Paid
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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 6653 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
J
James Coyne • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
J
John • couple • gb
10
A comfortable stay in a central location
Pros:

We had a very comfortable room with a spacious en suite bathroom. The staff were very helpful and provided somewhere secure to leave our bicycles overnight. A good central location for exploring all that Waterford has to offer. Good value for money!

Cons:

There was nothing to dislike.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
G
Gregory • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

Stairs

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
M
Martina • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Letti molto comodi, stanza e bagno molto puliti. Bagno ben attrezzato con phon, shampoo, crema corpo e bagnoschiuma. Stanza calda e accogliente.
Ottima colazione con servizio al tavolo e buffet di ottima qualità.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
K
Katrina • family_with_children • ca
6
Great location but too expensive and hot at night.
Pros:

Location was great and property was clean. The staff were pleasant and professional, particularly the restaurant operator, who was friendly and very pleasant to chat with.

Cons:

This property was way too expensive (by far the most expensive hotel of our whole trip) for what we got. The room was ridiculously hot (at least 28 degrees, I would say), making sleep near impossible. I understand it is not reasonable to expect air conditioning given Ireland's climate, but there was only one wimpy fan available (probably from the 90s, actually), and, when we asked for a second, the hotel responded that it was their policy to have only one fan per room. AC may not be affordable for the business, but, surely, providing two fans -- or even one fan from the current decade that ACTUALLY works -- would be, especially when we are paying over $300 per night. Walls were also not sound proof.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
L
Lars • solo_traveller • dk
7
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Sheila • solo_traveller • ie
5
Pros:

Central location. Bar staff lovely.

Cons:

Even though people looking to bk a room wouldn't accommodate me in cancelling a room. So we had 2 rooms double bed and single bed in each room for 2 people

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
E
Eilish • extended_group • ie
6
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Liz • extended_group • ie
7
Enjoyed stay very much will come again
Pros:

Location was excellent very convenient to train station we have been here before and it is ideal as we travel by train

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
C
Clare • family_with_children • ie
8
Pros:

The rooms were a good size and the beds were very comfortable. It was very clean, and rooms cleaned and towels replaced if needed everyday.
There was a good selection at breakfast, my four year was delighted with the pancakes and coco pops.

Cons:

The hotel is situated right on the quay unfortunately it doesn't have on site parking. There's a car park directly across the road with a daily charge between €5 and €12 depending on the day.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
A
Ann • couple • ie
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
V
Veronica • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Love it always accommodate me w view t front pleasure t stay there

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Elainec78 • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
D
Dirk • couple • de
9
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • ie
6
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Regina • couple • ie
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
M
mary • solo_traveller • ie
7
Pros:

We had a really nice room , spacious and all room facilities were good.comfortable beds and nice pillows

Cons:

My 25 year old son with Down syndrome was refused an alcoholic drink in the bar, despite being in the presence pf his parents and we were guests. He unfortunately had forgotten his age card, which we were willing to submit to our local garda station should the hotel bar be inspected by gardai. I think this was unforgivable by this barman who hadnt a friendly demeanour .All the other staff we encountered were very helpful. Courteous and friendly. Now he constantly wore a facemask at work during our stay ?.??.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • solo_traveller • gb
10
Nice Relaxing Stay
Pros:

Staff were excellent, couldn't fault a single one. Nice relaxed atmosphere. Food was good and reasonably priced and of course the Guinness!

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Vincent • family_with_children • be
8
Personnel irréprochable, très souriant, poli, sympathique et serviable.
Pros:

Le petit déjeuner était bien

Cons:

Bacon pas assez cuit à mon goût.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee