Malachy’s place is super convenient for visiting anywhere in Dublin. Short walk to the Luas Red line (Four Courts) station, bus stops for #83 line which goes south through Dublin center, or north past the Botanical Gardens. Easy walk into city center, Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, Gratton street and others.
Jameson distillery is a couple blocks away, and Smithfield Square just a block further has several restaurants, a Fresh market, gelato shop, and other amenities. Just a block further is the Cobblestone pub which has trad music every night. Around the corner Cafe Oasis has fantastic Middle Eastern food. A short walk across the Liffey brings you to the Brazen Head - Dublins’s oldest pub opened in 1198, excellent food and great atmosphere.
The front room is well appointed with couches, a fire, TV, and high speed WiFi. Kitchen has all the needed amenities for a short or long stay. A small toilet room downstairs is handy if you have several people in your party. If you leave a downstairs window open don’t be surprised if the neighbors ginger cat comes in for a visit - he is very friendly.
Upstairs are two bedrooms, one with a large double, the second facing the street has two single beds. The shower is small but serviceable and plenty of hot water.
Malachy was incredibly helpful, ensured that we had access when our flight arrived earlier than expected, and then came by late in the day to make sure we settled in and provided some recommendations for local restaurants and sights to visit. He also met us upon departure and could not have been nicer. Definitely a strong recommendation for future stays in Dublin!