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Budget & Social
Generator Dublin Hostel
Dublin
Design-led budget stay in Smithfield with a buzzing bar, free Wi-Fi and a 5-minute walk to the Jameson Distillery.
Cheap and budget hotels · City of Dublin · Ireland
We reviewed 108 hotels in Dublin and picked the 50 best-rated for value, so you can find a great deal without compromising on location or comfort.
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Budget & Social
Dublin
Design-led budget stay in Smithfield with a buzzing bar, free Wi-Fi and a 5-minute walk to the Jameson Distillery.
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Guest favourite
Dublin
A consistently well-rated 3-star just off O'Connell Street, with guests praising the staff, breakfast, and location.
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Central & Social
Dublin Hostel
Modern, social hostel in central Dublin with private rooms and dorms, free Wi-Fi, and a lively bar.
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Central & Lively
Dublin
A well-rated hotel in the heart of Temple Bar, praised for its unbeatable location and friendly staff.
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Central & Social
Dublin Hostel
Right in the heart of Dublin, this sociable hostel offers a range of rooms and great communal spaces.
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Central & Practical
Dublin
Central Dublin hotel with 24-hour reception, tea/coffee in every room, and a location across from Busaras.
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Budget Stay
Dublin
A well-rated, budget-friendly hostel with pod beds and a central location steps from Connolly Station.
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Central & Lively
Dublin
A central Dublin stay with a lively bar, nightclub, and easy tram access.
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Central & Characterful
Dublin
Old-world charm and a central address near Grafton Street, with a restaurant and bar on site.
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Central & reliable
A stylish base on O'Connell Street with a 9/10 location rating and breakfast that guests call fabulous.
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Temple Bar Stay
Dublin
Stay above a lively pub in the heart of Temple Bar, with comfortable rooms and easy access to Dublin's top attractions.
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City Centre Live Music
Dublin
Central Dublin stay with live music and a warm, family atmosphere, just minutes from the river.
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Guest favorite
Dublin
A well-rated 3-star in Dublin's Docklands with strong scores for staff and rooms.
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Central & modern
Dublin
Central Dublin base with reliable Wi-Fi and a 24-hour desk, a short walk from the Jameson Distillery.
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Central & Well-Rated
Dublin
A central Dublin stay with a standout breakfast and a location that puts you steps from the action.
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Central Dublin
Dublin
Central Dublin stay with soundproofed rooms and a warm welcome – steps from Saint Stephen's Green.
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Central & Family-Friendly
Dublin Inn
Central Dublin guesthouse with river views and family rooms, a short walk from downtown.
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Central & well-rated
Dublin
Central Dublin stay with high guest ratings for staff and comfort, five minutes' walk from the GPO.
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Central & Trendy
Dublin
A stylish, central Dublin stay close to shopping and the airport bus line, with a lively lobby bar and comfy rooms.
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Central & Adults-Only
Dublin
A central, adults-only Dublin hotel with city views and a 7.1 guest rating – a solid base for a short city break.
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Central & lively
Dublin
A reliable 3-star base with an excellent location near Temple Bar, a lively bar with live music, and well-priced rooms.
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Social & clean
Dublin Hostel
A clean, social hostel with free breakfast, 24-hour reception, and private rooms—a short walk from O'Connell Street.
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Central & Modern
Dublin
Modern rooms, a summer terrace, and a central location in Dublin—plus a 24-hour reception and good guest ratings.
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Central & Lively
Dublin Hostel
A lively, central Dublin hostel with a strong guest rating and a pub with Irish music around the corner, from £26 per night.
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Adults Only
Dublin
A well-priced, adults-only base in Temple Bar with friendly staff and a central location.
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Near station
Dublin
A well-priced stay steps from Heuston Station and Phoenix Park, with easy tram access to Dublin’s center.
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Riverfront value
Dublin Hostel
Central Dublin hostel on the Liffey quays with free breakfast, dorms and private rooms, and a 9.0 staff rating.
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Practical base
Dublin
A no-fuss Rathmines base with quick bus links into central Dublin and a 24-hour reception.
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Central & lively
Dublin
Central Temple Bar hotel with lively bar and easy access to Dublin's top sights.
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Central & budget-friendly
Dublin Hostel
Highly rated for its central location and friendly staff, this budget hostel offers dorms and private rooms just a short walk from Dublin's top sights.
