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Hostels in Northside Dublin, Dublin

22 hostels in Dublin. Prices start from €8 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.
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Gardiner House Hostel

Drumcondra
Free Breakfast
Approx. 63 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.2 km / 3 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerGroups (10+ people)Solo Traveller

"…• Check our Instagram and blog for recommendations 💛 Kind regards, Gardiner House Hostel Canbe Hostels" …"…• Look for the green door named "Gardiner House" (76), we are located right

from €16.61
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Latroupe Jacobs Inn

Dublin 1
Free Breakfast
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 63 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.2 km / 3 miles)
Boutique HostelCouplesFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerGroups (10+ people)

"…The included mini-breakfast was adequate, but more toasters and a rearrangement of the serving table would make things move quicker. The desk staff were friendly and helpful. I only stayed here one

from €11.80
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Abrahams Hostel

Dublin 1
Free Breakfast
Approx. 64 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.3 km / 3 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…There were 5 of us and for people who have stayed in youth hostels all over the world it was very clean and the staff were extremely friendly. It is a NO CURFEW hostel so of course there will be

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Leevin Hostel George

Privacy Curtains
Approx. 65 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.4 km / 3 miles)
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Stay comfy and hassle-free right in the heart of Dublin. At Leevin Hostel George, we’ve got everything you need for a great stay. We’re all about convenience. Enjoy our dining area to have

from €19.33
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Mec Hostel

Dublin 1
Approx. 65 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.4 km / 3 miles)
Solo Traveller

"…The final insult is that the rather charming breakfast room serves up a most lackluster breakfast of coffee, Wonder bread, jam, and butter. The visitors here are a genial bunch, it's actually the

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Approx. 67 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.5 km / 3 miles)
Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…That was not the case, the sleeping room, the kitchen, and the tea room (super cozy), were clean and comfortable - which you wouldn‘t think with a 16-people-sleeping room. I also loved the 24/7 hot

from €14.23
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Marlborough Hostel

Marlborough Hostel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 67 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.6 km / 3 miles)

"…This place rocks. It has a great staff, and they even gave us free BBQ with beer and kareoke as well. The showers could be better, but everything else was very clean and pleasant. We will be back

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Approx. 70 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.8 km / 4 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Good Breakfast in dining area ( toast, scones, cereal, juice, coffee, tea). Staff helpful -- got us discount tickets to Hop on Hop off bus for 2 days -- this is a good bus to have to get to all

from €19.30
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Ashfield Guesthouse

Dublin 2
Free Breakfast
Approx. 70 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.8 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Some coin-operated lockers are available for hire on the main floor. There is also a luggage storage room provided for use. The large sitting area on the main floor has a television and

from €15.33
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Short Stay Dublin - Trinity College, Dublin
Approx. 71 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.9 km / 4 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

7 College Street

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Abbey Court Guesthouse

O'Connell Bridge
Free Breakfast
Approx. 71 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.9 km / 4 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…And there are always people hanging out on the couches, tables, etc. Kitchen too, chill people. The only downside is that you have to pay for internet, but we just went to one of the many internet

from €15.42
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Abigail's Hostel

Dublin 2
Free Breakfast
Approx. 72 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6 km / 4 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerGroups (10+ people)Solo Traveller

"…The hostel has a strange key system. There are only two keys per room, so guests are required to turn in their keys when they leave the building and show their receipts when they come back in order

from €15.23
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Clink I Lár

Privacy Curtains
Approx. 73 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.1 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Maximum stay: 14 days (no extensions or re-bookings) Breakfast available from €10.90. Non-refundable bookings: prepaid, no changes/cancellations Flexible bookings: cancel up to 24h before

from €12.26
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Gogartys Temple Bar Hostel

Temple Bar
Free Breakfast
Approx. 73 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.1 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…- Oliver St. John Gogarty Hostel is located in the Temple Bar area of Dublin, upstairs from Oliver St. John Gogarty Pub. For those unfamiliar, Temple Bar is a very active restaurant and pub area of

from €15.19
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The Apache Hostel

