Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House

Hotels
City Room Rentals Edinburgh
7.6 (77 reviews)
8 Grangegorman Lower, Arran Quay, Dublin , Dublin , IE

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Arcade/game room
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Well-lit path to entrance

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Run down rooms
Poor food options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.43
The hotel was clean, indicating a good standard of cleanliness.
Service
8.4
Friendly staff were mentioned, contributing positively to the service experience.
Location
8.94
The location was highlighted as great, positively impacting the overall experience.
Room Quality
6.89
Rooms were described as run down with springy beds and no AC, which detracts from room quality.
Amenities
7.92
Amenities were basic; each room has a shower, which is a step up from a hostel.
Value for Money
7.88
Value is somewhat reflective of the basic accommodations and location.
Food and Beverage
5.43
Negative experience at the pizza joint next door negatively impacts food and beverage.
Overall Experience
7.9
Overall experience is mixed due to location and staff, but room quality and food issues affect it.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 08:19

Property Description

Recreation and Amenities
Take advantage of the fitness center, complimentary wireless internet access, and arcade/game room during your stay.

Featured Amenities
Enjoy laundry facilities and an elevator for your convenience.

Accommodations
Relax in one of the 300 guestrooms, with shared/communal kitchen access. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet, and freshen up in bathrooms with showers.

Begin your Dublin adventure with a stay at Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House. Book now to experience the best of City Centre Dublin hospitality!

Important information:

  • Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Guest type

    Caters to adults only

  • Children and extra beds

    Children not allowed

See all policies

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 77 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.43
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.94
Room Quality: 6.89
Amenities: 7.92
Value for Money: 7.88
Food and Beverage: 5.43
Overall Experience: 7.9
C
Carole partner
6
Pros:

The location of this is great. Beyond that the rooms are run down. I can see this as a step up from a hostel as the rooms each have a shower. But the beds were springy and there is no AC so the snug double (which we expected) was hotter than hell and the windows open much didnt heap, but we did and for an hr every night you could hear every car that left the car park next door.

Don’t eat at the pizza joint next door. Worst mistake I made the whole trip.

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
T
Theresa
10
Pros:

It was clean, comfortable and centrally located. Friendly staff!

2025-07-11 via Nuitee
F
Francis
10
Fantastic location with friendly staff
Pros:

Fantastic stay in a modern room with a good sized double bed and good shower room. The staff are pleasant and helpful. The communal area is well maintained and spacious. Good location close to Smithfield and some great pubs.

2024-08-18 via Nuitee
S
Sabbina friends
6
Pros:

Accommodation was clean and tidy - however our room fob didn’t work so we couldn’t lock our door therefore we had to take all our important belongings with us when we went out and about around Dublin - we asked the staff to see if they could help but they only showed us a demonstration on how to lock the door and after I told them for the second time that it didn’t work I had to leave because our taxi was waiting and the meter was going up and the staff then went on to say not to worry and they would check the door but it was still unlocked when we got back

2024-07-02 via Nuitee
J
Jonathan
6
Pros:

It's ok place to stay for the night.

2024-06-26 via Nuitee
A
Adrian
10
Great budget option in Dublin
Pros:

Nice budget option, so no TV or shampoo etc but well linked up for transport via the Luas (tram)

2024-06-23 via Nuitee
J
James friends
8
Pros:

Good location a short walk from many key city areas. Awkward bathroom but still very usable. Would recommend the room for 1 person but we were sharing between 2 and it was too small

2024-06-22 via Nuitee
M
Mirella
10
Pros:

Access to kitchen balcony gym bowling ect
Close to centre town
Comfortable spacious room

2023-08-17 via Nuitee
G
Giorgio partner
6
Pros:

The room was not very clean, the staff was not coordinated, in the first day said that we can leave the luggage in the reception but in the last day they said no.

2023-07-02 via Nuitee
A
Abby friends
10
Pros:

Lovely modern room for a decent price

2022-07-29 via Nuitee
D
Derek
8
Decent accommodations
Pros:

Check in process was simple, and lobby always had staff on hand. The bed is somewhat uncomfortable and toiletries provided are scant, but not unreasonable for price. Overall good, not great.

2022-07-27 via Nuitee
L
Luke
6
Pros:

This room was surprisingly spartan for the expanse of this residence. there was no shampoo or soap in washroom. Small room. Overall not very good value.

2022-07-27 via Nuitee
E
Emily friends
10
Pros:

Really friendly reception staff who were present at all times to answer any questions we had. The room and the shared kitchen were clean and ideal. About a 20 minute walk along the river to temple bar, and less for many amazing restaurants and pubs, etc. Perfect for a short term stay.

2022-07-22 via Nuitee
L
Lorie Denise partner
6
Pros:

It was assessable to certain areas that we needed and to transportation and Mike was the noisy birds and they need to put something on their doors it’s too much slamming

2022-07-22 via Nuitee
A
Andrea partner
2
Pros:

If you want to sleep, do not book here. I think the room feeling stuffy and warm was a rare thing in Dublin but because of this, we really needed the window open to feel comfortable. Unfortunately people yell in the courtyard all night long and you can’t get any sleep. Even with the window closed it was loud and didn’t stop till around 5am. It also doesn’t help that people pound on the doors from the inside as well. Also the bed is like sleeping on flat plastic water bottles, and a double is tight for two adults. I guess if you were two very small humans it’d be fine, or maybe if the bed was comfortable. The sink was clogged and took forever to drain. Also there are no extra sheets, towels, blankets, pillows or hand towels. It’s rough.

2022-07-16 via Nuitee
M
Milo friends
10
Pros:

Very nice and clean

2022-06-27 via Nuitee
A
Alice friends
10
Pros:

Great place super safe and clean and convenient

2022-06-23 via Nuitee
M
Marshall
8
Pros:

there isn't enough space for a full review

2022-06-18 via Nuitee
G
Gemma partner
10
Pros:

It was a great place to stay. Close enough to Dublin centre. The bed is a small double but fine for a couple. Although ours was in really bad condition so had to sleep on the duvet. The room was warm enough so it worked. Great place, would recommend but they need to invest in new mattresses

2022-06-17 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler partner
10
Pros:

This is student accommodation that’s available to stay in out of term time. You pay a budget price but get a very clean and modern place to stay located in the heart of Dublin. The reception staff were friendly. The room is small and the facilities are very basic... but it offers overall great value for the price. We would happily stay again.

2019-08-29 via Nuitee