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Generator Dublin

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel with restaurant, near Jameson Distillery Bow St.

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In Dublin's city center, Generator Dublin offers a vibrant atmosphere with concerts and live shows. Enjoy breakfast, brunch or lunch at the on-site restaurant or grab a snack from the grocery store. Connect to in-room WiFi and have fun at the arcade/game room.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Arcade/games room
  • Front desk safe
  • Corner/local shop
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/games room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Corner/local shop
The current price is £101
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul

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

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

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

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

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About the area

Map
Smithfield Square, Smithfield, Dublin, Dublin, 7

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

  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 24 min drive
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 23 min walk
  • Connolly Station - 24 min walk
  • Dublin Drumcondra Station - 28 min walk
  • Smithfield Station - 2 min walk
  • Four Courts Station - 6 min walk
  • Museum Station - 8 min walk

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

  • Generator Dublin features a nightclub and puts you only steps from Jameson Distillery Bow St.. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Generator Food, which serves breakfast and lunch. Other highlights at this Art Deco hostel include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is only a short walk: Smithfield Station is 2 minutes and Four Courts Station is 6 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 109 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 34 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM–noon on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Local/corner shop

What to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table
  • Table football
  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2011
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/games room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Nightclub
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Uses some LED lighting

Special features

Dining

Generator Food – This café serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 11 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of EUR 4 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property caters to guests ages 18 and over.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.

Also known as

Dublin Generator
Dublin Generator Hostel
Dublin Hostel Generator
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Frequently asked questions

Does Generator Dublin offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Generator Dublin does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Generator Dublin?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 34 kg per pet. There's a charge of EUR 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Generator Dublin?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Generator Dublin.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Generator Dublin?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Generator Dublin and nearby?

Generator Dublin has a nightclub and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Generator Dublin?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Generator Food.

What's the area around Generator Dublin like?

Generator Dublin is in City Centre Dublin, a short 2-minute walk from Smithfield Station and 14 minutes' walk from Guinness Storehouse. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

Generator Dublin Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Bar
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Live music

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Good location, rooms were as described and as expected for a hostel
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good friendly people it is its own little community, so much more than a hotel. It a pub, an office, a great place to hang out. Fancy some ping pong, shuffle board, darts, pool? They got cha!!
Joel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

WOW. My first time in a Hostel and I am so impressed! I stayed in an all girls dorm and it was like having a girls night sleepover every night (I’m a chatty Kathy and love connecting with people). GREAT location and I bought a bike pass to get around the city. Easy check in and they have a small shop wall with items if you forget anything. HOT showers and massage level pressure. Didn’t try any food but the bar had a good selection and price. Staff is very friendly and prompt with requests.
kristen, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, really nice hotel, friendly staff and exactly what we needed for our stay
Giuseppe, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location. Nice big room and very clean
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Well located and friendly
Paulo, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Great location, cheap and cheerful
William, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and great price Private rooms were perfect for us
Harry, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Sumil, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The staff are really helpful.
Roberta, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Really nice and helpful staff. A nice stay, but was difficult to get to sleep with the noise from the DJ 3 stories below!
Geoffrey, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and clean property, enjoyed my stay, would book again
Dylan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!

It was great, comfortable, had a gig on when i went great company and people!
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Easy to meet people, easy to walk around and very accessible to all tourist attractions ! I would say the towel situation is a little annoying I feel like we should be given one towel for they stay for free instead of paying 4€… also when they come in the rooms to clean I notice they down wipe down the actual beds so make sure to wipe down and cover with sheets but you get what you pay for and it’s already convenient with walking and the trains I would stay here again :)
Rachel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for accessing Dublin's core and staff were super helpful and friendly.
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and vibe

Lovely atmosphere, easy to find. Very good location and not noisy
Karmjeet, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

If you don’t like noise then ask for a higher floor. Lots of young vibrant people.
TRISHA, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice Area, very convinient location.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Easy walk to activity and red line. Great lobby bar.
Stephen, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The generation station

Great value and great location
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This is a great place to stay for a younger crowd. We were looking for somewhere cheap so it was perfect. However, it is better suited for a young traveler wanting to meet new people and have entertainment in the evening.
Nicole, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot

This was a great stop for our family. Even though it was crazy hot, the guy at the front desk was super helpful in finding us a fan for our room. The room was otherwise comfy. The bathroom didn't seem to have a fan and so it was steamy and smelled and the towels didn't dry out. We loved being able to have a coffee in the morning and play billiards without the loud music and crowds. It is also a great location with plenty of food and drink spots to walk to.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Traveling

Had a great stay. Great location close to all. Very friend staff and great atmosphere with lots going on. It was also quiet when sleeping which was very good.
Adam, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleased

Excellent hostel. Clean, comfortable, well located, great facilities. Would return and would recommend.
Eoghan, 1-night trip