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Central & Lively
Dublin
Central Dublin base with a lively bar downstairs and a night club below—bring earplugs for a quieter sleep.
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Central & Well-Rated
Dublin
A well-rated 2-star stay in Dublin's Saint Stephen's Green district, praised for its central location and friendly staff.
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Central & Charming
Dublin Guest house
A friendly Georgian guesthouse with exceptionally comfortable beds and a central location.
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Budget Stay
Dublin Bed & Breakfast
Simple, clean rooms right by the GPO — a solid budget base for exploring Dublin on foot.
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Central & Budget-Friendly
Dublin
A budget-friendly stay in Dublin's city centre, with easy access to the Guinness Storehouse and a tram station.
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Central & Lively
Dublin Guest house
Central Temple Bar stay above a lively pub, with modern rooms and a welcoming bar.
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Pub Stay
Dublin Guest house
Sleep above a lively Victorian pub, a short walk from Temple Bar and Dublin Castle.
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Budget-Friendly
Dublin Aparthotel
A clean, budget-friendly aparthotel with shared kitchens and a tram stop right outside — ideal for easy city access.
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Ballsbridge Stay
Dublin
A 3-star in Ballsbridge with a 9.0 guest rating, praised for its staff and rooms.
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Central & basic
Dublin
Right on Parnell Street, a short walk from O'Connell Street, with clean rooms and a 24-hour desk.
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Highly Rated
Dublin
A Dublin hotel with strong service and room comfort, just a short walk from Living Space.
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Central & Lively
Dublin
Sleep in the middle of Temple Bar's energy, with free Wi-Fi and a lively bar downstairs.
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Budget Stay
Dublin Hostel
A clean, social hostel with free breakfast and a prime location near Vicar Street.
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Historic area
Dublin Guest house
A guest house in a historic Dublin area, with a garden, lounge, and highly rated location.
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Central & Budget
Dublin Hostel
Stay right in the heart of Dublin, steps from Temple Bar and the city's top sights, with friendly staff and free breakfast.
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City Centre
Dublin
A well-placed Dublin base near O'Connell Street, praised for its location and helpful staff.
Dublin
A Georgian townhouse with top-rated staff and rooms, just a short walk from Trinity College and Grafton Street.
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Friendly & Convenient
Dublin
A comfortable, quirky base near the botanic gardens with friendly staff and easy access to the city centre and airport.
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Central & Quiet
Dublin
A central Temple Bar address with easy access to Dublin Castle and the riverside, in a quiet spot away from the noise.
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Central & lively
Dublin
A central Temple Bar address with modern rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a buzzy bar.
Map & live prices by our partner
The search for cheap hotels in Dublin is really about finding the right trade-off between price and location. The city centre offers a wide choice of budget-friendly options, mostly 3-star properties, with many clustered around O'Connell Street and Temple Bar. Rooms can be found for as little as €56 at the Harcourt Hotel, while the highly-rated Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre, with an 8.8 rating, offers a comfortable base from €139. For a more classic Stay, the Wynn's Hotel, rated 8.6, starts at €73 and is just a five-minute walk from the GPO.
Staying in the heart of Dublin's city centre means you're steps from the action on Grafton Street and Temple Bar. This area offers the widest selection of budget hotels, from the lively Temple Bar Inn to the modern Point A Hotel on Parnell Street. Prices here range from around €68 at the Russell Court Hotel to €172 at Point A, but you're paying for the convenience of having attractions, restaurants, and nightlife right on your doorstep. For those wanting to be near the city's cultural quarter, the Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge, at €69, combines a central location with live music.
While apartments are less common in the budget category, they are an option if you're looking for more space or the ability to cook. The search for 'cheap apartments dublin' is often about finding a self-catering base for a longer stay. In the central area, options like House Bedrooms Dublin offer a more independent stay, but they are more akin to hotel rooms. For true apartment-style accommodation, you'll often find better value in the suburbs like Rathmines, where the Travelodge provides a no-fuss base with quick bus links into the centre.
If you want a cheap apartment to rent in Dublin city centre, you'll be looking at a premium for the location. These are less common than hotels and often come with a higher price tag. The 2-star House Bedrooms Dublin, located in the Saint Stephen's Green district, is a well-rated central option, with rates from €73. For a more traditional apartment feel, you might need to look just outside the very core, where prices for a night can be similar to a central hotel room, but you gain a kitchen and more space.
