Located close to Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Dublin Castle, Generator Dublin provides a nightclub, a corner/local shop and concerts and live shows. The on-site restaurant, Generator Food, offers breakfast, brunch and lunch. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in City Centre Dublin, a neighbourhood in Dublin, Generator Dublin is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Guinness Storehouse and 3Arena are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Dublin Castle. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Croke Park or Aviva Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Dublin travel guide
Family-friendly hostel near Jameson Distillery Bow St.
Located close to Dublin Castle and Guinness Storehouse, Generator Dublin provides a nightclub, a corner/local shop and concerts and live shows. The on-site restaurant, Generator Food, offers breakfast, brunch and lunch. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike parking and evening entertainment
Games, coffee/tea in reception and multilingual staff
A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 109 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
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
Restaurants on site
Generator Food
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
Foosball table
Games
Nightclub
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessibility
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1 building
5 floors
Art Deco architecture
Built in 2011
Double-glazed windows
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
Non-plastic drinking straws available
Reception hall
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Some LED lighting used
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shower
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Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
Iron/ironing board on request
LED lighting
Shared accommodation
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 34 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from 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)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property caters to guests ages 18 and over.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property class
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Generator Dublin pet-friendly?
Yes, this hostel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee 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.
How much does it cost to stay at Generator Dublin?
As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator Dublin on 31 Aug 2026 start from Rp2.332.013, 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.
How much is parking at Generator Dublin?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Generator Dublin?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Generator Dublin?
Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Generator Dublin located?
This family-friendly Dublin hostel is located in the entertainment district, within a 15-minute walk of Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Guinness Storehouse. Dublin Castle and Trinity College are also within 1 mi (2 km). Smithfield Station is only a 2-minute walk and Four Courts Station is 6 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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