Hostel Generator Dublin
Smithfield Square, Smithfield, D7 Dublin, Ireland – Great location - show map
Friendly,efficient staff.Very clean and great location
IrelandHelpfull staff,good location. My second time there.
CroatiaHuge super comfortable beds, crisp white bed linen, large screen TV, very clean, controllable heating.
IrelandReally friendly staff and very safe environment with Covid 19.
IrelandIt’s a great hostal, all facilities you could possibly need/want. Spotless clean. Big area to socialise with other travelers.
United KingdomThe staff give excellent service . Very professional. I should say the best hostel in Dublin.They help you a lot everything is handy and make your trip or stay more comfortable.
ArgentinaThis hostel is my favourite in Dublin and London. The beds are comfy and there’s always the best atmosphere. Not right now because of coronavirus restrictions but in normal times this is the perfect place to stay in Dublin if you’re travelling on a budget.
IrelandStaff are absolutely brilliant, so welcoming when you arrive on the premises. They really look after you when you stay there. The room itself is very cozy and modern. Very clean too.
IrelandPeople on reception are all very nice. Very kind and warm. Especially one staff called Mark, gave me a big help. Very good experience even in Covid time.
IrelandGenerator is always a great and comfortable place to stay for work or for leisure
Ireland
Generator Dublin
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Stay in the heart of Dublin – Great location - show map
One of our bestsellers in Dublin! The award-winning Generator Dublin is located right next to the Jameson Distillery and just beside the Smithfield LUAS stop, offering you easy access to every part of the city. Dublin Castle and the Guinness Storehouse are just a short walk away, as is the infamous and lively Temple Bar district.
Generator Dublin offers budget en-suite accommodation and a late night bar. A breakfast menu is available each morning and a delicious evening menu is offered as well. The property features regular DJs, live bands, quizzes, movie nights and live sports.
The reception is open 24 hours a day, located conveniently by the lounge where guests can relax and make use of the free Wi-Fi. There is also an on-site travel shop where guests can book sightseeing tickets, pick up any amenities they may have forgotten, or ask about the laundry and ironing facilities.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM machine on site.
Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)
Private parking available
Loyal customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
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Family Room for 4
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- Guests appreciated the convenient location
- Some guests said extra charges may be applicable
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- Guests enjoyed the food and drinks options nearby
See what guests loved the most:
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Noel
Ireland“Friendly,efficient staff.Very clean and great location”
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Leon
Croatia“Helpfull staff,good location. My second time there.”
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Elaine
Ireland
“Huge super comfortable beds, crisp white bed linen, large screen TV, very clean, controllable heating.”
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Jennifer
Ireland
“Really friendly staff and very safe environment with Covid 19.”
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Daniela
United Kingdom“It’s a great hostal, all facilities you could possibly need/want. Spotless clean. Big area to socialise with other travelers.”
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Paz
Argentina“The staff give excellent service . Very professional. I should say the best hostel in Dublin.They help you a lot everything is handy and make your trip or stay more comfortable.”
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Victoria
Ireland
“This hostel is my favourite in Dublin and London. The beds are comfy and there’s always the best atmosphere. Not right now because of coronavirus restrictions but in normal times this is the perfect place to stay in Dublin if you’re travelling on a budget.” Read more
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Eugene
Ireland
“Staff are absolutely brilliant, so welcoming when you arrive on the premises. They really look after you when you stay there. The room itself is very cozy and modern. Very clean too.”
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Jialin
Ireland
“People on reception are all very nice. Very kind and warm. Especially one staff called Mark, gave me a big help. Very good experience even in Covid time.”
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Danielle
Ireland
“Generator is always a great and comfortable place to stay for work or for leisure”
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Jameson Distillery0 miles
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Smithfield Chimney Viewing Tower0 miles
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Smithfield0 miles
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St. Michan's Church0.1 miles
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St. Audoen's Park0.3 miles
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St. Audoen's Church0.3 miles
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National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History0.4 miles
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National College of Art and Design0.4 miles
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Vicar Street0.4 miles
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Dublin City Council0.4 miles
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Cafe/bar Cobblestones0.1 miles
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Dublin Castle0.6 miles
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Button Factory0.6 miles
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Temple Bar0.6 miles
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St Patrick's Cathedral0.7 miles
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Teeling Whiskey Distillery0.7 miles
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Trinity College0.8 miles
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Dublin Zoo1.1 miles
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National Botanic Gardens1.7 miles
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Phoenix Park2.1 miles
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Portmarnock Golf Club7.7 miles
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River Liffey0.1 miles
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Sea/ocean Irish Sea2 miles
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Mountain Dublin8 miles
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Dublin Airport5.6 miles
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Cuisine: International
Facilities of Generator Dublin
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1
Most popular facilities
Services & Extras
- Tickets to attractions or shows Additional charge
Pets
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Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Pub crawls Additional charge
- Temporary art galleries
- Evening entertainment
- Nightclub/DJ
- Canoeing Additional charge
- Karaoke
- Billiards Additional charge
- Games room
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
Food & Drink
- On-site coffee house
- Chocolate or cookies Additional charge
- Fruits Additional charge
- Bottle of water Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Parking garage
- Street parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs € 27 per day.
Transport
- Public transport tickets Additional charge
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage Additional charge
- Ticket service
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- Laundry Additional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box Additional charge
General
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Gift shop
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
- German
- English
- Spanish
- Irish
- Italian
- Dutch
- Polish
- Portuguese
- Romanian
- Russian
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RetrySustainable initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel
Sustainable initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel:
- Recycling bins available to guests and waste is recycled
- Option to opt-out of daily room cleaning
- Option to reuse towels
- Most lighting throughout property uses energy-efficient LED bulbs
- All windows are double-glazed
- Invests a percentage of revenue back into community projects or sustainability projects
- Tours and activities organised by local guides and businesses offered
- Local artists are offered a platform to display their talents
- Bicycle rental
- Bicycle parking
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children aged 5 years and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
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Cot upon request
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Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.
The maximum number of cots allowed depends on the room you choose. Please check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Generator Dublin accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
- Your booking will be considered a group booking if includes 10 or more people.
- The hostel will contact guests after booking.
Kindly note food purchased outside the hostel cannot be brought in or consumed in Generator Hostel Dublin.
Valid photo ID is required for check in - passport or drivers license only.
Guests who are under 18 and travelling without an adult must bring a completed Parental Consent Form and a copy of the signing parent’s ID in order to stay in a private room. Additionally, guests under 18 can only stay in dorms if they are part of a group that has booked out the entire dorm room and each member has the required documentation outlined above.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Please inform Generator Dublin in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about Generator Dublin
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Check-in at Generator Dublin is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Generator Dublin offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Billiards
- Games room
- Canoeing
- Karaoke
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Evening entertainment
- Pub crawls
- Nightclub/DJ
- Tour or class about local culture
- Temporary art galleries
- Walking tours
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Movie nights
- Live music/performance
- Bike tours
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Generator Dublin is 0.7 miles from the centre of Dublin.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Generator Dublin by:
- Taxi 25min
- Bus 30min
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The prices at Generator Dublin may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Generator Dublin (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Private parking
- Street parking
- Parking garage
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Generator Dublin has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant