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Garden Lane Backpackers

Property class: 2
Hostel near Dublinia in Dublin

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Photo gallery for Garden Lane Backpackers

A hallway with a large cityscape painting, a potted plant, and a framed picture on the wall.
A balcony with a view of a tall, Gothic-style tower with multiple chimneys.
A living room with a television, bookshelf, and a guitar.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with a sink and cutting board.
An elevator with a control panel, a door with a handle, and a framed cityscape painting on the wall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Garden Lane, Dublin
  • Place, Guinness Storehouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dublin Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Grafton Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 8)

A bunk bed room with a wooden floor and a curtain.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 8)

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleep 6)

A bunk bed room with a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a small table with a glass.

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleep 6)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 6 )

A bunk bed room with a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a small table with a glass.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 6 )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 4)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden headboards, and yellow curtains.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleep 4)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden headboards, and yellow curtains.

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleep 4)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A bunk bed room with a chair and a painting on the wall.

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed in Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Dublin

City Centre Dublin stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this City Centre Dublin hostel, you'll find Dublinia and Guinness Storehouse. St. Stephen's Green and Dublin Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • St. Patrick's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Guinness Storehouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dublin Castle - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grafton Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • St. Stephen's Green - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Dublin Drumcondra Station - 5 min drive
  • Four Courts Station - 12 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dudley's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cathedral Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Liberty Belle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Two Pups Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Manning's Bakery - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Garden Lane Backpackers

Hostel near Dublinia in Dublin
Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Garden Lane Backpackers. Parking is available for a fee.

This Dublin hostel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Garden Lane Backpackers offers 11 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers 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 transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 12 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20.00
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are recommended to download the property's MyKey from Walmek mobile app before check-in
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00 (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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Garden Lane Backpackers.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dublin

Frequently asked questions

How close is Garden Lane Backpackers to the airport?

Garden Lane Backpackers is 15.9 mi (34-min drive) away from the Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Garden Lane Backpackers?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Lane Backpackers on Sep 6, 2026 start from $135, 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.

Does Garden Lane Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Garden Lane Backpackers.

How close is Garden Lane Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is 9.5 mi (49-min drive) from Portmarnock Beach.

Does Garden Lane Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Garden Lane Backpackers offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Garden Lane Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Garden Lane Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs EUR 20.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Garden Lane Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for EUR 12 per day.

Does Garden Lane Backpackers have a pool?

Garden Lane Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Garden Lane Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Garden Lane Backpackers to downtown Dublin?

Garden Lane Backpackers is 0.9 mi away from Dublin.

Garden Lane Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 167 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Two nights, didn't access breakfast left earlier for tours. Clean, good space, hot showers okay location walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location although set away from the main road so could be a little worrying at night if walking alone. Lots of shops around.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay and would recommend! Friendly and helpful staff too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed at this hostel one night and its sister location garden house hostel. The room that I stayed in was a 4 bed mixed dorm. Two bathrooms on floor of i think 3 or 4 dorms. Sometimes they were occupied for a bit and you have to wait. There was BIKE PARKING in parkade. Hooray! They also allowed you to leave your bags until check in for free which is needed as a budget Traveller. Staff is helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Salih

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking to town!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The main problem for me was the garbage smell in the kitchen, elevator and stairways. And yes, there may be 8 bathrooms but those are spread over 3 floors and include men, women and handicapped ones.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms clean, appreciate the female-only dorm room, breakfast was fine and included.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Kathryn

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not very clean. Have to pay for a towel. Limited info on how to use the car park they offer. Very noisy area. Would opt for different accommodations next time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable acommodation, free breakfast was an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel had everything plus free coffee and tea all day.
Plug inside and light
Awesome kitchen
Place to stash your food.
Clean private bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melodie Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay! Some locals say this area is a bit dodgy however, didn’t feel really comfortable walking to it at night since it’s a little isolated. But very lovely staff and clean facilities would bring me back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great backpackers vibe, clean kitchen and showers, not over busy but plenty of friendly faces. Rooms secure and decent beds. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, friendly staff and fellow hotel users, would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice affordable stay option in Dublin! Location is pretty good, around 10-20 minutes walk for every major attraction. The kitchen and living area is also very nice! Only thing is the beds are kinda small and short but they were still comfy :) Also kind of a quiet hostel but if you like that it’s perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect if you just need a place to stay and really want to explore outside. Walking distance to everything, up the block from Guinness factory, pleasant staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nichola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Great place to stay as a whole. But super warm everywhere and all the time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the bed curtains and all day free breakfast. Very nice staff as well
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ali

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t recommend it The room seemly and shower is not clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Casey

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was not super friendly or welcomjng. Ilder ajd a bit rundown. Breakfast was super basic. Good location tho. Good for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great little place to stay while visiting Dublin

Really enjoyed the place. Quiet neighbourhood. Not far from places to go and see. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place if you’re looking for somewhere quiet to stay. The surrounding area is very quaint and an awesome place to walk around. I felt safe as a female solo traveler. Public transportation is close by and the front desk was very nice and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Staff & service
Everything was fine for a one night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, quiet. The shared kitchen and living area was inviting. Good WiFi was appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a hidden gem. Close to a lot of walking tours and bars. One of the cleanest hostels ever. Their breakfast is basic but still good and it’s free.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023