Host Family Dublin Ireland Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Looking at 155 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the exceptional service and professional support, often describing their overall experience as incredible and well-organized. Many highlight the staff and coordinators for their helpfulness, kindness, and friendly demeanor, noting excellent communication and quick responses to queries. Consumers frequently mention feeling like a valued part of the family, thanks to the warm hospitality and caring nature of their hosts. They found host families to be incredibly kind, welcoming, and attentive, which, combined with reliable and proactive coordination, creates a comfortable, supportive, and truly enriching experience.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Roger and Tracey have been the best host parents we could have ever dreamed of. They were always attentive and cared about our health and happiness. Their suggestions on what to see and do turned o... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We love hosting with you guys. Patricia and Carole are always quick to reply and support with any queries that we have had. We enjoy hosting you students so much and have kept in contact with many of... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Incredible experience, our host was wonderful, we learned about the Irish culture and ate so well! Definitely the best way to discover a country, Tunde was such a kind soul and we had so much fun spe... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Becoming a host family has been such a wonderful experience. Our goal is to give the students and teachers who stay with us something meaningful — an experience they’ll always remember. When I wa... See more

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  1. Homestay
  2. Property Management Company

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Host Family Dublin Ireland -We are a homestay agency and we help people from all over the world, students, workers, and interns, find affordable clean rooms with hosts in Dublin and throughout Ireland


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4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

traveling to a new country was cool

traveling to a new country was cool. Also I had a lot of fun doing so many things.

28 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you so much for sharing your positive energy! We hope your time here in Ireland was filled with amazing experiences that you'll look back on for years to come!

Thank you for choosing HFDI to be a part of your adventure!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We stayed for 3 days and I felt very…

We stayed for 3 days and I felt very comfortable, everything was clean. The room was also cleaned daily and our dinner was also every time ready when we came from work, All in all I felt great and there is really nothing that I would complain about

7 July 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Even for a short three-day stay, we believe our guests deserve the absolute best, so we are thrilled to hear you felt so comfortable and well looked after! Thank you so much for sharing your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Donna Rochfort, our hostess has been most kind and generous

Our host family has been wonderful with us. Donna Rochfort has been most generous with us, caring, warm, friendly and kind. Donna's accommodation is top quality, she cooked delicious breakfast and did all the meal arrangements so we could have our packed lunch ready early before leaving in the morning. She was super flexible with meal times and we could arrange either to have dinner with her or just ask to have our dinner kept for the time we went back home if it was late. The location was perfect, safe and quiet, even near bus stops to get everywhere quickly. She has an excellent style in communication and we've had chats about different topics, she is amazingly welcoming and really cared about us and the rest of the people in our group who were staying at some other host family houses. Donna is the perfect hostess a person can choose or be assigned. I am grateful to have met her and thank Donna for such marvellous days in her house, it felt like home. She seemed to be part of my family in Ireland. Highly recommendable!

29 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed her top-quality accommodation, loved the perfect and quiet location, and shared so many memorable, welcoming chats. The fact that she even cared deeply about the other members of your group staying nearby speaks volumes about her beautiful character. Donna truly is the perfect hostess and a real "family member" in Ireland!

Thank you so much for this glowing recommendation.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was so lucky to have this host family

The house was so beautiful and clean, it was located near tge bus stop so I think I was pretty lucky that my school picked this host family for me, and that isn’t everything! didn’t have any kind of problems at all with the family they were so nice to me at all times, it really felt like home❤️

26 May 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

What a fantastic review! we are thrilled that the family was so incredibly kind to you at all times. Making you feel completely safe, comfortable, and truly "at home" is exactly what the HFDI experience is all about. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience, and we are so glad we could be a part of making your stay in Ireland so special!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A wonderful experience.

I stayed at Maria and Tony Pender's house and it was a wonderful experience! They both were extremely welcoming, respectful and kind. The house was clean and comfortable, I really recommend it.

11 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience staying with Maria and Tony Pender. Thank you for your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the very first moment we arrived

From the very first moment we arrived, Tracey and Roger made us feel incredibly welcome. They aren’t just hosts; they truly became our family away from home. They went above and beyond every single day to ensure we were confortable and happy. Whether it was sharing the best local spots to visit or simply sitting down for a warm chat at the end of the day, their kindness and generosity know no bounds. We are so grateful for the beautiful memories we shared with them and for the genuine care they showed us.

