Aaran House Tourist Hostel, Cork

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Where?

Located a minutes walk from the bus station and city centre area.

What?

Hostel.

Anything else you need to know?

Various room types available. Hostel offers a fully equipped guest kitchen, living area with satellite television and luggage storage services. Linen is provided.

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• lt-loony8371 says:

  “ Very clean and good location, definately recommended. ”

  Posted: on Mar 18, 2010 // Rated: |

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• simona-s74705 says:

  “ rooms nice and kitchen well equipped, the lawnlady is very friendly. for 15 euro you can have a 4 bed dorm with toilets indoor, a real luxury! ”

  Posted: on Mar 10, 2010 // Rated: |

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• davide9040 says:

  “ the hostel is located quite off the beaten track. it takes a fair walk from the city to it. the facilities are pretty ordinary and nothing more. people should know there's a dog crawling in the hostel, someone could not like it. despite a bit lack of cleanness we liked tracy's kindness ”

  Posted: on Mar 3, 2010 // Rated: |

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• janecollis3160 says:

  “ Location was not in the middle of everything but an easy 10 minute walk into town. The lady that ran the place was absolutely lovely and really knowledgable and helpful about the area. It is more like staying at someones house then a traditional hostel which can be nice if you are not after a... ”

  Posted: on Feb 28, 2010 // Rated: |

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• wiegeht says:

  “ A clean, small and quiet hostel. Tracy and her dog a helpful and friendly. If you want to stay next to the nightlife, it.s not the best hostel. ”

  Posted: on Feb 22, 2010 // Rated: |

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• emski279646 says:

  “ Tracey the owner was very nice and helpful. The building is a little old and felt cold at times. The kitchen was limtied. If you want to be in the middle of Cork and partying this place is a bit away and low key. Good place if you want to stop over for a night. Free wifi was great!!!! ”

  Posted: on Feb 22, 2010 // Rated: |

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• mharte17227 says:

  “ Nice hostel, though the location wasn't as great as I was expecting. Very close to both the bus and the train station but on the other side of the tracks, it was a dark walk along a busy road back to the hostel from city center at night. ”

  Posted: on Feb 21, 2010 // Rated: |

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• afa917 says:

  “ Very nice Hostal. Tracy is very helpful. It is very close to the train station so it will be excellent if u arrive or leave here by train! If the kitchen is equipped with an oven, it will be perfect! ”

  Posted: on Feb 20, 2010 // Rated: |

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• anneka-burrett9907 says:

  “ Very good, had a great time, the owner was lovely and friendly. All private areas and were nice and warm. ”

  Posted: on Feb 12, 2010 // Rated: |

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• trippston9996 says:

  “ The host was very helpful in suggesting local spots to eat and visit around the city. ”

  Posted: on Feb 8, 2010 // Rated: |

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• christina-viets9024 says:

  “ A very welcoming place I can recommend to everyone visiting Cork! It is only a few minutes walk from the City Center and Bus/Train Connections for day trips! ”

  Posted: on Feb 5, 2010 // Rated: |

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• mathon697401719 says:

  “ The woman is very very nice, the cleanest youth hostel room i've ever seen! Despite the 20 min walk to go to the city center, it's totally worth it! ”

  Posted: on Jan 25, 2010 // Rated: |

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• liamcorrigan868597 says:

  “ We had an excellent stay in snowy Cork. The weather did nothing to dampen our spirits and Tracy was tremendous fun and great host. She did everything to ensure our stay was as enjoyable as possible, from giving advice on the local attractions to booking taxis. The hostel itself was very... more comfortable, the communal areas were excellently equipped and the hostel was exceptionally well priced. Situated a short walk from the centre it was also perfectly placed. Many many thanks to Tracy. close ”

  Posted: on Jan 11, 2010 // Rated: |

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• frankmccarey1034 says:

  “ Nice friendly place ”

  Posted: on Jan 5, 2010 // Rated: |

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• yakacia6034 says:

  “ Welcoming, friendly, and helpful staff! The common room feels more like a home than a hostel. My sleeping room felt a little chilly, but aside from that, I was completely comfortable. ”

  Posted: on Jan 1, 2010 // Rated: |

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• ricko says:

  “ A great, solid hostel. Lovely staff and a good location. I would recommend it to anyone. ”

  Posted: on Dec 24, 2009 // Rated: |

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• Me248 says:

  “ Tracey is a lovely person, loves to talk and has many traveling stories of her own. Allowed me to stay an extra night on short notice. It's only a 10 min walk to the city centre and unlike some hostels, the ensuite is actually connected to your room. Would stay again. Thanks ”

  Posted: on Dec 20, 2009 // Rated: |

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• chanimaniac says:

  “ Has a cozy B&B feel. The owner is really nice. ”

  Posted: on Dec 18, 2009 // Rated: |

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• hauber18740 says:

  “ Tracy and her mother were so welcoming and charming! We had a wonderful stay there and wish we could have stayed longer!!! Thanks so much for being so nice! ”

  Posted: on Dec 18, 2009 // Rated: |

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• Aus09 says:

  “ Tracey and Riley are good fun!! Old house turned into a hostel - very creeky, shower that you have to keep pushing the button to get water, good kitchen - it is about a 10 mins walk from the bus station and right next to the train station. ”

  Posted: on Dec 6, 2009 // Rated: |

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• bronweneverill6997 says:

  “ Tracy is really helpful and nice! ”

