Accommodation in Gleann Cholm Cille

Note: The information on this page is up to date for Oideas Gael's 2023 course programme. Any upcoming bookings for October and November will be charged at the 2022 rates.

Bed and breakfast

If you choose this option, you will be staying with a Gaeltacht family, in specially selected homes, with breakfast provided. (A number of restaurants in the area offer lunch and evening meals.) You will pay your host family directly during your stay. Payment by credit card is not possible with this option.

Twin or double room€280 per person per week
€120 per person on 3-day weekend

Single supplement€5 per night (limited availability)

Self-catering (Option A)

With this option, course participants share a house or cottage. These are normally 3-4 bedroomed houses with a kitchen, common area and 1-2 shared bathrooms. It is not usually possible to pay by credit card.

Twin or double room€145 per person per week
€80 per person on 3-day weekend

Single supplement€5 per night (limited availability)

Self-catering (Option B)

With this option, you will share a house with other course participants. This includes a kitchen, a dining and sitting room, and 1-2 shared bathrooms. Housing comes with all facilities including central heating, laundry machine, etc. In some cases, the accommodation fee may be paid by credit card.

Twin or double room€165 per person per week
€90 per person on 3-day weekend

Single supplement€5 per night (limited availability)

Self-catering (Option C)

With this option, you will have an en suite double or twin room in a modern house shared with other course participants. This includes a dedicated kitchen, dining and sitting rooms. Housing comes with all facilities including central heating, laundry machine, television, etc. In most cases, accommodation fee may be paid by credit card.

Twin or double room€210 per person per week
€100 per person on 3-day weekend

Single supplement€5 per night (limited availability)

Your own arrangements

If you prefer, you can arrange accommodation yourself with providers directly, without involving Oideas Gael. If you decide to do this, we will ask you to tell us during booking where you are going to be staying. Please understand that we must be certain each student has somewhere to stay; your cooperation will be appreciated.

Áras Ghleann Cholm Cillebed and breakfast or self-catering, rooms en-suite
+353 (0)74 97 30 077
arasgcc.com
3.8 km / 2.4 miles from Oideas Gael, with complimentary lifts provided

Malinbeg Hostelensuite budget accommodation
+353 (0)74 97 30 006
malinbeghostel.com
7.4 km / 4.6 miles from Oideas Gael

Sliabh Liag Campingcamp site with facilities for campervans and motorhomes
+353 (0)85 279 5953
sliabhliagcamping.ie
11.9 km / 7.4 miles from Oideas Gael

Fáilte ÉireannRegional Tourist Office in Donegal Town
+353 (0)74 97 21 148
failteireland.ie

Please e-mail us directly for a list of available selfcatering cottages.oifig@oideasgael.ie

Questions? Answers!

If I stay in self-catering accommodation — what is that like?We rent houses locally during the course season. Usually, 4-5 participants share these, living and cooking together. It gives you the freedom to come and go as you want and stay within your preferred budget. There are a number of shops and restaurants in the area, meaning you can eat out or cook at home as desired. Most of the houses are within a short walking distance of Oideas Gael, all have bathrooms with shower and heating. In some cases, you may need to learn how to light a turf fire — it isn't that difficult!

How close to Oideas Gael's centre will I be?Our accommodation providers are spread throughout the Gleann Cholm Cille valley. Most are within a short walking distance of Oideas Gael, while a small number may be more suited to those who are in a position to drive. A number of factors determine where we place each participant, including accommodation type, whether the person has a car, any disabilities or walking issues, when the booking was made, etc. For this reason, it is important you fill out the booking form completely and accurately, and let us know if you have any special requirements. Our most popular accommodation choices often fill up quickly, so reserve early!

Do you cater for vegetarians or other dietary requirements?All of our accommodation providers are experienced with a variety of dietary requirements. Just let them know when you arrive. You can even show them how to prepare for your own food needs!

Do you cater for families?We always recommend that a family rent a local cottage or house. We will assist in reserving this. If parent/parents are attending the course, we can help arrange for a local young person to look after the children during class sessions. Parent/parents make their own arrangement with the childminder before arrival.

Bed clothing and linen requirements?All bedlinen is provided in B&B and self-catering houses. We prefer that people bring their own towels although if you are travelling from abroad and would prefer not to carry extra luggage we do have a back-up supply!

Where and when do I pay for my accommodation?Accommodation fees are paid on arrival at course. B&B accommodation is paid directly to the host families, self-catering accommodation is paid through the Oideas Gael office. It is advisable to have cash for this transaction as credit card facilities may not always be available depending on the accommodation provider.

How many nights does my accommodation booking include?If booked through Oideas Gael, your accommodation is from the start date of your course until the morning of departure date. For example, if doing a week-long course then your accommodation is available from the Saturday afternoon (start date of course) with checkout the following Saturday morning (7 nights in total).