About Sky Backpackers
Sky Backpackers offers
hostel accommodation in a refurbished music studio, and features activities such
as Irish Dance lessons and parties, free Wi-Fi and a shared lounge with cable
TV. The hostel is in the centre of Dublin less than a block from the River
Liffey and only a few minutes’ walk from the Ha’penny Bridge.
Sky Backpackers offers a range of accommodation options including private rooms for up to six people, and female-only dormitories. All rooms are complete with an en suite and are cleaned daily.
Additional features of the hostel include security lockers, a laundry, airport transfers, luggage storage and 24-hour reception.
The hostel is complete with vending machines, and tea and coffee-making facilities.
The hostel’s central location puts all of Dublin’s major attractions, including the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and St Patrick’s Cathedral, within easy walking distance.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Ideal central location
The hostel's central location is one of its stand-out features, enabling guests to explore Dublin on foot and reach the main attractions within a matter of minutes. The Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and Grafton Street, where guests will find shops, cafes and street entertainment, are all a few minutes' walk, as is the heart of Dublin nightlife, the Temple Bar district.
positive:
Activities a bonus
Reviewers enjoyed the activities arranged by the hostel, which helped solo travellers in particular to meet other guests and make the most of their time in Dublin. A number of reviewers who travelled alone say this was a great option with a very social ambience.
positive:
Friendly, helpful staff complete the hostel
Almost every previous guests compliments the staff on their excellent work in creating a warm, inviting atmosphere that adds to the relaxed nature of the accommodation.
Negative Reviews
negative:
A little pricey
A number of previous guests were rather surprised by the price they paid for a bed in a dormitory, commenting that they have traditionally chosen hostels due to their more budget-friendly pricing. However, most were happy enough with the accommodation that they did not feel the need to complain too much about the cost.
negative:
Some noise complaints
Though it seems few reviewers were bothered by noise during their stay, there are some guests who recommend earplugs due to external noise and in case of inconsiderate fellow guests.
negative:
Room facilities could be better
According to previous guests there are some ways the accommodation could be improved, as the rooms lack facilities such as enough power outlets and storage space for all in the room.