Location is perfect for exploring the many parts of Dublin. Walking distance to north city central, Temple Bar, Trinity College, River Liffey and most importantly conveniently located for use of public transit. The place itself is clean and well maintained.
Only very minor downsides to be aware of: the neighborhood will be loud at night (people shouting from balconies at all hours, bar fights), check in keys are in a weird location that can be hard to find if you don't know what you're looking for, shower water pressure is so low that you have to stand within inches of the wall.
All of my complaints are minor, they just added up. Would happily stay there again.