Name: Generator Dublin
Address: Smithfield Square, Smithfield, D7 Dublin, Ireland, Smithfield Square, Smithfield, Dublin County, D7, Ireland
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $15 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.1

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Hostel Generator Dublin

Smithfield Square, Smithfield, D7 Dublin, Ireland –

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*8.3* Smithfield: only 1 minute away! (150 feet by foot)

*8.7* St. Michan's Church: only 3 minutes away! (700 feet by foot)

*8.5* Jameson Distillery: only 1 minute away! (30 feet by foot)

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Super friendly and helpful staff. My room was big. Close to the bus going to the airport and to tramway. Light inside my bed corner.

Emma

United States of America

The location was good, walkable to the heart of Dublin. Very youth oriented, so loud pumping music all the time in the lobby if you like that sort of thing. We were the oldest ones there (my husband, our 30+ year old daughter and me). It was very clean. They obviously made design choices to make it trendy and inviting. They accommodated our family and put us in a 4 person room without adding in a 4th person.

Janis

United States of America

The staff was very friendly, superb location, nice rooms and comfortable beds. It was a good experience to stay there.

Tamás

Hungary

The space was great. Great location, friendly staff, and clean.

Bertie

Poland

Comfy beds and I liked the outlets and lights by the beds. The lockers and bar were perfect! Our shower was clogged, so we couldn’t keep the water running or it would overflow. Also might want to give out earplugs since the street below is noisy in the night and early morning

Elizabeth

United States of America

Each bed has its own locker and charging ports. Very clean! Good value for money when it comes to its facilities.

Dorkybunny

Ireland

Location it was really good, near to the bus stop and also luas. Inside looks a bit like a hotel, bathroom was always clean. Young environment.

Gabriela

Brazil

Second stay at Dublin generator, this time was just as good as the first. No issues with a really late check in, all the emergency items I needed (for a charge of course) and as usual one of the cheaper options, and definitely better value for your money. Always ended up in a mixed dorm, but never had an issue.

Bekah

United States of America

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in! I loved everything about it, the location, the staff, the facility, and the bar and food! My friends and I truly enjoyed our stay!

Angie

United States of America

clean private very friendly staff easily the best hostel in dublin

Tahoma1

Ireland

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What guests loved the most:
“Super friendly and helpful staff. My room was big. Close to the bus going to the airport and to tramway. Light inside my bed corner.”

Emma United States of America
“The location was good, walkable to the heart of Dublin. Very youth oriented, so loud pumping music all the time in the lobby if you like that sort of thing.”

Janis United States of America
“The staff was very friendly, superb location, nice rooms and comfortable beds. It was a good experience to stay there.”

Tamás Hungary
“The space was great. Great location, friendly staff, and clean.”

Bertie Poland
“Comfy beds and I liked the outlets and lights by the beds. The lockers and bar were perfect! Our shower was clogged, so we couldn’t keep the water running or it would overflow.”

Elizabeth United States of America
“Each bed has its own locker and charging ports. Very clean! Good value for money when it comes to its facilities.”

Dorkybunny Ireland
“Location it was really good, near to the bus stop and also luas. Inside looks a bit like a hotel, bathroom was always clean. Young environment.”

Gabriela Brazil
“Second stay at Dublin generator, this time was just as good as the first.”

Bekah United States of America
“Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in! I loved everything about it, the location, the staff, the facility, and the bar and food! My friends and I truly enjoyed our stay!”

Angie United States of America
“clean private very friendly staff easily the best hostel in dublin”

Tahoma1 Ireland

Stay in the Heart of Dublin –

The award-winning, Generator Dublin is located next door to the Jameson Distillery and Smithfield LUAS tram station. It offers budget en suite accommodations and a late night bar.

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 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.

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 in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

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Area Info

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Closest Landmarks *

Jameson Distillery
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Smithfield
0 miles
Chimney Viewing Tower
0 miles
St. Michan's Church
0.1 miles
James Joyce House of the Dead
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
National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History
0.4 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Fresh Supermarket Supermarket
0.1 miles
Cobblestones Cafe/Bar
0.1 miles

Natural Beauty *

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

Closest Airports *

Dublin Airport
5.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The facility itself is amazing. Its kinda like a 5star Hostel (not hotel). Wonderful bar and restaurant. Amazing location. Brilliant staff. Wonderful atmosphere...”

Syed

Pakistan

8.7

“Location is great, bathrooms are very clean and the bunkbed rooms are great! Love the plugpoints at the bed.”

Anneria

South Africa

“I like that its location is very convenient”

Joyce

Ireland

7.5

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Food: International

Menu: Buffet

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From 2:00 PM

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Until 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children not allowed.

