🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland

The Dublin Central Hostel

📍 5, Blessington Street, Dublin

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Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to The Dublin Central Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (above the 3rd floor) to minimize street noise from Blessington Street. Avoid rooms near the lift as the stairwell is located on the ground floor and may cause some disturbance.

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Rooms to avoid

Rooms on the ground floor or near the service entrance may be noisy due to foot traffic and deliveries.

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Best views

There are no specific view options mentioned in the data, but rooms on higher floors may have a view of the surrounding cityscape.

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Quietest floors

4th floor and above

🔊 Noise notes

Blessington Street is a busy street with traffic and pedestrians, so rooms on lower floors may be noisier. The hotel's location in the city center means that there may be some background noise from nightlife and events.

Insider tips

Consider requesting a room with a window on the opposite side of the building to minimize street noise. If you're driving, be aware that there may be limited parking options nearby and consider using public transportation or parking in a nearby car park.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Instalações do hotel — The Dublin Central Hostel

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Wi-Fi

free, 100 Mbps fibre-optic, no login required

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Lift / Elevator

serves all floors, no stairs-only sections

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Media & Newspapers

complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and physical papers in the common area

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Check-in / Check-out

16:00, no early bag-drop, late check-out until 12:00 pm (€10.00 fee)

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Baggage Storage

available for a fee (€5.00 per day) near reception

Accessibility

step-free access, wheelchair ramp at main entrance, no structural limitations

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Parking

on-site parking available (€15.00 per night), nearest public car park at Jervis Street Car Park (€20.00 per day), no EV charging

Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos

City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night

Deposit & card hold: €10.00 advance deposit + €20.00 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary nas proximidades

  • Church: Abbey Church (310 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Church: St. Joseph's Carmelite Church (346 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Church: Romanian Orthodox Church (415 m · ~5 min walk)
  • Church: Saint Saviour's Church (533 m · ~7 min walk)

Estilo de vida e recreação local

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Shopping

ILAC Centre — 930 m · ~12 min walk

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Walking & Running

Garden Of Remembrance — 410 m · ~5 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Dublin Writers Museum — 323 m · ~4 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Dublin Youth Theatre — 508 m · ~6 min walk

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Kids & Family

Hill Street Playground — 697 m · ~9 min walk

5 minutos de rádio essencial

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 712 m · ~9 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Medipharm — 88 m · ~1 min walk

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Convenience Store

Gala — 57 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Drumcondra — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk

Dinheiro e moeda

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

You can exchange currency at banks, post offices, or currency exchange offices in the city centre. Be aware that airport bureaux de change often have poor exchange rates.

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Cards & contactless

Debit and credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, and contactless payments, are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and cafes. Some small, family-owned businesses might only accept cash.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping in Ireland is generally around 5-10% in restaurants and bars, and €1-2 for taxis. Hotel staff usually receive a small tip for good service.

Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento

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Cheap coffee

A typical cheap coffee can be found for around €2-3 at a local café or bakery.

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Best-value lunch

A budget-friendly lunch option is a sandwich or soup at a café or deli for around €8-10.

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Affordable dinner

A affordable dinner option is a pub meal, with a main course costing around €15-20.

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Street food & cheap eats

You can find street food options like traditional Irish street food, such as fish and chips or burgers, in the nearby South Great George's Street area.

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Budget groceries

Budget supermarket chains like Tesco and Aldi are located nearby, with prices starting from around €1-2 for basic items.

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Affordable clothes

Affordable high-street shopping is available on nearby George's Street Arcade, with prices starting from around €10-20 for basics.

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Cheapest way around

A Leap Card is a cost-effective option for public transport, with a day pass costing around €7-10. From the airport, take bus 41 or 16 to the city centre for around €3-5.

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Money-saving tips

Consider buying a reusable water bottle to refill at water fountains, use public transport instead of taxis, and take advantage of happy hour deals at bars and pubs.

