Reviews of Clink i Lár
D01 Y3Y7 35 Abbey Street Upper, Dublin, Ireland
#111 of 163 hotels in Dublin
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 2659 hostel reviews
8.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.2
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Comfort
8.1
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Location
9.5
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Facilities
8.2
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Staff
8.8
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Value for money
8.0
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Free WiFi
8.5
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Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Mykel
United States3 reviews5.0Passable- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It was nice
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 3 January 2025
Dayana
United States36 reviews1 helpful vote10“Great hostel, great staff, would stay again!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 4- 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Great hostel - comfortable beds, super clean amenities, friendly staff and super location. Would recommend and would stay again. Thank you!
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 2 January 2025
Zero
Italy1 review4.0Disappointing- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Like everything
Everything
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 1 January 2025
Sage
Ireland5 reviews1.0Very poor- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Bed mattress was dented and so thin that i could feel all the wires underneath and couldn’t sleep, plus someone snoring all night.
Location is great and stuff is friendly.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Yunita
Netherlands25 reviews3 helpful votes6.0“Good location and value for 1 night”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 4- 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
cheap beds which extremely uncomfortable—they creaked loudly every time I moved, making it difficult to get any sleep. The pillow was so thin it felt like sleeping without one, and to make matters worse, the bedcover was dirty when I arrived, which was unacceptable. While some staff members were helpful, a few receptionists seemed unprepared, which led to some confusion during my stay.
Location
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Daniel
Slovakia14 reviews10Exceptional- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 4-6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Location
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Amal
Netherlands8 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 4-6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The location is perfect. The facilities and customer service were great. The bunk beds were spacious and comfortable.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Sage
Ireland5 reviews2.0Very poor- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Bed was really uncomfortable, could hardly sleep at night. Also always someone snoring at night.
Great location and stuff were friendly.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 30 December 2024
Iryna
Germany56 reviews4 helpful votes3.0“Not reccomended”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
Bad soundproof, for every step you have to pay an extra charge - to check in 1 hour earlier you have to pay almost 7 euros, there is no power outlet adapter for European phone charger, you have to buy it at reception for 7 euros. There was a constant bed smell in the bathroom and insufficient toilet paper. The door to the room was not closing properly, so there was a chance to go out and leave the room open. The cleanness of the bathroom is also not the best. Maybe it's ok as a hostel, but very poor as a hotel room.
The location is good
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 27 December 2024
Lucy
Australia5 reviews10“would reccomend staying here”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
- on 10th floor, and 1/2 elevator was out of service the entire time so it took ages for us to be able to leave - got very hot - beds were a bit uncomfortable - staff were not helpful at check in for us, we waited around for 30 minutes before we were given any help
- central to temple bar area - rooms had private bathroom and shower - beds had curtains for privacy - elevators to take luggage up - very very clean - felt hotel adjacent, rather than a hostel
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 26 December 2024
Abderezak
Ireland2 reviews10Exceptional- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 4-6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I had a situation where someone was disturbing me in the room at 4 am. He made noises and turned on the lights. He also opened the curtain while I was sleeping. When I spoke to him, he said he was sorry and that he had been drinking a lot. I reported to the reception and the room was changed for me immediately. This room was the best, very quiet and people respected privacy and were not disturbing.
The staff are all great and helpful, especially Eccles, he was a very nice and helpful person. The breakfast was very good, useful and healthy. Also that girl who works in the morning works hard and doesn't stop and notices if everything is okay
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 24 December 2024
Sylvana
Brazil16 reviews1 helpful vote10“Everything but the kitchen”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A kitchen is always good.
Everything was better than I imagined. Very good common area and an excellent bar with music and coffee.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: 23 December 2024
Byalov
Bulgaria27 reviews1.0Very poor- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Non
Non
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 22 December 2024
Daniel
Switzerland1 review4.0“I didnt sleep well and I couldn’t charge my phone”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The room was extremely warm, the heater was turn on all the night and in my bed direction. My bed wasn’t really confortable and I didn’t have power in my bed.
The facilities were good and the check in/out easy to do
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 17 December 2024
Jason
Ireland2 reviews5.0Passable- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The beds, especially climbing up into the top bunk was difficult
The location and the helpful staff
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 16 December 2024
Marie
United Kingdom8 reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with City View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No kettle in private rooms
Helpful staff Cheap breakfast buffet Lockers
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 16 December 2024
Tgorja09
Croatia38 reviews8 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 4- 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very friendly staff, especially the night shift! I came in at 1.30am and they were happy as it was 1.30pm.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: 16 December 2024
Ande
Philippines79 reviews33 helpful votes10“A short Side-trip to Dublin”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
I stayed in Room 210, during the night, I was hit with a nauseating smell that reminded me of mud and rotting algae. It was absolutely disgusting, and I couldn't figure out where it was coming from. I was really disappointed that my stay was marred by such a foul odor.
The staff were absolutely amazing, providing exceptional service and support throughout my visit. Their friendliness and professionalism truly made a difference. The facility itself is fantastic, featuring modern amenities and a welcoming atmosphere. I was particularly impressed by how clean and well-maintained the entire area was, which contributed to a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better environment to spend my time in.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 15 December 2024
Alice
Italy9 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 4-6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The cleanliness, the room and the common spaces, I had to work during my stay and there were a large number of tables with plugs to charge my laptop. The location was perfect, near to the city center and in a good neighbourhood
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 14 December 2024
Redhwane
Ireland6 reviews10“Good 👍”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Good 👍
good 👍
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 14 December 2024
Rachel
United Kingdom21 reviews2 helpful votes1.0“Awful don't bother going”- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 4-6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Almost everything
Some of the staff were lovely
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 14 December 2024
Marc
United Kingdom3 reviews10“Good”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Beds not comfy had to fold quilt in half and sleep on that , everything was perfect apart from springy cheap beds
area no problems staff really good rooms really good
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 13 December 2024
Hussien
Austria2 reviews1.0Very poor- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Too many people in room
It was not my type of Hotel
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 13 December 2024
Takahiro
France38 reviews5.0Passable- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
A couple of snoring people
The location
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 11 December 2024
Daria
Ukraine8 reviews6.0“Maybe it was better couple of years ago”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
There were just two showers for the whole floor of rooms with bunk beds. It was also too hot and stuffed inside the dormitory - open window didn’t help to solve this out.
The check in process was quick and smooth, the location is quite convenient both to reach the tourist attractions and a railway station.
Stayed in December 2024
