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Reviews of Generator Dublin This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Smithfield Square, Smithfield, D7 Dublin, Ireland

#131 of 155 hotels in Dublin

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 3731 hostel reviews

7.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.6

  • Comfort

    7.5

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can get very noisy at night - the music was still playing and was easily heard from the room even around midnight. Creaking bed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    good location, big kitchen.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    7.0
    Lovely hostel, except for hidden charges.
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You need to pay for luggage storage, pay for every day and hour, not just once of or per week. Most hostels have free or else reasonably priced luggage storage. And despite paying this, they still cannot confirm the safety of your luggage nor accept responsibility for it. some hidden costs such as that. The guy who checked me out was very rude and tried to instantly dismiss me. I had a basic question about luggage storage that I asked nicely. He snapped at me, as if for just asking him something. Ĺ

    The member of staff who checked my in was very friendly and helpful. Very clean and the facilities they do have a very good.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    7.0
    Overall, it was a good time at the Generator. The communal areas and location were great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The noise levels during the early hours of the morning and late at night were a bit excessive. It made it difficult to get a good night's sleep and left me feeling a bit tired during the day… but then again it is a hostel… Additionally, I was disappointed to learn that we weren't allowed to bring any outside food into the hostel. This meant that we couldn't enjoy any late-night fast food after a night out, which was a bit of a bummer. It would have been nice to have the option to bring in some snacks or takeout.

    The hostel was super fun! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a lively atmosphere and friendly staff. The bar on site was a huge plus, playing great music and offering a variety of drinks at reasonable prices. We decided to grab some food in the bar area and were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    8.0
    Would stay again, everything a hostel should be!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A lot of random people outside of the hostel going in and out of the lobby at times.

    Location, great places to eat nearby, lively lobby at night, comfortable room with bathroom.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    7.0
    Cool place to stay in
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Toilets too far from the room, you have to take an elevator, no blinds on the beds, a bit difficult to climb on the top bunk compared to other hostels, hairdryer with only cold air

    Cool bar and the whole space, spacious rooms, good location, comfy beds

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The receptionist by Name Mariana is so amazing. She's a top notch with her job. Her customer relationship is excellent 👌.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The toilet in our room wouldn't flush when I used it. Very embarrassing!

    Great location, friendly staff, very comfortable bed. Great to meet new people.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    8.0
    Great value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing stands out

    Great bar area and overall layout. Staff were helpful and a good location.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    8.0
    It’s nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s okay just that the convenience is on the next floor

    The area

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    7.0
    Budget Accommodation in a good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    When they say the Hostel doesn't sleep that's what they mean. There's events in the bar downstairs every night (which can be very fun) with a DJ and everything. What that means for everybody else who's not down there partying but trying to sleep - well, it's very noisy. Especially since you absolutely have to leave your window open to let in some air, otherwise you'd probably choke in your room. All in all my stay was pleasant, and the noise is just something to be aware of.

    The location is about 20min walk from temple bar (also LUAS Stop right there), so that's a bonus. I stayed in an 8-bed mixed dorm, the room was alright if not a little small. Whenever I went to reception the staff was very friendly and helpful and my checkout at 4 a.m. was no problem since someone is there 24/7.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    8.0
    Great location, excellent facilities. Perfect for a short stay in Dublin
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom wasn’t the best - shower head moved when using it which made showing awkward! Corridors were very noisy on a night time

    Property was in a great location and had amazing facilities. Great value for money. Bed was comfortable. Staff were for the most part very helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    6.0
    Place was dusty and drunk people were noisy and loud wouldn’t recommend for a family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room for 4
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not clean for a family room was dusty

    It was a good vibe in the place

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    8.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The price of the locker

    Clean room and clean corridor

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Top bunk am too big to go up

    The staff .excellent both reception,bar,kitchen awesome

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    8.0
    Great stay, great place to come back and recharge. Safe hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beds were not very comfortable. But for the price was ok.

    Convenient location, next to Jameson distillery.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    6.0
    Was okay for the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Staff was so mean. I work at a hotel both full and part time, and I understand if they are stressed by all the french kids, but Im just one person, I come across nice and i respect staff. But on multiple occasions they just were cold and rude. Tried ordering breakfast and was told i could only get a continental breakfast, but they say they offer a full menu. after a long night of being ill and sleeping 12 hours because of it, i accidentally locked my bag up in my container and was met with a lot of hostility so i just had to be stern and say "okay then how do i fix my situation?".

    Location was alright for the price, had to do some heavy walking to get anywhere that offered cafes or shops. but that was about max 15 min

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    8.0
    Quick and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Wish there was curtains.

    Checkin and checkout were very smooth.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The music is too loud during the whole day and the rooms whre not that clean. The Ladies Showers were not fully equipped -there is only a hair dryer, for example, and no plugs-.

    The staff was super nice and it is a good choice for students and groups. It is not that close from the centre of the city, but is a nice place with restaurants around.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2024

    8.0
    Recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Price, Front desk staff Zara , environment

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    7.0
    Did the job for an overnight stay, friendly, comfortable but not for me
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The check in wasn’t ready at 2pm and as I was only staying for a short amount of time, I would’ve preferred to have been able to get to my room and back out to explore Dublin. The bunk bed in down were very low - compared to other Generator hostels, as a 5”5 female, my head touched the above bed frame. The neighbourhood I felt unsafe as a solo traveller - although the main road is well lit, in order to get to the hostel, it is a brief walk down two back streets, before it opens back up into a lit area. I wish I had known before booking

    I enjoyed the building - it had many floors but not too broad so you got lost. The bar area was very sociable with events on (not sure if private or for anybody to attend).

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 29, 2024

    7.0
    Great Value for Money
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    If noise isn't your thing, then I wouldn't recommend the location.

    The location is ideal for access to the city centre, the rooms are nicely laid out, security is strong with the need for keycards and the staff are helpful.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2024

    7.0
    Great for a quick stay. Brilliant as has locker options
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    top beds were dusty. but , staff are lovely and accomodated my request to rransfer to a lower bunk bed

    bery affordable. very central . 5min walk to luas redline

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2024

    6.0
    Fair
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn’t feel it was clean enough, it wasn’t terrible but I didn’t think the bathroom was very clean and we had a private room with en suite bathroom. I felt that it wasn’t great for the money spent.

    The location was good, the property has a nice entertainment area with pool tables and a bar. Easy check in and easy check out. Friendly staff. Electronic lockers to leave your luggage for early arrivers.

    Stayed in February 2024

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