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Avalon House

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55 Aungier Street, Dublin 2, Dublin Show on a map

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Rated 8.7 by GoIreland customers
(9 ratings)

Welcome to Avalon House – voted IHH City Hostel of the year 2009. We offer free Internet, WiFi, breakfast, walking tours and we even have our own cinema! A proud member of 'Europe's Famous Hostels'. Clean, cheap, secure and in the heart of the city centre - 5 minutes from Temple Bar, the heart of Dublin nightlife. Home of the famous ‘Bald Barista’ café serving the ‘best espresso in Dublin’ (Irish Times 2009).

Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult and cannot stay in mixed dormitories

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Location (Back to top)

Directions

From the airport:
The cheapest and best way to get here is on the 16A bus from the airport. It will drop you right beside the hostel on Aungier Street and costs €2.20. Make sure you have exact change as none is given on the bus. The journey lasts about 40/60 minutes and it operates from 7.45am during the week and 8.30am on Sundays. The last bus is 10.40pm except Saturday when it is 10.20pm. Buses go roughly every 20 minutes but check the timetable at the bus stop for exact times.  The best way to know where to get off is to just ask the bus driver to let you know - that's the Dublin way!

There is an express Aircoach that operates every 15 minutes from 4.30am to midnight and then half hourly until 4.30am and costs €7.00. This will drop you off at Trinity College a ten minute walk from the hostel. From Trinity walk down Dame Street and take a left on South Great Georges Street. Aungier Street, where we are located, is the continuation of this street. We are on the right hand side of the road just after the Carmelite church. Street signs are on the sides of buildings in Ireland so watch out for them!

Taxis from the airport cost around €25-€30 and take about 20 minutes depending on the time of day. During rush hour it can take up to 45 minutes.

From the Bus Station (Busarus):

Follow the tramline west toward O’Connell Street – a five minute walk. From there you can take a 16, 16A, 19 or 22 bus southbound on O'Connell Street. Get off the bus on Aungier Street at ‘The Staircase’ coffee house opposite the large grey Carmelite Church. You can see the hostel on the other side of the road – a large red bricked Victorian building. Alternatively, it is only a 20 minute walk from the station. If you print out the map on this site you can find us easily. If you get lost just give us a call on the freephone 1800-AVALON and we’ll send you in the right direction.

From the Ferry Terminal North Wall:
Catch the city express to the Bus Station (Busarus) and follow directions above

From Dun Laoghaire Ferry Terminal:
A 46A bus will bring you to St. Stephen's Green West from where you are only a 2-minute walk. You can also get the DART to Pearse Street or Tara Street, a 20 minute walk from the hostel.

From Heuston Station
Take the number 92 bus to Kildare Street. If you have come by train you do not need to pay for the bus – just insert your ticket in the machine when you get on. Walk to the top of Kildare Street until you get to Stephens Green. Turn right and continue until you reach Grafton street. Follow the Green around to your left and take a right onto York Street. The hostel is at the bottom of this street.

 

 

Within Walking Distance

The following are approximate walking times from the hostel to some of the main city attractions:

 St Stephens Green/ Grafton Street  - 2 minutes

Temple Bar – 5 minutes

Dublin Castle - 5 minutes

Trinity College – 5 minutes

St. Patrick’s Cathedral – 5 minutes

Christchurch Cathedral – 10 minutes

Guinness Storehouse – 20 minutes

 

 

Avalon House Games room

Description

One of the longest established hostels in the city, Avalon is one of the only hostels in Ireland that uses wind and solar energy to power the hostel and has full recycling facilities.  Avalon House was originally Victorian medical school built in 1879 and is a listed building. We have a huge variety of rooms to cater for every visitor: singles, twins, doubles, Triples, and dormitories ranging from 4 beds to 12 beds. Our legendary café, the Bald Barista, serves a wide range of soups, sandwiches and pastries and the legendary Bald Barista coffee. We are open 24 hours and have a huge range of facilities including:

* FREE INTERNET AND WiFi !!
* FREE Breakfast
* FREE city map, event guide and discount book
* FREE walking tour departs reception at 10.40am daily
* FREE movie nights in our cinema
* Bicycle hire
* Laundry service
* Hot showers
* Postal service
* Pool, Table football, playstation

