This hostel really isn't as bad as the reviews depicted it. It actually feels quite cosey. The rooms and toilets are very private and comfortable. It truly isn't the kind of hostel to meet fellow travelers. Maybe because Sligo isn't such a tourist attraction, especially for young people. The upside of the desolation is the quite and tranquility. The location... More

We stayed here for one night when passing through Sligo and after checking out the Riverhouse Hostel closer to town and seeing how awful it was, this was a much better option. It is in an industrial area but still walking distance from town. There is a free car parking facility which is hard to find in Sligo and whilst... More

The hostel, located a short walk from the town centre, was quiet and the price they offered was affordable. The staff were welcoming and friendly. I had to ring them twice as I lost my way and the receptionist was very helpful and patient. On arrival I got a free map, timetables and all the information I needed to plan... More

Entrance into hostel, rather confusing nobody answered the door for quite some time. proprietor not very professional wanted payment immediately with very vivid details of facilities, never explained on arrival check out time 10 am. Nobody permanently on reception, not considerate of lodgers needs, or queries. Decor absolutely dreadful, very dated, carpet needs cleaning. Beds felt damp and ridiculous skylights... More

We found the Harbour House Hostel mostly affordable (we paid something like 50+ Euros for a double room ensuite, which had a lovely bathroom). However, it's pros end there. It is quite a walk away from the centre of Sligo town and is located in an industrial area. One thing I also really disliked about our room was the fact... More

Was spending one night in sligo on the way to westport and stayed in the Harbour House Hostel. Had never been to a hostel before and was pleasantly surprised. Stayed in a private ensuite room and it was modern and very clean and the bathroom had an excellent shower. A little out of the town centre but only a 5... More

We stayed in 5 hostels in 5 nights in Ireland, 3 guys all around 6'0". This was by far the worst out of all 5, and it was even a more expensive private room!! The "beds" were the size of cribs, way way too small, and were bunk-beds with wood-boards for supports that sounded like they would crack. 4 feet... More

I have pretty broad experience with hostels, even on this last trip in March, and Harbour House exceeded most of my expectations. After reading the other reviews I see that we were lucky to walk in to an ensuite double (we just showed up and asked if they had space) but after other experiences of doubles, this was almost like... More

I took a leaflet for this hostel from a stand with relevant information in an other hostel in Doolin. Due to a last minute chance of plans, I arrived in Sligo without a booking and decided to stay there for one night. I was outside the hostel about 11.45 am, and no one was around. A girl staying there explained... More