Garden Lane Backpackers

Stayed at this hostel one night and its sister location garden house hostel. The room that I stayed in was a 4 bed mixed dorm. Two bathrooms on floor of i think 3 or 4 dorms. Sometimes they were occupied for a bit and you have to wait. There was BIKE PARKING in parkade. Hooray! They also allowed you to leave your bags until check in for free which is needed as a budget Traveller. Staff is helpful and kind.

Two nights, didn't access breakfast left earlier for tours. Clean, good space, hot showers okay location walkable.

I arrived to the hostel early afternoon. Check-in was an easy process and the receptionist was very friendly and offered a few recommendations on things to see in the area. Upon entering the elevator, there was a posted list of things to do. My accommodations were just as described. I was assigned the bottom bunk as requested due to my mobility issues. I went back downstairs to purchase a lock for the under bed safe. I later gave myself a tour to the 3rd floor where I found a lounging area, washers and dryers, a full kitchen with freezer, refrigerators, two stoves, and ovens, televisions, and a small patio outside. Most of the guests I encountered were friendly, lively, approachable, and engaging from all over the world. Many of them addressed each other by name and seemed to be friends. I was given suggestions on where to go to pick up food. I walked to nearby Lydl and Tesco and picked up snacks and food to prepare. The kitchen is well stocked to cook a complete meal from scratch. The bed was comfortable, and I slept well. The next morning, I went to the kitchen for a continental breakfast provided by the hostel. It was interesting to note that they have long-term guests that call this hostel their home. The hostel was safe and clean. If I'm ever in Dublin again, this will be my go to spot.