Frequently Asked Questions
What rate can I expect for my room?
Once you register with us we will send you a welcome letter with all the various rates available.What type of booking can you expect from us?
Group bookings. We place students and leaders together in areas, all over Dublin and Ireland:- International school students: Short stays of 4-7 days, ages 13-19
- Intern students: Work experience placements of 1-3 months, ages 16-25
- Summer program: 3-4 week stays, ages 11-19 combining study and activities
- Immersion summer students: They spend all their time living with the host family
- Academic students: Attending Irish secondary schools, ages 15 -16
- Mature guests: Who are are in Ireland to study and work
What we ask of our host families?
- Your home should be tidy, well-maintained, and clean. Think about the standard you would expect if you were arriving at a B&B. The most common complaints from guests and agencies are untidy and unclean homes.
- Your home should have Wi-Fi, and you should offer a warm welcome to your guest. Upon arrival, please show them bus stops, meeting points and other important local areas.
- For room-only bookings, please allow reasonable access to the kitchen and washing machine, or inform us in advance if you do not allow use.
- If we place students under the age of 18, we will first conduct a home visit and then complete the Garda vetting process.
- Guests will need a Laundry service once a week
- If your guest does become sick during their stay, they may need to stay at home while they recover.
- Please email photos of your room and communal areas to hosts@hfdi.ie as soon as possible.