Hosting Power offers a variety of accommodation choices, focusing on offering great comfort and privacy. You are guaranteed access to the kitchen to prepare and eat your meals and will have use of the washing machine to do your laundry.
Here are the 3 accommodation types we offer:
1) Private Room with Shared Bathroom When you book a room with Hosting Power, you'll have your own fully furnished private bedroom which has a comfortable single or double bed. You will share the other rooms with your host.
2) Private Room with Private Bathroom Additionally to your private room, you'll get your own private bathroom for your sole use. Ideal for someone who wants a little more privacy! You will share the other rooms, such as the kitchen, with your host.
3) Private Studio Our Studios are completely self-contained, including a fully private bathroom and kitchen. No space to share with anyone!
Booking a room or studio in Ireland with Hosting Power is simple and fast. Follow these easy steps to find and book your ideal accommodation.
1. Start your accommodation search. Go to hostingpower.ie, enter your city in Ireland, select your check-in and check-out dates, choose the number of guests, and click Search to view available rooms and studios. 2. Use filters to refine your results. Narrow down your search using filters such as price or bathroom type. Click on Advanced Options to access all filters and find accommodation that matches your needs. 3. Explore listings in detail. Scroll through the listings and click on any property to open it. Each listing includes a detailed description, photos, information about the home and host, and an accurate location map to help you choose the best fit.
If you want to narrow down your search when looking for your accommodation, you can use the search filters.
Available filters:
Location: Choose which side of the city you want to live in!
Sort by Price: Choose "Low to High" or "High to Low" to sort out the listing according to the rent amount.
Maximum Rent: Set up a maximum rent according to your budget.
Gender: Some hosts accept only female or male guests, indicate your gender to save time!
Transportation: Want to be close to the tram or train station? This is the option for you.
Bathroom: Looking for extra comfort? See only listings offering private or ensuite bathrooms!
Keywords: Looking for something really specific? Type any keywords and scan the listings!
This is very easy! On the search bar, you can click on "Location" or "Filter Location" to choose the area of your choice ((ie: "South Dublin City" or "Dublin 6"). Otherwise, please click on "Advanced Search" and then on the "Keywords" section you can type any area (ie: "Blackrock").
Enter your city destination and the check-in and check-out dates, then click on "Search Rooms". All listings which appear are available for your stay!
It is not possible to arrange viewings before booking a room or studio on Hosting Power. But don’t worry, we have visited nearly 1,800 rooms for you.
Visited properties When a viewing has been carried out, this will be indicated on the listing. You can find this in the “More Information” section of each listing.
Properties not physically visited and host verification If the property has not been physically visited, the host has provided information and photos about their property. Many hosts have provided a copy of their ID and/or utility bills, and this will be indicated in the “More Information” section with the label “Host Verified”.
Hosting Power has personally visited nearly 1,800 rooms. When a room or studio has been viewed, this will be clearly indicated on the listing.
You can find this information in the “More Information” section of each listing.
Some hosts have also provided a copy of their ID and/or utility bills. When this is the case, the label “Host Verified” will appear in the same section.
The minimum stay duration on Hosting Power is 1 month, and the maximum stay duration is 24 months.
This allows you to book medium-term accommodation in Ireland, whether you are staying for a short period or a longer stay.
The cost of a room on Hosting Power varies depending on the property.
All bills are included in the price, with no hidden costs and no rent increase during your entire stay.
The full rental price is clearly shown on each listing before you book, so you know exactly what you will pay.
All our rents are indexed based on current market prices, ensuring you pay a fair rent! We conduct regular market researches, recommend to our hosts on affordable rental prices, and, also, cap prices according to the market data (unlike our competitors!). And don't forget, all your bills are included, and your rent is fixed, so it can't be increased during your stay.
Yes, all bills are included in the rent price for all properties on Hosting Power.
Bed linen is also provided.
By default, the method of payment for rent is in cash.
If you and the host both agree, it is possible to change the method of payment to a bank transfer.
We will also provide a payment schedule to ensure easy tracking of your past and future rental payments
Yes, we will. We understand how crucial this can be for some of our guests!
As soon as your booking is confirmed, we will send you an invoice that you can use as proof of address for essential administrative purposes, specifically for Visa requirements, opening a bank account in Ireland, and applying for the PPS number.
You will be sharing the property with your host(s), most of whom are the landlords of the house.
Each host has a different background, but they all share a common goal: providing you with a warm welcome.
