Host Family Accommodation in Dublin

Host family accommodation in Dublin allows teachers, Erasmus+ participants and international students to experience Irish family life and culture while studying at ISI Dublin.

Host family accommodation is a popular option for participants who would like a welcoming home environment during their stay in Ireland. ISI Dublin places participants with carefully selected host families according to their individual needs, preferences and requirements.

Accommodation at a glance

An Irish home and everyday language practice during your stay in Dublin.

IRISH HOME

Live with a local family

Experience daily life and Irish culture in a welcoming family setting.

ENGLISH PRACTICE

Learn beyond the classroom

Build your confidence through everyday conversations in English.

ROOM & MEALS

Homestay arrangements

Choose from the available room and meal arrangements, subject to confirmation.

Host family accommodation for teachers

Staying with an ISI host family gives teachers and Erasmus+ participants the opportunity to practise English outside the classroom, experience daily life in Dublin and enjoy the support of a local household during their programme.

Host families provide comfortable accommodation as part of your stay, with single and shared room options available. Shared rooms are normally suitable for participants travelling together.

Homestay accommodation Dublin options

Explore four room and meal arrangements with our selected Irish host families.

HALF-BOARD

Single Room

For one participant

Total for 1 week · including booking fee
€335 1-week total
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RoomMost of the year€260per week
High season supplement27 June to 6 September+€30per week
Booking feeFor the whole accommodation booking€75paid once
Summer total for 1 week: €365 (including booking fee)

Meals included

Breakfast and dinner each day, plus a light or packed lunch on Saturday and Sunday.

HALF-BOARD

Shared Room

For participants travelling together

Total for 1 week · including booking fee
€315 1-week total
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RoomMost of the year€240per week
High season supplement27 June to 6 September+€20per week
Booking feeFor the whole accommodation booking€75paid once
Summer total for 1 week: €335 (including booking fee)

Meals included

Breakfast and dinner each day, plus a light or packed lunch on Saturday and Sunday.

FULL-BOARD

Single Room

For one participant

Total for 1 week · including booking fee
€380 1-week total
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RoomMost of the year€305per week
High season supplement27 June to 6 September+€15per week
Booking feeFor the whole accommodation booking€75paid once
Summer total for 1 week: €395 (including booking fee)

Meals included

Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included each day.

FULL-BOARD

Shared Room

For participants travelling together

Total for 1 week · including booking fee
€345 1-week total
View price breakdown
RoomMost of the year€270per week
High season supplement27 June to 6 September+€35per week
Booking feeFor the whole accommodation booking€75paid once
Summer total for 1 week: €380 (including booking fee)

Meals included

Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included each day.

Summer prices: 27 June to 6 September. Totals shown include one week of accommodation and the €75 booking fee, charged only once per reservation. For longer stays, add the weekly room rate for each extra week; course fees are separate. Shared rooms are for participants travelling together. Rates and availability are confirmed before booking; special dietary requests and Christmas stays may incur additional weekly charges. See Teacher Training Fees for details.

Host family locations and support

ISI Dublin host families are visited by our accommodation team and Garda vetted, with placements arranged according to participants’ preferences, dietary needs and availability. Our accommodation team offers support throughout the stay and can meet participants in person when needed. Staying with a host family provides everyday English practice and a welcoming local home, particularly for teachers, intensive English learners and Erasmus+ participants. Half-board includes breakfast and dinner every day, plus a light or packed lunch at weekends; full-board includes breakfast, a packed lunch and dinner daily. Most families are based in Dublin’s suburbs, with typical public transport journeys of 45–75 minutes to the city centre. Both ISI Dublin centres are within a five-minute walk of nearby bus stops and train stations.

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