27 May 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you both so much for these incredibly touching words! Hearing that you felt like Tracey and Roger became your family away from home is the ultimate compliment. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A wonderful experience with Maria & Tony

My stay at Maria and Tony Pender's house was amazing! For me it was the first time staying with a host family, but they were so kind, welcoming, and always available to help, which made me feel at home.
The house was clean and comfortable. Also, the food was absolutely delicious!
I couldn't have asked for a better experience!

10 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback! We know that staying with a host family for the very first time can feel like a big step, so we are absolutely thrilled to hear that Maria and Tony Pender made you feel so completely at home. Thank you for sharing your journey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tracey’s and Roger’s house

I stayed in Tracey’s and Roger’s house and they were both really kind and generous. They made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived, and I had an excellent stay.

26 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Knowing that you felt so warmly welcomed and had an absolutely excellent stay is exactly what we love to hear at HFDI. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us!

We will be absolutely delighted to pass your lovely, kind words along to Tracey and Roger.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect experience

The family was really nice with us, there is 3 cute kids and parents couple. Edel and declan Welcomed us well and always maked sure we were okay. They gave us good food and a lot if liberty. If we had to come back and choose a family we would choose them again 100 times. If every family is loke this i would highly recommend booking with Host family Ireland.Thank you Edel, Declan, Noah, Grace and Noah for welcoming us into your awesome family!❤️ Eden and Maile, Paris, France.

31 May 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

What a spectacular review! We are completely thrilled to hear that you had such an incredible stay in Ireland and that Edel, Declan, Noah, Grace, and Noah made you feel so incredibly welcome in their awesome family. Thank you, Eden and Maïla, for highly recommending HFDI to other students looking for an authentic homestay experience. We will be absolutely delighted to pass your beautiful words along to the whole family in Dublin! Safe travels back to Paris!

Quelle magnifique évaluation ! Nous sommes absolument ravis d'apprendre que vous avez passé un séjour aussi incroyable en Irlande et qu'Edel, Declan, Noah, Grace et Noah vous ont si bien accueillies au sein de leur formidable famille.
Un grand merci à vous, Eden et Maïla, de recommander chaleureusement #HFDI aux étudiants qui recherchent une expérience d'immersion authentique. Nous serons vraiment enchantés de transmettre vos adorables mots à toute la famille à Dublin ! Bon retour à Paris !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was a great stay in Ireland

It was a great stay in Ireland, our host family was excellent and took care of us.

I had a great time

19 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a great time in Ireland and that your host family took such brilliant care of you. Thank you for choosing us for your stay in Ireland!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Linda and Marc have been very good in…

Linda and Marc have been very good in everything, thanks to them I had a very pleasant stay. They were always willing to take care of me and make me comfortable. They made me feel at home and like one more of the family and I really appreciate it, without a doubt they are the best.

17 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

What a beautiful review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a pleasant stay with Linda and Marc. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your lovely experience. We will be thrilled to pass these wonderful words along to Linda and Marc!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/10

To say that finding accommodation in Dublin is difficult would be no exaggeration. Fortunately, I found HFDI, and they in turn found me the perfect home for my two-month stay. Throughout the entire process HFDI were quick to answer any questions I had and were always helpful and supportive.

I cannot recommend HFDI highly enough, and I am truly grateful for all they did for me.

12 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

We all know that finding accommodation in Dublin can be a real challenge, so we are incredibly glad we could take that weight off your shoulders and find the perfect home for your two-month stay!

At HFDI, we make it our mission to be as quick, helpful, and supportive as possible so our guests never feel lost in the process. Knowing we could turn a stressful search into a smooth experience means everything to our team.

Thank you so much for this wonderful recommendation and for your kind words, it was an absolute pleasure assisting you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I contacted HFDI to find a family for my 15 year old daughter

I contacted HFDI to find a family for my 15 year old daughter to spend her TY in Dublin. I had a very positive experience not only with the host family, but also working with HFDI. Thanks to Tunda Sipos, our coordinator, who was very supportive. I truly appreciated her help and guidance. The host family was fantastic. Couldn't have asked for more!!

8 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review!
We are incredibly proud of our team, and we will be sure to pass your special thanks along to Tunde Sipos! She will be thrilled to hear that her support, guidance, and care made such a positive difference for your family during the coordination process.

