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The Clarence vs Isaacs Hostel
The Clarence and Isaacs Hostel are both praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Clarence is preferred by most professionals compared to Isaacs Hostel. The Clarence is ranked #8 in Dublin with praise from 12 sources including Frommer's, Fodor's and Star Service.
The Clarence
Michelin Guide
Concierge
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
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6-8 Wellington Quay, Dublin 2
From $154 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Attractive riverside hotel... Stylish and well-run."
Concierge
"Unforgivably at these rates, service can falter, veering madly from friendly-polite all the way down to rude."
Insight Guides
"City-centre, riverside location, backing onto Temple Bar. The Art Deco interior has been lovingly restored by new owners (who include U2)."
Lonely Planet
"A handsome boutique hotel designed to reflect the aesthetic of a 1930s gentlemen's club."
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Travel + Leisure
"The hotel's owners include Bono and The Edge of the band U2. This Arts and Crafts hotel was restored by the singer and the guitarist and reopened in 1992."
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Isaacs Hostel
Time Out
Let's Go
Oyster
EuroCheapo
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2 - 5 Frenchman's Lane, Dublin 1
From $40 /night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
Time Out
"This is the aristocrat of Dublin's hostels. ... It has the usual mix of bunk beds, lockers and TV rooms, but adds a heady cocktail of extras like...a restaurant and an attractive (free) sauna."
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Let's Go
"There seem to be a million hostels near Gardiner Street, but this is the one that you want to stay at."
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Oyster
Budget
"Isaacs Hostel is a two-pearl property housed in a converted 19th-century wine vault that's within walking distance of many popular Dublin sites and is well serviced by public transportation."
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EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"From the street, the Isaacs Hostel has an undeniable, ramshackle charm. Bright red trim pops against a well-worn exterior of brick and stone. The reception area is similarly attractive."
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The Telegraph
8.0
"Isaacs does urban accommodation very well indeed: a prime location in the city centre, a quirky and historic character, and a buzzing and friendly atmosphere ensure that it stands out among Dublin hostels."
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