One of the best things about this place is that you're not going to find a Best Western on Achill, Island. The travel accommodations are pretty much limited to some hostels, the beautiful Achill Head Hotel, the historic Wavecrest Hotel, and the B&B's. I chose to stay at the Rich View hostel because it was cheapest, but after I poked around, I really found it to be the nicest place to stay. The people who own the Rich View are saints. I stayed there for an entire month, and they didn't ask for any payment until the end. They have a genuine interest in helping visitors learn about Irish history and culture, and the patriarch of the family plays in a really good Irish band at a local pub. I stayed in a single room (the only one they have), but a lot of dormitories are available. The bathrooms are communal, but incredibly clean. Same goes for the kitchen.
The Rich View is down the street from Achill Pottery, and not too far from the Achill Head Hotel. Also nearby are a church (Catholic, duh), a doctor, and a general store.
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Comparison: least expensive
Prices: less than US$20
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Phone: 098-43462
Address: Rich View Hostel, Keel, County Mayo, EIRE
Directions: Keel
Website: www.richviewhostel.com
Other Contact: richviewhostel@hotmail.com
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on May 31, 2005
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