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Ashling Hotel DublinvsGenerator Dublin
Both properties are endorsed by expert reviewers. Overall, Generator Hostel Dublin scores marginally better than Ashling Hotel. Generator Hostel Dublin is ranked #21 in Dublin with positive reviews from 5 publications like Lonely Planet, Oyster and The Telegraph.
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Michelin Guide
Star Service
Oyster
Frommer's
Parkgate Street, Dublin 8
From $108/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide "Smartly refurbished hotel with sleek, modern frontage and cheery team; set close to the tram and rail links."
Star Service "Near Heuston Station, this is a great midrange option for those who want to explore the region by train." Full review
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Iveagh Bar avoids the standard pub look for a more cosmopolitan hotel lounge environment in dim lights and clever lighting.
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 225-room Ashling Hotel has plenty going for it -- from its fabulously plush lobby to an award-winning restaurant serving excellent breakfasts." Full review
Frommer's "Close to Heuston Station and Phoenix Park on the western end of the city center, the Ashling is a modern six-story hotel" Full review
Generator Dublin Oyster
Let's Go
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
Time Out
Lonely Planet
28 Smithfield Street, Dublin 7
From $24/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
OysterBudget
"Converted from a hotel, the six-story Generator Hostel Dublin can accommodate up to 540 guests." Full review
Let's Go "Located in one of Dublin’s newer neighborhoods, Generator’s wine-bottle lights and book-supported tables give this hostel a high-tech-meets-hipster-meets-creative juices vibe." Full review
Jetsetter "Hip, award-winning hostel in Dublin’s Smithfield Square area, with shared and private rooms and a buzzing bar." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Dublin branch of the Generator family of hostels is an impressive place: funky, centrally located, well resourced and with all-day food and drink on offer, it’s a sociable base for an economical city holiday." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Young and fun with a party-like atmosphere, this hostel offers remarkable quality and stylishness for the price." Full review
Time Out "The Dublin outpost of this trendy chain of boutique-style hostels is the perfect base for a social, affordable getaway" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This European chain brings its own brand of funky, fun design to Dublin's hostel scene, with bright colours, comfortable dorms (including women-only) and a lively social scene." Full review