A host description is available on each listing, so you can learn more about your host before booking.
Yes, we can reassure you that this is usually not a problem. We currently have many guests working or studying from home. If you are willing to work or study from home, it's important to indicate that on your booking request so that your host will be aware of it before accepting your booking.
You can expect a comfortable and quiet environment.
Please note that some hosts might have young children, or pets living in the house. To find out more you can check the full description available on each listing.
All our guests must be at least 18 years old at the time of check-in to stay in one of our properties. Please note that it’s perfectly fine to book in advance if you are still 17 at the time of booking, as long as you will be 18 by the time you arrive at the property. Also, if you are booking a room for two people, the second guest must likewise be an adult at the time of check-in.
Yes, all rooms on Hosting Power are private, but you can choose to share a room with a friend or partner.
To do this, simply select the option for 2 guests when booking and proceed with your reservation.
If you share your room with a friend or partner, the rent charged by your host may increase to reflect the extra cost of accommodating a second guest. To check the total rental price for you and your friend sharing the room, simply select "2 Guests" in the main menu or directly on the room listing you are interested in. However, please note that Hosting Power does not charge anything extra for a 2-guest booking, so the service fee remains the same as for 1 guest.
Hosting Power is different from platforms like Daft.ie because it focuses on medium-term room rentals in Ireland where you live with a host. On Hosting Power, you can book a room directly online, while platforms like Daft.ie typically connect you with landlords, often resulting in no answer at all, rather than offering direct booking. You will rent a private room in a lived-in home, often with the landlord present, creating a more personal experience. All listings include bills in the rent price, with no rent increase during your stay, and clear information provided before booking. Your booking is also covered by Hosting Power Terms and Conditions, offering protection and clarity for your stay. Each property includes detailed descriptions, and most rooms have either been physically visited or verified, with this information clearly displayed on each listing.
Hosting Power prices may differ from other rental platforms because we work closely with the current market price in Ireland.
We do not accept listings that are priced above market value and actively advise landlords to set reasonable and fair rental prices.
This approach helps ensure that rooms and studios on Hosting Power remain competitively priced and often more affordable for guests.
Yes, Hosting Power is designed to be both safe and reliable.
Many of our properties have been physically visited, or hosts have provided verification documents such as ID and/or proof of address. When this is the case, it is clearly indicated on the listing.
Hosting Power is also reliable because you book under our Terms and Conditions, which landlords must respect at all times.
Properties on Hosting Power are verified in several ways.
Some properties have been physically visited by our team. When this is the case, it is clearly indicated on the listing.
In other cases, hosts have provided verification documents, such as a copy of their ID and/or proof of address. This is also indicated on the listing, typically in the “More Information” section with the label “Host Verified”.
When a property has not been verified by us, it may still be supported by guest activity, such as the number of guests who have booked and stayed in the property. In some cases, guests have also left reviews.
Booking a room or studio on Hosting Power is simple and done in just a few steps.
What are the steps to book a room?
How long does it take to confirm a booking?
Your booking will be confirmed within one working day maximum, but in most cases it takes only a few hours.
When am I charged?
You are only charged the service fee if the host accepts your booking request.
Hosting Power will never charge you before your request is accepted.
What happens when I enter my payment details?
When you submit a booking request, you will be asked to enter your payment details. This creates a temporary authorisation, not a charge.
If the host accepts your request → the service fee is charged. If the host declines or does not respond → you are not charged.
Why do I see a charge on my bank account?
In some cases, your bank may show the authorisation as a payment instead of a pending charge.
This is only temporary and will be automatically released. Depending on your bank, it may take a few days for the authorisation to disappear.
No, you will not be charged if your booking request is not accepted.
What happens if the host declines or does not respond?
If the host declines your request or does not respond within one working day, you are not charged.
You can then request another accommodation without having to enter your payment details again, or choose to cancel your payment authorisation if you do not wish to make another booking request.
The Hosting Power service fee is a one time fee paid when your booking is accepted. It covers all the services provided to you before and during your stay.
What does the service fee include?
The service fee gives you full support throughout your booking and stay, including:
This ensures a smooth, secure, and well-managed experience from start to finish.
What is not included in the service fee?
The service fee is separate from rent and deposit, which are paid directly to your host.
How is the service fee calculated?
The service fee is calculated based on the duration of your stay.
It is designed so that longer stays are more cost-efficient, meaning the average cost per day decreases the longer you book.
