Host Families in Donegal

Find a perfect Host Family in Donegal for Guest's Holiday Stay

Top Host Families in Donegal

These are our top rated host families in Donegal. They will provide the perfect homestay in Donegal, Ireland. They have amazing profiles and are eager to answer any questions!

The Duddy Family

2 Girl's age 26, 21 | 1 Boy age 5

€ 49/night

Great things to do in Donegal

These are some of the best activities for young people to do in Donegal!

Glenveagh National Park

Explore the scenic wonders of Glenveagh National Park for free. Stroll around its pristine lakes, lush woodlands, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Derryveagh Mountains. While access to the park is free, there may be a small fee to visit Glenveagh Castle, a magnificent 19th-century mansion nestled within the park.

Slieve League Cliffs

Witness the dramatic beauty of Slieve League Cliffs, among the highest sea cliffs in Europe. Hike along the coastal trails for awe-inspiring vistas over the Atlantic Ocean, free of charge.

Glengesh Pass

Take a scenic drive or walk through the enchanting Glengesh Pass. This picturesque route weaves through lush green hills and meadows, providing a tranquil and cost-free way to immerse yourself in Donegal's rugged and unspoiled landscape.

More great Host Families in Donegal

Here are more great hostfamilies in Donegal, Ireland. These families provide the perfect homestay in Donegal, Ireland

The Nixon Family

2 Girl's age 10, 7

€ 49/night

The Thompson Family

1 Girl age 12 | 1 Boy age 12

€ 49/night

The Mc Gee Family

2 Boy's age 9, 14

€ 49/night

The Sweeney Family

1 Girl age 5 | 2 Boy's age 10, 8

€ 49/night

Earn €1,100 as a Host Family in Donegal

Earn €1,100 as a Host Family in Donegal

Become a host family in Donegal and earn €1,100 hosting a single guest for two weeks. We are available 14/7 exited to help you with everything from signing up to getting paid. We empower you, our host families, to decide who and when they host. You can talk to young people eager to travel before they book to ensure they are perfect fit to your family.

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Your questions, answered

When do summer activities start?

Summer camps in Ireland take place primarily in July and August, although there are some camps available in June.

When can I do language immersion stays?

Living with a host family in Ireland is possible all year round. If you choose to travel during the school year, it is advised to combine your trip with a school stay with Famworld. If your stay takes place during the summer months, we advise enrolling in summer camps in Ireland.

How do I book an experience?

To book your stay with a host family in Ireland, simply follow this link. You will choose the host family and activities before booking.

How well do you know your families?

We have a network of over 1,200 host families in Ireland, ranging everywhere from our Dublin host families to our Cork host families. We make it a priority to visit all of our families prior to them hosting, in order to make sure that they are up to the Famworld standard as well as ensuring they complete and pass the Police vetting procedure. Please review our triple vetting process here .

Who will collect me at the airport?

Either your host family in Ireland or a member of the Famworld team will be there to meet and greet you when you arrive.

Why should I add a summer camp to the experience?

Summer camps in Ireland are uniquely designed to allow you to discover Irish life and connect with local Irish people, all while living with a host family in Ireland. These activities coupled with their day-to-day life with a host family in Ireland, will lead to your English language greatly improving.

What do you do in a language immersion stay?

A language immersion stay is designed to immerse you into Irish life and culture with a host family in Ireland as their personal guide. They will spend their days with the family doing normal day-to-day activities, attending local sporting events and going on family day trips etc. The aim is to significantly improve your conversational English through a lived experience with their host family in Ireland, and for them to have fun in the process.

Can you help me find a boarding school in Ireland?

If you are interested in a boarding school stay please visit Hebe Education</a >

My child is going to a boarding school in Ireland, do you provide these services?

If you are interested in a boarding school stay please visit Hebe Education</a >

Is it possible for the host family to give English lessons?

Yes, it is possible to get English lessons while staying with a host family in Ireland. A qualified English teacher will come to your host family’s home to provide one-to-one tuition. There is an extra charge for this service.

Will there be many other international guests attending these summer camps in Ireland?

Summer camps in Ireland are primarily targeted at Irish people, and the first language of over 90% of those attending these camps is English. This ensures that you will be immersed in English for the duration of their stay, allowing them plenty of opportunities to practice and improve their conversational English. Outside of camp hours, they will be with their chosen host family in Ireland where they will converse in English continually.

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