Experience Dublin’s vibrant energy at Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House, where modern comfort meets entertainment. Close to Guinness Storehouse and Trinity College, this hotel offers an arcade/game room for friendly competition, laundry facilities for a fresh start, a gym to stay active, in-room WiFi for seamless connection and smoke-free premises with elevator access.
City Centre Dublin, a neighbourhood in Dublin, is home to Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House. St. Patrick's Cathedral and Dublin Castle are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Guinness Storehouse and Dublin Port. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Croke Park or Aviva Stadium. Visit our Dublin travel guide
8 Grangegorman Lower, Arran Quay, Dublin
What's nearby
Jameson Distillery Bow St.
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Guinness Storehouse
15 min walk - 1.3 km
O'Connell Street
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Dublin Castle
16 min walk - 1.3 km
Trinity College
4 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Dublin Drumcondra Station
4 min drive
Smithfield Station
7 min walk
Dublin Airport (DUB)
28 min drive
Restaurants
JJ's Bar
6 min walk
Bonobo
6 min walk
The Reserve Bar
6 min walk
Walsh's Pub
3 min walk
L. Mulligan Grocer
4 min walk
About this property
Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House
Hotel near Guinness Storehouse
Located close to Dublin Castle and O'Connell Street, Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House provides an arcade/games room, laundry facilities and a gym. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
A lift and smoke-free property
Guest reviews say great things about the first-rate property condition
Room features
All 300 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Communal kitchens, heating and limited housekeeping
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
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Heating
Shared accommodation
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property is professionally cleaned
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
National rating
This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House located?
Located in City Centre Dublin, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Jameson Distillery Bow St., Guinness Storehouse and Phoenix Park. O'Connell Street and St. Patrick's Cathedral are also within 1 mile (2 km). Smithfield Station is 7 minutes by foot and Grangegorman Tram Stop is 8 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Yugo Explore - Ardcairn House Reviews
7.8
Good
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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.
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.
Carole
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Sabbina
2 Jul 2024
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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
Nice budget option, so no TV or shampoo etc but well linked up for transport via the Luas (tram)
Adrian
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emily
22 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.
Emily
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
James
22 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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
James
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Derek
27 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Decent accommodations
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.
Derek
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Lena
30 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice room but not in a perfect condition, door could only be locked with a 'trick', nub in shower missing etc.
Overall an okay accommodation even though quite pricey for what it is. Nevertheless the are is perfect to visit Dublin.
Lena
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
6/10 Okay
Giorgio
2 Jul 2023
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Giorgio
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Luke
27 Jul 2022
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.
Luke
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
6/10 Okay
Lorie Denise, Saskatoon
22 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Lorie Denise
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
2/10 Terrible
Andrea
16 Jul 2022
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Amenities
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.
C’était très propre et tout neuf. Très calme aussi car les chambres donnent sur des cours intérieures. Le personnel est aimable. Et c’est bon marché. Beaucoup de transports différents à moins de 10 minutes de pied. Le centre à 20 minutes à pied. Thé et petits gâteaux gratuits dans le hall. Parfait.
Für ein paar Nächte vollkommen ok, freundliches Personal, etwas überteuert, Kaum Geschirr in der Küche, nachts sehr laut.
Eckhard
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
GYU HYUN
18 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
2 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Correct mais sans plus
Propre, cuisine commune très bien équipée, mais petite chambre d'étudiant avec peu de confort (pas de cintres, de savon...)
Commerces très proches et tram vers le centre ville.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Milo
27 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Very nice and clean
Milo
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alice
23 Jun 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place super safe and clean and convenient
Alice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Marshall
18 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication