Name: Generator Hostel Dublin
Address: Smithfield Square, Smithfield, D7 Dublin, Ireland, Smithfield Square, Smithfield, Dublin County, D7, Ireland
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £19 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.2

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Generator Hostel Dublin

Smithfield Square, Smithfield, D7 Dublin, Ireland –

*8.1* Smithfield: only 1 minute away! (50 yards on foot)

*8.5* St. Michan's Church: only 3 minutes away! (250 yards on foot)

*8.3* Jameson Distillery: only 2 minutes away! (100 yards on foot)

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The generator hostel was amazing, Very clean, but to noisy especially from the bar music that I coud her all the music from the room. But apart from that was perfect. The food is delicious.

Luis, Ireland

Hugely expensive for sparse facilities. Travelled and shared room with my daughter (30) ; a city break.Nearly £200 a night for a bed, a stool, a desk and a hanging space. No bedside lamps . Had to ask for a second pillow to get some comfort.Activities not as advertised. Popular venue and well located but would not return unless the price changed dramatically, shocking price for what was provided.

Jennifer, United Kingdom

Don't hesitate, book there! Great hostel, great people, great burgers, great common room making it easy to talk to new people.

Lapierre4, Canada

The facilities are the nicest I've seen in Dublin - new and clean at all times. The bed is comfy, plus you have your own power outlet and USB plug. Good-sized lockers. The bar area is nice for relaxing. Personally, I preferred this location as you're not in the middle of the hustle and bustle.

Anna, Russia

The good vibe always and the offer it has, the bar and events that happen there. Very comfortable!

Ivana, United Kingdom

The lay out of the bar and sit downbeat area easily one of the best hostels I've been too n easy too get too city centre and staff were excellent

Liam, Iceland

Had a nice vibe/ambience and staff were really accomodating. Good chips

Olivia, Canada

Super location, very close to city centre. Nice lounge area to chill in. Lockers avaliable.

Peter, United Kingdom

Location was great. Room was good with basic amenities. Place felt very alive

Amir, Malaysia

Twin bedroom single female guest. Bed was very comfy. I had a roomy private room. To be honest there were a few short dark curly hairs in the bathroom sink that were a bit off putting but overall staff brilliant and facilities wonderful.

Kirk2512, Australia

Stay in the heart of Dublin – Great location - show map

The award-winning, brand-new Generator Hostel is located next door to the Jameson Distillery and Smithfield LUAS tram station. It offers budget en suite accommodation and a late night bar. A tutored tasting experience hosted by the Jameson Irish Whiskey Ambassadors is available until the end of February 2017.

Dublin Castle and the Guinness Storehouse are just a 10-minute walk away. Famous and lively Temple Bar is just 2 tram stops away.

Each morning traditional breakfasts are available at the Generator Hostel Dublin. Light snacks are available from the bar and there are regular entertainment evenings, including movie nights and quizzes.

Guests can relax in the 24-hour lounge and free Wi-Fi is available in all public areas of the hostel. There are also internet terminals available for a small charge.

Free walking tours are provided, and the hostel has a 24-hour reception and provides laundry and ironing facilities for guests. There is an on-site travel shop where guests can book sightseeing tickets and make travel arrangements.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Dublin! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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	Double Room with Extra Bed and private bathroom 1 single bed and 1 double bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 205 ft² Room facilities: Shower, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Linen Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 205 ft² Private Twin Room with a private bathroom, a hanging unit or locker, bed linen, and towels. Please note room may have 2 single beds or a set of bunk beds. Room facilities: Shower, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Linen Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 205 ft² This room has 2 sets of bunk beds and an en-suite bathroom with shower. Room facilities: Shower, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Linen Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
× 6	6-Bed Dormitory Room 3 bunk beds	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 172 ft² Dormitory Room for 6 with bunk beds and en suite bathroom. Includes bed linen and individual lockers. Room facilities: Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Linen Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 172 ft² Bed in a Dormitory Room with en suite bathroom and bunk beds. Includes bed linen and individual lockers. Room facilities: Shower, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Linen Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 205 ft² Bed in a Dormitory Room with en suite bathroom and bunk beds. Includes bed linen and individual lockers. Room facilities: Shower, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Linen Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Room size: 161 ft² Bed in a Dormitory Room with shared external bathroom and toilet. Includes bed linen and individual lockers. Room facilities: Shared Bathroom, Heating, Shared Toilet, Linen Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Room size: 205 ft² Bed in a Dormitory Room with shared external bathroom and toilet. Includes bed linen and individual lockers. Room facilities: Shared Bathroom, Heating, Shared Toilet, Linen Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children

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Come to stay with us this Winter! We are delighted to present to you a fantastic tutored tasting experience, hosted by Jameson Irish Whiskey Ambassadors - our friends next door - available until the end of February 2017. Come stay with Generator and shake of the cold - join this tasting! Just a short stroll from Temple Bar, Generator Dublin sits beside the Jameson distillery right on Smithfield Square, home to the Smithfield market and food market. With exposed stonework, reclaimed timber and tailor made Jameson bottle chandelier, the open spaces of the Generator bar serves as a magnet to locals as well as the wander-lusting traveller.