For this reason, we recommend booking for the full duration of your stay to benefit from a lower overall service fee.
The service fee on Hosting Power is not a fixed price, it depends on the duration of your booking and is very easy to check.
How can I check the exact service fee?
To see the exact amount, simply go to the Hosting Power website, enter your check in and check out dates, and select a room.
The exact service fee is instantly displayed before you confirm your booking request, so you always know the full cost upfront.
Why does the service fee vary?
The service fee is calculated based on your booking duration. It is designed so that the longer you stay, the lower it becomes proportionally, making longer stays more cost-efficient.
The service fee is the same whether you book the room for one person or share it with a friend or partner. It is calculated based on the duration of your stay, not the number of people, ensuring a simple and transparent pricing structure.
Does sharing the room change the service fee?
No, sharing the room does not affect the service fee. The fee depends on how long you stay, not how many people are staying.
Yes, a valid ID is required to finalise your booking for security reasons.
Why is ID required?
Providing a copy of your ID helps ensure a safe and trusted environment for both you and your host.
What type of ID do I need to provide?
You can provide:
Your ID must be valid, fully visible and easy to read.
How is my ID used and protected?
Your ID is used strictly for internal verification by Hosting Power.
Hosts have up to one working day to accept or decline a booking request. However, most bookings are confirmed within a few hours.
What happens once I send a booking request?
After you submit your request:
What if my request is not accepted?
If your request is declined or expires, you can request another accommodation or cancel your payment authorisation.
You can contact your host as soon as your booking is confirmed.
What happens after my booking is confirmed?
Once the host accepts your booking request, you will receive their full contact details, including:
You can then contact your host immediately.
Yes, you can request another room if your booking is declined and it and it is even easier the second time, as you have already authorised the payment.
What happens if my booking is declined?
If your booking request is declined, you will be notified within one working day at most.
You can then select and request another room straight away without having to enter your card details again, as your payment authorisation remains active.
Yes, you can request up to 20 rooms at the same time.
Is it recommended to request multiple rooms?
Yes, depending on the time of year, it can be recommended to select several rooms at once to increase your chances of securing accommodation quickly.
How does it work?
Bookings operate on a first host to accept, first booking confirmed basis.
This means that once one host accepts your request, your booking is confirmed.
For this reason, we recommend that you only select rooms you would be happy to book.
Do I need to enter my payment details again?
No, you do not need to enter your payment details again, as your payment authorisation remains active.
You can cancel a booking request at any time from your guest account.
If the host has not confirmed your request, you will not be charged.
How do I cancel a booking request?
Simply log in to your account and click “Cancel” next to the room(s) you no longer wish to book.
What if my booking has already been confirmed?
If your booking has already been confirmed, you can still cancel before check in without any rental payment or penalties to the host.
However, the service fee is non refundable.
You can pay the service fee using a debit card, credit card, or your PayPal account.
Is my payment secure?
Yes, your payment is fully secure.
We use Stripe and PayPal as our payment providers. These are highly trusted and secure platforms.
Your payment details are stored on their secure servers, not on Hosting Power’s systems, ensuring maximum protection.
Yes, your payment is highly secure.
How is my payment protected?
We use only trusted payment providers: Stripe and PayPal.
Your payment details are stored securely on their servers, not on Hosting Power, ensuring maximum protection.
Yes, you can cancel your payment authorisation before your booking is confirmed directly from your account.
When can I cancel my payment authorisation?
The “Cancel Payment Authorisation” option becomes available once all your booking requests have either been declined by the host or cancelled by you.
What happens if I cancel my payment authorisation?
Once you cancel your payment authorisation:
The service fee is non refundable once your booking has been confirmed.
When is the service fee charged?
What if my booking is not accepted?
Are there any exceptions?
In the event that a guest reports a clear breach of the Terms and Conditions by the host, Hosting Power will review the situation. If the breach is confirmed, and depending on its nature, a partial or full refund of the service fee may be offered, even after the booking has been confirmed.
Hosting Power offers a simple and guest friendly cancellation and refund policy: if you cancel your request before the host confirms your booking, you will not be charged anything.
What happens if I cancel after my booking is confirmed?
If you cancel after your booking has been confirmed:
In the event of a proven breach of the Terms and Conditions by the host, Hosting Power may review the situation and, depending on the nature of the breach, offer a partial or full refund of the service fee.
