Loved the location of this hostel, near to all sights, theatres and amenities. The staff are amazing! Friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable, they honestly made my stay. The hostel itself was clean and comfortable, the housekeepers do a great job. Price-wise it was more than reasonable too. A gem of a hostel in the heart of Dublin, can definitely recommend.
About this stay
The Dawson Hotel, in County Dublin, is a 4-star hotel. Guests have a bar. Guests rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 417 reviews.
For food and drink, The Dawson Hotel has a bar and lounge.
Rooms at The Dawson Hotel have free wi-fi, air conditioning, a safe and a tv. Services include a 24-hour front desk, express check-in, housekeeping, laundry service and a lift.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Air conditioning
- Bar and lounge
- Express check-in
- Free Wi-Fi
- Housekeeping
- Laundry service
- Lift
- Luggage storage
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safe
- TV
Location and getting there
The Dawson Hotel is at 35-36 Dawson Street, Dublin. It is about 9.6 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport.
Getting around from The Dawson Hotel: buses, the DART coastal rail line and the Luas trams cover much of Dublin; check current routes for this address.
The closest other places to stay near The Dawson Hotel are Central Dublin 1 Bedroom Apartment (next door), Molesworth Court Suites (100 m) and Tranquil 2Br Suite Apt In Dublin 2 (150 m). Comparing them on the booking page shows which has rooms for your dates.
Dublin has 1,087 places to stay on this site: 406 hotels, 48 B&Bs and guesthouses, 542 self-catering stays, 28 hostels and 63 other places to stay. The best rated of the others are Staycity Aparthotels Dublin City Quay (4.8 from 2,733 reviews) and Staycity Aparthotels Dublin City Centre (4.7 from 2,662 reviews). Comparing them with The Dawson Hotel on the booking page is the quickest way to see what is free on your dates.
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Places covered on this site within reach of The Dawson Hotel, measured in a straight line; roads wind, so allow more time than the distance suggests.
- The Book of Kells and the Long Room (0.5 km): A ninth-century gospel book and the old library of Trinity College Dublin.
- Temple Bar (0.7 km): Cobbled streets on the south bank of the Liffey, with music most nights.
- The Ha'penny Bridge (0.7 km): A cast-iron footbridge over the Liffey, opened in 1816.
- Dublin City (1.1 km): Georgian squares, Trinity College and pubs along the Liffey quays.
Guest reviews
The Dawson Hotel averages 3.6 out of 5 across 417 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
This hostel has a great location, close to everything, and the staff is really friendly, but that's about it. The security is lacking, especially in the 20-bed dorms where you're surrounded by strange men, which makes the atmosphere pretty uncomfortable. For example, one of the older men shaved his beard, and all of his hair ended up scattered all over the floor, which was really unpleasant. Also, the smell in the rooms is unbearable, and there's no ventilation, making the air stale and suffocating. This is definitely not a youth hostel, the vibe is dull and not very social. The kitchen is in a deplorable state, and cleanliness is lacking. Additionally, the staff was very intrusive,…
I have stayed in three Hostels in Dublin. This is by far the worst one. It is in an excellent location, but dont let that trick you. There is no breakfast. I went to microwave some soup but a party was hoarding all of the bowls to hold snacks. Steep stairs, and you will have to climb at minimum one flight of them. The room smelled like a stale fart and mildew even with no one in it. The carpets are all horribly stained. The bathroom light randomly does not work. I could go on but it's overwhelmingly a negative experience being here. I'd rather have slept under a bus stop than spent the money on this place.
Good to know
- Families: no family facilities are mentioned; ask about cots and extra beds.
- Accessibility: wheelchair access is not mentioned; contact the property if it matters.
- Wi-fi: free wi-fi.
- Parking: none mentioned, so check before arriving by car.
- Pets: ask before bringing a pet.
Before you book The Dawson Hotel, check what the rate includes and the cancellation terms for your dates. The booking page on app.impt.io shows the live rate and inclusions for your exact party.
About staying in Dublin
The Dawson Hotel is one of 1,199 places to stay in Dublin on this site, 455 of them hotels. By guest score weighted for the number of reviews, it ranks 207 of the 234 rated stays there. The average guest score across them is 4.2 out of 5.
Dublin in one line: Georgian squares, Trinity College and pubs along the Liffey quays.
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Questions about The Dawson Hotel
Where is The Dawson Hotel?
The Dawson Hotel is in County Dublin, about 9.6 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. The closest other place to stay on this site is Central Dublin 1 Bedroom Apartment (next door).
What type of stay is The Dawson Hotel?
The Dawson Hotel is a 4-star hotel.
What do guests say about The Dawson Hotel?
Guests rate The Dawson Hotel 3.6 out of 5 across 417 reviews. 3 reviews are quoted on this page.
What facilities does The Dawson Hotel have?
The Dawson Hotel offers wi-fi, among 12 facilities in all.
How far is The Dawson Hotel from the airport?
The Dawson Hotel is about 9.6 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. Road distances are longer.
Does The Dawson Hotel have parking?
No parking is mentioned for The Dawson Hotel; ask the property before arriving by car.
Is The Dawson Hotel suitable for families with children?
No family facilities such as family rooms, cots or a playground are mentioned for The Dawson Hotel. Ask the property about children's ages and beds before booking.
How do I check availability at The Dawson Hotel?
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