Ireland Hotels and Hostels

Ireland is a wonderful country to explore on your own with a rental car. It has beautiful countryside, with some hidden gems and great, family owned bed and breakfasts sprawled throughout the country. Bed and breakfasts are a quintessential way to experience the Irish countryside, and it truly is a part of a trip to Ireland that you shouldn't skip out on, even if you are on a tight budget.
In larger cities, you really won't be at a loss for places to stay. There are countless hotels of every quality, price range and style. There is also a well organized hostel system throughout the country that maintains a certain standard among these facilities.

Finding the Best Prices

In Ireland you'll find a range of accommodation types of variable price and quality. It is possible to find budget accommodation in most touristy destinations. There are no real tricks to saving money on hotels in Ireland, aside from the typical rules. Travel in the low season. Head outside of the expensive cities and visit some of the countryside. After all, that is part of what makes Ireland a top travel destination in Europe.
Ireland is also a great country to consider couchsurfing. There's an active community and you're likely to meet some lovely people who are eager to show you a good time in this wonderful country. If couchsurfing isn't your style, bed and breakfasts are a great way to meet some locals. They're usually family run and the owners often take some time to chat with their guests. It's a great alternative to hotels, and a great way to feel like part of the community while you're in this lovely and outgoing country.

Types of Accommodation

You'll find the typical types of accommodation throughout Ireland. Bed and breakfasts are a great option, and are often reasonably priced. Hotels have star ratings and you usually get what you pay for. If you travel in the low season you may be able to spot some unique and excellent deals. Hostels are abundant throughout Ireland, in part because it is such a popular destination among backpackers and budget travelers. Independent hostels market themselves as "Independent Holiday Hostels of Ireland" and can be quite nice. They are all approved by a tourist board of Ireland. Other hostels are affiliated with An Oige, which is an official youth hostel association. These hostels are usually in remote locations and beautiful scenic spots that give you an excellent opportunity to experience the Irish outdoors. Alternatively, there are some campgrounds sprinkled throughout the country.