Temple Bar
Free Breakfast
Approx. 76 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.4 km / 4 miles)

29 Eustace Street

from €15.52
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Approx. 76 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.4 km / 4 miles)
Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…No smoking or illegal substances anywhere on the property. Breaking this rule comes with a €100 fine, and that’s no fun for anyone. This is an alcohol-free space. That means no drinking or

from €15.29
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Kinlay House

Christchurch
Free Breakfast
Approx. 80 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.6 km / 4 miles)
Solo Traveller

"…This system, used in many hostels, is obviously adopted for practical (and security) reasons but can be annoying and time-consuming. We used it a few times, as the hostel was so full that we had to

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Approx. 81 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.8 km / 4 miles)
CouplesFemale Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…In regards to the social activities, they have two contradictory lists of social events posted at various places in the hostel. No matter, none of them actually happen -- a reception person

from €14.35
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Astra Hostel

Privacy Curtains
Approx. 82 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.8 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelYouth Hostel

"Astra hostel, Smithfield provides 'Pod' style capsule accommodation in the heart of Dublin city. This property which is a short stroll from Temple Bar, overlooks the river Liffey, O'Shea's The

from €26.41
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Approx. 84 min walking time to Northside Dublin (7 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

39 Arran Quay

from €16.91
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Garden Lane Backpackers

Christchurch
Free Breakfast
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 87 min walking time to Northside Dublin (7.2 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…You can walk there in less than 12 minutes! We have a great kitchen that connects to a rooftop terrace where you can see Dublin's skyline. It's perfect for cooking, hanging out with other guests

from €18.80
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Emma's Cozy Stay
Approx. 115 min walking time to Northside Dublin (9.6 km / 6 miles)

19 Woodfield Avenue

from €15.68

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Approx. 62 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.2 km / 3 miles)
Digital NomadsParty Hostel

"…€5 charge does apply per person using this service Parking is available on site at a €4 charge per night payable at parking meter'. We offer free Wi-Fi Park and Fly is available for €4

from €73.26
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Dergvale Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 64 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.4 km / 3 miles)
Solo Traveller

"…It is a perfect base from which to explore Dublin city's many top attractions including the main shopping districts: Henry Street and Grafton Street, Trinity College, Dublin Castle, Christchurch

from €62.39
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Temple Bar Inn

Temple Bar
Approx. 72 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…It's chic, bespoke and modern design fits perfectly into the cultural surroundings of Dublin City. Each room includes everything you need for the most comfortable of stays such as a flat screen TV,

from €48.62
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Dublin Citi Hotel of Temple Bar

Temple Bar
Free Breakfast
Approx. 75 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.3 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…Stephen's Green, Dublin Castle and Grafton Street, this charming 19th century building nestles on the southern edge of the renowned Temple Bar area, beside the Central Bank. Dublin City Hotel is the

from €54.51
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Approx. 76 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.4 km / 4 miles)
Party Hostel

"The Lansdowne hotel is a boutique hotel set in the heart of Georgian Dublin. We are just a short stroll from Dublin city�s main shopping and business district. The RDS and Lansdowne road stadium,

from €59.47
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Approx. 78 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.5 km / 4 miles)
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59 - 62 Drury Street

from €106.68
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Approx. 79 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.6 km / 4 miles)
Party Hostel

"…Check-in from 15:00 -23:00 Check- out by 12:00 Cancellation policy is 2 days in advance We accept payment by cash, debit & credit card" …"The Drury Court Hotel is Located on Stephen Street

from €75.16
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Handel's Hotel

Temple Bar
Approx. 79 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.6 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…00am) €15 for 24 hours Opening Times: The car park is open 24hrs" …"…Local buses 16A and 41 go to the city centre and stop around 15 minutes walk from the hotel. If driving from the

from €46.47
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Approx. 80 min walking time to Northside Dublin (6.7 km / 4 miles)
Party Hostel

