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Generator Dublin

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay near Grafton Street

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Family Room for 4 | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Smithfield Square, Smithfield, Dublin, Dublin, 7
  • Place, Guinness Storehouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Dublin Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Trinity College
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin

  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 Bed Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Small Dorm Enusite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Room with 6 bed Ensuite

  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 221 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room for 4 | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room for 4

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 5-bed Room - Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6-bed Female Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8-bed Room

  • 224 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 10-bed Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds

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Bed in Female Dorm Ensuite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe King

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Single room with Shared bathroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single room with Shared bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

4-bed Private Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 150 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6-bed Room - Shared Bathroom

  • 176 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8-bed Room - Shared Bathroom

  • 221 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Mixed Dorm - Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4-Bed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6-Bed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8-Bed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 8

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6 Bed Room - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Room - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 8

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 10-bed Room

  • Sleeps 10

View all photos for Private 5 Bed Room - Ensuite

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 5 Bed Room - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 5

View all photos for Bed In 15-bed Dorm – Female Only - Ensuite

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 15-bed Dorm – Female Only - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Private 6 Bed Female Room - Ensuite

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6 Bed Female Room - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6

View all photos for Bed In Mixed Dorm - Ensuite

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Mixed Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Dublin

City Centre Dublin stay.At this City Centre Dublin hostel, you'll be steps from Jameson Distillery Bow St. and within a 15-minute walk of Guinness Storehouse. Dublin Castle and Trinity College are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Guinness Storehouse - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dublin Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Trinity College - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Grafton Street - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Croke Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

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
  • ‪Oxmantown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Generator Hostel bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Generator Dublin

Family-friendly stay near Grafton Street
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/game 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Generator Dublin offers 109 shared accommodations. This Dublin hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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

Things to do

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

Accessibility

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

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 accommodations

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lbs 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.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: 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 onsite 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 each accommodation.

This property caters to guests ages 18 and over.

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 rating 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

How close is Generator Dublin to the airport?

Generator Dublin is 7.2 mi (24-min drive) away from the Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Generator Dublin?

As of Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator Dublin on Nov 11, 2025 start from $95.49, excluding 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 Generator Dublin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Generator Dublin.

How close is Generator Dublin to the beach?

This hostel is 8.7 mi (42-min drive) from Portmarnock Beach and 11.9 mi (42-min drive) from Malahide Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Generator Dublin offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Generator Dublin, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 11 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to noon and weekends from 8:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Generator Dublin?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Generator Dublin?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Generator Dublin?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Generator Dublin have a pool?

Generator Dublin does not have a pool.

Does Generator Dublin have a restaurant?

Generator Dublin is home to Generator Food, which features brunch.

Does Generator Dublin have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Generator Dublin to downtown Dublin?

Generator Dublin is 0.7 mi away from Dublin.

Generator Dublin Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 173 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1009 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
This property is in a good location - we were able to walk to many places easily. It is also very close to a tram stop and once we got visitor leap cards, we traveled even greater distances easily. There is a small market across the street that we used a couple mornings as well. The property itself is okay - quite noisy at night, bit warm on the top bunks (for us in July), and you must provide your own towels, unless you want to pay to rent one. This worked for our family for a short stay, but wouldn’t do it for much longer as sleep was hard with the noise throughout the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a hostel priced like a luxury hotel. The balcony door was broken and there was no ventilation in the washroom. We had to ask for a fan. Everything cost extra, in-spite of the price we paid to stay. Also the noise from the bar downstairs carried on well into the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Barry

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Roberta

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

8/10 Good

Amanda

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

Claustro triple bunk bed

It was fine but those triple bunk beds are claustrophobic and I would hit my head often. It was also difficult getting out without hitting my back off the roof of my bunk. Staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Neda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok but could be better

The staff was super nice, however we needed to pay for our towels (4 eur) and the cleanliness of the bathroom and the room was ok… nothing more. I think this hostel needs an update. I have been in hostels before but this one didn’t even have a fridge to keep our food nor a kitchen to cook.. which is a purpose for a hostel I believe. The location is amazing though..: tram, bus, restaurants, etc. were super close.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leon

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

katie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tavis

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Location and value

Clean, confortable, electrical appliances on bed, Men washroom/shower separate from Women washroom/shower, fan in the room, 24hrs reception, good location at 20 minutes walk to Temple Pubs, at 50 meters from tram and buses, across a supermarket, safe neighborhood. The only issue was the last night we had twice fire alarm and we evacuated the building, but we had little communication from staff if it was safe to return to the building.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with group, Business traveler
It was fine staying here. It was a bit loud, the property wasn't the cleanest, but it was in a nice area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austen

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The location is fine, but it is quite loud at night. The Generator is trying to walk the line between a hotel and a hostel. We thought we were getting a hotel. We paid $290 for a tiny room with the worst and thinnest mattresses I’ve ever slept on. The pillows are not much thicker than a pancake. The room did not have any tissue or a bar of soap. Check out time is an hour earlier than every hotel I’ve ever stayed in. No on-site parking so we had to pay 18 euros per night for a parkade a block away.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

aron

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely more of a hostel than a hotel. Clean, and the blackout curtains were effective, but it would benefit from a refresh. It’s a little Tartt round the edges
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diwakar, Seattle

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffery

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location and great price Private rooms were perfect for us
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Aiden

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025