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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.

- extremely nice people working at that place, very helpful with suggestions and recommendations - rooms are great, comfortable beds with curtains to have more privacy - next to each sleeping place there is a cute shelf and a small lamp so you can use it comfortably when everyone else is sleeping - bathrooms are very clean and modern - a very clean place in general - spacial social area - I didn't try breakfast so can not tell anything about that

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8.1
Very Good
2,212 reviews
Price from
$29
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 hostel is perfect. An incredible cost benefit. All!

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8.1
Very Good
1,430 reviews
Price from
$35
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.

I like everything about Jacob inn

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8.3
Very Good
11,249 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
353 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.

Friendly staff, cleanliness, bus stops nearby, I love the bed concept

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7.3
Good
4,476 reviews
Price from
$35
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
2,871 reviews
Price from
$35
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 staff members were incredibly friendly. The hostel was really clean and my luggage and other stuff was really secure during my stay. I would totally recommend this hostel.

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7.7
Good
4,143 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

The property and the staff were absolutely wonderful. The rooms were modern and quiet, very clean and comfortable. The check-in and check out process was very simple and pleasant

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7.4
Good
7,246 reviews
Price from
$28
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.

Everyone was very friendly and helpful. There are many organised social activities where you can meet with other people. Great location right in the city centre and next to transport.

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7.8
Good
6,222 reviews
Price from
$31
per night

Abigail's hostel has private rooms and shared dormitories for budget-conscious travellers. Each room has an en suite shower and toilet. Abigail's has communal areas, free Wi-Fi, free bed linen and imposes no curfew. There is also a self-catering kitchen and vending machines.

The convenient location, the common place, the kitchen , the luggage room and the toilet that are on the ground floor, even though you check out, you can still enjoy the facilities. The room is spacious, quiet and clean.

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7.8
Good
4,450 reviews
Price from
$24
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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  • Jacobs Inn Dublin
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 11,248 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.

    Is the best hostel in Ireland and one on the Europe

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

    Please be advised that it is essential that all members of the reservation are over 19 years old. In the event this is not the case, admission will not be allowed, and a refund will not be granted.

    Perfect location, clean & staff were friendly.

  • Clink i Lár
    Central location
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,210 reviews

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

    Location, staff, facilities, value for money all excellent

  • Canbe Garden Lane Backpackers
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,430 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

  • Abigail's Hostel
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,449 reviews

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

    Enjoyed the kitchen and common areas, and ease of access

  • Canbe Gardiner House
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,142 reviews

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

    Staff, the room itself, location and the breakfast

  • Mixed dormitory shared with other guests
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4 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.

  • Ashfield Hostel
    Central location
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,834 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 was excellent. Staff were excellent. Very clean.

  • Generator Dublin
    Central location
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7,245 reviews

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

    Staff was very supportive. Excellent location. Cleanliness.

  • Leevin Hostel George
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,867 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.

    The hostel was clean and close to the city center.

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Hostels that guests love in Dublin

  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,476 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: $216.24
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 226 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: $182.72
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7,122 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: $182.72
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7,122 reviews
    Most central, no problems, safe, clean, had all I needed for short cheap stay
    Ronan
    Solo traveler
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,449 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: $278.95
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,222 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: $194.38
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7,245 reviews
    The best hostel in Dublin. Safe, clean and a great atmosphere.
    Caroline
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $165.25
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 11,248 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
     · 2,834 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
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,476 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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