We are located in the middle of Dublin City near Temple Bar, The Guinness Storehouse, Christchurch Cathedral, Jameson Distillery and along the banks of the famous River Liffey.We are directly opposite the ' Four Courts ', the main law courts of Ireland from which we take our name.
From The Airport Cheapest way
The 16A Bus departs directly outside the arrivals hall and will drop you on O'Connell street. The Journey time is around 40 minutes but can be much longer depending on the traffic as this is just an ordinary bus service and not a special Airport bus so it has a lot of stops. The cost is €2.20 and make sure you have exact change as none is given on the bus.
From O'Connell street you can hop onto the Luas (Tram) and get off at the Four Courts stop. Cross over the river as we are on the other side. Alternatively you can walk from O'Connell street by crossing over the bridge , turning right and walking straight along the river side. Will take 10-15 minutes walking. If you need directions along the way don't be shy and just ask as someone will always help you in Dublin. You can also check the Dublin Bus website at www.dublinbus.ie
Closest way
The Airlink bus No.748 departs directly outside the arrivals hall every 20 minutes and will drop you outside the door of the Hostel. If you ask the driver nicely he will drop you right outside the door. The cost is €6.00 and the Journey time is 20-30 mins approx. If you have heavy bags this is the way to travel.
Express way - 24hr option
There is also an express Air coach that operates every 15 minutes from 4.30am to midnight and then half hourly until 4.30am and costs €7.00. This will drop you on O' Connell street which is a 12 minute walk form the Hostel.
Easy way - Taxis
Taxis from the airport cost around €20 - €25 and take around 25 minutes off peak and 40 minutes in rush hour traffic. It's good value for 4 persons travelling together.
From the Bus station ( Busarus)
The No. 90 Bus will cost you just €1.00 and will leave you just outside the door of the Hostel on Merchants Quay. It will take around 5 minutes. If you walk it will take you 25 minutes. A Taxi will be around €5.00.
YOu can also take the Luas (Tram) to the stop called Four Courts, and cross over the bridge.
From Dublin Ferry Port
Immediately outside the port you can get the No.53 or 53A bus which will take you to the city centre. Then follow the instructions as above form O'Connell Street to the Hostel. If you are driving follow the signs to the city centre which will lead you to the south bank of the Liffey, pass Four Traffic bridges and we are on the left on Merchants Quay.
From the Train Station (Heuston and Connolly)
The No. 90 bus runs between both Heuston and Connolly stations and it passes right outside our door. It will cost €1.You can also take the LUAS (light rail system) from both stations. Get off at the Four Courts Stop. Then head towards the river, over the bridge and take the first right. The Hostel is 200 yards on the left on Merchants Quay. It will cost you €1.50
From Irish Ferries Terminal North Wall
Take the city express to the Bus station (Busarus) and then same as directions above form the bus station.
From Dun Laoghaire Ferry Terminal
The DART service which is Dublin city's rapid train service leaves form Dun Laoghaire Dart station and will bring you to Tara street station in Dublin City Centre. It is a 20 minute walk to the Hostel from here. You pass over 5 bridges to get to Merchants quay. Keep to the left of the river. We are on Merchants Quay.
