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Generator Dublin

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Social city stay in Smithfield Square

Generator Dublin puts travelers right on Smithfield Square in Dublin city center, in the trendy riverside Smithfield neighborhood known for markets, distillery tours, and pubs. Inside, laid-back industrial communal spaces set the scene for easy hangouts, with an on-site café and bar for meals, snacks, and cocktails. It is also a handy base, about a 10-minute walk from Dublin’s main city center.

  • Next-door distillery access

    Step out to the Jameson Distillery Bow St. right next door for tours and tastings.

  • Dining that runs all day

    An industrial chic café-bar moves from breakfast to pizza to evening cocktails.

  • Skyview Tower climbs

    Take on 259 steps for 360-degree panoramic views over Dublin from the platform.

Amenities

  • One-minute walk to Smithfield Luas stop
  • 24-hour lobby café for coffee and light meals
  • Generator Bar cocktails with local ingredients
  • Seven-night social calendar with games and DJ nights
  • Shuffleboard bar with pool, darts, and TVs
  • Cinema room for movie nights and events
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with red curtains.

Deluxe Twin

  • City view
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with two drawers, a wooden floor, and a blue door in the background.

Private 4 Bed Room

  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with wooden flooring and a window with sheer curtains.

Bed in Small Dorm Enusite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with wooden flooring and a window with sheer curtains.

Private Room with 6 bed Ensuite

  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A train compartment with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a window with curtains.

Bed in Mixed Dorm Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a bunk bed, and a headboard with a wall-mounted light.

Family Room for 4

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with two drawers, a wooden floor, and a blue door in the background.

Bed in 4 bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with four numbered beds and storage drawers.

Private 5-bed Room - Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with two levels, each marked with a number. There is a desk and chair to the right, and a mirror on the wall.

Private 6-bed Female Room

  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory-style room with bunk beds numbered 2 to 8, wooden flooring, and built-in storage drawers.

Private 8-bed Room

  • City view
  • 224 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A train compartment with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a window with curtains.

Private 10-bed Room

  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with bunk beds, a round table with a plant, and leather chairs.

Bed in Female Dorm Ensuite

  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with red curtains.

Deluxe King

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A small, neatly arranged bedroom with a single bed, a desk, and shelves with books and decorative items.

Single room with Shared bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with two drawers, a wooden floor, and a blue door in the background.

4-bed Private Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with wooden flooring and a window with sheer curtains.

Private 6-bed Room - Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 176 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private 8-bed Room - Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a small stool.

Private 8-bed Room - Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 221 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in Mixed Dorm - Ensuite

A dormitory-style room with bunk beds numbered 2 to 8, wooden flooring, and built-in storage drawers.

Bed in Mixed Dorm - Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with red curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

1 bed in 6 bed mixed dormitory Ensuite (1 Twin Bunk Bed)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 6

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in City Centre Dublin, a neighborhood 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 game? 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
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Smithfield Square, Smithfield, Dublin, Dublin, 7

What's nearby

  • The Old Jameson Distillery entrance with wooden doors and a brick wall backdrop.
    Jameson Distillery Bow St.
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A large industrial structure with multiple levels and staircases.
    Guinness Storehouse
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A historic building with a clock tower and a statue.
    Dublin Castle
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A large historic building with a prominent tower and a central archway.
    Trinity College
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A street with flower boxes, a musician, and pedestrians.
    Grafton Street
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Smithfield Station
    2 min walk
  • Dublin Drumcondra Station
    3 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • JJ's Bar
    1 min walk
  • Proper Order Coffee Co.
    3 min walk
  • The Reserve Bar
    1 min walk
  • Walsh's Pub
    5 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    2 min walk

About this property

Generator Dublin

  • Family-friendly hostel near Jameson Distillery Bow St.
  • Located close to Dublin Castle and Guinness Storehouse, Generator Dublin provides a nightclub, a grocery/convenience store, 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/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hostel include:
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bicycle parking, and evening entertainment
    • Games, coffee/tea in the lobby, and multilingual staff
    • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 109 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • LED light bulbs and daily housekeeping

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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

  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized 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

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Shared accommodations

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 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 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: 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 elevators
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 rating system.

Frequently asked questions

Is Generator Dublin pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs 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 Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Generator Dublin on Aug 24, 2026 start from $129, including 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?

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?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out 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 select 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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