Paddy's Palace Dublin

Poorly run hostel, cold showers, dirty linen left on the beds, and very unhelpful staff. I would not recommend Paddy's Palace to anyone!

Where to start? We went here when we were jetlagged right after an overnight flight. We booked a room for the night we flew over so we could get to our room right away in the morning instead of having to wait until three p.m. -- like I'm sure many people do -- and then the night after. They charged both nights to my creditcard when we didn't show up that night and then gave my room to someone else! So when we arrived they told us we paid for a room, but we couldn't have it! Luckily the people had left early. Then they told us to go the wrong way to get to the room so we went up four flights of stairs for nothing (it says "reception" but that's where the rooms are?). And then that night, because they filled the paperwork out wrong, the night guy wouldn't let us in! Total idiots working there. The room was totally hot and faced a loud road where traffic starts at six a.m. Also there is a "secret" shower room no one bothers to tell you about and it has no sign on the door. On the plus side, this is closest to the bus station, but seriously, it's so poorly run, it's laughable.

The dorms are mixed and there is only one bathroom on each floor, but the place is clean. Breakfast is cereal, toast and tea. The staff are unhelpful, which is off-putting. I wouldn't stay here again, as compared to other hostels on the same street, it's a rip-off, as I found out when the staff lost my booking and I had to find a bed for the night.

It sucks having to share the bathroom with the whole floor, but that's forgivable. The hostel has a friendly staff and a pretty good location.

Clean hostel with good security and great location. Most residents are just coming back from or just about to go on a Paddywagon tour. Most of the people that work there were very nice and accommodating, but a few of the staff were unfriendly and were short with the hostel residents that asked them questions.

It's just been painted and very very clean. Small enough to get to know people and the staff are great. One of the best hostels we've stayed in on a year long trip. Great location and secure too!

The place needs a bit of TLC!! The sofas in reception and the TV room are disgusting - I think my dog would run scared of them. Having said that, the bathrooms are clean and the water is warm - yeehaa. Could be really nice if someone cared.

Stayed at Paddy's over the New Year of 2001/2002 and had an absolute blast. Friendly staff, nice clean rooms and bathrooms and a very friendly atmosphere between all staff and guests.

Best hostel and welcome we have had in all our travels. Small enough to make you feel like a friend not just a guest and really really clean. Location, security and stahh all top marks.