Avalon HousevsHarding Hotel
Both Harding Hotel and Avalon House are recommended by writers. On balance, Avalon House ranks slightly higher than Harding Hotel. Avalon House has a TripExpert Score of 79 with endorsements from 6 sources like Frommer's, EuroCheapo and Oyster.
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
Harding Hotel
Copper Alley Fishamble Street, Christchurch, Dublin 2
From $74/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
- Accessible
Star Service
"This remains one of the better budget hotels in Dublin, a rough-around-the-edges operation that continues to fill its rooms based more on low rates than style, service or standards. " Full review
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Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Harding Hotel is a family-run three-pearl hotel, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"The Harding Hotel is located a five-minute walk from Temple Bar—close enough for easy access but far enough away to allow guests to feel just slightly more grown up than the Temple Bar hostel kids." Full review
Frommer's
"The polished wood and bright, floor-to-ceiling windows of the cheerful lobby give off a pleasantly old-fashioned vibe. The comfortable, if plain, guest rooms are good value." Full review