I cannot recommend jess' place enough!!! Her apartment was clean, the room was lovely, and the view on the grand canal was wonderful! There were many places to grab food nearby (grocery stores, breakfast, etc. ) so the location was great. I enjoyed walking from her neighborhood to the city centre every day. I only saw jess on my last night in Dublin but she was incredibly nice and hospitable and answered my questions about getting back to the airport (very easy route from her apartment). It was also about a 2 block walk to the nearest train station so that made it easier when I left the city for the day. Her place felt like home -- can't wait to visit Dublin again!