Avalon HousevsEliza Lodge
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Avalon House ranks slightly higher than Eliza Lodge. Avalon House is ranked #27 in Dublin with praise from 6 sources including Frommer's, Lonely Planet and EuroCheapo.
Avalon House
55 Aungier St, Dublin 2
From $13/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Breakfast included
Frommer's
"This warm and friendly hostel in a beautiful old redbrick building is a not-so-well-kept secret among those who travel to Dublin on a budget." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"One of the longest established hostels in the city, the centrally located Avalon House provides cheap and cheerful accommodations in a restored redbrick Victorian building."
Time Out
"A firm favourite among Dublin's budget travellers, this pleasantly warm and cheery guesthouse occupies a lovely old red-brick building." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"The 72-room Avalon House, one of the oldest hostels in Dublin, is a lively budget property that's within walking distance of many tourist attractions." Full review
EuroCheapo
"Far enough from the Dublin pub action to be a decent choice for the quieter hostel lover." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"One of the city's most popular hostels... a good spot of meet-the-backpacker lounging." Full review
Eliza Lodge
23/24 Wellington Quay, Dublin 2
From $70/night
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
- Dry Cleaning
- Sauna
- Bicycle rental
Michelin Guide
"Friendly, family-owned hotel ideally situated for lively Temple Bar area."
Time Out
"While the rooms won't feature on any television interior design programme, they're big and bright, and the price is very good for what you get." Full review
Lonely Planet
"It's priced like a hotel, looks like a hotel, but it's still a guesthouse." Full review
EuroCheapo
"Essentially, guests pay for the truly central locale and the splendid views of the Liffey, which can be seen from all but the single rooms." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Eliza Lodge is a small, mid-range property that appeals to partygoers looking to be in the center of Temple Bar's lively (and oftentimes noisy) nightlife scene." Full review
Frommer's
"This hotel overlooking the Liffey embodies all the exuberance and zest of Temple Bar." Full review