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The Merrion Hotel vs The Dawson Hostel - DUBLIN
Side-by-side comparison of two hotels in Dublin — score, location, comfort and price.
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The Merrion Hotel and The Dawson Hostel - DUBLIN in Dublin: neck and neck, shaped by reviews and confidence versus raw value for money.
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Coin flip. Both hotels perform nearly identically in Dublin — go with whichever fits your dates and price.
If you only remember one thing
The Merrion Hotel (75.31/100) and The Dawson Hostel - DUBLIN (77.99/100) are separated by just 2.68 points. There's no wrong choice here — it depends entirely on what matters most to you.
Choose The Merrion Hotel
- You trust the crowd — reviews matter more to you than anything
- A good night's sleep is worth paying for
- On-site amenities make your stay easier
Choose The Dawson Hostel - DUBLIN
- Your budget is the priority — you want the best rate
- You'd rather walk than take a taxi
Score comparison
| Dimension | The Merrion Hotel | The Dawson Hostel - DUBLIN |
|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 95.80 | 79.70 |
| Value | 50.00 | 93.85 |
| Location | 71.46 | 76.87 |
| Comfort | 98.80 | 78.20 |
| Services | 65.00 | 50.00 |
| Overall | 75.31 | 77.99 |
Detailed analysis
Reputation: The Merrion Hotel takes Reputation by 16.1 points — clearly ahead.
Value: The Dawson Hostel - DUBLIN takes Value by 43.85 points — clearly ahead.
Location: The Dawson Hostel - DUBLIN takes Location by 5.41 points — noticeably ahead.
Comfort: The Merrion Hotel takes Comfort by 20.6 points — clearly ahead.
Services: The Merrion Hotel takes Services by 15 points — noticeably ahead.
Price
The Merrion Hotel
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The Dawson Hostel - DUBLIN
EUR 22
Bed in 20 Bed Mixed Dorm
Facilities
Both hotels
Non-smoking rooms
Only The Merrion Hotel
1 swimming poolFacilities for disabled guestsFitness centerFree WifiParking on sitePrivate ParkingRestaurantRoom serviceSpaWifi in all areas
Only The Dawson Hostel - DUBLIN
24-hour front deskCCTV in common areasDaily housekeepingFire extinguishersHeatingLaundryVending machine (drinks)