Hostel Generator Dublin
Smithfield Square, Smithfield, D7 Dublin, Ireland – Great location - show map
Like the room interior. It is modern and clean. Perfect place to stay in dublin.
Irelandposh nice big showers boxes under beds lots space elevator
United KingdomGenerator Dublin was absolutely fantastic for myself and 3 friends traveling to Dublin from our respective study abroad sites. The family style room gave us all our own space without feeling totally crunched at a super reasonable price (compared to getting a bed in an 8 bed room in a more traditional hostel). The restaurant and bar in Generator itself had a fun vibe and and great drinks. I will absolutely stay in another generator hotel if I visit another city that has one.
FranceThe staff is cheerful, helpful and quite a sweet talker. Location is great. Near to the place we want to visit. But at night, it could be quite scary...
EgyptWashrooms in dorm were very clean. Bunk beds had 2 charging points and reading lights. Lockers available too. Very lively pub downstairs. Plays live music on few days of the week. Security wise very good as well.
IrelandEverything! It was perfect! And I couldn’t believe how affordable it was, especially for how great of a property it is! I stayed two nights, but the second night was a separate reservation, so I’ll just reiterate what I said in my first review. The staff is top notch, housekeepers (work their butt off), security at the door, the bartenders and servers in the cafe/bar, and especially the front desk - Danielle was particularly lovely. With all of this, it sure set a high bar for the rest of my journey around Ireland! 10/10 highly recommend!!!
United States of AmericaEverything. Very clean. Lots to do. Good facilities. Nice location. Quiet area, but close to much. Danielle at the front desk is such a lovely person! She was so helpful, kind & caring! Definitely an amazing first impression of Ireland.
United States of AmericaIt's good for solo travels. About 20 min walking to the city center.
IsraelStaff and bar was nice good location right next to the jamason distillery
GermanyExcellent place to stay! Value for money at its best.
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Olivia
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Egypt
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Saheer
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Lindsey
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Lindsey
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Basel
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Tom
Germany
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Ryan
United Kingdom
Stay in the heart of Dublin – Great location - show map
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 accommodations 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)
Private parking available
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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
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- Guests appreciated the convenient location
- Some guests said extra charges may apply
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- Guests enjoyed the food and drink options nearby
See what guests loved the most:
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Bilguun
Ireland“Like the room interior. It is modern and clean. Perfect place to stay in dublin. ”
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Tahoma1
United Kingdom“posh nice big showers boxes under beds lots space elevator”
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Olivia
France“Generator Dublin was absolutely fantastic for myself and 3 friends traveling to Dublin from our respective study abroad sites. The family style room gave us all our own space without feeling totally crunched at a super reasonable price (compared to getting a bed in an 8 bed room in a more traditional hostel). The restaurant and bar in Generator itself had a fun vibe and and great drinks. I will absolutely stay in another generator hotel if I visit another city that has one. ” Read more
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Itsnurizz
Egypt“The staff is cheerful, helpful and quite a sweet talker. Location is great. Near to the place we want to visit. But at night, it could be quite scary...”
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Saheer
Ireland
“Washrooms in dorm were very clean. Bunk beds had 2 charging points and reading lights. Lockers available too. Very lively pub downstairs. Plays live music on few days of the week. Security wise very good as well.”
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Lindsey
United States of America“Everything! It was perfect! And I couldn’t believe how affordable it was, especially for how great of a property it is! I stayed two nights, but the second night was a separate reservation, so I’ll just reiterate what I said in my first review. The staff is top notch, housekeepers (work their butt off), security at the door, the bartenders and servers in the cafe/bar, and especially the front desk - Danielle was particularly lovely. With all of this, it sure set a high bar for the rest of my journey around Ireland! 10/10 highly recommend!!!” Read more
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Lindsey
United States of America
“Everything. Very clean. Lots to do. Good facilities. Nice location. Quiet area, but close to much. Danielle at the front desk is such a lovely person! She was so helpful, kind & caring! Definitely an amazing first impression of Ireland. ”
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Basel
Israel“It's good for solo travels. About 20 min walking to the city center.”
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Tom
Germany“Staff and bar was nice good location right next to the jamason distillery ”
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Ryan
United Kingdom
“Excellent place to stay! Value for money at its best.”
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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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Ocean/Sea Irish Sea2 miles
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Mountain Dublin8 miles
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River Liffey0.1 miles
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Dublin Airport5.6 miles
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Amenities of Generator Dublin
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1
Most popular amenities
Services & Extras
- Tickets to shows/attractions Additional charge
Pets
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Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Live music/Performance
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Bar crawls Additional charge
- Temporary art galleries
- Evening entertainment
- Nightclub/DJ
- Canoeing Additional charge
- Karaoke
- Pool table Additional charge
- Game room
- Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
- On-site coffee shop
- Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
- Fruit Additional charge
- Bottle of water Additional charge
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Special diet meals (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.
Transportation
- Public transit tickets Additional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage Additional charge
- Ticket service
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & 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
- Safe Additional charge
General
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Gift shop
- Elevator
- 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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RetrySustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-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 organized by local guides and businesses
- Local artists are offered a platform to display their talents
- Bicycle rental
- Bicycle parking
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 5 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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Crib by request
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Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cribs 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 apply.
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 traveling 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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Please inform Generator Dublin of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID 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 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Generator Dublin has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Generator Dublin (subject to availability):
- Private Parking
- Parking
- Street parking
- Parking garage
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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, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Generator Dublin is 0.7 miles from the center of Dublin.
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Generator Dublin offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Pool table
- Game room
- Canoeing
- Karaoke
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Evening entertainment
- Live music/Performance
- Movie nights
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Temporary art galleries
- Nightclub/DJ
- Bike tours
- Bar crawls
- Walking tours
- Tour or class about local culture