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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.

Everything was great, location, the bed with courtains, with plug and lights, the common areas were great. The staff was really nice too. I would definetly come back.

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8.1
Very Good
1,719 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Located in Dublin, 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.

Dividers on the bed for privacy. This was the only hostel in Ireland that had a comfortable temperture at night. Most hostels in Ireland were super hot. I traveled in July. Garden Backpackers had great air flow and the entire place was clean.

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8.1
Very Good
1,371 reviews
Price from
$31
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.

The location is great, in the city centre. The train station is within 5 mins'walk. The staff here is so kind and nice. The facility is modern and like brand new. Nice atmosphere here.

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8.3
Very Good
10,793 reviews
Price from
$23
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.

It's the first hostel in Dublin city center that included a breakfast with fruit salad, cheese, ham, salami, juicy, coffee, cereal, pastries, soup, olives, and a kitchen totally equipped. The wifi work very well. The staff clean all the areas and toilets every day. You can rent a towel if you want. The rooms are warm. The staff speak english, spanish and portugues.

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8.3
Very Good
201 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.

Brazilian staff really helpful, the bed give you privacy and you feel in your own space. I really liked the study rooms, all the spaces are comfortable and well clean, being one of the cheap options in the city I was really surprised with the quality, could definitely have a better score.

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7.3
Good
4,221 reviews
Price from
$29
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.

The lady who works reception she is so good respectful women she knows her work social i appreciate.

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7.3
Good
2,678 reviews
Price from
$34
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
3,956 reviews
Price from
$29
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

Excellent room with private bathroom and staff very friendly helpful 👌

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7.4
Good
6,898 reviews
Price from
$25
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.

The location is at a good place. It has shops and bus stops around

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5.5
Review score
1,454 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.

Location Semiprofessional Kitchen for guest Breakfast Facilities

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7.8
Good
6,006 reviews
Price from
$31
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • Gogartys Temple Bar Hostel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 200 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.

    La ubicación, limpieza, personal y relación calidad precio

  • Jacobs Inn Dublin
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 10,794 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
    Central location
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,718 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.

  • Garden Lane Backpackers
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,371 reviews

    Located in Dublin, Garden Lane Backpackers is 1969 feet from St Patrick's Cathedral. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as the Guinness Storehouse.

    The location, the cleaning, the people working there

  • Abbey Court Hostel
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,004 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
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,257 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

  • Gardiner House
    Central location
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,956 reviews

    Set in Dublin, 2297 feet from Croke Park Stadium, Gardiner House offers accommodations within a 200 year old converted Victorian chapel.

    The cleanliness was most important . 24/7 check in.

  • Ashfield Hostel
    Central location
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,661 reviews

    Ashfield Hostel is the most centrally located hostel in Dublin - between Trinity College and O'Connell Bridge and one minutes' walk from Temple Bar, Grafton Street and attractions.

    Location, facilities, staff, washroom in room, free tea

  • Generator Dublin
    Central location
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,898 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!

  • Dublin City Centre Apartment

    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...

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Hostels that guests love in Dublin

  • Avg. price/night: $566.49
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 179 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
    Group
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,881 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
    Solo traveler
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,881 reviews
    Most central, no problems, safe, clean, had all I needed for short cheap stay
    Ronan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $662.17
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,257 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
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $426.47
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,004 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
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $416.53
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,898 reviews
    The best hostel in Dublin. Safe, clean and a great atmosphere.
    Caroline
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $1,264.74
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 10,794 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
    Solo traveler
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,661 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
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $426.47
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,004 reviews
    Best feature: Great location. Lovely staff. Breakfast (included) was so much more than I expected. I have stayed in so many hostels worldwide, never seen such. Although rooms are smaller, beds were all comfortable. They provide everything. Abbey Court is in top 3 hostels of my list. Thanks a lot for making our days in Dublin easy. By the way, just an advice, there’s an irish pub nearby. Cheaper than many places in the center, but delicious with huge portions.
    Ezgi
    Group
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,221 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
    Solo traveler

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