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Generator DublinvsHerbert Park Hotel & Park Residence
Both properties are endorsed by writers. On balance, Generator Hostel Dublin scores significantly better than Herbert Park Hotel. Generator Hostel Dublin comes in at #12 in Dublin with approval from 6 publications like The Telegraph, Jetsetter and oyster.com.
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
Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence
Michelin Guide
Fodor's Oyster Michelin Guide Lonely Planet The Telegraph Time Out
Ballsbridge 4, Dublin
From $113/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Michelin Guide "Contemporary hotel overlooking suburban park, with smart marble-floored reception, stylish seating areas and chic bar."
Fodor's "Only a short distance from the city, this hotel nestled next to leafy Herbert Park and the doddering Dodder River feels pleasantly secluded." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"The Herbert Park Hotel is a comfortable, quiet pick in the Ballsbridge neighborhood of Dublin." Full review
Michelin Guide "Menu: 29€ (lunch) - Carte: 36€-53€"
Lonely Planet "We'll forgive them the stripey wallpaper in the bedrooms because this place has so much else going for it." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Enjoying a delightful location on the edge of its namesake manicured park...offers smart service, space, comfort, excellent facilities and lovely views in a tranquil and relaxed south Dublin setting." Full review
Time Out "Its bland, sandstone exterior may look more like an office park or one of the international embassies located nearby, but light, modern style reigns once inside the 153-room Herbert Park Hotel. " Full review
