It may be squirreled away in the basement of the excellent Hugh Lane Gallery but this popular café is saved from pokiness by windows looking out on to an...

Near Busáras bus depot and Connolly Street train station, this is the aristocrat of Dublin's hostels. Isaac's takes the backpacker concept of humble...

South of the canal, bang in the middle of student bedsit country, Jo'Burger has pulled off the impressive balancing act of looking cool but still managing...

This beautiful red brick building in one of Dublin's oldest neighbourhoods (just steps from Christ Church Cathedral) is a great setting for a hostel. It's...

With its zesty yellow walls and citrus-burst mural, Lemon certainly lives up to its name, and amid the tyranny of ciabatta and panini, a café specialising...

This popular hostel has dorms as well as one double and one twin room. Amenities include laundry facilities, a TV room and a kitchen open to guests. A cheap...

This lovely little hostel in a Georgian building on North Great Georges Street is a great option for those who find bigger facilities intimidating. Its ten...

The glass roof and the wood-clad walls create an appropriately outdoorsy vibe for this busy and convenient outlet of the virtuous Dublin chain. Nude...

It may be small but this superb café puts a lot of thought and effort into what it does. Hearty granola, moreish muffins and fresh croissants acompany...

On the edge of scenic Phoenix Park, this guesthouse has clean and well-appointed en suite rooms, with an emphasis on good value for money. Though there's no...

The Queen of Tarts has recently extended its sovereignty with a large new branch just around the corner, no doubt to cope with the overflow of loyal...

There's a lot to be said for unpretentious local caffs (particularly in a city that has more than its fair share of foodie hype) and Simon's is just such a...

From mid June until the beginning of September, Trinity College provides its on-campus halls of residence as budget accommodation. The 16th-century...