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Kinlay House Hostel

2.0 star property
Victorian hostel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Hallway
Property amenity
Reception
Billiards

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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2-12 Lord Edward St, Temple Bar, Dublin
  • Place, Dublin Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Trinity College
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Stephen's Green
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm En Suite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm En Suite

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Dublin

Located in City Centre Dublin, Kinlay House Hostel is adjacent to Dublin Castle and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Trinity College. This 37-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a computer station.
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What's nearby

  • Dublin Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grafton Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Trinity College - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St. Stephen's Green - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Guinness Storehouse - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Four Courts Station - 6 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zaytoon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Beer Temple - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪FXB Bull and Castle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪STREET 66 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lundy Foots - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kinlay House Hostel

Victorian hostel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
A local mainstay since 1920, Kinlay House Hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and a library. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a convenience store, and a vending machine.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1920
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Kinlay
Kinlay Hostel
Kinlay House
Kinlay House Dublin
Kinlay House Hostel
Kinlay House Hostel Dublin
Kinlay House Hostel Dublin
Kinlay House Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kinlay House Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dublin

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kinlay House Hostel?

Kinlay House Hostel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Kinlay House Hostel?

This hostel is situated in City Centre Dublin, just steps from Dublin Castle, and within a 10-minute walk of St. Patrick's Cathedral and Dublin Tourism Centre. You'll also find St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Kinlay House Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does Kinlay House Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, Kinlay House Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kinlay House Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Kinlay House Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and a library plus some rooms include city views.

Does Kinlay House Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Kinlay House Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Kinlay House Hostel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Kinlay House Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kinlay House Hostel.

Does Kinlay House Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Kinlay House Hostel?

The closest major airport to Kinlay House Hostel is Dublin Airport (DUB), which is 15.8 mi away (33 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kinlay House Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Kinlay House Hostel.

Kinlay House Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 125 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Billy

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotels.com disastrous customer service.

Utter disaster. Arrived at hostel to be told that it was under renovation and no room was available. Simply not good enough from the hostel and Hotels.com.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The light in the bathroom didn't work. It was very loud: the bar in the alley behind our room would throw out beer bottles at all hours of the evening and in the morning. Could hear everything through the thin walls. It's definitely a hostel level experience. Not horrible, but not enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Dennis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I got some sleep at least

The service was generally acceptable, front desk were there and receptive. The room I was staying out however, smelled of sewage and was very unpleasant and barely cleaned. Plus my bed was not near a charger at all so I had to charge on a shelf, and climb down my bed and run to the alarm when it rung. The luggage storage was a pain because you had to look all around the building, outside to an alley, and back into another building. The luggage storage definitely needed to be cleaned and aired out, all I smelled was a high school gym locker. The shower and restrooms could've also used a bit of cleaning as well
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Sean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Nanbb

Very small nosy toilet sharer
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was ideal, so close to the sights and entertainment. It was great that there is a big kitchen for everyone to use. The facility doesn’t seem to be updated in decades though. I would have liked a little shelf, light and outlet at my top bunk which tends to be standard at other less expensive hotels around Europe. Also, the facility would be improved if the mold smell in the bathrooms could somehow be dealt with.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations are Spartan but quite adequate and very reasonably priced. The staff is friendly, helpful and efficient. The area is in the heart of Dublin easy to get everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robbie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Declan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last resort

It was my second time staying here and that is down to the extortion by hotels in these times. I checked in on line thinking it be just to collect key card when I arrived but the process took 10 mins. Had to climb 3 flights of stairs to get to my 8 bed dormitory when it had a fowl smell and evidence of condensation on the walls. The bed was the only clean place, everywhere else had dust cobwebs all around.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Miss Lowri

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great stay, shame about cleanliness of ensuite.

Bathrooms need attention, paricularly the ensuite in shared dorms, main bathrooms seemed better - not what you'd expect. No toilet roll, dirty, no bin so someone left ised contacts and sanitary pad in the bathroom on the side. Not a pleasant experience. Other than the ensuite being grim, this hostel was great. Staff on reception were polite and helpful. Able to store bags in lockers if early or need to store bags after check out - super helpful. Shared spaces to relax and a friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Richard

As a budget hostel in high priced Dublin, it meets expectations. A 2-4 bed room with en-suite bath/shower would meet my needs, but only if price is paramount. Beds were well made. The ventilation for rooms leaves a lot to be desired. Management should consider an air freshener, and even better, air handling. Finding your way to a room is much easier because of guidelines painted on the floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great shower, but room was warm in spite of the outside being cold. The downstairs restaurant was excellent but was also source of late night noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Kristina

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Filthy and unkempt.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Francis

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Location is excellent and staff helpful. A bit noisy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Kaisa

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful! Herrendous! Felt like jail. Showers broken, mold in toilets. We couldnt stay... so we paid 187e for 5h luggage keep. But leaving was the best practise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were helpful and friendly. Unfortunate the heating in the room didnt work, so with it being December it was very cold
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Una F

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't suit the occasion.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jaime Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good enough for one night, but the room was really small

6/10 Okay

Not Provided

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Security is overdone, but there is a lot of talk of things going missing. Room was great for sleeping,there was a table and chair, no wardrobe, just 5 /6 hooks, 4 bunks. Spiders webs in the plumbing inches from my pillow.