This property doesn't offer cribs.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Generator Dublin accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Group Bookings:

- 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.

“The location was good, walkable to the heart of Dublin. Very youth oriented, so loud pumping music all the time in the lobby if you like that sort of thing. We were the oldest ones there (my husband, our 30+ year old daughter and me). It was very clean. They obviously made design choices to make it trendy and inviting. They accommodated our family and put us in a 4 person room without adding in a 4th person.”

“Comfy beds and I liked the outlets and lights by the beds. The lockers and bar were perfect! Our shower was clogged, so we couldn’t keep the water running or it would overflow. Also might want to give out earplugs since the street below is noisy in the night and early morning”

“Second stay at Dublin generator, this time was just as good as the first. No issues with a really late check in, all the emergency items I needed (for a charge of course) and as usual one of the cheaper options, and definitely better value for your money. Always ended up in a mixed dorm, but never had an issue.”

“Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in! I loved everything about it, the location, the staff, the facility, and the bar and food! My friends and I truly enjoyed our stay! ”

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Reviewed: October 16, 2019

Patrick
Germany
10

“Premium Hostel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It's a huge place with a public bar/club on ground floor. So you don't really get that intimate feeling of a backpacker's hostel. But if you're in Dublin to party AND get some decent rest, this is your place.
All facilities are high quality and super clean.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 15, 2019

Sammy81
Romania
10

“Comfort place with a great spot in the city”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The live music we had in the first night,the cosy beds and the stuff who were willing to help if you had any questions.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Rosemary
United Kingdom
9.6

“Surprisingly good nights sleep in quality bed in good location Than you.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The loudness of the music in the bar area was not to my taste. I am an old bird after all! The dorm was lovely and quiet. I got the top bunk and I fell (quite a way) going to toilet. No lasting damage except to my pride. Next time I would book the bottom bunk, if that’s possible.
Relaxed atmosphere. Great style and ambience. Although I am far older than the target demographic I felt very comfortable. The price, location and breakfast were good.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Ken
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
6.7

“Left poorer, and that includes sleep! agreed that was objectionable, inconsiderate other ocupants.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
In my view, based on my stay. quite simply overpriced and vastly overrated, that includes the "Breakfast"
It's position

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 12, 2019

Gareth
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Was exactly what we needed
Friendly atmosphere, very laid back and great location.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 11, 2019

Nikita
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Rooms did not include guest towels
The atmosphere around the hostel was perfect, brilliant location and very friendly staff.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 11, 2019

Selina
Ireland

2 helpful votes
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The toilets were a bit out of the way had to walk a good distance from room and to a different floor. It is a little bit on the expensive side too
Great location and staff all facilities very clean

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Rachel
Ireland
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I thought it was a bit expensive for a hostel at 105e for two nights but was very well run in a good location

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 9, 2019

Patricia
United States of America
10

“Well worth the cost”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Comfortable atmosphere

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 9, 2019

Caroline
Ireland
8.0

Very Good
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There is nothing to say. For a hostel it's great.
In the city, nice staff, quick check in and out, bed is comfortable, room is OK, just what u née. There is a bar downstairs. Food and drinks are available. Normal breakfast for good price. Also there are games available to have some fun. Lots of Jung people.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 9, 2019

Katie
Ireland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lockers are provided but you must bring your own lock
In a 6 bed female dorm the bed was really comfy and clean. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The check in and check out process was quick and simple

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 8, 2019

Toustten
Chile
7.9

“Great Facilities”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Well I can't expect too much about hostel, it's lot of person comes in and out, I just didn't like the strongest smell at the corridor and the fact that I couldn't change the bedroom, I was living with 3 guys that snoring and fart louder a lot, all night.
Facilities, great breakfast, all staff able to help, they got me all attention that I need, well located, the price it's fair, washroom it's clean, and all information it's clear and we'll posted.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 8, 2019

Jakub
Ireland
6.0

“Cool”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Too much people, noise place
Staff

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 8, 2019

Emma
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Closing and opening the locker under the bed was not easy. The little light in bed was not enough to get ready early morning.
Super friendly and helpful staff. My room was big. Close to the bus going to the airport and to tramway. Light inside my bed corner.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 7, 2019

Mathieu
France
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
Noisy: it's a hostel coupled with a bar so lot of loud/drunk youngsters. Shower drain was block. bathroom sink too low. Most annoying thing was the TV that automatically switched to the hotel's commercial every 5mn... No refrigerator or coffee/tea machine in the room.
Good location, close to airport bus line, 10 mn walk from city center. Clean room. Hotel OK for just a couple of night if don't plan to spend a lot of time in the room. I wouldn't recommend for older people or couples.

Stayed in October 2019

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