Your host will offer you a warm welcome on your day of arrival and let you settle in the private room you have booked. Your host will also show you the common areas, such as the kitchen, and explain how to use the appliances. They will also provide any relevant information, such as how the alarm works, etc. From your side, you will be expected to pay your first weekly rent and the deposit during your check-in.
Sure! You will have access to the kitchen as well as all the necessary utensils to prepare your own meals. You will have sufficient time to cook each of your meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; and also have all-time access for preparing cold snacks, tea, etc. You can check the terms and conditions for full details of rules for the common use of the kitchen for all occupants of the household.
Yes, when WiFi is available at the property, it will also be available for you to use free of charge. Please note that not all our properties have WiFi/internet access available. However, very affordable (from €12.99 a month) and high speed unlimited Mobile Data Plans are now available in Ireland. These mobile plans are suitable for anyone living in Ireland, even temporarily, as they can be cancelled at any time. If it is still important for you to have WiFi available at the property, do not forget to indicate it clearly in your guest description, so your host is aware of it before accepting your booking request.
Yes, you will be allowed to use the washing machine up to twice a week so you can do your own laundry. Using the washing machine is free of charge, and your host will show you where to dry your laundry.
Everybody needs privacy and this is why your allocated room is considered your own private room for the entire duration of your stay.
Accordingly, your host can only access your room for safety reasons, for example, making sure no appliances such as the radiator were left on, checking if your window has been properly closed, etc.
As it is your fully private room, you will be responsible for this and expected to keep your room clean and tidy at all times.
The rent is paid on a weekly basis, upfront and directly to your host. This means that you will pay the first rent to your host on the day of your arrival, and then every week the same day thereafter.
Don't forget, by booking with Hosting Power you are guaranteed that the rent you pay is in line with the current market price or even below. Also, all bills are included in the rent!
By default, the method to pay your rent is in cash.
If you and the host discuss the payment method and both agree, it is possible to change it to a bank transfer.
Yes, you will be requested to provide a deposit on your day of arrival. It will be collected and refunded to you at the end of your stay, directly by your host. For more detailed information, please review the Terms and Conditions related to deposits.
The deposit will be collected by your host on your day or arrival. It will be refunded to you at the end of your stay, directly by your host.
We will provide you with a Deposit Form to sign with your host so that you can keep track of it.
Yes, if you need to extend your stay, most of the time it will be possible. However, we recommend that you book for the full duration of your stay in case the room is not available after your original booking terminates.
A small admin fee of only €20 and a daily fee of €1.01 per extra day will apply to finalise your extension of stay.
Yes, of course! The room will be yours for the entire duration you have booked whether you are in Ireland or momentarily away on holidays.
Please note that it also means that the rent is due for the entire duration booked.
No worries, we understand that certain circumstances may be out of your control, and you may need to leave before your scheduled check-out date.
If you need to depart earlier, you must provide your host with a minimum of 1 or 2 weeks’ notice, depending on the notice period set on the listing.
No penalties will be applied for early departure, and your deposit cannot be withheld by your host solely because of your early departure, as long as you provide the required notice (please refer to the deposit Terms and Conditions for further details).
Please note that your final paid rental week will not be pro-rated if you depart within 7 days of your last weekly payment.
No, it is important to know that for the comfort of all occupants, it is strictly not allowed for you to bring anyone at any time into the house.
Your deposit will be refunded on the day of your departure by your host.
However, there are specific circumstances under which the host may retain your deposit. These include instances where you have caused damage to the property or have missed past rental payments.
If you leave your accommodation before your scheduled check-out date without providing at least one week's notice, your host may also retain your deposit. However, this depends on the specific circumstances surrounding your early departure.
For more detailed information, please review the Terms and Conditions related to deposits.
It is very important for us that you enjoy your stay.
In the highly unlikely event that the property or the welcome you receive is significantly different from what was described in the listing, and you choose to leave earlier because of this — don’t worry! You will receive a refund for the portion of the service fee that corresponds to the unused remaining weeks of your booking.
We love communicating! We reply to all our queries by email only as we find that this is the best and most efficient way to provide you with the most complete responses in the shortest period of time possible.
So, feel free to contact us by email at support@hostingpower.ie if you have any questions.
Most of the houses are, but not all of them!
When WiFi is available at the property, it will also be available for you to use free of charge.
