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Hostels in County Down 
You are looking for hostels in County Down? Good news, you have come to the right place.
On this page we list every single city with hostels and other budget accommodations. Hostelz.com helps you to find your County Down hostel and compare its prices on the major booking sites such as Hostelworld, Hostelsclub and Booking.com. So you can sleep on a budget and save money while backpacking County Down.
All Cities in County Down
We list every single hostel in County Down and the world. In total, we have 2 cities in County Down for you. Please note that not all cities actually have a hostel to stay in. Below you can filter for cities with hostels and with no hostels-type accommodation, but guesthouses and budget hotels. This will help your planning.
All County Down hostels on a map
Alright, you are more the visual type? Planning your trip with a map is always handy.
Therefore, this map shows you all cities with hostels in County Down. It will help you to plan your trip. Just zoom in the map and click your destination for more details. Just so you know: If we do not have a hostel in a city, it is likely that there is no hostel in that city.
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$15.25Our handwritten guide on Backpacking County Down
A region that boasts magnificent mountain views, dramatic coastlines, rivers, islands and access to the sea - County Down might be just the ticket for your next vacation. This region encases the southernmost and easternmost points of Northern Ireland where you will find Down Cathedral, Castlewellan’s Peace Maze, and learn about the incredible history of St. Patrick.
Whether you’re looking for luxury accommodations at a resort, prefer a room in a guest house or lodge, or simply want a room in a hostel or a place to camp, you will find your perfect place to stay in this region. Here you can golf at a nationally acclaimed course, trek along the 92 mile St. Patrick’s Trail, or traverse the Mourne Mountain trails.
From 5 star resorts with amazing spas to self-catering townhouses there is a place in County Down that has your name on it. Please note that some rental classifications are on a 1-4 star rating system while others are the typical 1-5 star ratings. For the traveler who wants something different, there are rooms in castles and lighthouses. You can further break down your selection to rooms in a farm house or an historical home. Outdoor types might lean towards camping or glamping. County Down has a marvelous selection of diverse accommodations.
Kids will love the Polar Express at Christmas and will enjoy making their way to the center of the Peace Maze to ring the bell. Adults will find the views of the Mourne Mountains and the sea enchanting. This region was the inspiration for C.S. Lewis when he wrote about the Land of Narnia in his book The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. History buffs will appreciate the significance of St. Patrick’s Trail which will take you from the place where St. Patrick began his mission to the area which is considered to be his final resting place.
There are two types of currency used in Ireland. Determine where you will stay and what areas you will visit so you will be prepared. Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted all over Ireland.
For travelers on a limited budget, hostels offer single, double, triple and quad rooms as well as family studios. Some of the hostels offer group rates and meals by prior arrangement.
Handwritten by local expert for County Down hostels Jakob Lombardi
Travel Tips for County Down - from the Community
Hey fam! Here are a few more tips from the community, from them to you, and you to them. This space is dedicated for travellers to share their best tips on backpacking County Down. Have a closer look - the Hostelz community share real hidden gems, insider knowledge and overall impressions of County Down. Everyone is welcome to add something useful, funny, unexpected and the "absolutely necessary to know before you go" - share, share and then share a little more!
FAQ on Hostels in County Down
There is a lot of travel planning to do. So let us help you once again by putting together the frequently asked questions:
Finding Hostels and Prices
What hostel booking sites are best to use?
There is several hostel booking sites, such as Hostelworld.com, Hostelsclub.com and Booking.com. While every platform has its pros and cons, there is a universal truth you as a traveler should be aware of: Not a single booking site can always offer the best prices.
This is where Hostelz.com comes in. You can compare all major booking portals with one click.
For you as a traveler, Hostelz.com is the best booking site to actually save money.
How much are hostels in County Down?
Prices always vary, depending on various factors. Weekends tend to be more expensive, same goes for special holidays. Please also take into account local vaction time.
You can search for exacty hostel prices in County Down here on Hostelz.com. Pick your destination and pick a date. The system will track down the prices to give an idea of what budget and prices you can expect.
When to book hostels?
If you want to stay at the best hostels, it is a good idea to have your hostel booked around 1 month before you travel. For the regular hostels, booking one week before should be okay. Yet again, this always depends.
We dedicated a full article to the topic of when to book hostels.
Safety and Packing
Are hostels in County Down safe?
Generally speaking, hostels are as safe as you make them. We highly recommend always to bring your own padlock, using the lockers and taking care of your belongings. Make sure you pick a safe hostel, offering lockers and a safe location. Please always pay attention to the reviews; they can give you a great insight on what to expect and safety tips.
What to pack when staying in hostels?
There is a few basics you should always pack when staying in hostels.
There is more actually. We wrote a complete guide with more details. Read our full hostel packing list.