Clink i Lár
Dublin's slickest hostel with comedy nights, a buzzing bar, and 10,000 reviews to prove it
Modern hostel on Abbey Street with 10,000+ reviews. Stand-up comedy nights, evening entertainment, in-house bar, and comfortable beds. Feels upscale for a hostel.
Clink i Lár (Irish for 'Clink in the Center') is one of Dublin's newest hostels and it shows. Everything feels fresh: the beds are comfortable, the common areas are designed for socializing, and the in-house bar has a real coffee barista during the day. With 10,000+ reviews, it's already one of the most reviewed hostels in Ireland.
The entertainment program is what sets Clink apart. Stand-up comedy nights, live music, evening entertainment, and a bar that becomes a genuine social hub after dark. The staff are consistently praised as friendly and attentive, from reception to security to the barista.
Located on Abbey Street Upper, you're on the north side of the Liffey, a 7-minute walk from Temple Bar. The Luas red line is right outside for getting around. O'Connell Street is a 3-minute walk.
Breakfast is available and gets solid reviews. The beds are modern with good mattresses, and the overall feel is closer to a boutique hotel than a traditional hostel. If you want the hostel social experience but don't want to compromise on comfort, Clink delivers.
- 01Stand-up comedy nights. No other Dublin hostel does this.
- 02Real barista coffee in the common area. Not instant, not a machine.
- 0310,000+ reviews at 8.1 means the quality is consistent, not a fluke.
- 04Modern build with good mattresses. You'll actually sleep well.
- 05Staff are praised by name across hundreds of reviews. That's cultural, not accidental.
- Stand-up comedy nights
- In-house bar
- 10,000+ reviews
- Modern build
“Helpful, kind staff. Barista, receptionists, security. Feels upscale. Clean, safe, cosy, good vibes, fantastic location. Photos are exact. Very comfortable beds.”
“Breakfast was very good. Could have had a little more variety but was tasty. Coffee was really good.”
“The head of shift was kind enough to give me complimentary breakfast. The beds were well-fitted, clean and comfy.”
- O'Connell Street3 min walk
- Temple Bar7 min walk
- Luas Red Line (Abbey St)1 min walk
- GPO Museum4 min walk
- Jervis Shopping Centre5 min walk
- Ha'penny Bridge5 min walk
