Accommodation in Gleann Cholm Cille

Bed and breakfast

If you choose this option, you will be staying with a Gaeltacht family, in specially selected homes, with breakfast provided. (You will not have access to food preparation facilities but 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€315 per person per week
€135 per person on 3-day weekend

Single room€420 per person per week (limited availability)
€180 per person on 3-day weekend (limited availability)

Budget self-catering

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€170 per person per week

Single room€230 per person per week (limited availability)

Self-catering

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€210 per person per week
€90 per person on 3-day weekend

Single room€280 per person per week (limited availability)
€120 per person on 3-day weekend (limited availability)

Self-catering en suite

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, broadband internet, etc. In most cases, the accommodation fee may be paid by credit card.

Twin or double room€250 per person per week
€120 per person on 3-day weekend

Single room€320 per person per week (limited availability)
€150 per person on 3-day weekend (limited availability)

Alternative housing options

Oideas Gael also works with a number of local providers who offer self-catering housing which does not fall under the above options. This includes some premium housing sold at higher rates than those quoted above as well as accommodation outside of the Gleann Cholm Cille valley which may be of particular interest to those making later bookings during busy, high-season periods. Such options are subject to availability.

E-mail us to discuss further optionsoifig@oideasgael.ie

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 participant has somewhere to stay; your cooperation will be appreciated.

John Eoinín's Bar & AccommodationFamily-run accommodation within a short walking distance of Oideas Gael. (No food preparation/self-catering facilities.)
+353 (0)87 385 4046
johneoinins.ie
0.5 km / 0.3 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

Carrick GateLuxury accommodation in nearby Carrick village. Suitable for those with a car.
+353 (0)86 811 2292
carrickgate.com
10 km / 6.2 miles from Oideas Gael

Fáilte ÉireannRegional Tourist Office in Donegal Town
+353 (0)74 97 21 148
failteireland.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?Gleann Cholm Cille is a rural area—our accommodation providers are spread throughout the valley and only a small number of accommodation providers are directly adjacent to the Oideas Gael campus. Most are within a short walking distance (5–15 minutes) of Oideas Gael, however, while a small number are more suited to those who have a car. Your choice of accommodation does not necessarily determine your distance from our centre. A number of factors decide where we place each participant, including accommodation type, whether the person has a car, any disabilities or walking issues, how early 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?While Oideas Gael courses are for participants aged 18 and above, families will sometimes rent a local cottage or house together and stay in the area. We will assist in reserving this, subject to availability. During the month of July, summer camps or summer language courses for teenagers may take place in Gleann Cholm Cille or in the neighbouring parish of Cill Chartha. Please contact us to discuss potential options.

Bed clothing and linen requirements?All bedlinen is provided in B&B and self-catering houses. We recommend 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).