The place is as described! Definitely more of a hotel feel than someone’s home. But I mean that in the best way possible. Towels, complimentary soap and toiletries were sitting on the well made bed when we arrived. There was a binder with helpful tips and recommendations as well as complimentary snacks all in a cute welcome basket. Kitchen had all the necessary items. Bathroom as well. Iron, blow dryer again like a hotel was provided.
Check in was easy and you never have to wait to meet someone. It is all a lockbox system and is laid out in a message before you arrive. The only issue I had was with getting the door open, there was a specific way of turning the locks that wasn’t laid out in the check in message but I messaged Tony and got almost immediate response. So communication was excellent. The lock thing was a bit frustrating but we always got it open and had a laugh about it.
Location is great, almost everything you want to do is in walking distance (Dublin castle, temple bar area, O’Connell St.) itself or multiple bus stops were near by. Great little balcony with great flowers and a view of the street and temple bar.
I read reviews about the noise and was nervous but as someone in my 20s, it wasn’t bad to me or my brother during our stay. You are above the infamous Temple Bar which is cool but it is busy non stop afternoon/evenings. If you have ever lived in a big city or college town, the sounds are similar to that on the weeknights maybe a bit more rowdy on weekends. Hosts do provide ear plugs, which again was very nice of them. I never felt necessary to use them.
Overall would recommend if coming to Dublin for a vacation. Great value in my opinion and great location for first time explorer of Dublin.