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Astra Hostel

1.0 star property
City-center hostel within easy reach of Trinity College

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When you stay at Astra Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Dublin Castle and Guinness Storehouse. Also, Trinity College and St. Stephen's Green are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Smithfield Station is 3 minutes and Four Courts Station is 4 minutes.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (1)

  • Tour/ticket assistance
$100 nightly
The total price is $113
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees

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Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room (Ground Floor)

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (1st Floor)

  • River view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Shared Dormitory (Pod Bed in Second Floor)

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
7 Arran Quay, Dublin, Dublin, D07 W5XY

What's nearby

  • River Liffey - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Jameson Distillery Bow St. - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dublin Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Guinness Storehouse - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 32 min drive
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 19 min walk
  • Dublin Pearse Station - 24 min walk
  • Connolly Station - 25 min walk
  • Smithfield Station - 3 min walk
  • Four Courts Station - 4 min walk
  • Museum Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Proper Order Coffee Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪JJ's Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Reserve Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Copper + Straw - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Astra Hostel

  • When you stay at Astra Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Dublin Castle and Guinness Storehouse. Also, Trinity College and St. Stephen's Green are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Smithfield Station is 3 minutes and Four Courts Station is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International

Also known as

Astra Hostel Dublin

Astra Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Astra Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dublin

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Astra Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Astra Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Astra Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Astra Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What's the area around Astra Hostel like?

Astra Hostel is in City Centre Dublin, a short 3-minute walk from Smithfield Station and 17 minutes' walk from Trinity College.

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Reviews

Astra Hostel Reviews

6.6

Good

7.0

Cleanliness

5.6

Amenities

6.6

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Good

The bed was very comfortable however, the airflow was terrible and extremely hot and the bathroom was disgusting. this is the most amount of money i have ever spent on a hostel and it was the worst i’ve ever stayed at
Meaghan, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Cheap, easy and central enough to make it worth it low key
Louis, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very quick with responses when we arrived and needed the code for the door, pod was very cosy and clean, we had a great night. Would definitely stay again :)
Vanessa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great for the price

Best price for being in the city center. Nice and quiet, not really a hostel, no staff really present, but good if you're not looking for the party scene and want to be close to the best parts of Dublin. The pods give great privacy and are actually cozy.
Joshua, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely stay, fun little space pods. But no games / towels provided so bring your own! Over all very comfortable and easy stay. They let us go in earlier than check in as we had an early flight, that was v good.
Elianq, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

USB ports didn't work. Only one towel provided despite us being a group of two. Friendly staff.
Erin, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice stay

Cozy stay in a “space capsule”. No towels even though it said in the description when booking. Nice central to everything
Nadia, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

The bed itself was reasonable and the capsule provided a level of privacy you don't get in an normal dorm, however the USB charge points did not work, the towel provided had a stain (hopefully a mark that didn't come out in the wash but this still didn't look pleasant), old food was left in the lockers, the "kitchen"/reception area had bags of rubbish piled in the corridors, and the shower had mould on the ceilings. Whilst I was not expecting premium quality and service, considering how much I paid for the stay I most certainly cannot recommend this place.
Thomas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

2 nights in a Pod!

We had a great 2 day stay, was meet on arrival. Obviously this is a place to sleep only so we paid a deposit for lockers to keep our kit safe. Problem, no receptionist on a Sunday and cleaner could only refund for one locker. Contacted hostel on the Monday through WA and problem solved, bank transfer. Thankyou for that!! Pods were clean, bathroom clean! Only negative was the USB points in the Pods didn't work and they were extremely warm, door had to remain open. Overall a positive experience!
Clean and comfortable
MARK, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

The staff at Astra Hostel were kind and helpful. The location of the hostel is ideal/close to the city center. It was very convenient to be able to leave our stuff before check-in. The staff arrived only at 10am for checking out - not a problem for us, but for anyone with an early flight, be sure to mention this to the staff. The pods did not lock, nor was there anywhere in the pods to lock personal belongings. Moreover, the bathrooms are wet on the ground and were only cleaned once during our 3 day stay.
Amanda, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Good Hostel, Didn't cost that money.

Booked a double bed for £75 per night, unfortunately it didn't cost that money. Just a Hostel without any supervisor. The most disappointing thing is that doors in the capsules are impossible to lock, and there's no charging socket inside it, so I had to charge my phone from the socket in the corridor. Overall its definitely 3/5, clean, not over settled, good placement, but with some issues.
2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Not very welcoming, just a place to sleep.