"The Travelodge Stephens Green's central location, in the heart of Dublin city, ensures it's only a short walk to all major attractions, shopping, restaurants and bars. Bedrooms are spacious; with

from €103.13
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Jackson Court Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 84 min walking time to Northside Dublin (7 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…The Guinness Store House and Dublin Zoo are also just 5 minutes away on foot.The LUAS tram stops just outside the hotel’s door for easy access to the rest of Dublin. The Jackson Court Hotel is in

from €50.30
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Harrington Hall

Dublin 2
Free Breakfast
Approx. 84 min walking time to Northside Dublin (7 km / 4 miles)

"…We have also brought onto our team several new highly qualified members of staff. We have recently received some new awards - Irish Tourist Board 4 Star, AA 4 Star, RAC 5 Diamond and RAC Sparkling

from €54.60
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Tipperary House

Smithfield
Free Breakfast
Approx. 90 min walking time to Northside Dublin (7.5 km / 5 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelOlder travelers (+50)Quiet RestSolo Traveller

"The Tipperary House is perfect for the weary traveller, a locally owned and family run business for over 40 years we offer guests cosy homely but quality budget accommodation.Many of Dublins tourist

from €55.42
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Approx. 100 min walking time to Northside Dublin (8.3 km / 5 miles)
Party HostelYouth Hostel

"…Built in the 1800’s, when Rathmines was known as Uppercross, Uppercross House was set in the location of well to do family residences and imposing business premises. This area is distinctive in it’

from €71.12

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DCU Rooms

Free Breakfast
Approx. 53 min walking time to Northside Dublin (4.4 km / 3 miles)
Party Hostel

"…General: 24 hour Reception. No curfew. Non smoking. Age Restriction: 18+ years only. The maximum period of stay is of 14 days." …"…If you are parking, follow the road right around and you will

from €50.89
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Harveys Guest House

Free Breakfast
Approx. 63 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.2 km / 3 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…Built in 1787 by Lord Mount Gardiner, our elegant Georgian townhouse has been completely renovated to offer modern facilities and comforts while still retaining as much of the building's original

from €75.45
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Parkway Guesthouse

Free Breakfast
Approx. 63 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.3 km / 3 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

"Great Dublin B&B - Very nice owners, clean, comfortable, free irish breakfast. All at a great price." …"…m to 10.00 am every morning for a fee. Cancellation policy. Bookings cancelled within 3 days

from €60.13
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Approx. 64 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.3 km / 3 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"Clifden House is a 200 year old 'listed' non smoking Georgian home with 15 ensuite rooms right in the heart of Dublin city centre, with free secure car parking for guests even after check-out. Our

from €39.95
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Approx. 65 min walking time to Northside Dublin (5.4 km / 3 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Walking distance to bus, rail, and luas line, Temple Bar and all amenities, 20 minutes by bus or taxi from the airport. Mid week specials from 70 euro for two in a private ensuite room including

from €75.60
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Approx. 104 min walking time to Northside Dublin (8.7 km / 5 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Just a 5-minute drive from Dublin Airport, Forty Four Main Street offers elegant guest rooms in the village of Swords, which dates back over 1,400 years. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, and play golf

from €68.92

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Approx. 56 min walking time to Northside Dublin (4.6 km / 3 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Five Lamps Suites Policies & Conditions: Cancellation policy: 72h before arrival. Check in from 16:00. Check out before 11:00. Reception: limited hours. Arrival must be pre-arranged

from €107.09
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Approx. 89 min walking time to Northside Dublin (7.4 km / 5 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…This property may pre-authorise your card before arrival. Taxes included. Breakfast not included. General: No curfew. Child friendly. Non smoking." …"From Dublin airport: Take the

from €103.73
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Approx. 97 min walking time to Northside Dublin (8.1 km / 5 miles)

