Located in a charming area, The Old Mill Holiday Hostel offers modern comforts with free to-go breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, take advantage of self parking and explore nearby attractions.
The Barrack Yard, James Street, Westport, Co. Mayo
What's nearby
Westport Leisure Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Westport Town Hall Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Great Western Greenway - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Westport House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Clew Bay Heritage Centre - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 46 min drive
Westport Station - 14 min walk
Castlebar Station - 15 min drive
Manulla Junction Station (Transfer Only) - 23 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
J J O'Malley's - 4 min walk
The West Bar & Restaurant - 3 min walk
The Porter House - 3 min walk
This Must Be The Place - 4 min walk
The Everest - 4 min walk
About this property
The Old Mill Holiday Hostel
Enjoy your visit to Westport with a stay at The Old Mill Holiday Hostel. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and snorkeling, and free perks include on-the-go breakfast and WiFi.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite self parking (fees apply)
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol allowed onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Facilities
ATM/banking
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Shower only
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Limited housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Parking
Self parking is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Old Mill Holiday Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Old Mill Holiday Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Old Mill Holiday Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Old Mill Holiday Hostel?
Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply).
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Old Mill Holiday Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Mill Holiday Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Old Mill Holiday Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding.
What's the area around The Old Mill Holiday Hostel like?
The Old Mill Holiday Hostel is a short 2-minute walk from Westport Town Hall Theatre and 12 minutes' walk from Westport House.
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Reviews
The Old Mill Holiday Hostel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
8.2
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
Friendly staff, beautiful building in a convenient location.
Abigail
Abigail, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
First experience of a hostel
First experience of a hostel and I could not recommend this type of accommodation enough. Wow value for money very clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
I enjoyed my stay here. A beautiful property set right by the river. Missed having a plug to charge my phone in the room, but other than that, awesome!
Jess
Jess, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 16, 2024
Stayed 2 nights
I had to pay by cash although I had given my card details online. Luckily atm was just across the road, high charges though. Room was on the 2nd floor which didn't help lugging a big bag up the stairs. Room was warm and bed itself was comfortable and kitchen area was sociable. Bathroom was clean but could do with a dryer or hand towels. Location was handy, train station is about 12-20 mins walk depending on luggage, terrain was not flat. Overall a good experience, would stay again if travelling solo.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2023
The Old Mill Hostel is housed in a historic building dating back to around 1780, it brings a lot of charm to the place while everything has been well renovated.
The staff is very welcoming. Thomas paid attention to details and made sure every guest feels at home.
Bedrooms and linen are comfy which makes guests sleeping well and being nice. The showers water was at the right temperature which is quite difficult to get in an hostel, congrats on this.
The only negative point was the breakfast is very simple but it still a good value for money. I will defintetely come back to that place.
Adeline
Adeline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2026
Nice facilities, good value for the area, friendly staff
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2025
Marvelous hotel
Coert
Coert, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 6, 2019
Beds are tidy but the floor hasn't been hovered of mopped for ages.
Bathrooms are also tidy, as well as the kitchen.
They have no lockers, so taken care of your belongings. Don't leave it at reception, just as I asked to leave my bag there, a man came in who left his bag at reception but it wasn't there anymore when he wanted to pick it up. I watched that the common rooms aren't always occupied by the stuff, so things begins reception an easily be removed by strangers.
Breakfast is ok, toast, jam and coffe or tea. They had the same old cut apples for my two days of stay. They were already brown and didn't look well. But there is a supermarket just around the corner so you can make your own breakfast. Even though when they say "breakfasts included" i expect more.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 20, 2018
One of the main reasons I chose this hostel is because the listing said it had free parking. When i checked in and asked where to park, the receptionist pointed to the paid lot next to the building. When I inquired about the free parking listed on Expedia, she said "No. It's free on Sunday, but good for you it's Sunday." When I asked what time I would need to move the car or pay in the morning, she didn't know and told me to go look outside. Paid parking starts at 8:30, it's €0.70 for the first hour, and €0.30 for each additional hour. Reasonable rate, except...When I checked in, the receptionist said she didn't have any change so I had to pay the exact rate in cash (they don't take cards) and now I had no coins.
The shower was also annoying, it operates a few seconds at a time by pressing a button...over and over again.
I have stayed at many other hostels, but this is one that I would not recommend.
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1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 10, 2018
Receptionist was abrupt and offhand. On one occasion quite rude. She gave us no information about the hostel, and we were left to find out things for ourselves. When we got to the room some of the sheets were not clean.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 17, 2018
Wifi didnt work. Beds were comfortable, but rickety so every movement like an earhtquake. Floors were creaky so could hear people above constantly. Showers were most disappoinying - nowhere to put clothes (only one hook that barely held anything), push button shower that last 10 seconds with poor pressure. Included breakfast was bread and butter, no cereal. For €35 in a 4 bed mixed dorm i was disappointed.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2016
The hostel was ok, the bed wasn't great so I slept on top of the duvet, the room was lovely and warm and the showers were great, I haven't stayed in an Irish hostel before and I was expecting more but for £54.00 for 3 nights I can't really complain. This is not a YHA so don't expect much. Continental breakfast is bread and a choice of jam
Iris
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2016
great stay in lovely hostel
great stay for the budget traveller. They have a nice kitchen thats well stocked with cooking utensils and tools. They also provide wonderful homemade bread for breakfast with a range of yummy jams.
Tom and the rest of the staff there were very helpful and provided great service.