Ben Lettery Youth Hostel is situated in a wonderful area for walking and fishing. The mountains are bounded on their southern and eastern sides by a chain of lakes. Nearby are the lively villages of Recess, one of Connemaras choicest beauty spots and the quiet village resort of Roundstone. Inishboffin, the island of legend and folklore, can be visited from nearby Cleggan. Also a good base to visit the Aran Islands-45 minutes from Rossaveal from where the ferry to the Islands operate.