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Conveniently situated in Dublin, Clink i Lár provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to several well-known attractions, less than 1 km from Chester Beatty Library, a 13-minute walk from Gaiety Theatre and 1.3 km from The Little Museum of Dublin. The property is non-smoking and is located 800 metres from St. Michan's Church.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Jameson Distillery, The City Hall and Dublin Castle. The nearest airport is Dublin Airport, 9 km from Clink i Lár.

Super location, kitchen on board, nice beds with curtains. A lot of electric outlets everywhere and friendly staff.

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8.1
Very Good
1,903 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Located in Dublin, Canbe Garden Lane Backpackers is 600 metres from St Patrick's Cathedral. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as the Guinness Storehouse.

At the hostel, some of the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower.

The room was spotlessly clean and comfortable. We were both happy with the on site shower and bathroom facilities, which were also very clean. Above all else the staff were friendly and accomodating which really improves a stay for us.

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8.1
Very Good
1,385 reviews
Price from
$42
per night

Just a 5-minute walk from Dublin’s lively Temple Bar entertainment district, this modern purpose-built hostel offers affordable accommodation within the very heart of the city. It specialises in group hostel accommodation for schools, universities and low-budget tours to Dublin.

Very great place to stay. I was surprised with the bed arrangement, they are like pods, so you cannot be disturbed by others. There is also a small place to put your luggage, you dont need a lock yo secure them as they work with a pin.

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8.3
Very Good
10,967 reviews
Price from
$26
per night

The Oliver St. John Gogarty hostel is situated in the heart of Dublin’s cultural quarter, Temple Bar. The hostel offers private and shared accommodation with free WiFi and breakfast included.

There is secure 24-hour parking next to the hostel, where guests can receive discounted rates.

Authenticity of Irish people, from there in my descriptions were accurate and eventually the hostel exceeded my expectations. In knew they were authentic but that was a crush.

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8.2
Very Good
243 reviews
Price from
$34
per night

Leevin Hostel Mountjoy is in a prime location in the centre of Dublin, and provides a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.8 km from Connolly Train Station, 1.5 km from The City Hall and 1.7 km from Dublin Castle. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.

great location, friendly staff, well connected

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7.3
Good
4,308 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Leevin Hostel George is located in the centre of Dublin, 1.2 km from Croke Park Stadium. Located around 1.6 km from St. Michan's Church, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1.4 km away from EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.1 km from Connolly Train Station.

Accommodation was in the city centre. The staff were all always very nice. We were surprised by the cleanliness. It smelled good in the room and the bathroom. It was modern and nice.

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7.3
Good
2,748 reviews
Price from
$31
per night

The hostel features both shared dorms and private rooms. All private rooms in the hostel are fitted with a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Guest rooms feature a wardrobe. Towels can be rented for a small additional fee. Hairdryers are available upon request.

The location is amazing. Walking distance from the city center and bus stop to the airport is just a few minutes walk away. The room was clean with white bedsheets and spacious shower rooms. Staff is very helpful and friendly. I really appreciated their hospitality.

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7.7
Good
4,016 reviews
Price from
$35
per night

Dormitory Room for 6 with bunk beds with shared external bathroom and toilet. Includes bed linen and individual lockers.

- 3 bunks – 6 beds

- All bunks include a light feature, personal shelf and under-bed lockers

The breakfast hall was beautiful and the food good! Beds were comfortable and it was easy to either walk or take the luas to the hostel!

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7.4
Good
7,007 reviews
Price from
$27
per night

The Apache is 200 metres from Dublin Castle and a 5-minute walk from St Stephen's Green. It offers affordable accommodation, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace.

The Apache Hostel is located in the vibrant Temple Bar district of Dublin. The hostel has a 24-hour reception and is surrounded by a fantastic selection of bars, restaurants and clubs.

Excellent location, friendliest staff, squeaking clean. A little AnkhMorpork-ish late in the night when i went outside for a cigarette but that's The Temple Bar for you :) Wonderful place to crash overnight. Good transport connections ( bus nr.16 from the airport, 2,60 euro per person, College Green busstop) and a bounty of taxis in the night (30 euro to the airport). All your Dublin attractions are within a walking distance). We had a great stay and would definitely use it again!

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5.5
Review score
1,468 reviews
Price from
$34
per night

Boasting free Wi-Fi, this modern hostel is located just off Dublin's famous O'Connell Bridge. Guests can enjoy 24-hour reception and nightly pub crawls.

Abbey Court Hostel provides a wide range of facilities for guests, including free bed linen, free lockers in the rooms, laundry facilities, and free use of computers with internet access.

I loved it! Fantastic location and the kindest staff.

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7.8
Good
6,081 reviews
Price from
$31
per night

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Budget hotels in Dublin

  • Gogartys Temple Bar Hostel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 243 reviews

    The Oliver St. John Gogarty hostel is located in the heart of Dublin’s cultural quarter, Temple Bar. The hostel offers private and shared accommodations with free WiFi and breakfast included.

    Amazing location, very clean, comfortable, fully equipped kitchen

  • Dublin Palm 2 Shared rooms
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Well located in the Rathmines district of Dublin, Dublin Palm 2 Shared rooms is located 1.7 miles from RDS, 1.8 miles from Lansdowne Road Train Station and 1.9 miles from Fitzwilliam Square.

