I can highly recommend Motel One after spending two nights at the Dublin branch. The hotel is modern, clean and welcoming. It’s hard to believe this was on the cheaper end of the scale for Dublin, it’s basic but very modern, the rooms were a decent size and the king size bed was very comfortable. It’s within walking distance of Temple Bar as well as the vast majority of sights around Dublin. The location couldn’t have been better. Staff were all polite including the housekeepers who do a great job. We didn’t eat at the hotel as personally we don’t like a continental breakfast but plenty of cafes within walking distance. If visiting Dublin again I wouldn’t hesitate to book here as an ideal place to base yourself, particularly if you really are just using it as a place to stay whilst you explore.