"…No curfew No pets allowed. Children allowed: 2 to 17 years old. Non smoking." …"…From there, GHR is accessible by bus or taxi.​ By Car: Drive via the M1 and M50; the journey is approximately

from €130.48
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Why Stay in Northside Dublin

Choosing a hostel in Northside Dublin offers backpackers a unique perspective on Dublin. Known for its authentic, down-to-earth vibe, Northside Dublin combines history, character, and ease of access to the city's top attractions. With a local feel and fascinating landmarks like Croke Park and the historic Glasnevin Cemetery, Northside is an ideal spot for budget travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path Dublin experience.

Exploring Northside Dublin

Northside Dublin brims with historic sites, cultural landmarks, and charming neighborhoods. For those staying in a hostel in Northside Dublin, these locations are often within walking distance or a short bus ride away:

  • Croke Park: Known as the heart of Irish sport, this iconic stadium is a must-see, especially if you're in town during a Gaelic football or hurling match. The stadium also houses the GAA Museum, which provides fascinating insights into Ireland's traditional sports.
  • Glasnevin Cemetery: This historical cemetery is the final resting place of notable figures in Irish history, including Michael Collins and Eamon de Valera. The cemetery also offers guided tours, which are a fantastic way to delve into Ireland’s past.
  • The National Botanic Gardens: Just beside Glasnevin Cemetery, these lush gardens are free to enter and offer a tranquil escape. They’re especially beautiful in spring, but they provide a green haven any time of year.

Getting Around Northside Dublin

Northside Dublin provides convenient transport options for budget travelers, making it easy to explore the area and reach Dublin’s city center.

  • Dublin Bus: Multiple bus routes serve Northside, connecting it efficiently with the city center and other areas. Buses run frequently, and a leap card will help you save on fare costs.
  • Luas Red Line: A short ride on the Luas tram offers easy access to destinations across Dublin, including popular stops like Jervis and Heuston.
  • Bike Rentals: For those who prefer a more active exploration, Dublin’s bike-sharing scheme has several docking stations across Northside, allowing for flexible and eco-friendly travel.

Local Tips and Culture

Northside Dublin has a gritty charm that draws travelers who want a more authentic Dublin experience. Here are a few tips to enhance your stay:

  • Experience a Gaelic Game: Watching a match at Croke Park is a fantastic way to feel the energy and pride of Irish sports culture. Tickets are affordable and the atmosphere is unforgettable.
  • Enjoy a Pint at a Local Pub: Northside is home to some classic Irish pubs where locals gather. Check out spots like The Gravediggers near Glasnevin Cemetery, renowned for its Guinness and traditional ambiance.
  • Take a Walking Tour: Many walking tours include Northside’s historical sites, from Glasnevin Cemetery to the older parts of town. These tours provide insights that you wouldn’t find on your own.

Budget-Friendly Amenities in Northside Dublin

Northside Dublin offers plenty of budget-friendly amenities, making it an ideal choice for backpackers:

  • Affordable Eats: Local cafés and takeaway spots around Northside provide tasty meals at reasonable prices, perfect for travelers on a budget.
  • Hostels with Character: Staying in a hostel in Northside Dublin means finding accommodations that fit every budget, with options that allow you to meet fellow travelers while staying close to local landmarks.
  • Convenient Groceries: With stores like Tesco and Lidl nearby, you can stock up on essentials and save money by preparing your own meals.

Summary

A hostel in Northside Dublin places you in a district that’s rich in culture, history, and community spirit. With key sites like Croke Park, Glasnevin Cemetery, and the Botanic Gardens, Northside offers a memorable Dublin experience for backpackers who appreciate a genuine, local vibe. Combined with easy transportation options and budget-friendly amenities, Northside Dublin is an unmissable choice for travelers who want to see Dublin’s true colors.

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