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Garden Lane Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Guinness Storehouse

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Living area
Living area
Terrace/patio
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 6 ) | Shared kitchen
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 6 ) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Garden Lane, Dublin
  • Guinness Storehouse
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Dublin Castle
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Trinity College
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Dublin (DUB)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 8)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 8)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 8)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleep 4)

In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleep 4)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 0.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 4)

In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 4)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleep 6)

In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleep 6)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 6 )

In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 6 )

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Dublin

Garden Lane Backpackers puts you in the heart of Dublin, within just a 10-minute stroll of Dublinia and Guinness Storehouse. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a library. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this City Centre Dublin hostel include Dublin Castle and Grafton Street.
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What's nearby

  • Guinness Storehouse - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dublin Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Grafton Street - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Trinity College - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St. Stephen's Green - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Drumcondra Station - 5 min drive
  • Four Courts Station - 12 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fallon's Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dudley's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spitalfields - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Two Pups Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Soren & Son - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Garden Lane Backpackers

Hostel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Guinness Storehouse
Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Garden Lane Backpackers. Parking is available for a fee.

This Dublin hostel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Garden Lane Backpackers offers 11 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered parking on site (EUR 12 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20.00
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are recommended to download the property's MyKey from Walmek mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Towels fee: EUR 4 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
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 and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel Dublin
Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel
Garden Lane Backpackers Dublin
Garn Lane Backpackers Hostel
Garden Lane Backpackers Dublin
Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dublin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Garden Lane Backpackers?

Garden Lane Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Garden Lane Backpackers?

As of 29 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Lane Backpackers on 7 Apr 2025 start from AU$177.10, 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.

Is parking available at Garden Lane Backpackers?

Yep, Garden Lane Backpackers has a covered self car park for EUR 12 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Garden Lane Backpackers?

The closest beach to Garden Lane Backpackers is Portmarnock Beach (13.5 km).

Does Garden Lane Backpackers serve breakfast?

Sure does, free continental breakfast is on offer daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Garden Lane Backpackers?

No, Garden Lane Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Garden Lane Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Garden Lane Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Garden Lane Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 121 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nichola

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Great place to stay as a whole. But super warm everywhere and all the time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdifatah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect if you just need a place to stay and really want to explore outside. Walking distance to everything, up the block from Guinness factory, pleasant staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet neighborhood. Curtains around bed are good. Could use a bath mat in the bathroom. Safe. Bring a small padlock.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/C
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saskia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, accessible, friendly. I enjoy having 24 hour access to the kitchen and common areas. Roomy, comfy beds and convenient storage in the rooms. Fast elevator.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

jhonys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, quiet. The shared kitchen and living area was inviting. Good WiFi was appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable acommodation, free breakfast was an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Does the Job
Fair location and a comfortable bed. Bit of a wait for bathrooms but the facilities were fine. Two plugs at the beds was good but could do with a basket or shelf to organise what was being charged, put glasses in etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok - not great for parking
Great stay. Problem is using the car park. They say you should ring a number to get out (once you’ve paid) however when we were in a hurry to get out and called the number they had no recollection of a code to get out. Reception should just give the code out to people who pay for the car parking option
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place if you’re looking for somewhere quiet to stay. The surrounding area is very quaint and an awesome place to walk around. I felt safe as a female solo traveler. Public transportation is close by and the front desk was very nice and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little place to stay while visiting Dublin
Really enjoyed the place. Quiet neighbourhood. Not far from places to go and see. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
2 tiny shared bathrooms, 1 large handicap bathroom for 16 people. Storage cage under the bed was small and inconvenient. Building location was adequate, you had to walk about 20ish minutes to the city center for all the restaurants, attractions, shopping. Overall, was a little cramped and disliked the bathroom situation but would stay again. They did pretty well with their facility cleanliness.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Youa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not stay at this property because I could not find the property. The GPS directions were wrong. I tried calling the phone number that Expedia provided for the property and it was the wrong phone. There was NO address provided on the reservation confirmation. When I did a google search of the property name, I finally connected with the After Hours reception and received the property address. The location is in Dublin’s city centre in a neighborhood that only had street parking. I did not trust that the car rental would be safe parked in the street. Therefore, I ended up not staying at this property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My boyfriend and I had a lovely stay in our private room! It was exceptionally clean with towels, shampoo/conditioner, soap, water, and tea/coffee in the room. We had plenty of space and the staff was incredibly kind. There were plenty of clean bathrooms so we never had to wait in lines despite being shared. We only stayed one night, but would have stayed more if we were in town longer!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dovydas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The proximity of the property to downtown Dublin is unbeatable. Being located between the Guinness Storehouse and the Temple Bar made walking a breeze. The parking was extremely secure and I felt comfortable leaving my rental car. My only issue was exiting the locked car park early in the morning. I was given a number to call if I left before 10am to open the gate. They were helpful, but it still took ~20 minutes before I could get out of the car park.

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Staff & service
Everything was fine for a one night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, friendly staff and fellow hotel users, would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024