Griffith Halls of Residence Reviews

Adam Bucharaya 2025.10.13

     

My experience at Griffith Halls of Residence was absolutely terrible. The accommodation is extremely basic for the very high price they charge, and whenever something needs to be fixed, it takes ages for them to do it, while in the winter time they shut down the heaters so they can save money, they don’t care about the people who lives there they care just about their money. But the worst part — they refused to return my deposit, claiming I “burned the lift.” I have absolutely no idea what that even means. I asked them politely to show me proof, and instead of any proper explanation, the manager started shouting at me, literally saying “I don’t care” right in my face. I was left sitting there for about 30 minutes waiting, only for them to show me a video of me pushing my scooter (which was switched off) — and apparently that was their “proof.” I tried contacting them for almost two months afterward, and they completely ignored me. It’s been about four months since this happened, and still no resolution. Honestly, if you respect yourself and your money, avoid this place. They treat students in a very unprofessional and disrespectful way. If they can’t provide solid proof of what they accuse me of. I really not recommend this place.

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.10.14

Hi Adam,

Thank you for your review.

We're sorry to read your negative comments pertaining to some elements of our accommodation. Regarding price, we are one of the most economical options in our locality, with our shared twin room being particularly desirable for prospective resident on a budget.

Heating wise, our heaters do not shut down. Our system was last year, while you were in situ, upgraded. All apartments are now furnished with reactive heaters which are updated based on prevailing weather conditions.

We note that you were prohibited from any future bookings due to excessive security reports from your apartment. You were advised of this decision on 22 November 2024.

Your deposit was approved for release by our general manager on 19 August 2025.

elena boyadzhieva 2025.09.20

     

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.10.14

Thank you for your kind review, Elena :)

Ivan Lee 2025.09.19

     

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.10.14

Thank you for your kind review, Ivan. We look forward to welcoming you back in future.

Cristina 2025.09.07

     

Our experience at the Residence was fantastic. The staff, comfort, quietness, and location made our stay truly enjoyable. You can also park your car inside the property, which is very convenient. The only point for improvement was the bathroom. The space was quite small, and there wasn’t a separate bathtub or shower area, which meant the entire bathroom floor would get wet.

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the comfort, quietness, convenient parking, and especially the service from our staff. Your feedback about the bathroom layout is appreciated, though we are prevented from expanding them by the shape of the building.

We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Jochen Schippert 2025.09.04

     

Wir waren für eine Städtereise für 4 Nächte in Dublin. Für uns die perfekte Unterkunft. Das Zentrum ist auch gut zu Fuß erreichbar, Busanbindung sehr gut, viele Haltestellen im Umkreis perfekt. Kleiner Spar-Markt gegenüber. Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen. Es wurde uns alles gezeigt und gut erklärt. Wir sind bereits am Überlegen ob wir nächstes Jahr noch einmal kommen werden. Wir waren überaus zufrieden.

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted that you found our location, transport connections, and nearby amenities so convenient, and that you felt warmly welcomed during your stay. It’s fantastic to hear that you are already thinking about returning - we would be thrilled to host you again next year. We’re so glad you were extremely satisfied with your visit!

Lucy Qwerty 2025.09.04

     

Spacious and well-equipped apartment with a proper double bed and a comfortable sofa in the living room/kitchen. A hairdryer is available at reception. The kitchen was newly equipped, and the smart decision to provide us with exactly 4 plates, 4 glasses, 4 bowls, 4 forks, etc., forced all my travel companions to keep everything clean! Clear and timely communication. Strategic location across from a Spar, with a Tesco a 7-minute walk away. The bus stop takes you to the city centre in about 20-25 minutes. It's about a 25-minute walk. They exceeded expectations on the last day. When the taxi to the airport arrived, I couldn't get in due to a very painful attack of kidney stones. They took care of everything: the 999 call, first aid, they took my bags back to the storage room, and someone stayed with me until the ambulance arrived. A few hours later, the call came: do you need a room for tonight too? Yes? OK, we'll leave your things in your new apartment. Upon our return at 2 in the morning, the security guard checked our ID, gave us the keys and directions to the apartment. Late checkout. They'd thought of everything. Thank you so much for everything!!