The pods are OK, and the location near Smithfield not that bad, but altogether the place was rather desolate, I only met the manager? by chance (and few other residents, well, winter, and a weekend...). Only three bathrooms/toilets, can be a real problem in high season, especially if they are situated three flights of stairs down... Above all, the whole place was absolutely FRIGID in december, and light in the staircase missing.
colette, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

good hotel for a few nights stay

We were looking for a hotel to stay for one night and walk around the city. We just needed a place to sleep. This is a great place for that. It's like a hostel but you have a separate capsule in room. It fits two people. You can sleep closed well inside and no one bothers you. They just opened business. Everything is new and clean. They new in business and have some issues with service but have good communication, trying help, and they are trying to make the service better. This good for one or couple who travel with limited budget. I Recommend.
Oleg, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

As a hostel, you get what you pay for. The sleeping pods are a unique experience and quite comfortable, but they can be noisy when you move. The property should consider adding lockers for guests to store their belongings, even if there's a small fee, as it's better than leaving luggage in unsecured pods or on the floor. The communal room would benefit from a sink for washing dirty dishes instead of having to go to the toilets. We had to do this twice because dirty cups were left out by other guests. Our main issue was the noise from other guests coming back at night, which woke us up at 1:30 AM due to loud talking and banging.
Keiran, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Overnight Stay.

Accommodation was clean & well maintained. Pod was spacious & comfortable. No chairs/stools were provided in the room. Nothing provided on which to hang your clothes or wet towels. The toilets are two flights of stairs down which is far from ideal. Two toilets/showers combined are available with another under construction. A shower being used rules out the availability of toilet, again not ideal. Overall more thought needs to be put in to make a stay more user friendly.
Samuel, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Better communication needed

The place didn’t have towels as listed. The check-in message had two contact numbers listed in addition to the app, which was confusing. When I asked the hosts through all three contact methods if I could leave luggage at the hostel while exploring the city, I didn’t receive a response. Most hostels offer a secure place to store luggage, and it would’ve been nice to see this option. That being said, the place was easy to find, the pod was clean (and a cool way to get privacy in a hostel), and we were thankful for a last-minute booking at such a reasonable price. I understand they just recently opened, so hopefully all kinks will be worked out soon.
Kathleen, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

This hostel has as many toilets as my 3 bed house. Much of the construction is poor - front door hits a metal box loudly as you go in, bathroom layouts mean if you're slightly above average height or weight you might struggle to actually use the toilet. Charging in our pod worked for the first night but not for the second, which messed us up for the day after. Safety deposits do not work, key for lockers were not offered/I could find no instructions to access them, so you cannot put your clothes anywhere but your pod. Having to sleep in the pod with our wet clothes on the bed from the rain was a pain. If you are 6ft+ you will probably struggle to extend fully in the pod. The advantages were location wise it was good, cheaper than most others in the area. It's only about a 10-15 minute walk to the temple bar area/O'Connell street etc. But you will have to walk past a fair few crackheads on the way, they were harmless during our visit but I can imagine they could cause trouble. The owners should take a couple of pods out from each room and put a bathroom there for each floor, it would be much improved, I very much doubt they would do that though
Dafydd, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Cool space pod experience
Marlon, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

My first hostel experience, about as good as you should expect from a hostel. The only thing is that they require your passport emailed to them ahead of time, and they don't accept it when you check in. Which feels super dumb. Just accept the passports at check in. It wasn't an issue for us because we saw the instruction and did it. But I watched several groups argue with the front desk dude. He said they lost $10,000 last year to false bookings, and that's why they require passports; which is fine, but why not accept them at the front desk? ! literally watched him have to refund almost a $1000 for various travelers because of it. In one weekend. So surely they're losing more than $10k a year for that weird stipulation. Everywhere accepts the passports at check in. Feels totally optional. Anyway, good experience though. They cleaned everyday, the bathrooms were good. The pods are temu plastic boxes and the usb thing didn't work on ours, but they had other charging spots. It might get a little hot, the "AC" is a computer fan in the pod. Pods don't lock btw, but we felt safe. Overall it was great.
Jason, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay!
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Was all good
Oleksii, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Not a lot of privacy but ok for a hostel
Cher, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Cheap, bed was okay, bathrooms need attention, other guests were off-putting
Elston, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Decent, clean, liked the self contained pod capsules
Gar, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

We had a great time, we were attending a concert at Croke Park so it was perfect for putting our head down without paying a fortune. Amenities were all as described. I definitely would return.
Claire, 1-night trip