Hostel Connect, Derry

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Description

Hostel Connect is Derry City's Largest Hostel and can accommodate up to 64 people in both dorms and private rooms. It is situated in the heart of this Historic Walled City, and only 2 minutes from all the action of the pubs, clubs, restaurants and the vibrant night life of this fantastic city. Hostel Connect is funky, chilled out and will appeal to all types of travellers, young and older alike.

Hostel Connect is located on the Strand Road, the main through fare and bus route of the city. We are literally 2 -5 minutes from the famous historic walls dating back to 1613; the Bogside area which is home to the famous Bogside Murals and the tragic and controversial Bloody Sunday conflict of 1972; and Waterloo Square where many of the bars are located.

We have 10 bedrooms consisting of two 15 bed mixed dorms; a 9 bed mixed dorm, one 6 bed female only dorm; one 6 bed mixed dorm; one private family room for 5 (King bed and triple bunk) and three private double rooms (double bed); and one twin room (two single beds). Each room is named after the funky colour that it has been painted!

We have lovingly brought back the original wooden floors throughout most of the hostel adding a great ambiance. The hostel also boasts and huge common room where you can chill and hang out on sofas and watch TV or movies on our large screen TV. We have specifically located this on the top floor and in its own wing of the building, so you won't be disturbed or won't disturb other guests.

The hostel also has a kitchen and dining area (open 8am -11pm) on the first floor. There are 6 separate shower rooms (electric so you'll never run out of hot water), 3 on each floor. We offer a free continental breakfast with each night stay, free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel and smiles are always free.

Our aim at Hostel Connect is to provide budget-orientated sociable accommodation where guests can stay and enjoy the 'craic' in Derry, in a safe, clean and fun environment.

We offer:
- free continental breakfast
- free wifi throughout the hostel
- kitchen facilities
- extra large common room
- laundry facilities
- computer for guest use
- dvd's and games
- towel, iron and hair dyer rentals
- 24 hr access
- plus much more

Location and Contact

Location

• From the bus station
• We are about a 5-10 minute walk on foot. Just turn right coming out of the bus station and walk down the Foyle Road to the lights, cross Shipquay Street and walk in front of the Guildhall (the building with the big clock, you should have the Guildhall on your right and the famous Derry Walls on your left. Keep walking across the big square and you will come to Waterloo place, keep right and follow the side walk down the Strand Road. You will eventually come to a set of lights (Great James Street), cross the street and keep walking, you will pass the Ice Wharf Bar on your right, then Tesco's and the movie theatre. Look to your left, you will see the Coffee Tree Cafe and Hostel Connect across the street. If you're unsure then ask someone, Derry folk are very friendly and glad to help point you in the right direction. There are plenty of taxis just outside the bus station as well! Simples
• From the train station
• Look out for the shuttle bus that will be waiting outside of the station after every train arrives. It will take you to the bus station, which is located in the city centre on Foyle street. Just get on the bus with everyone else. Its free. The train station is located 5 minutes out of the city centre on the waterside. Once at the bus station, follow the directions above or grab a cab.
• From Derry City Airport
• The airport is about a 20 minute drive from the city centre. Most flights are serviced by the Airporter bus service. It drops off at the Airporter Bus Terminal which is at the far end of the Strand Road, situated on the edge of the city centre. The fare is £5. From the Airporter bus terminal it's about a 15 minute walk to Hostel Connect, if you're up to it. Just ask the staff to point you in the right direction, but it's fairly easy and once on the Strand Road you just keep walking straight towards the City Centre. A taxi from the Airporter Terminal to the hostel will run you £2.50 - £3.
• A taxi from the airport will cost around £12/13 , so for more than one person, this makes a better option.
• From Belfast International Airport / Belfast City Airport
• Airporter.co.uk run shuttles from both airports every 2/3 hours. It takes 90 mins from Belfast International and 120 mins fron Belfast City Airport. Fares are £18.50 single and £29.50 return.
• Ulster Bus also leaves Belfast at regular intervals.
• Here are the numbers to the buses-
• Ulsterbus - +44 (0)2871262261
• Airporter - +44 (0)2871269996
• From Dublin Airport
• All Dublin / Derry buses pick up and drop off at Dublin Airport. The journey takes around about 3 1/2 hours.

Facilities and Amenities

Family-Friendly Hostel

Groups (10+ people)

Solo Traveller

Bedsheets

Breakfast

Lockers in Rooms

Luggage Storage

Parking

Safe Deposit Box

Wi-Fi in Lobby/Commons

Wi-Fi in Rooms

Towels (£2)

24 Hour Security

Book Collection/Exchange

Clothes Dryer

Credit Card Payments

Entirely Non-Smoking

Hair Dryers

Hot Showers

Kitchen

Laundry

Lounge Area

Movie Library/Rental

Power Point/Sockets in Rooms

TV

Airport Pickup

Wheelchair Accessible

Service Animals

Pet-Friendly

Genders: Males & Females

Max. Age: 60

Min. Age with Parent (dorms): 15

Min. Age with Parent (private room): All Ages

Min. Age without Parent: 18

Checkout: 12:00 (12 Noon)

Curfew: No Curfew

Lockout: No

Maximum Stay: 14 nights

Minimum Stay: 1 night

Open Dates: Closed Dec 17th until Jan 8th

Reception Hours: 8am - 10pm

Size: Large (60-100 beds)

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