 Here’s what the guide books say about Avalon House

 Hums with the energy of trans-continental travellers'
Lets Go 2009

'Before there was tourism, Avalon House catered to the thin trickle of adventurers who landed in Dublin. They flood in these days, but Avalon hasn't missed a beat in its hosting duties.'
Lonely Planet 2009

'It's clean, spacious, safe, warm and, for the money, one of the best hostels in town.'
Time Out 2009

 

Avalon House 12 bedroom compressed

Room Features (Back to top)

The Hostel has comfortable single, twin, four, six and 12 bed rooms/dormitories many with ensuite facilities and we can cater for up to 281 guests.

All rooms have access to free WiFi. Please note that under 16's must be accompanied by an adult and cannot stay in mixed dormitories.

 

Reviews for Avalon House(Back to top)

Total Score 8.7/10 (from 9 reviews)

  • 8/10 for Rooms & Facilities
  • 9/10 for Staff/Service
  • 8/10 for Kitchen
  • 9/10 for Recommend to a friend
  • 9/10 for Check-in
  • 9/10 for Cleanliness
  • 9/10 for Security
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7/10

Eszter from Buda195182rs

Stayed 09-2012
Solo traveller

10/10

Laura from Shercock

Stayed 09-2012
A few friends

9/10

Gabriele from Fuerth

Stayed 08-2012
Mature couple

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Facilities (Back to top)

We have everything you need at the hostel and more.

6 free internet terminals and free Wifi thoughout the building.
Café ‘The Bald Barista’ which sells ‘the best espresso in Dublin’ (Irish Times 2009)
‘Avalon Boutiq’ shop sells food, toiletries, travellers essentials at knockdown prices
Huge Self catering kitchen for all guests
Free breakfast for all guests (orange juice, cereals, toast and jam, tea or coffee)
Cinema showing films every night
Free walking tour of Dublin every day from reception
Camera/phone/iPod charging
24 hour reception
Self service laundry facilities
Bicycle rental
Electronic security card access
International multilingual staff
Tourist information and booking service
Bureau de Change
Luggage storage 
 
The Hostel  regularly offers entertainment – just ask what’s on at reception – anything from Irish Dancing classes to Magic shows! If you’ve forgotten anything ask at our reception – we are bound to have what you are looking for. From weighing scales for your luggage to prayer mats – you’d be surprised at what we have available for you.

 
 

Childrens Facilities

  • Cot Available on request
  • Family Friendly
  • High Chair Available

Credit Cards

  • Access Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Laser
  • Maestro Card
  • Visa

Facilities

  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Car Parking - Chargeable Nearby
  • Central Heating
  • Hen & Stag Groups Welcome
  • Irish Spoken
  • Laundry Service
  • Lift
  • Luggage Storage
  • No Smoking On Premises
  • Payphone

Hostel Facilities

  • Bed Linen Supplied Free.
  • Cooking Facilities.
  • Fridge.
  • Internet Access - All Types.
  • Ironing Facilities.
  • Luggage Room.
  • Microwave.
  • Security Lockers.
  • Shop On Site.
  • Telephone.
  • Television Lounge.
  • Towels For Hire.
  • Towels Supplied Free.
  • Tumble Dryer.
  • Vending Machine.
  • Washing Machine.

In Room Facilities

  • Internet Access - Free Broadband
  • Internet Access - Free Wifi
  • No Smoking

Meals And Drinks

  • Packed Lunches On Request

Nearby Leisure

  • Angling.
  • Bicycle Hire.
  • Boating.
  • Entertainment.
  • Forest Park.
  • Golf Course.
  • Gun Sports.
  • Gym.
  • Hill Walking.
  • Horse Riding.
  • Leisure Complex.
  • Orienteering
  • Pitch And Putt.
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Rock Climbing
  • Sailing.
  • Sandy Beach.
  • Sauna.
  • Shopping Centre
  • Snooker.
  • Squash Court.
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor.
  • Tennis Court.
  • Traditional Music.
  • Walking Distance of Bar/Shop
  • Water Sports.

On Site Leisure

  • Bicycle Hire
  • Entertainment
  • Games Room
  • Snooker

Premises Location

  • Urban

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