Dublin, Ireland, is a city that has a great deal of charm, both Old World and modern. One of the most reasonable ways to stay in Dublin is by finding a good hostel. This is a city with lots of hostels, so it's important to do your research and find one that has a good reputation. You should also compare the pricing and amenities offered at different hostels. Here are a few of Dublin's best.
- Abigail's Hostel
Abigail's Hostel, located in Temple Bar, is in a scenic location that overlooks the River Liffey and Ha'Penny Bridge. It offers both dorms and private rooms. Dorms are either female-only or coed. The rooms and facilities are clean and pleasant. Free breakfast is included and other amenities include Wi-Fi, a self-catering kitchen, luggage lockers, and 24-hour reception. Abigail's Hostel is convenient to many attractions, such as Trinity College and many restaurants, bars, and shops. This hostel has been voted among the Top 10 Hostels in Ireland several times. - Harvey's Guesthouse
Harvey's Guesthouse is located right in the middle of Dublin. It's a clean, well organized guesthouse whose rooms have recently been renovated. This is a good choice for travelers who want the privacy of single, double, or triple rooms that are equipped with bathrooms. In this sense, it's not strictly speaking a hostel, but the rates are quite reasonable compared to most hotels in the area, starting at around $100 per night. Amenities include Wi-Fi, wheelchair access, and private parking. - Generator Dublin
Generator Dublin is conveniently located in the Smithfield Square section of Dublin. This is a hostel that provides a variety of accommodations, from private rooms to dorms that hold six or eight people. The hostel has a game room, secure lockers, 24-hour reception, and washing machines. There is no curfew. Generator Dublin is within walking distance to many of the city's most popular attractions, such as the famous Jameson Distillery right next door. - Times Hostels - College Street and Camden Place
Times Hostels have two Dublin locations, one at College Street, the other at Camden Place. College Street is right in the heart of the city, across from Trinity College. Camden Place is located in the busy Village Quarter, which is near many clubs, pubs, restaurants, and shopping. Both hostels offer special features such as a Free Viking Walking Tour of Dublin and the Viking Pub Crawl every evening. Times Hostels also offer 24-hour reception, a variety of rooms with ensuite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, free luggage storage, and large common areas to socialize. - Abrahams Hostel
Abrahams is another conveniently located Dublin hostel that's within walking distance to the city's many attractions as well as a supermarket and pubs. You can choose between coed and female-only dorms as well as private rooms. Private rooms start at only $23 per night. This hostel welcomes travelers of all types and ages, from backpackers to families and couples.
