Can’t beat Ranelagh for closeness to Dublin and a wonderful village atmosphere. Everything you need is within steps. The #1 room I stayed in was on the small side, but the bed was super comfortable, and the bathroom down a few steps was spotless!! Mary is a lovely host - I only saw her once or twice but she seems kind.
Buy a Leap card at the SPAR (sp?) and don’t forget to touch the pad when you enter and exit the tram.
Takes you into downtown Dublin in under 10 minutes!
Enjoyed this hone and would stay again : )