Patrick Visitor Centre
* Portwest Shop (specialize in outdoor clothing; all water sports catered for and camping equipment).

Facilities

* Bicycle Hire
* Credit Cards Accepted
* Children Friendly
* Telephone/Fax Facilities
* Bureau de Change
* Free Car Park
* Taxes included in price
* Internet
* Self catering
* Wheelchair access
* Drying room
* Washing

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.

Meals

Continental Breakfast: €4.50pp
Full Irish Breakfast: €6.00pp
Packed Lunch: €5.00pp
Dinner: €12.50pp

Rooms

November - May
2 bedded (en-suite): €20.00 p.p
4 bedded: €18.00 p.p
Dorms over 18s: €15.00 p.p
Dorms under 18s: €14.00 p.p

June - October
2 bedded (en-suite): €20.00 p.p.
4 bedded: €18.00 p.p.
Dorms over 18s: €15.00 p.p
Dorms under 18s: €14.00 p.p