While visiting Ireland we stayed in several hostels and this was the worst. The place seemed dark and did not portray a feeling of warmth or hospitality. We booked a six bedded dorm room for our group. The room was barely fair. While the beds were adequate and the furnishings were sufficient, the room was dark and drab. The room... more

There are some cosy interiors with old furniture and a cosy atmosphere, at least out of season, and I think the hostel deserves a more positive description. The dormitories and its facilities could be renovated and thereby get a cleaner look, though. The ambiance is slightly flower-power-irish-buddhism-like, with strong colours and a distinct flavour of oriental spice in the kitchen... more

This hostel is across the street from several pubs, so if you are a light sleeper and don't want to be up at closing time, you may want to spend the extra money on a bed and breakfast. The location is amazing though, right in the city center. more