É bom saber — Dublin

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Plugs & power

Type G · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Dublin
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Ambulance / Medical
999 or 112
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Fire Department
999 or 112

999 and 112 both work for any emergency in Ireland. 112 is the EU-wide number. For non-urgent police matters in Dublin, call the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Le Monde Café Bar Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Oar House seafood
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Barge Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Bloody Stream Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Marino House (Kavanagh's) Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Aqua seafood
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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La Gondola italian
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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O’Connell’s Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dublin, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at The Dublin Central Hostel

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 712 m · ~9 min walkpharmacy · Medipharm — 88 m · ~1 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Vindo ao redor

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Luas + Local Bus Network (Dublinbus/Go-Ahead) €2.10-2.70 per journey

City Center (after airport transfer) → Throughout Dublin neighborhoods

5 min · Every 5-10 mins · 05:30-23:30 (Luas Red Line)

💡 Get a Leap Card (€5, reloadable) for seamless tram/bus travel. Red Line passes near O'Connell St; best for day trips to Guinness Storehouse

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Dublin Airport Taxi / Uber / Bolt €25-35

Dublin Airport (DUB) → LATROUPE Jacobs Inn Dublin (Typicai O'Connell St area)

25 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Use Uber/Bolt apps for transparent pricing; avoid unmetered taxis. Surge pricing applies 8-10am and 4-7pm

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Irish Rail DART / Airlink Bus 747 €3.50-4.50

Dublin Airport (DUB) → Connolly Station (5 min walk to hotel)

30 min · Every 15-20 mins · 05:30-23:50

💡 Most authentic experience; connect via 747 bus to airport then DART train. Tap-to-pay with Leap Card available

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Aircoach / GoBus Airport Express €7-12

Dublin Airport (DUB) → O'Connell Street (near LATROUPE Jacobs Inn)

35 min · Every 10-15 mins · 04:00-23:30

💡 Most budget-friendly option; book online for discounts. Luggage space is generous

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Perguntas frequentes

What are the best rooms at The Dublin Central Hostel?

Request a room on a higher floor (above the 3rd floor) to minimize street noise from Blessington Street. Avoid rooms near the lift as the stairwell is located on the ground floor and may cause some disturbance.

Which rooms should I avoid at The Dublin Central Hostel?

Rooms on the ground floor or near the service entrance may be noisy due to foot traffic and deliveries.

Is The Dublin Central Hostel noisy?

Blessington Street is a busy street with traffic and pedestrians, so rooms on lower floors may be noisier. The hotel's location in the city center means that there may be some background noise from nightlife and events.

Which rooms have the best views at The Dublin Central Hostel?

There are no specific view options mentioned in the data, but rooms on higher floors may have a view of the surrounding cityscape.

What are insider tips for staying at The Dublin Central Hostel?

Consider requesting a room with a window on the opposite side of the building to minimize street noise. If you're driving, be aware that there may be limited parking options nearby and consider using public transportation or parking in a nearby car park.

What time is check-in at The Dublin Central Hostel?

Check-in at The Dublin Central Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does The Dublin Central Hostel have Wi-Fi?

free, 100 Mbps fibre-optic, no login required

Is there a city or tourist tax at The Dublin Central Hostel?

€2.00 per person per night

Where can I eat cheaply near The Dublin Central Hostel?

A budget-friendly lunch option is a sandwich or soup at a café or deli for around €8-10.

What is the cheapest way to get around from The Dublin Central Hostel?

A Leap Card is a cost-effective option for public transport, with a day pass costing around €7-10. From the airport, take bus 41 or 16 to the city centre for around €3-5.

Principais atrações em Dublin

St. Stephen's Green Free

💡 Enter from the Fusiliers' Arch side and walk clockwise – the quieter eastern end has fewer tourists and more shade.

Dublin Castle Free

💡 Skip the guided tour – the free areas cover the best bits. The library's roof terrace has good city views and is often overlooked.

National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology Free

💡 Head straight to the Treasury on the ground floor first – the Ardagh Chalice and Tara Brooch are there, and it gets busiest after 11am.

Christ Church Cathedral

💡 Combine your visit with the免費 DUBLINIA exhibition next door – same ticket covers both if you ask at the counter.

Kilmainham Gaol

💡 Book online at least two days ahead – same-day tickets sell out by 10am. Go on the first tour of the day to avoid crowds.

ℹ️ Aviso de dados: A informação é obtida a partir de dados públicos, análises de IA e fontes da Internet. Detalhes, incluindo configurações de quartos, preços, horários de funcionamento e listas de eventos, podem ser imprecisos ou desatualizados.
How we built this briefing
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  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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