  Posted: on Dec 4, 2009 // Rated: |

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• laurd4816 says:

  “ Tracy was welcoming and fantastic. Great hostel experience! ”

  Posted: on Dec 2, 2009 // Rated: |

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• sarahdeards4177 says:

  “ Tracy was really friendly and helpful. The hostel had a cosy common area - although it was freezing down there for some reason! Small kitchen was fairly well-equipped. Good location, about 10 mins walk into town. ”

  Posted: on Nov 16, 2009 // Rated: |

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• jamieparso5925 says:

  “ They were very understanding when we had to cancel, and were very helpful. We heard from others that the hostel was very nice and very good value for the price. Its also not too far from the other hostels and main streets of Cork. ”

  Posted: on Nov 14, 2009 // Rated: |

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• grazetka36518 says:

  “ I really enjoyed my stay in the hostel,the owner was very nice,she had a nice pictures painted by her mother and a friendly dog.I've met really nice peopple there:)I would definetely go back there :) ”

  Posted: on Nov 14, 2009 // Rated: |

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• rebeccarussell9586 says:

  “ Great hostel! Very homey and clean. I had a female dorm to myself, which was nice. Tracy was an excellent host. Very informative and friendly. ”

  Posted: on Nov 7, 2009 // Rated: |

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• walters1686 says:

  “ Very good hostel at very reasonable prices. Tracy was very helpful with info on Cork. Hostel is across the road from the train station, and is about a five/ten minute walk into the city centre & bus stations. Would recommend this place if looking for a safe, clean bargain with a pretty good... ”

  Posted: on Nov 3, 2009 // Rated: |

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• adammcgrath3437 says:

  “ It was a nice hostel. There wasn't 24 hour reception so it was difficult to cehck out before 7. Other than that, it was great. ”

  Posted: on Oct 28, 2009 // Rated: |

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• Hadifn says:

  “ This place is in walking distance from train station, a really nice place to stay. ”

  Posted: on Oct 27, 2009 // Rated: |

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• Donne4710 says:

  “ Tracy was a great host and very helpful and chatty. ”

  Posted: on Oct 26, 2009 // Rated: |

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• ithilaeu4909 says:

  “ This felt like a home away from home. The kitchen and bathrooms were clean, and the hostel was quiet and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again. ”

  Posted: on Oct 23, 2009 // Rated: |

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• kezlr1318 says:

  “ This hostel has a real homey feel to it, its a nice break from the busy faced paced ones in the big cities. The common area and kitchen are open all hours making it very convenient. Tracey the host is wonderful she is very helpful even regarding things in Ireland outside of Cork. I really enjoyed... more enjoyed my stay here and if I head back to Cork again I will be definitely staying here again! Thanks close ”

  Posted: on Oct 20, 2009 // Rated: |

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• kkkaya2909 says:

  “ Tracy and her dog were very welcoming. The hostel was extremely clean and maintained. Tracy provided great information on things to do in Cork. It is located very close to the Rail Station but if you are heading back to the hostel at night, it is very dark. Overall a great hostel and I would... ”

  Posted: on Oct 19, 2009 // Rated: |

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• helenagraafland says:

  “ Tracy is very helpful, a real pleasure to stay here. ”

  Posted: on Oct 15, 2009 // Rated: |

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• dimps333 says:

  “ Tracey was so nice, helpful and talkative. Her dog was so cute too! She knew how we could get to everything we wanted to see and how much it would cost. The rooms were nice and clean as were the bathrooms. Awesome hostel ”

  Posted: on Oct 2, 2009 // Rated: |

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• lisa-hendrick3709 says:

  “ Really quiet when I was there, but it was a nice break from the crazy hosteling world. Lovely atmosphere, clean enough, good place! ”

  Posted: on Sep 27, 2009 // Rated: |

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• bls7997 says:

  “ Since we are all retirees I don't think "fun" is the right way to describe our experience. We enjoyed a lovely, warm stay at Aaron Hostel. Cosy kitchen and dining room, friendly international group of hostellers organized in a relaxed way by Tracy and her dog - Reilly. Cecily... ”

  Posted: on Sep 26, 2009 // Rated: |

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• martynabanas2398 says:

  “ Very nice hostel. Quiet, clean, friendy. Tracey was very nice and helpful. ”

  Posted: on Sep 21, 2009 // Rated: |

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• gdalfara858 says:

  “ It is value for money. The location is perfect, 10 mins walk from the centre of town and 5mins walk from the main bus/coach station. Plus if you travel by train the hostel is located right opposite the train station. Cannot ask for more. ”

  Posted: on Sep 16, 2009 // Rated: |

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• caroline2138 says:

  “ La proprietaire est tres sympathique et se fait un plaisir de repondre a nos questions. Les chambres sont tres bien, et l endroit est propre. La cuisine est minuscule, mais favorise les echanges avec les autres voyageurs de l endroit :)) Par contre, j avais un urgent besoin de laver mes... more vetements, qui n a pas pu etre comble... Thank you Tracy, you deserve your massage :)) close ”

  Posted: on Sep 16, 2009 // Rated: |

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Communications

Card Phones

Internet Access

Internet Access

• Free of Charge
• WiFi in Room
• WiFi in Lobby

Sport & Leisure

Bicycle Hire

Common Room

In Room Facilities

Linen Included

Food & Drink

Guest Kitchen

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General

Luggage Storage

Tours Desk

Parking

Parking

• Bicycle Parking