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Avalon HousevsGenerator Dublin
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Generator Hostel Dublin ranks marginally higher than Avalon House. Generator Hostel Dublin ranks #21 in Dublin with recommendations from 5 publications including Lonely Planet, Oyster and Let's Go.
Avalon House
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Oyster
EuroCheapo
Lonely Planet
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
OysterBudget
"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
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