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your excellent review, Lucy. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

FJavier M. Suarez 2025.09.03

     

Estamos hablando de una residencia de estudiantes que funciona también como hospedaje externo, con las ventajas e inconvenientes que pueden presentar. El driver de contratación fue el precio. Unos 230€/ noche por un apartamento con salón-cocina y 2 habitaciones con dos baños, que en Dublin es un precio bastante competitivo. Máxime teniendo en cuenta que estábamos a una distancia bastante razonable de la zona de ocio de Dublin, unos 20.minutos andando. El personal es muy amable y siempre trata de ayudar, muy de carácter irlandés en ese aspecto. El apartamento estaba limpio, con algunos fallos que deberían mejorarse como la limpieza de la vitro o algún armario de la cocina. El.menaje, el justo. 4 platos, vasos, 4 tazas y sus 4 cubiertos. Una sarten, una olla y poco más. Una gran nevera y un hermoso congelador separados. No dispone de TV. El sofá era nuevo. Las habitaciones, una de matrimonio con una cama King size y la otra doble cumplian su funcion. Los baños muy pequeños, de hecho la ducha está absolutamente integrada en el baño, de hecho no hay plato y el desagüe está en el.propio suelo del baño. Eso no le gusta nada. El único problema que ha bajado realmente mi evaluación-que si no seria un 4-han sido los colchones. El de la cama King siempre no estaba para ser utilizado. Los de las cama individuales mejor, sin alardes.

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your stay. We’re glad to hear that you appreciated our competitive rates, convenient location, and the friendliness of our staff.

We also take careful note of your feedback regarding the kitchen equipment, bathroom layout, and especially the mattresses. Guest comfort is very important to us, and your comments will help us prioritize improvements in these areas.

We’re pleased that overall you found the apartment clean and functional, and we truly hope to have the chance to welcome you again with an even better experience.

Marc Rius 2025.08.31

     

Residència estudiantes donde te puedes alojar para visita a Dublín Hay 20min andando al centro. Equipado con cocina

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad you found the residence conveniently located and appreciated the kitchen facilities. We hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Dublin!

Christine BXL 2025.08.29

     

We stayed at Griffith Halls of Residence as a family for two nights and found it a good and practical option in Dublin. The apartment was clean, functional, and well located, with friendly staff and good value for money. There are a few areas that could be improved. The kitchen equipment is very basic – it worked for us, though a simple salad bowl would have been handy. The blinds don’t fully block out light, so a sleep mask might be useful for light-sensitive guests. Sound insulation is also limited: on our first night it was quiet, but on the second we were disturbed by noisy guests outside until late. Clearer communication of quiet hours could help. In our apartment, a water tank next to the bedroom was also quite noisy when taps were used. Even with these minor issues, our overall experience was positive. We understand the residence is mainly designed for students, and with that in mind, it provided a convenient and budget-friendly base for our trip. We would recommend it to families or anyone looking for straightforward, affordable accommodation.

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your review, Christine. Thank you very much for your thoughtful and detailed review. We’re delighted to hear that you found the apartment clean, functional, well located, and good value for money, and that our staff made you feel welcome.



It’s wonderful to know that, overall, you had a positive stay and would recommend us as a convenient and budget-friendly option in Dublin. We’d be very happy to welcome you and your family back again in the future.

Sissi 2025.08.29

     

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your review, Sissi.

Ga La 2025.08.25

     

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your review, Ga La!

kellyan belaud 2025.08.20

     

Hormis la douche et les toilettes qui le sont pas très optimale, rien a redire.

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your review, Kellyan!

Kathryn Ferguson-Leitch 2025.08.19

     

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your review, Kathryn!

carrielee mahon 2025.08.17

     

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your review, Carrielee!

Aleksandra Wojciechowska 2025.08.15

     

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your review, Aleksandra!

Adriana Riva 2025.08.15

     

Great location, very helpful staff, the young lady at the reception was really nice and patient - bus routen 122 into the centre just in front of the main gate - Spotless 3 bedrooms with everything you need. Two showers and toilets. Great little kitchen/ lounge area-with huge fridge. 24 hour security staff. We were late and the reception desk was closed but they help us with directions and information.

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your kind review, Adriana. It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your stay.

Benigna Sanz 2025.08.15

     

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your review, Benigna!

David Kožený 2025.08.14

     

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.09.16

Thank you for your review, David!

Nicolas Delorme 2025.08.14

     

Absolutely avoid!! Capitalism at its best. GHR refused to refund/reschedule our family vacation cancelled because my child's leg was broken in a car accident.

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Oliver Seifert 2025.08.09

     

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Reply from Griffith Halls of Residence 2025.08.13

Thank you for your review Oliver. We hope to welcome you back to GHR at some point in the future!