Please note that very affordable (from €12.99 a month) and high speed unlimited Mobile Data Plans are now available in Ireland. These mobile plans are suitable for anyone living in Ireland, even temporarily, as they can be cancelled at any time.
If it is still important for you to have WiFi available at the property, do not forget to indicate it clearly in your guest description, so your host is aware of it before accepting your booking request.
No, all our rooms are let on a self-catering basis.
It means you will buy your own food and have access to the kitchen facilities and utensils to cook your meals.
Pretty much everything is included! The rent includes your own private room, use of the kitchen and washing machine, bills, and bed linen.
Definitely! All our rooms are available on a 7 days a week basis, so this includes weekends.
Some are, some aren't! If it is really important for you to have a desk, all you need to do is check the pictures and description on each listing and you will see it clearly mentioned if there is one.
Yes! You can do your own laundry. The property will be equipped with a washing machine that you will be allowed to use.
Also, a dedicated space and clotheshorse will be available for you to dry your clothes.
Yes, you won't need to buy any linen, as each room is fully equipped with bed sheets, bed linen, duvet and pillows.
As a good night's sleep is a vital part of anyone's life, we ensure that all our rooms are equipped with a comfortable single or double bed.
No, but we have visited nearly 1800 rooms for you! To see if the room has been visited, check on each listing under the section "More Information" where it will be clearly indicated. Also, please note that if the property has not been physically visited, the host has been required to provide information and photos about the property.
Unfortunately, it isn't possible to arrange viewings for every guest at each property. But don't worry, we have visited nearly 1800 rooms for you! When a viewing has been carried out you will see it indicated on the listing. If the property has not been physically visited, the host has been required to provide information and photos about their property. Please note that it will be clearly indicated on each listing if the property has already been viewed, under the section "More Information".
Yes! All our rooms are private, but you can choose to rent a room and share it with your friend or partner. All you need to do is select the option for 2 guests and then proceed to your booking. The great news is that as per our policy we do not charge anything extra for a 2-guest booking, so the service fee will remain the same as it would for 1 guest!
Absolutely, as we understand how essential this document is for some of our guests. An invoice will be attached to your booking confirmation that you can use as proof of address for essential administrative purposes, specifically for Visa requirements, opening a bank account in Ireland, and applying for the PPS number.
Some of them do! You can check the 'More Information' section on each listing. There, it will be indicated if and what kind of pet is living in the house. Please note that this information is for reference only, as the host might get a pet during your stay or have friends visiting with their pets. If you suffer from allergies to dogs or cats, it is very important that you clearly indicate it in your self-description so the host is fully aware of it before accepting your request.
Unfortunately, no — guests are not allowed to bring pets to any of our rentals.
While some hosts may have pets of their own, all properties have a strict no-pet policy for guests for safety and hygiene-related reasons.
As you will have full access to the kitchen as well as all the necessary utensils to prepare your own breakfast, lunch and diner, all what you are expected to do is clean your dishes immediately after your meals and leave the kitchen clean, in the same state as you found it!
For the comfort of everyone in the household, cooking will be restricted to certain hours of the day; but you will have sufficient access to cook and eat your breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Also, you will still have access to the kitchen outside of the cooking hours, to access the fridge or to prepare yourself a sandwich etc.
The host can request that you participate in the cleaning of the common rooms, but only in a fair way, divided between all persons living in the house.
Unfortunately, we do not accept children, as all guests must be adults aged 18 or older to use our platform and stay at the property. This rule also applies to two-guest bookings, where both guests must be at least 18 at the time of check-in.
Yes, there is a low noise policy at night as we know how important sleep is!
You are also expected to not make noise from 10 pm to 7 am, as other people in the house might be trying to sleep.
Yes, as your room is guaranteed for your sole use for the full duration you have booked, the rent is due even if you are away on holidays, for Christmas for example.
No worries, we understand that certain situations may be beyond your control, and you might need to depart before the end of your reserved period.
If you need to leave earlier than your booked check-out date, simply provide your host with at least 1-week's notice.
No penalties will be imposed for early departure, and your deposit cannot be retained by your host solely due to your early departure, as long as you have given them at least 1 week's notice (see the deposit Terms and Conditions for more information).
Please note that your last paid rental week will not be pro-rated if you leave less than 7 days after your last weekly payment.
Please note that it is strictly forbidden to consume or store any alcohol on the property at any time during your stay.
Also, all our properties are non-smoking, so smoking is strictly forbidden inside the property, and this includes your private room.
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