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Generator Dublin

2.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
Café
Lounge
Billiards

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Explore the area

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Smithfield Square, Smithfield, Dublin, Dublin, 7
  • Place, Jameson Distillery Bow St.
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Guinness Storehouse
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Dublin Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Twin

  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Private 4 Bed Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Bed in Small Dorm Enusite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Private Room with 6 bed Ensuite

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Bed in Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room for 4

Family Room for 4

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Bed in 4 bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Private 5-bed Room - Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Private 6-bed Female Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Private 8-bed Room

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Private 10-bed Room

  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in Female Dorm Ensuite

Bed in Female Dorm Ensuite

  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe King

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Single room with Shared bathroom

Single room with Shared bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

4-bed Private Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Private 6-bed Room - Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Private 8-bed Room - Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Bed in Mixed Dorm - Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Dublin

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Dublin awaits you at Generator Dublin. You'll find Jameson Distillery Bow St. a few steps away and Guinness Storehouse within a 15-minute stroll. Highlights at this Art Deco hostel include a restaurant, a nightclub and a bar/lounge. .The café, Generator Food, is open for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and noon and on weekends between 8:00 AM and noon. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this City Centre Dublin hostel include Dublin Castle and Trinity College.
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What's nearby

  • Jameson Distillery Bow St. - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Guinness Storehouse - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dublin Castle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grafton Street - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Trinity College - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Smithfield Station - 2 min walk
  • Dublin Drumcondra Station - 3 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪JJ's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Proper Order Coffee Co. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Reserve Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Copper + Straw - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Generator Dublin

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A nightclub, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Generator Dublin.

This Art Deco Dublin hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 109 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2011
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Corner/local shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Generator Dublin offers 109 shared accommodations. This Dublin hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM to noon on weekends; EUR 11 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Generator Food

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Nightclub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 11 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Towels fee: EUR 4 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Dublin Generator
Dublin Generator Hostel
Dublin Hostel Generator
Generator Dublin
Generator Dublin Hostel
Generator Hostel
Generator Hostel Dublin
Hostel Dublin Generator
Hostel Generator
Hostel Generator Dublin
Generator Hostel Dublin Hotel Dublin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Generator Dublin?

Generator Dublin offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Generator Dublin?

As of 9 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator Dublin on 1 July 2026 start from AU$196, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Generator Dublin?

The closest beach to Generator Dublin is Portmarnock Beach (13.1 km).

Is Generator Dublin family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Generator Dublin is a hit with families.

Does Generator Dublin serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer weekdays from 7:00 AM to noon and on weekends from 8:00 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Generator Dublin?

No, Generator Dublin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Generator Dublin?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at Generator Dublin?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Generator Dublin Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 363 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 183 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1012 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Alway straight forward, for a simple stay in Dublin.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, really nice hotel, friendly staff and exactly what we needed for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location. Nice big room and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location, cheap and cheerful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location and great price Private rooms were perfect for us
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Sumil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and cheap for Dublin area. Bathroom was a bit dirty but still usable. Sleeping was fine and reception is 24/7 so really helpful. Area is safe. There's a bar in the ground floor..great for sports and food. Also right next to jameson distillery tour! Would come again as a solo traveller.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a good spot for maybe 2 nights Longer trip look somewhere else
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Tavis

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Staff & service

Perfectly fine party hostel

The stay was good, it’s a loud party hostel but that should be obvious to those booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The stay was really good, the property was in good walking distance from anything needed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hostel

Everything you expect from a good hostel. It was basic but totally adequate, felt safe, clean and the beds were comfier than I expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice trip

We had a great time
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are really helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice very good for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Dirty. Bathroom flooded so had to move rooms. Some staff rude
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice and helpful staff. A nice stay, but was difficult to get to sleep with the noise from the DJ 3 stories below!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful location for our family vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar downstairs and the Jameson distillery is right next door. The river Liffey is just down the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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4/10 Poor

Evan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Par for the course you’ll get a snorer or two and drunkards outside that will wake you up, but the random fire alarms at 4 am days in a row were a nice touch 👌
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025