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Clink i Lár

hostel in Dublin City Centre

You’ll find us on Abbey Street, inside one of Dublin’s tallest buildings — with the Ha’penny Bridge around the corner, Temple Bar five minutes away and the Liffey basically at the door. i Lár means “in the middle” in Irish. We are exactly that.

Common room with bookshelves and people on laptops at Clink i Lar, Dublin
Bartender garnishing a row of cocktails at the Clink i Lar bar, Dublin

THE STORY OF CLINK I LÁR

Our newest hostel in Dublin city centre puts you right in the thick of it. Start with a pint at the bar, stay for whatever’s on, and somewhere along the way you’ll meet the people you end up exploring the city with. Travelling as a group? We’ve got room for that too — so you stay together and still get the full i Lár experience.

Dorms when you want company, private rooms when you don’t, female-only dorms when you know what you need — and a few vista rooms up top if you’re into waking up over Dublin.…

i Lár is Irish for “in the middle” — and as hostels in Dublin city centre go, we mean it literally. One of the tallest buildings in the city, which means the top-floor views are something other affordable hostels in Dublin can’t offer. Private en-suite rooms, non-ensuite privates, female-only dorms, mixed dorms with private or shared bathrooms — the full range, right in the heart of it.

CLINK i lár

35-36 Abbey Street Upper,
North City, Dublin 1, D01 Y3Y7
Ireland

HOURS

  • RECEPTION & CAFÈ: 24/7
  • BAR: Mon–Sun 12 pm – 11:30 pm Fri–Sat 11am – 12:30 am Sun 12:30 pm – 11 pm

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Booking, facilities, special requests — whatever it is, our team’s on it. 
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THE ROOMS

Mixed dormitory at Clink i Lar hostel, Dublin

Mixed dorms

Dorm rooms in Dublin city centre, sleeping 1 to 12 with en-suite and shared bathrooms available. From 4-bed to 12-bed — pick the size and bathroom setup that suits your budget and your mood. Either way, you’ll have company worth keeping before the night’s out.
  • Mixed gender
  • Ensuite bathroom (4–8 bed)
  • Shared bathrooms (12 bed)
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Private room at Clink i Lar hostel, Dublin

Private rooms

Private en-suite rooms in Dublin city centre, sleeping 1 to 6. Twins, doubles, family quads — some with city views worth waking up for. All the privacy, none of the isolation. The bar’s still downstairs when you’re ready for it.
  • Double (1–2 people)
  • Twin (2 bed)
  • Family (4 bed)
  •  4–6 bed private dorms
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Female-only dormitory at Clink i Lar hostel, Dublin

Female dorms

En-suite female-only dorm rooms in Dublin city centre, in 4 and 6-bed dormitories. The whole room can be booked as a private — ideal for a group who want their own space without leaving the i Lár atmosphere behind. Solo or with friends, you’re sorted either way.
  • Female only (4–6 bed)
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THE GOOD STUFF, SORTED

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Beds for every kind of traveller

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Early check-in, late checkout. Towels and lockers too.

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Fast WiFi to always stay connected (or don’t)

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Common areas to work or chill

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On-site bar and 24/7 cafè

CLINK I LAR OFFERS

what’s on?

cinema night
Weekly

Cinema Night

Weekly

DJ

Weekly

Ink & Drink

Karaoke night at Clink i Lar hostel, Dublin
Weekly

Karaoke

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DUBLIN LANDMARKS

Step outside. Here's what's waiting.
Temple Bar
Dublin’s most famous cultural quarter — packed with traditional pubs, live music and street performers. Five minutes on foot from Clink i Lár. You’ll hear it before you see it.
Ha'penny Bridge
One of Dublin’s most iconic landmarks, this Victorian cast iron footbridge spans the Liffey and connects the city’s north and south sides. Around the corner from Clink i Lár. Hard to miss.
Trinity College
Home to the Book of Kells and one of Europe’s oldest university libraries. A short walk from Clink i Lár — worth an hour of your time even if you’re not the museum type
Dublin Airport
Dublin’s main international airport, well connected to the city centre. Jump on the express bus to O’Connell Bridge and you’re a five minute walk from our door. Around forty minutes door to check-in.

THINGS PEOPLE ASK US A LOT

The questions we get asked most. Still stuck? We're at reception — metaphorically speaking. Drop our support team a message. We’re here to help.

What is Clink i Lár Dublin like?
Clink i Lár is a modern, high-rise hostel in Dublin city centre on Abbey Street — one of the tallest buildings in the area, with panoramic views across the city. Mixed dorms with four to twelve beds, female-only dorms and private rooms, plus an on-site bar and café. Social, central and popular with solo travellers and groups who want to be right in the middle of everything Dublin has to offer.

What are Clink i Lár Dublin's check-in and check-out times?
Check-in at this youth hostel in Dublin city centre is from 3pm. Check-out is by 10am. Late checkout until 12pm is available for an extra charge — worth pre-booking if you’ve got a late flight. Early check-in can be booked in advance. Please bring valid government-issued photo ID — photocopies are not accepted.

Does Clink i Lár Dublin have luggage storage?
Yes. Dorm guests have in-room lockers — bring a padlock. Bags can be left at reception before check-in and after check-out on the day of travel. Drop them off, head out and come back when you’re ready. For oversized luggage, check charges with reception on arrival.

Can I check in early or check out late at Clink i Lár Dublin?
Yes. Early check-in and late check-out are available at this hostel in Dublin city centre, subject to availability and an extra charge. Pre-book early check-in via the email sent three days before arrival — spaces are limited so it’s worth sorting in advance. Standard check-in is from 3pm and check-out by 10am.

Does Clink i Lár Dublin have a bar and food on site?
Yes. Clink i Lár has a bar and on-site café — the perfect spot to start the evening or recover from the night before. Breakfast can be pre-booked online. Outside food and alcohol are not permitted on the premises.