The Central HotelvsAvalon House
Both The Central Hotel and Avalon House are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, Avalon House scores slightly higher than The Central Hotel. Avalon House has a TripExpert Score of 79 with accolades from 6 publications including Frommer's, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
The Central Hotel
Insight Guides
Fodor's
Time Out
Oyster
Lonely Planet
1-5 Exchequer Street, Dublin 2
From $87/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Meeting Rooms
Insight Guides "Has more character than some of Dublin’s bigger, pricier places, with the first-floor Library Bar a popular spot with literary types. Situated close to Grafton Street. ."
Fodor's "Every city center needs its little oasis, and the Central's book-and-armchair-filled Library Bar—warmed by a Victorian fireplace—nicely fits the bill." Full review
Time Out "This comfortable, 187-year-old hotel is unique in that it's a prime piece of real estate (right off Dame Street near Temple Bar) that the designers haven't yet got their hands on." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"Dating back to the 19th century, the mid-range Central Hotel has become a local landmark." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The rooms are a modern – if miniaturised – version of Edwardian luxury." Full review
Avalon House
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness Time Out Oyster
EuroCheapo Lonely Planet
55 Aungier St, Dublin 2
From $13/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Breakfast included
Frommer's "This warm and friendly hostel in a beautiful old redbrick building is a not-so-well-kept secret among those who travel to Dublin on a budget." Full review
DK Eyewitness "One of the longest established hostels in the city, the centrally located Avalon House provides cheap and cheerful accommodations in a restored redbrick Victorian building."
Time Out "A firm favourite among Dublin's budget travellers, this pleasantly warm and cheery guesthouse occupies a lovely old red-brick building." Full review
OysterBudget
"The 72-room Avalon House, one of the oldest hostels in Dublin, is a lively budget property that's within walking distance of many tourist attractions." Full review
EuroCheapo "Far enough from the Dublin pub action to be a decent choice for the quieter hostel lover." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"One of the city's most popular hostels... a good spot of meet-the-backpacker lounging." Full review
