The Four Courts Hostel in Leixlip

In a stone-fronted building overlooking the River Liffey and adjacent to the bustling Temple Bar district, this colorful hostel is a 9-minute walk from Dublin Castle and a 16-minute walk from the Guinness Storehouse.The unfussy dorms (some female only) feature bunk beds, free Wi-Fi and shared bathrooms. Upgraded dorms and private rooms provide en suite bathrooms.Freebies include continental breakfast, a daily walking tour and a weekly BBQ, as well as bike storage and use of guest computers. There's also a communal kitchen, a game room, a TV lounge and a reading room.