Knowing that the host family was fantastic and provided everything you could have asked for is exactly what we aim for at HFDI. Thank you for trusting us with your daughter's TY journey!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professionals

Eficiency, trustfull, professionals

5 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you so much for your excellent feedback! Efficiency, trust, and professionalism are the core pillars of everything we do here at HFDI.
Your trust means everything to us, thank you for taking the time to share your recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’m hosting several years now and HFDI…

I’m hosting several years now and HFDI is consistently the most organised and helpful agency to deal with. They pay well and on time and on the rare cases where an issue arises they are only a text away! I was recently able to avail of a loan of an industrial carpet cleaner which was a very much appreciated perk of hosting with HFDI. It was free and saved me a fortune! Thanks to the staff and management for all the support! Louise

4 June 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback, Louise! Ensuring our hosts are paid well and on time, and being just a text away whenever you need us, is exactly how we like to do business. Thank you for your continued dedication, Louise, and here’s to many more fantastic years of working together!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Wonderful Host Family Experience

My experience with Host Family Dublin Ireland was excellent from start to finish. The team was always very responsive, supportive, and available whenever I needed assistance. They made the entire process smooth and were always willing to help with any questions or concerns.
My host, Roisin, was absolutely wonderful. She was always kind, welcoming, and considerate, making me feel comfortable and at home from the very beginning. She was very supportive in helping me improve my English through daily conversations and encouragement. She also shared a lot of useful local information and tips, which helped me better understand Irish culture and make the most of my time in Ireland.
The accommodation experience exceeded my expectations. Roisin created a warm and friendly environment, and her patience and generosity made a significant difference in my stay. I felt genuinely cared for and supported throughout my time there.
I am very grateful to both Host Family Dublin Ireland and Roisin for such a positive and memorable experience. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a host family in Ireland.

30 May 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you so much for this wonderful review. We are incredibly glad to hear that your experience with the HFDI team was smooth, supportive, and responsive from start to finish. Our goal is always to make the process as seamless as possible for our guests.
It is fantastic that her daily conversations, encouragement, and local tips helped improve your English and made you feel so genuinely cared for during your stay.

Thank you for highly recommending us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing first experience at hosting

Amazing first experience at hosting. We had two 18 year old young men from Germany. They we polite, respectful and great fun. They were brilliant with out young kids too.
Communication from the host a family team was fantastic.

29 May 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Welcome to the family! We are absolutely delighted to hear that your very first time hosting was such a positive and rewarding experience.
Clear communication is a top priority for us, so we are thrilled to hear you felt well-supported by our team throughout the process. Thank you so much for opening your home and heart to our students, we look forward to working with you again for many more successful stays

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very efficient service

Very efficient service. Payment always on time. Looking forward to hosting with them again

29 May 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback from a host's perspective! At HFDI, we know that our incredible host families are the heart of everything we do. Thank you for being such a valued part of the HFDI team!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly professional, reliable and supportive agency for newcomers!

Moving to Dublin for work was made seamless thanks to HFDI. They were incredibly professional and respectful, and they found me excellent accommodation near DCU within just two days! They truly understood my needs and matched me with a fantastic host. I highly recommend their supportive team to anyone moving to Ireland.

1 May 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your relocation to Ireland was made completely seamless thanks to the HFDI team.
Thank you so much for your high recommendation, and we wish you the absolute best of luck in your new job!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unacceptable experience

I accepted a student placement that was being rehomed, but unfortunately the agency was not honest about the situation beforehand. The experience turned into a very stressful evening and morning due to the student’s highly demanding and disrespectful behaviour.

To make matters worse, when I spoke with the coordinator, Carol Menon, I found her approach rude, dismissive, and unprofessional rather than supportive. I also raised the matter with the director, but despite the distress and inconvenience caused, I did not feel I was compensated appropriately for the experience.

The lack of transparency, support, and professionalism throughout the process was extremely disappointing. Based on my experience, I would strongly advise others to avoid this agency.

21 May 2026
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Reply from Host Family Dublin Ireland

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations and that you felt unsupported during what was clearly a challenging situation.

At HFDI, we take all feedback seriously and will review the concerns raised internally as part of our ongoing commitment to improving our service and support for hosts.

With regard to payment, we can confirm that payment was made in accordance with our Terms and Conditions for the nights the student stayed in the host family's home.

We value the contribution of all our hosts and appreciate the time and care they provide to our students. We wish you all the best for the future.

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