Location is ok but you really need to get a bus or a taxi if going to the city center as it will take at least twenty five minutes to walk there. The Travelodge Dublin City Rathmines room itself was very warm and clean, but a little bit small. The staff were friendly and generally our stay there was good, I also enjoyed the breakfast. We only stayed for one to two nights, so I would recommend this place as great for a short trip. Definitely a cheap and cheerful.