  • Dublin City Centre Apartment
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very Poor
    Rated very poor
     · 3 reviews

    Well located in the Dublin City Centre district of Dublin, Dublin City Centre Apartment is located a 10-minute walk from Jameson Distillery, half a mile from The City Hall and a 13-minute walk from...

  • Fernando's place
    4.0
    Scored 4.0
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 28 reviews

    Fernando's place is offering accommodations in Dublin. The property is located a 9-minute walk from Kilmainham Gaol, 1.3 miles from Heuston Train Station and 1.8 miles from National Museum of Ireland...

Hotels located in the center of Dublin

  • Jacobs Inn Dublin
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 10,967 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from Dublin’s lively Temple Bar entertainment district, this modern purpose-built hostel offers affordable accommodations within the very heart of the city.

    Excellent place, everything is near to this hostel

  • Clink i Lár
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,903 reviews

    Conveniently located in Dublin, Clink i Lár provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    The location si perfect, everything was clean, very friendly staff.

  • Abbey Court Hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,079 reviews

    Boasting free Wi-Fi, this modern hostel is located just off Dublin's famous O'Connell Bridge. Guests can enjoy 24-hour reception and nightly pub crawls.

    friendly staff! located of hostel free breakfast

  • Abigail's Hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,325 reviews

    Just seconds from cultural Temple Bar, Abigail's Hostel has a great central location on Aston Quay, overlooking the Liffey River.

    Very easy to find my way around it and the indoor layout is very nice

  • Generator Dublin
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7,005 reviews

    Dormitory Room for 6 with bunk beds with shared external bathroom and toilet. Includes bed linen and individual lockers.

    Very helpful stuff and exceptional customer support!

  • Leevin Hostel George
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,748 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Leevin Hostel George is located in the center of Dublin, a 14-minute walk from Croke Park Stadium.

    staff were friendly and the bed was very comfortable

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Hostels that guests love in Dublin

  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,308 reviews
    Think youth hostel, dormitories, study rooms, multi cubicle showers and toilets, kitchen, laundry, helpful staff, cafe. Quiet safe clean rooms, solid enclosed bunks with a comfy mattress, shelf, light and charger inside the bunk and a curtain to for privacy. Also a locker/drawer under the bunk for stuff. Didn't hear any noise from any other guest during the night Staff friendly, helpful and efficient Nice area for cafe, old stained glass architecture, relaxed with other guests Outside garden for relaxing, chilled
    smith
    Ireland
  • From $217.13 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 199 reviews
    Really nice hotel room, great location and fantastic value for money. It's the only hotel where I've been asked to leave a deposit which was a bit strange, felt a bit like a hostel in that way. Now, the sound proofing between rooms isn't that great but you cannot hear the traffic outside despite it being on a busy road. Overall, I loved the room and had a nice stay right on Temple Bar.
    Emma Mayhew
    Netherlands
  • From $216.04 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,967 reviews
    Felt safe in my room as a female travelling alone for work. Doors locked from the inside (this is strangely uncommon on budget hotels). Great location. GREAT restaurant downstairs for a convenient supper.
    V
    Victoria
    United Kingdom
  • From $216.04 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,967 reviews
    Most central, no problems, safe, clean, had all I needed for short cheap stay
    Ronan
    Ireland
  • From $146.55 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,325 reviews
    I stayed in in the hostel and it was exactly what a hostel should be cheap clean and safe the staff were very professional and helpful I will stay again there on my next vist too Dublin plus the price isn’t too bad either
    P
    PATRICK
    Ireland
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,079 reviews
    Staff were super friendly and approachable and met some really great people here. A very social hostel with daily events like walking tours, pub quizzes, and bar crawls. Curtains and lights at every bed and a full length mirror in the room. Breakfast was simple (cereal, toast, some cold meat, and cheese) but free. Great location to explore from and felt safe walking back at night. Also very easy to get the airport bus to and fro.
    Teehani
    Australia
  • From $163.80 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7,005 reviews
    The best hostel in Dublin. Safe, clean and a great atmosphere.
    Caroline
    Ireland
  • From $231.89 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 10,967 reviews
    Extremely nice hostel for the price paid. The beds were more private than at many hostels; there is only one curtain at the front and walls on all other sides. You don't have to bring your own lock; they're built into the lockers. Bathroom was clean. Location is probably the biggest plus since it is only a few minutes walk from the city center. If you're looking for a cheap stay in Dublin I would highly recommend this.
    Robert
    United States of America
  • From $156.92 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,708 reviews
    Obviously this is a budget hostel and I was in a shared bunk-bed room with 3 other women BUT it was clean, the bed was comfortable, the room was en suite, fab location, all facilities were great and the staff were super helpful. I'm in my fifties and it was lovely that there were a surprising number of other older women too. It felt safe and friendly
    Jo Hills
    United Kingdom
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,308 reviews
    Best hostel I have ever stayed in. Really clean and comfortable. The bunk bed set up is brilliant - all feels very private and safe. It was quiet at night, I never had to queue for the showers and the lounge / dining and study rooms are excellent. It’s a short walk into town and right by a bus stop. Lots of nice places to eat and drink just minutes away.
    jeanne
    United Kingdom

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