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Closest landmarks

Smithfield 0 miles
Chimney Viewing Tower 0 miles
Jameson Distillery 0.1 miles
St. Michan's Church 0.1 miles
James Joyce House of the Dead 0.3 miles
National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History 0.3 miles
St. Audoen's Park 0.3 miles
National College of Art and Design 0.3 miles
St. Mary's Abbey 0.3 miles
St. Audoen's Church 0.3 miles

Restaurants and markets

Fresh Supermarket Supermarket 0.1 miles
Cobblestones Cafe/bar 0.1 miles

Natural beauty

Liffey River 0.1 miles
Irish Sea Sea/ocean 2 miles
Dublin Mountain 8 miles

Closest airports

Dublin Airport 5.6 miles

What travellers love about this location

“Don't hesitate, book there! Great hostel, great people, great burgers, great common room making it easy to talk to new people.”

Lapierre4

Canada

“Location was great. Room was good with basic amenities. Place felt very alive”

Amir Farhan

Malaysia

“Twin bedroom single female guest. Bed was very comfy. I had a roomy private room. To be honest there were a few short dark curly hairs in the bathroom sink that were a bit off putting but overall staff brilliant and facilities wonderful.”

kirk2512

Australia

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Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

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Pets are not allowed.

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Group Bookings:

- Your booking will be considered a group booking if includes 10 or more people.
- The hostel will contact guests after booking.
- You will also need to pay the entire cost of the reservation at least 1 month before arrival.
- Late payment will result in the rooms being re-sold.

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.

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21 August 2017

Luis
Ireland
7.9

“Amazing”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Music, bar poor cervice,
눇The generator hostel was amazing, Very clean, but to noisy especially from the bar music that I coud her all the music from the room. But apart from that was perfect. The food is delicious.
21 August 2017

Stephen
United Kingdom
8.8

Fabulous
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉I bought a padlock from the hostel that didn't fit the locker. I was too tired to address this problem.
눇I liked the room layout,
18 August 2017

Ch
USA
6.3

“I probably will not stay here again.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉There are no kitchens to prepare food, and no refrigerator to store food. It acts more like a hotel than a hostel. The room I stayed in was close to the front door of the hotel, where people were very loud at night, drinking and smoking. Cigarette smoke entered the room, and in the morning, all my belongings smelled of smoke.
눇The staff were very helpful and friendly.
17 August 2017

Karen
Australia
Age group: 25 – 34

1 helpful vote
7.1

“Fun vibes!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉The room was so hot and uncomfortable and the hostel is a long walk/taxi to the main strip.
눇It was a fun hostel with a great vibe!
14 August 2017

Jennifer
United Kingdom
5.8

“Fleeced without the warmth ; not referring to temperature.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉See above
눇Hugely expensive for sparse facilities. Travelled and shared room with my daughter (30) ; a city break.Nearly £200 a night for a bed, a stool, a desk and a hanging space. No bedside lamps . Had to ask for a second pillow to get some comfort.Activities not as advertised. Popular venue and well located but would not return unless the price changed dramatically, shocking price for what was provided.
13 August 2017

David
USA
7.1

“Good price, but you get what you pay for. If traveling with many friends, I would highly recommend”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉If you are looking for privacy, a hostel is not for you. This would only be a last ditch effort to find a cheap place to stay. One of our roommates never left the room, only to eat. Another roommate took our clearly marked bed and moved our stuff. Mostly young people, and loud. Zero privacy.
눇For the price, you can't beat it.
13 August 2017

Lapierre4
Canada
10

“One of the best hostel I've been to”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉There was no boy's bathrooms on my floor so I had to go up one floor to take a shower. That's about as negative as it gets in the hostel. Great place!
눇Don't hesitate, book there! Great hostel, great people, great burgers, great common room making it easy to talk to new people.
12 August 2017

Anna
Russia

1 helpful vote
7.9

“A hostel with a hotel vibe”
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 4 nights
눉I was here when it was very warm by Dublin standards, and the room had almost no ventilation (or so it felt). The people who slept next to the door had to keep it open throughout the night to get at least a bit of fresh air. The hostel is located a bit of a stroll away from the very heart of the city centre (e.g, Trinity College, the Spire, etc) so if you are not into walking you might not like it. The overall vibe is not very hostel-like despite different events every other night. If anything, it really looks like a hotel where the staff just do their job - not exactly a bad thing, it's just not particularly friendly. The lack of kitchen is a HUGE minus. The weekend rates are unreasonable (although that applies to all hostels in Dublin).
눇The facilities are the nicest I've seen in Dublin - new and clean at all times. The bed is comfy, plus you have your own power outlet and USB plug. Good-sized lockers. The bar area is nice for relaxing. Personally, I preferred this location as you're not in the middle of the hustle and bustle.
10 August 2017

Ivana
United Kingdom
9.6

“very good!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
눇The good vibe always and the offer it has, the bar and events that happen there. Very comfortable!
10 August 2017

Liam
Iceland
7.9

“Best hostel I've been too highly recommend”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉The rooms were too hot though n bit of a walk too the showers
눇The lay out of the bar and sit downbeat area easily one of the best hostels I've been too n easy too get too city centre and staff were excellent
10 August 2017

Anonymous
Malaysia

1 helpful vote
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉We reached hostel around 12noon,but need to wait till 3pm only can check in.we plan to go out for a walk first,but the luggage need to pay for luggage storage.
9 August 2017

Linda
USA
10

“Dublin hostel”
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눇Efficient
8 August 2017

Therese
Norway
Age group: 25 – 34

1 helpful vote
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Not showers in every floor. Not a biggie though.
8 August 2017

Olivia
Canada
7.1

“Short but sweet”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Room was really hot - boys in my room kept leaving door open to circulate air, so worried about belongings a little bit
눇Had a nice vibe/ambience and staff were really accomodating. Good chips
7 August 2017

Ryan
United Kingdom
8.3

Very good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눇The bar area and food were excellent.

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