Looking for an apartment in Dublin

I will be staying in Dublin for at least a month. I am still looking for a place to stay and I havent decided yet, whether to go to a hotel or go for an apartment renting. The second option is cheaper, but I am not so good with cooking and cleaning and I did think to get some rest while there. What would you choose?

I think you have already answered your question. So, I guess the only problem is the choice of hotel. It seems that you are not that eager to go to some five star rated place. In that case, I will have to suggest you to try with The Bridge house, Temple bar. The prices there go from 105 euros (I think it is 130 on weekends) and you get a full, excellent breakfast!