For match days or concerts, staying near Croke Park is essential. The area north of the River Liffey offers several budget-friendly hotels, with the Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge being a central option just a short walk away. The Academy Plaza Hotel, rated 8.5, is another good choice, located just off O'Connell Street and within easy reach of the stadium. The Beresford Hotel, across from Busaras, is also convenient for public transport connections to the ground. Expect to pay in the range of €69 to €147 for these properties.
If you're heading to the Aviva Stadium in Ballsbridge, you'll want a hotel on the south side of the city. The Roxford Lodge Hotel, a 3-star in Ballsbridge with a 9.0 guest rating, offers a comfortable stay from €125, and it's a short walk to the stadium. Another option is the Travelodge Dublin City Rathmines, which is a bit further but provides easy bus links and rates from €35. Staying near the stadium means you're also close to the leafy suburbs of Ballsbridge and Donnybrook, offering a quieter stay than the city centre.
The 3Arena sits on the north side of the River Liffey, and the best budget options are within a 15-20 minute walk or a short tram ride. The Point A Hotel Dublin Parnell Street is a great choice, offering modern rooms from €172 and easy access to the Luas. For a more economical stay, the Premier Inn Dublin City North Docklands is located in the Docklands and is a short stroll from the arena, with rates from €80. These central options mean you can walk to the concert and avoid the post-event transport scramble.
Temple Bar is Dublin's most vibrant and touristy district, known for its pubs, street performers, and cobblestone streets. Budget hotels here are lively and popular, so booking ahead is key. The Temple Bar Inn, rated 8.6, offers a central location starting at €128, while The Auld Dubliner provides a quintessential experience by staying above a traditional pub, from €93. If you prefer a slightly quieter evening, the Harding Hotel, located just next to Temple Bar, has a lively bar and live music but is a bit more removed from the main drag.
The typical price for a budget hotel in Dublin is around €96 per night, but you can find rooms for as little as €27, especially if you book early or stay further from the centre. Most of the budget options on this page range between €70 and €140.
For a first visit, staying in the city centre, particularly around Temple Bar or O'Connell Street, is unbeatable for convenience. You'll be within walking distance of most major attractions, and there are many budget hotels to choose from.
The quickest way is the Aircoach, which runs 24/7 and drops off at several points in the city centre, including near O'Connell Street. The area around O'Connell Street and the Docklands is well-served by the service, making it easy to reach hotels like the Moxy or the Premier Inn.
Yes, especially for weekends, bank holidays, and during big events at venues like the 3Arena or Croke Park. Costs are typically lower and availability better when you book 3-6 months ahead, and you'll have a wider choice of central locations.
Most of the budget hotels listed are in the city centre, which is generally very walkable, but it gets busy at night, especially around Temple Bar. Stick to main streets like O'Connell Street and Grafton Street, and it's a safe and vibrant area even late.
Dublin is a compact capital, and its budget hotels mirror that: most are clustered around the city centre, with O'Connell Street, Temple Bar, and Saint Stephen's Green all well represented. You'll find a mix of familiar names like Travelodge and Premier Inn alongside independent properties, many in converted Georgian buildings. For around €70–€96 a night, you can often secure a central base within walking distance of the main sights, while the cheapest rooms, from about €27, tend to be in the suburbs or slightly further out.
What distinguishes the budget scene here is the range: you can stay above a lively pub in Temple Bar, in a quiet guesthouse near the National Concert Hall, or in a modern chain hotel by the Docklands. The trade-offs are usually size and frills rather than location—many budget options are within a 15-minute walk of Grafton Street. While most are 3-star, a handful of 2-star and 1-star properties offer even leaner rates, and the overall guest satisfaction is strong, with an average rating of 8.3.
This selection is ideal for travellers who prioritise a central location and a good price over extra amenities, with a huge choice of 3-star hotels and guesthouses near the main sights. If you need specific features like parking, family-friendly rooms, or a particular style like a romantic or business hotel, check the dedicated pages for those. For a broader view of options including 4-star properties, explore the main Hotels in Dublin page, or see the Central hotels in Dublin page if being in the thick of the action is your priority.