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Reviews of Garden Lane Backpackers

Garden Lane, Christchurch, Dublin, Ireland

#96 of 156 hotels in Dublin

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 633 hostel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    8.3

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    8.0
    Atmospheric place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Bunk-Beds are extremely uncomfortable. There is no space to sit, you should become bent all the time. Another story about sockets. If you want to use them , you need to buy an adopter. There is no other way to charge your mobile. Looks like a way of earning money from tourists.

    The atmosphere is cool. It's pretty clean and warm inside. The location is great and comfortable. The kitchen is big and airy, you won't feel claustrophobic in your room as well.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Kitchen excellent, really comfy beds.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very clean and quiet. Good location. Friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    7.0
    Nice location, but cleaning of common areas should be more frequent
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dirty bathrooms and dirty kitchen: cleaning should be done more frequently but also not in peak hours. We slept in the 4-people dorm and they are too small to move around the drawers for personal belongings. Pillows and materasses are quite bad.

    Central location, well-equipped kitchen and clean beds.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    9.0
    Great value, clean and pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds in the 2 person room are bunk beds with a low overhang on the lower one

    This is a great value in a neighborhood that is near landmarks like Guiness and Teeling and is an easy walk. The beds were especially comfortable, the place was clean, and the staff were helpful. For 10 Euro you can reserve a spot in an underground parking garage. The common area is comfortable and has a range of DVD's and a nice kitchen plus washers and dryers. Linens and towels provided.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Na

    Na

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really clean

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 14, 2024

    8.0
    Was an amazing time!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn’t feel very safe around the hostel at night. Specially when I arrived (my flight was delayed and I got there very late) The sinalization to where the hostel was, was very bad and the end of the street didn’t feel safe!

    The property was really great! The staff was super helpful and felt like home as soon as I found out some of them were Brazilians like me!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cleaners hoovering and banging around from 8am so I didn’t get to sleep after that and was there to try and get a good nights sleep.

    Cheap, had my own room. Nice location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 9, 2024

    7.0
    Handy and central
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was very very warm at night

    It was cheap and basic

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 7, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location not well lit. Difficult to find. Horrible sewage type smell throughout.

    Very comfortable and warm. Very clean

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2024

    7.0
    Good place to sleep but not great value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Like all hostels in Dublin, it was expensive and not great value for money. It seems like a lot of people live in this hostel, so not great for young backpackers looking to make friends.

    Comfy bed with privacy curtains and good locker space. Felt very safe here as there are multiple keys to get in. Within walking distance to Temple Bar area.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: January 1, 2024

    9.0
    Well located and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights

    One of the bathrooms always had the window open and a little broken, it couldn't be closed. I was too cold to shower. The other bathroom was always occupied.

    The hostel staff was very friendly. Whenever I had doubts, they solved them very well. The room I was in was very good too. We were 6 and we have our own private area. There was a lot of respect.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 30, 2023

    7.0
    Overall excellent - a tip for others, if you're on the older side, ask for a lower bunk :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Friendly staff, easy to find. Parking can be tight with a larger vehicle. Ask for a lower bunk if you're not a spring chicken anymore :)

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 12, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Locatoon, keep getting lost but I put that blame on my lack of direction

    Extremely friendly. Staff had the best sleep yet on a hostel in Dublin. Love the upstairs outdoor smoking area too. Will definitely be back.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 4, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Location convenient, Parking for car was secure and assigned underground.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 30, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Reception Staff exceptional - very understanding and accomadating as much as possible, Thank you!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 17, 2023

    8.0
    Good value for the price! And nice Dublin views
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I found the location somewhat rough, especially because I was travelling solo and sometimes had to return to the hostel late. But if you like Dublin's gritty charm, or really want to keep it central and low-priced, it could be something for you.

    A very good experience overall. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, they took good care of my luggage (I arrived early). The facilities were basic but always clean, and I appreciated the free coffee-and-tea station in the kitchen. My bed was very comfortable. A bonus point is the brilliant view over Dublin's rooftops that you get from the kitchen/terrace space--you can have your coffee while watching the sunrise and listening to the seagulls!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 12, 2023

    8.0
    Clean, quiet hostel with a chill vibe
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The bag cages are under the beds. It was difficult for me to fully roll mine out, as the area between the beds is quite narrow. If more than one person is present in the room, it can get tricky to manage. I was assigned the upper bunk. Unfortunately, there isn't a small shelf installed on the wall next to your bed, like I've seen in other hostels), where you can arrange small items like your phone, glasses, charger, or a book for easy access. You will have to scatter these things on the bed (and hope they don't slip through the gaps around the frame by accident). The bathroom/toilet tends to be damp all the time since the door cannot be kept open. The ventilation could use some improvement. The neighbourhood around the hostel is by no means dangerous - at least, I didn't experience anything that made me feel unsafe. But I did see a notice on a building near the hostel stating that the area was under constant surveillance for anti-social behaviour. It can feel a little dodgy if you return late at night.

    The staff were very friendly and helpful. Loved the kitchen area and common room, it felt very cosy. Wifi worked well. I stayed in the 4-bed female-only dorm. Room and bed was as described. Hot water dispenser in the kitchen is a plus. Having your own night light and privacy curtain is a sure-win. Nice walkable distance to the city centre (about 10 to 15 minutes). There are also several options for takeout and groceries, if you want to cook your own meals. The Korean restaurant Space Jaru serves excellent food and it's just around the corner from the hostel! Guests should remember to bring their own padlock for their locker, if they want added security for their valuables. The hostel also sells padlocks if you forgot to bring your own.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Reception staff not very friendly

    Location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 4, 2023

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

    Friendly staff and value for money.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 3, 2023

    9.0
    Great place to sleep for a night or two.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There’s only one washroom per floor. Although, the wait time is not that long in our experience. The thickness of the bed conflicts if you want to sit on it. Theres only one chair to share between 4 people which can be a problem. It is a very tight space to share between four people.

    The beds were very soft and comfy although it’s very thick you can’t really fit when you want to sit on the bed. We had a peak on their shared living room/kitchen space and it looked really nice and cozy. We only stayed there for a night so we didn’t really able to use the space.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 2, 2023

    8.0
    Met my expectations, good value.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I had requested all female room but none were available which i very much understand, but I wasn’t comfortable sharing a room with 3 strange men.

    The hot water dispenser in the kitchen was very handy. Bathrooms were always clean.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2023

    9.0
    Practical, comfortable and cheap.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    I had no unfulfilled needs.

    I stayed in a shared in this backpacker hostel. It was all good. I was only there to sleep.

    Stayed in October 2023

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