I had a wonderful experience staying at the Gardiner House Hostel! The good vibes began even before I booked my stay: I reached out to the hostel over Airbnb, and the staff was lightning quick in answering all of my questions. When I first arrived, I didn't know what to expect arriving to a new country not knowing anybody and sharing a room with a bunch of strangers. However, something magical happened here. I met a lot of interesting people, made good friends and memories, and the hostel ended up becoming my first home in Dublin.
Throughout my three weeks I spent here, the staff remained friendly and helpful, yet professional. Any problem was quickly resolved, any questions were happily answered, and they even accommodated my wish to practice cello in the hostel during my stay.
The entire hostel is kept clean multiple times a day, the communal kitchen has what you need to cook your meals, and the hostel is located in a convenient location to walk to the city center.
I would for sure stay here again!