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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
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 6 ) | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 6 ) | Terrace/patio
Floor plan

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 8) | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Sleep 8)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleep 4)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq ft
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • 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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 194 sq ft
  • 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 )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Located in Dublin, Garden Lane Backpackers is in the city centre. Dublinia and Guinness Storehouse are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grafton Street and O'Connell Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Aviva Stadium.
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Garden Lane, Dublin

What's nearby

  • Guinness Storehouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dublin Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grafton Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • St. Stephen's Green - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Trinity College - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪SPACE JARU - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dudley's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thomas House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spitalfields - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Variety Jones - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Garden Lane Backpackers

Hostel near Guinness Storehouse
Located close to Dublinia and Dublin Castle, Garden Lane Backpackers provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
  • A lift, coffee/tea in reception and a computer station
Room features
All guest rooms at Garden Lane Backpackers offer amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with rainfall showers and hairdryers
  • Communal kitchens, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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

More

  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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

Pets not 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 at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Towels fee: EUR 4 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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.

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

Is Garden Lane Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Garden Lane Backpackers?

Self-parking is available for EUR 12 per day.

What time is check-in at Garden Lane Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 20.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Garden Lane Backpackers?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Garden Lane Backpackers located?

Located in City Centre Dublin, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Dublinia and Guinness Storehouse. St. Stephen's Green and Dublin Castle are also within 15 minutes. Four Courts Station is 12 minutes by foot and Smithfield Station is 12 minutes.

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Garden Lane Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 137 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel had everything plus free coffee and tea all day.
Plug inside and light
Awesome kitchen
Place to stash your food.
Clean private bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great backpackers vibe, clean kitchen and showers, not over busy but plenty of friendly faces. Rooms secure and decent beds. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were only 2 working bathrooms on a floor with 4 dorm rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Van Anh

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
We booked a private room but had no electricity for 2/3 of our stay. It was only the two private rooms on our floor that didn’t had electricity and while the stuff was nice, no one felt responsible for this. We had to email the management and wanted to get a partial refund but still haven’t received an answer. The location was central and rooms okay but not really helping having a private room when you’re always have to go out of the room and find an outlet with power to charge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a main motivating factor for staying here. The bathrooms and kitchens are cleaned often. The beds have a decent privacy curtain and the matress was really comfortable. Overall the place felt very secure. I was disapointed in breakfast and coffee options but its not a deal breaker. I would likely not stay here again because some of the other guests were at times not considerate in the sleeping area. Messy dishes getting left for several days and loud conversations or stumbling in while other are trying to sleep. I think managent did a decent job communicating expectations but thats the deal soemtimes with staying in shared spaces. I finished my trip in student housing that cost more but provided some privacy i was ready for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nichola

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

8/10 Good

Maribel C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to everything. I would stay again because of that. Bring your own towel unless you want to pay 5 euros for a towel. Breakfast is simple everyday. It could of been better though. Cereal, apple, banana, toast, oranges, juice and coffee everyday. Nothing special.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

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

Chris

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

8/10 Good

Anna

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

8/10 Good

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was clean and the bed was so comfortable ( better than most places I have stayed). There was only 3 washrooms with showers on each floor for many ppl, so a bit of wait. The hostel seem like more a long term stay, so there were no activities, the staff were nice but didn't help with recommendations in area. The common area was small and limit seatings so not inviting. Couple of recommendations: add more chairs in rooms as you can't sit on lower bunk ( to short), a shelf in the bathroom would be helpful ( instead of having to put your stuff on the toliet or floor). Above, I like location ( cool neighborhood), its on the outside of "tourist area" which had cool bars, supermarket, and walkable to pretty much everywhere. If you like quiet, and a nice place to sleep, this is the place for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

TARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the bed curtains and all day free breakfast. Very nice staff as well
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
The rooms were fine, but they have not enough bathrooms per floor, I often needed to wait or search for another one on the other floors. The kitchen/seating areas would be fine in general, but too small for the amount of people, so it felt stressful finding a place to sit or eat. But the laundry facilities are good and clean and the price is fair.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ardavan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to center, a little over 1 mile to bus station, friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

quiet location and convenient access to city cente

I had a great experience! It is a close walk to the city center and had a nice lounge. The neighborhood is quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a hidden gem. Close to a lot of walking tours and bars. One of the cleanest hostels ever. Their breakfast is basic but still good and it’s free.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely recommend

Very impressed. Was great value and just a short walk from the city centre. We had a private twin room (bunk bed) and it was well equipped and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate the accommodation for My very late check-in :) Everything was great! And I love that it was a nice walk to Temple Bar and Dublin Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Pi-Che

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostel employees are very friendly and professional. However, the quality of the accommodation is really bad, from the bedroom to the restroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023