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Jacobs Inn, hotel in Dublin

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.

The beds were great and I liked the shelf and charging outlet in the cubes; the cubes with curtains provided better privacy that is normally available in hostel rooms. Breakfast had a good variety, staff were very nice, and the street wasn't too busy.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
12,277 reviews
Price from
$68.58
1 night, 2 adults
Gogartys Temple Bar Hostel, hotel in Dublin

Please be advised that all guests must present a valid physical ID or passport upon check-in. Without this, guests will not be able to stay in the hostel.

Hostel staff was great; the underbed storage was an excellent option; water pressure and shower was excellent; the all-hours dining area was great for bringing back food; location was perfect for exploring Temple Bar and neighboring parts of Dublin
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
1,142 reviews
Price from
$106.42
1 night, 2 adults
Canbe Garden Lane Backpackers, hotel in Dublin

Located in Dublin, Canbe 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.

Everything was perfect
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
1,646 reviews
Price from
$134.47
1 night, 2 adults
Clink i Lár, hotel in Dublin

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

Quiet hostel well. There's all you need next to your bed, charging station, something to lay your phone or book and your belongings. Large lockers inside the room. Good hostel in general.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
3,981 reviews
Price from
$108.45
1 night, 2 adults
Generator Dublin, hotel in Dublin

Dormitory Room for 6 with bunk beds with shared external bathroom and toilet. Includes bed linen and individual lockers. The perfect room for you and your crew.

Downstairs, near the lobby, there is a bar area with seats and games like pool, shuffleboard and ping pong. This was a great area to chill in when we wanted a relaxing night.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
8,072 reviews
Price from
$92.87
1 night, 2 adults
Ashfield Hostel, hotel in Dublin

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.

Overall everything is good
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
3,374 reviews
Price from
$141.64
1 night, 2 adults
Abigail's Hostel, hotel in Dublin

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

Can't say enough good about this hostel. Dorm rooms, showers and toilets cleaned twice daily. Free milk. Kitchen constantly monitored for cleanliness and tidied. Very well located, on the Liffey. Steps away from the inter city bus stop. Close enough to Temple Bar to stroll there but not so close that the noise would be an issue. Convenience store a few meters away and a bigger grocery store less than 15 minutes away. Lovely, friendly staff. Non squeaky bunks. Lockable storage under the beds. Lovely, bright common room. I could go on.
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
4,818 reviews
Price from
$146.72
1 night, 2 adults
The Dawson Hostel, hotel in Dublin

The Dawson Hostel is set in Dublin’s city center, a short distance from St. Stephen's Green and Grafton Street, where guests will find the city's main shopping district.

The facilities were alright and the room was relatively clean. The location was good but besides that many issues.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
1,056 reviews
Price from
$183.81
1 night, 2 adults
Abbey Court Hostel, hotel in Dublin

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.

Breakfast, shared kitchen, bar, playing room
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
6,930 reviews
Price from
$62.34
1 night, 2 adults
The Apache Hostel, hotel in Dublin

The Apache is 656 feet from Dublin Castle and a 5-minute walk from St Stephen's Green. It offers affordable accommodations, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace.

Fantastic location! Right by the Temple bar district but not on an actual bar street and super close to a Spar grocery store. A simple place but a great value.
Scored 5.5
5.5
Rated fair
Average
1,647 reviews
Price from
$109.96
1 night, 2 adults
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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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  • Clink i Lár
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,981 reviews

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

    The toilet and Common areas Also the cleanliness

  • Gogartys Temple Bar Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,143 reviews

    Please be advised that all guests must present a valid physical ID or passport upon check-in. Without this, guests will not be able to stay in the hostel.

    Great place the reception staff are great Thank you

  • Generator Dublin
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 8,072 reviews

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

    Everything in Generator. The buzz, The cleanliness

  • The Apache Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 5.5
    5.5
    Rated fair
    Average
     · 1,647 reviews

    The Apache is 656 feet from Dublin Castle and a 5-minute walk from St Stephen's Green. It offers affordable accommodations, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace.

    I like the facility, its neat & spacious as well

  • Ashfield Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,374 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.

    The staff were amazing. Made us feel very welcomed

  • Fernando's place
    Budget options available
    Scored 4.1
    4.1
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 125 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...

  • Dublin Quayside Hostel
    Budget options available

    Dublin Quayside Hostel is well situated in the center of Dublin, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

  • Mixed dormitory shared with other guests
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 6 reviews

    Providing free WiFi, Mixed dormitory shared with other guests offers rooms in Dublin, 4.3 miles from Connolly Train Station and 4.4 miles from EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum.

    I was nicely welcomed by the owner. A very nice man.

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Dublin

  • Jacobs Inn
    Central location
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 12,277 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.

    The staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating

  • Canbe Garden Lane Backpackers
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,646 reviews

    Located in Dublin, Canbe 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
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 6,930 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.

    The staff was friendly. It was near pubs and town.

  • Abigail's Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 4,818 reviews

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

    very nice staff and convenient kitchen and fridges

  • Canbe Gardiner House
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 4,724 reviews

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

    The bedding is great. Very comfortable facilities.

  • Leevin Hostel George
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,507 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.

    Great staff, clean sheets and beds. Superb location

  • Leevin Hostel Mountjoy
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5,313 reviews

    Leevin Hostel Mountjoy is well set in Dublin, and features a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Good location, comfortable beds, very friendly and helpful staff!

  • The Dawson Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,056 reviews

    The Dawson Hostel is set in Dublin’s city center, a short distance from St. Stephen's Green and Grafton Street, where guests will find the city's main shopping district.

    Staff are extremely helpful and it's such a good location.

FAQ about hostels in Dublin

Hostels that guests love in Dublin

  • Avg. price/night: $204.23
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,056 reviews
    Cheap, in a great location and met the basic requirements for a hostel room
    Lewis
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $96.74
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,143 reviews
    Great location for town, we got upgraded from a private twin room with a shared bathroom to a private 4 bed dorm with an en-suite. The room was clean, beds comfy and the staff were really friendly. The breakfast was good, just toast, cold meat, cheese, fruit, salad and soup but a great addition to the already cheap stay.
    Georgia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $123.44
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 12,277 reviews
    Good value for money, in that it was cheap and right beside Connolly station. Clean, with a comfortable bed and warm water in the shower. There's a nice bar in the foyer area and they serve good food too. Overall, a good hostel if you're on a budget.
    Ruairi
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $113.61
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,374 reviews
    Ashfield Hostel by far the best hostel I have ever been to. A perfect place for backpackers, great environment, excellent hospitality and most importantly outstanding location.
    Rajkumar
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $119.38
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5,313 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
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $107.49
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 409 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
  • Avg. price/night: $95.67
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 7,467 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
  • Avg. price/night: $95.67
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 7,467 reviews
    Most central, no problems, safe, clean, had all I needed for short cheap stay
    Ronan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $110.40
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 4,818 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: $119.38
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5,313 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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