Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Good food
Cons:
Noise from adjacent rooms
Parking issues
Street noise at night

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
The hotel is described as very clean, but there were issues with noise from neighbors.
Service
9.15
The staff are consistently mentioned as friendly and helpful, with great service overall.
Location
9.15
Numerous reviews highlight the hotel's central location, making it convenient.
Room Quality
7.65
Rooms are generally comfortable, but there were complaints about noise from adjacent rooms.
Amenities
8.65
Standard amenities consistent with a good quality hotel, though some facilities are noted to be lacking.
Value for Money
8.65
Given the overall experience and central location, many felt it was fair value.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Food quality is praised as superb, with positive remarks about breakfast and dining experiences.
Overall Experience
8.75
Despite some minor complaints, guests express overall satisfaction with their stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 07:46

Property Description

Central Location in Waterford
Dooley's Hotel, located in the heart of Waterford, offers spacious rooms and authentic Irish breakfasts. Just a short stroll from Christchurch Cathedral, immerse yourself in the vibrant city atmosphere.

Delightful Dining Experience
Indulge in creative Irish cuisine and decadent desserts at The New Ship Restaurant. The bar's diverse menu caters to all tastes, from light snacks to hearty breakfasts and a variety of lunch and dinner options.

Convenient Amenities and Attractions
Relax in brightly furnished rooms equipped with modern conveniences like a TV, complimentary tea/coffee, and ironing facilities. Explore nearby attractions such as the Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre and the Waterford Museum of Treasures.

Book now for a memorable stay at Dooley's Hotel in Waterford!

Important information:

Public parking is at Merchant's Quay car park, opposite the hotel. This is a pay & display car park where you will require a paid ticket on display at all times.

Photo ID is required if paying cash on arrival.

All groups over 10 people will be required to provide a rooming list 7 days in advance of arrival. Payment will be taken on arrival at the hotel for all groups.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 6397 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Simon • couple • gb
9
Great hotel with excellent facilities and service
Pros:

Very clean, quiet and comfortable room. Large comfortable bed and powerful shower certainly woke me up in the morning. Breakfast service was excellent with a great menu and really good value for money.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Torsten • couple • de
7
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Mary Jane • family_with_children • us
9
Easy to get to. Outside of main tourist area.
Pros:

This hotel was just for a quick overnight so I cannot fully remember - We had a triple which was perfect for us and the bathroom was large. Parking is across the street behind the bus station.... which is fine unless it is pouring rain when you are attempting to lug suitcases. They do have a lift to get upstairs for those that are concerned about this. This property is outside of the main "touristy" area. We walked to the Viking Triangle, Waterford, etc. They do offer a paid breakfast at check in, but we opted out of that as we were leaving early in the morning for Cashel which was about an hour and half away.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Wenninger • extended_group • at
8
Pros:

Die Zimmer waren sauber und Frühstück war ausgezeichnet und reichlich

Cons:

Parkplatz eher teuer mit 12 Euro die Nacht

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
B
bernadette • couple • ie
6
Good location, nice room and breakfast
Pros:

Bedroom was very nice but 4pm check in is a bit late

Cons:

I didn’t like the bar area

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Lovely Metos • couple • ie
8
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Carmel • family_with_children • ie
8
Would happily return as good location and good food.
Pros:

Beautiful breakfast cooked to order.
Excellent Bar food and good range of choice.
Staff extremely chatty and helpful.
Lovely relaxed atmosphere.

Cons:

Old style hotel, could do with some upgrades.
Booked family room for 2 adults and 2 kids, the second bed provided for 1 of my kids was a small camp bed which he didn't find very comfortable.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • couple • ie
8
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
I
Isenhart • family_with_children • us
10
Would stay again.
Pros:

Everything was great

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
E
Ellen • couple • gb
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Poor ventilation, breakfast was only ok

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • solo_traveller • ie
10
Superb family-run hotel in great location!
Pros:

Super location, ample parking, great food, and best if all, the friendliest staff from check-in to dinner, breakfast and check-out. This family-run hotel holds itself to very high standards and we will definitely be back soon!

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Leah • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Shauna • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Lynda • couple • us
10
Perfect
Pros:

Close to so much

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Drinkwater • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely 3 days
Pros:

Lovely hotel very clean and comfortable ideal location beds comfortable and room and public spaces spotless.staff all cheerful and helpful.

Cons:

We had an evening meal with some relatives who came to meet us at the hotel and my aunts chicken Goujons were overcooked and too hard to eat she didn't. mention this until later so I could not bring it up at the time but I felt bad that she had not enjoyed her meal. This was the only complaint in 3 days stay but we rarely see my aunt and it would have been better if she had enjoyed her meal

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Fitzgerald • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Location, friendly staff, pulic parking close to hotel

Cons:

Quite happy with our stay except got one bed though asked for twin room. Thankfully bed was big!!

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Debra • couple • ie
10
Loved everything about our stay 😁😁😁
Pros:

I liked everything about this amazing hotel, all the staff were so friendly and attentive, the breakfast was fantastic with great choices and served really quickly, the location was near all shopping and the bus station was just across from hotel, if i ever get back to Waterford i will definitley stay again

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • ie
9
Ideal for the reason I was staying there
Pros:

Breakfast was fantastic, location was ideal and staff were very friendly. I would definitely stay there again.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Krista • couple • fi
10
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• couple • us
6
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee