CROKE PARK STUDIO

Hotels
7 (231 reviews)
81 Ballybough Road , Dublin , ie

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
CCTV outside property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good communication
Affordable pricing
Accessible location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise disturbances
Room size and heating problems

Categories

Cleanliness
4.96
The cleanliness was a significant issue, with mentions of dirt, mold, and a general lack of cleanliness in several reviews.
Service
8.43
The service received positive remarks, particularly for prompt communication and responsiveness.
Location
7.97
Many reviews pointed out convenient access to public transport and proximity to the city center.
Room Quality
6.42
Room quality varied, with notes on small size and noise issues but some positive aspects like good distribution and equipment.
Amenities
7.45
Amenities were generally viewed positively, with kitchen facilities being highlighted.
Value for Money
6.91
The value for money is acceptable, as it offers low-cost options with some trade-offs.
Food and Beverage
6.96
Food and beverage options were minimally mentioned but included essentials like water and coffee.
Overall Experience
6.93
Overall experience was mixed, with certain aspects praised while significant concerns were raised.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 16:56

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in the vibrant Drumcondra district, CROKE PARK STUDIO is just steps away from Connolly Train Station and the iconic Croke Park Stadium. Explore the city with ease while enjoying complimentary WiFi and on-site parking.

Family-Friendly Accommodation
With spacious family rooms and a welcoming terrace, our property is perfect for guests of all ages. Each unit is equipped with modern amenities including a well-fitted kitchen, streaming services, and a cozy patio for relaxation.

Nearby Attractions
Discover Dublin's rich history with attractions like The Convention Centre, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, and Trinity College just a short distance away. Make the most of your stay at CROKE PARK STUDIO and book now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 231 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.96
Service: 8.43
Location: 7.97
Room Quality: 6.42
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 6.91
Food and Beverage: 6.96
Overall Experience: 6.93
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Julio extended_group ie
1
Pros:

Good location, clean

Cons:

The owner just didn’t send the informations to check in, we had to book a hostel for the 1st night. WiFi doesn’t work in the apartment 3, no range. My mom didn’t sleep because of the noice caused by the neighbours

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Spela family_with_children si
5
Nice rest with some unnecessary unpleasant surprises.
Pros:

Proximity to the city centre. Very nice small outside area in front of this well-kept ground-floor studio. Quiet and otherwise clean. Good use of space for a tiny, tiny studio. In principle, everything you need, apart from the fact that all the dishes were dirty in the dishwasher (which didn't work). Clean sheet and comfortable beds. Very close to Lidl. Parking in the street is possible if you are lucky.

Cons:

There were no clean dishes in the kitchen - all dirty in the dishwasher (which we only noticed after trying to have dinner all with one fork). The staff is unresponsive. We waited for 4 h after check-in time before they sent us the entrance codes. They kept asking for the WhatsUp contact, which is strange because we were calling and texting them for 4 hours to get the codes. They only sent the codes after I called Booking customer service. There were burnt-out cigarette butts and half-empty cans outside the studio entrance, which we had to clean up ourselves.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Gemma extended_group gb
5
Did the job
Pros:

The mattresses were comfortable enough

Cons:

The bathroom and main room was dirty
The shower was broken - apparently this was fixed during our stay but it wasn't
There was hardly any kitchen utensils
The microwave wasn't plugged in and was too high to use anyway
There wasn't really anywhere comfortable to sit but the room is too small to put a chair

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
S
Susan couple ca
1
Unresponsive staff did not add any value to this booking, would not recommend.
Cons:

Before I even checked in, I was asked for a 5 star review, not a good start….
In the bathroom, only one hand towel for two people. When I asked for two bath towels, I was told one was enough. Didn’t get a bath mat until the last day. The shower was full of mildew. I had to ask for more toilet paper…what place wouldn’t have a couple extra rolls?
The room is small but I expected that. The wifi never reached our room and we had to buy extra data to compensate.
The walls need a complete cleaning, marks and stains all over. There’s paint peeling on the ceiling.
Two taxi drivers warned us it was an unsafe area. The place is near a main street so traffic noise was clearly heard all night.

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
A
Alicia couple gb
1
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
S
Stephen solo_traveller ie
1
Pros:

Bad

Cons:

Bad

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
J
Jamie couple es
1
Id get a hotel
Pros:

The host was responsive.

Cons:

We turned up at the forst location and they have given us a small double instead of the family suite we had booked. Area pretty dodgy and the smell of weed from the ghetto neighbours was overwhelming. The host then offered us another option 10 mins in cab away. We arrived to find the beds were so uncomfortable that there was no way we could stay. We also felt a bit off put by the employees access door directly into our apartment. Didnt feel safe. The area is full of junkies also.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
Żaneta solo_traveller ie
7
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
S
Suzanne extended_group fr
1
Terrible experience
Cons:

The place was really dirty, the sheets and the walls were covered with dirt spots, nothing had been cleaned since a long time. There is no reception and the address is hard to find. The walls are super thin and some have holes in it. Just behind, there is an unsafe neighbourhood.

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Eneritz extended_group es
4
Cons:

Hi havia moho negre sota dels llits. Les parets son falses. Alguna cosa havia explotat dins del microones. La porta trasera estava trancada.

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple us
3
You get what you pay for... not much.
Pros:

The price was good and the location was ok.

Cons:

The listing says there is parking but there really isn't. There is a spot on the sidewalk on a very narrow one way street that you can only use if there isn't another car parked nearby.
The check-in communication was very poor. He gave me a code to get in the gate but did not tell me the key was in a lockbox or give me the lockbox code. I needed to call to get that code.
There wasn't even a full roll of toilet paper and there was no extra paper in the apartment. We had to call him to get us paper and he said he would and didn't. We had to call him again before he finally got us more toilet paper for the apartment.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
B
Beatriz solo_traveller es
8
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
K
Kit couple gb
10
The advert did not do the place justice, it was great.
Pros:

I liked that I could come and go as I pleased, with plenty of privacy. I was impressed with the room, it was nicely decorated and I appreciated the snacks and drinks that were supplied too.

Cons:

I would have liked earlier communication, a message to say that my booking was received and how to find the place/ get inside. I was a little worried when I hadn’t received instructions and was ready to head to the room. Although, I must add, when I messaged the owner, I did get a very quick response.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Olga couple pl
3
Cons:

Rezerwację odwołano w dniu planowanego noclegu, co spowodowało komplikacje podczas podróży i szukanie innego noclegu. Z obiektem zero kontaktu. Na plus bezproblemowy zwrot kosztów.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Lari couple fi
8
Olari21
Pros:

Patio, jääkaappi, TV, siisti.

Cons:

Hieman viileä

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Arianna extended_group it
8
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
A
ANNETTE solo_traveller fr
8
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
J
Jodie💙 extended_group gb
1
Horrible and purely unprofessional
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

He gave us the wrong property in some employee section attic that was still under construction with no bathroom apart from a tiny shared one with the staff. There was mold all over it and it was in a unsafe location

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
C
Colin couple gb
1
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
M
Maria solo_traveller ie
6
Ok
Pros:

Easy check in. Complimentary wine on arrival. Smart tv. Nice bathroom, especially the shower. Comfy bed

Cons:

Had to ring for check in instructions. The cleaner knocked twice asking us to leave even though we had booked and paid for 2 nights. Water shut off but was promptly fixed. Smell of weed in the hallway and Someone tried to enter our bedroom

2026-04-30 via Nuitee