Voted by backpackers as one of Europe's top 10 hostels, Avalon house is Dublin's most centrally located budget accommodationcentre, only 2 minutes walk from Temple Bar. Recognised by all leading travel guides, we offer quality accommodation in single, twin, and multi bedded rooms, many of which have private faclities. We offer 24 hour access, free breakfast, full catering facilities and internet facilities. **Please note that under 16's must be accompanied by an adult and cannot stay in mixed dormitories The hostel is one of the longest established hostels in Dublin. The property, originally a Victorian medical school is listed with Dublin Corporation as a building of "outstanding architectural merit". With its pine floors, high ceilings and open fire, guests are offered an environment that is exciting and appealing. Visit Avalon House and ensure a hostel experience in Dublin that you won't forget!
From the airport: The cheapest and best way to get here is on the 16A bus from the airport. It will drop you right beside the hostel on Aungier Street and costs €2.00. Make sure you have exact change as none is given on the bus. The journey lasts about 40/60 minutes and it operates from 7.45am during the week and 8.30am on Sundays. The last bus is 10.40pm except Saturday when it is 10.20pm. Buses go roughly every 20 minutes but check the timetable at the bus stop for exact times. The best way to know where to get off is to just ask the bus driver to let you know - that's the Dublin way!
There is an express Aircoach that operates every 15 minutes from 4.30am to midnight and then half hourly until 4.30am and costs €7.00. This will drop you off at Trinity College a ten minute walk from the hostel. From Trinity walk down Dame Street and take a left on South Great Georges Street. Aungier Street, where we are located, is the continuation of this street. We are on the right hand side of the road just after the Carmelite church.
Taxis from the airport cost around €25-€30 and take about 20 minutes depending on the time of day. During rush hour it can take up to 45 minutes.From Bus Station (Busarus): Follow the tramline west toward O’Connell Street – a five minute walk. From there you can take a 16, 16A, 19 or 22 bus southbound on O'Connell Street. Get off the bus on Aungier Street at ‘The Staircase’ coffee house opposite the large grey Carmelite Church. You can see the hostel on the other side of the road – a large red bricked Victorian building. Alternatively, it is only a 20 minute walk from the station. If you print out the map on this site you can find us easily. If you get lost just give us a call on the freephone 1800-AVALON and we’ll send you in the right direction. (see map) From Heuston Station: Take the number 92 bus to Kildare Street. If you have come by train you do not need to pay for the bus – just insert your ticket in the machine when you get on. Walk to the top of Kildare Street until you get to Stephens Green. Turn right and continue until you reach Grafton street. Follow the Green around to your left and take a right onto York Street. The hostel is at the bottom of this street. (see map)
Cafe A complimentary breakfast is served each morning in the Avalon Cafe at the front of the building. This is a bright colorful room with plenty of seating for guests.
Self Catering Kitchen This large, modern fully equipped kitchen is available for all our guests to use. Other Facilities..... Free Internet Access Hot Showers Key card system Open 24 hours Luggage Storage Games Room TV Room Spacious Common Areas Bureau de Change Security Boxes No Curfew International Payphone Central Heating Self-Catering Facilities 24 Hour Security Secure bicycle storage Laundry facilities Travel information Travel Reservations