Name: The Dawson Hostel - DUBLIN
Rating: 7.1

About

Comfortable Accommodations The Dawson Hostel in Dublin offers a 4-star hostel experience with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and carpeted floors. Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower, ensuring a pleasant stay. Convenient Facilities Guests benefit from a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, express check-in and check-out, a tour desk, and luggage storage. The property staff speak English, Spanish, and Portuguese, providing excellent service support. Prime Location Located in the city center, the hostel is a short walk from St Patrick's Cathedral (13 minutes), Dublin Castle (0.6 mi), Trinity College (6 minutes), and Leinster House (1969 feet). Dublin Airport is 6.2 mi away. Guests appreciate the bathroom cleanliness, convenient location, and attentive staff.

1,112 Reviews

7.1Good

Cleanliness: 7.6
Staff: 8.5
Location: 9.0

What Guests Say

“The staff was extremely helpful and considerate, the location was very close to Trinity College and St. Stephen's Green, and we had a…”
“Staff was extremely helpful and nice. I think the concept was great but needs to uphold that idea. If this was soundproofed and updated…”

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Top Amenities

Free Internet Access
Non-Smoking Rooms

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Room Options

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8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

259 sqft • 8 Bunk

Air conditioning
Bath or Shower
Carpeting
Clothes rack

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Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room

259 sqft • 1 Bunk

Air conditioning
Bath or Shower
Carpeting
Clothes rack

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10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

323 sqft • 10 Bunk

Air conditioning
Bath or Shower
Carpeting
Clothes rack

1/4

Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dorm

388 sqft • 1 Bunk

Air conditioning
Bath or Shower
Carpeting
Clothes rack

1/4

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

194 sqft • 1 Single

Bath or Shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Toilet paper

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

259 sqft • 1 Bunk

Air conditioning
Bath or Shower
Carpeting
Clothes rack

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What Guests Loved

7.1

Good

Based on 1,112 reviews

Location

9

Cleanliness

7.6

Staff

8.5

Overall Quality

7.1

Pros +

The staff was extremely helpful and considerate, the location was very close to Trinity College and St. Stephen's Green, and we had a wide choice of restaurants within walking distance including Temple Bar.
Location
Location.

Cons -

The shower took a little getting used to but by the end of the week I didn't notice it at all. I would absolutely stay here again.
There is no parking. You have to park in a parking deck about 5 blocks from hotel and it costs 36e for us to park less than one day on top of room costs. Also breakfast is just cold cereal and stale scones. We did not have a good experience.
The club beneath blasted house / techno music at levels which shook the room and kept me up until the club closed at 3:30. The whole reason I splurged on a "luxury" hotel was that I desperately needed some good sleep. Fitness center was 2 blocks away.

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10JohnPosted on: 2-27-2019

The staff was extremely helpful and considerate, the location was very close to Trinity College and St. Stephen's Green, and we had a wide choice of restaurants within walking distance including Temple Bar.

The shower took a little getting used to but by the end of the week I didn't notice it at all. I would absolutely stay here again.

5Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 2-13-2019

Location

There is no parking. You have to park in a parking deck about 5 blocks from hotel and it costs 36e for us to park less than one day on top of room costs. Also breakfast is just cold cereal and stale scones. We did not have a good experience.

1DawnPosted on: 5-24-2018

Location.

The club beneath blasted house / techno music at levels which shook the room and kept me up until the club closed at 3:30. The whole reason I splurged on a "luxury" hotel was that I desperately needed some good sleep. Fitness center was 2 blocks away.

4Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 6-22-2015

Staff was extremely helpful and nice. I think the concept was great but needs to uphold that idea. If this was soundproofed and updated with same concept and staff needs to stay this would be an amazing hotel.

location was great but at night it's for a younger crowd bc it gets loud and you can hear thru the walls. I reserved a junior suite and given standard room for same price The rooms need to keep their style but with some major updates. The bed was worn.

9Verified guestPosted on: 10-5-2025

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Amenities & Policies

Amenities

Media & Technology

Free Internet Access

Health & Safety

Health Services
Daily disinfection

General

No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

Guest policies

Check-in	After 3:00 PM
Check-out	Before 10:00 AM
Internet	Free Wi-Fi is available.
Children & Extra Beds	Children are not allowed.
Pets	Pets are not allowed.
Room Rates	All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

Important info

A valid physical photo ID (passport, driver’s license, or National ID Card only) is required at check-in. Please note we do not take PPS cards, Student ID, Age Cards, or Blue cards. Payment must be made via a credit card corresponding to the name on the booking. Cancelation policy: Free cancelation up to 3 days before arrival. Cancelations within 3 days of arrival will be charged the full reservation amount. No-shows are charged the same as late cancelations (full price of stay). Groups (8+ people): Different booking policies and terms apply. Outstanding balance is payable 4 weeks before arrival. All payments are nonrefundable. Groups (4+ people): A refundable security deposit may be required. Payable on arrival via credit card pre-authorization. Fully refundable on departure, subject to adherence to house rules. Charges & payments: All reservations are charged 3 days before arrival (per cancelation policy). No cash payments accepted. Age restrictions: Guests under 18 are not allowed in shared dormitories. They must book a private room with an accompanying adult. Booking a shared dorm as a minor will result in a cancelation fee. Fines & penalties: Any damages to the property will result in a fine of up to €200.00. Tampering with fire equipment will result in immediate expulsion and repair fees. Smoking on site will incur an additional €150 charge. Other details: Towels are not included in the rate; available to rent for €3 each. Alcohol consumption is not permitted anywhere on the property. Reception is open 24 hours. Management reserves the right to refuse entry. 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. This property is located in a busy area so guests might experience some noise. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A damage deposit of € 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.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. This property is located in a busy area so guests might experience some noise. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A damage deposit of EUR 200.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of checkout via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.