Woodlands Hotel & Leisure Centre

Hotels
8.1 (2783 reviews)
Dunmore Road , Waterford , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Spacious rooms
Excellent breakfast
Great amenities
Cons:
Damp and mould in some rooms
Shower cleanliness issues
Limited food menu options
Some rooms dated

Categories

Cleanliness
7.44
Multiple mentions of damp and mould in rooms and issues with shower cleanliness.
Service
8.91
Consistent praise for friendly and helpful staff throughout the reviews.
Location
8.45
Convenient location near the city center and other amenities.
Room Quality
7.7
Mixed reviews; some rooms described as massive and comfortable, while others mentioned issues like damp.
Amenities
8.43
Leisure center and breakfast received high praise, though some amenities were noted as dated.
Value for Money
7.89
General consensus on good value for the price, although some food was noted as overpriced.
Food and Beverage
7.94
Overall good food quality, but menu options could be improved.
Overall Experience
8.01
Positive experiences highlighted despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:41

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in spacious rooms equipped with all the modern amenities for a comfortable stay, including a cozy seating area, work desk, and complimentary tea/coffee facilities.

Extensive Leisure Facilities
Unwind and rejuvenate at our leisure centre offering a 20-meter pool, spa bath, steam room, sauna, and a fully-equipped gym. Pamper yourself at the hair and beauty salon for the ultimate relaxation experience.

Culinary Delights
Satisfy your taste buds at the Brasscock bar with a variety of food options, or dine at the Arbutus Restaurant for a taste of local cuisine made from excellent produce.

Experience luxury and relaxation at our contemporary hotel - book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

The property will issue a pre-authorization to your card at the time of booking.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: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • 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

8.1
Based on 2783 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.44
Service: 8.91
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.7
Amenities: 8.43
Value for Money: 7.89
Food and Beverage: 7.94
Overall Experience: 8.01
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Margaret • solo_traveller • ie
8
Just what I needed
Pros:

Friendly staff and quiet spacious room

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Brian • family_with_children • ie
9
Staff are the best friendly the leisure centre and padel courts it’s great value for money. Highly recommended staying i
Pros:

Leisure centre and the staff, Paul and all the stairs in the bar and hotel are the nicest of people can’t recommend this hotel enough.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • ie
8
Good location and staff A better meal would have made all the difference.
Pros:

Location Staff Quiet

Cons:

The bar food was disappointing What I ordered wasn’t at all like the description on the menu. Very forgettable meal.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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dylan • solo_traveller • ie
7
Pros:

Big room, clean well kept hotel and excellent bar food

Cons:

We could easily hear the people in the next room.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Higgins • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Breakfast and and the pool was amazing

Cons:

Tv small and up on the roof nearly

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • nz
9
Awesome staff, super friendly, good value stay
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Orla • solo_traveller • ie
8
2 night stay
Pros:

Fabulous rooms, absolutely massive and so comfortable.

Cons:

Breakfast was extra charge and not very good, cold and sparse. Very very poor considering rest of hotel is beautiful.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Dermot • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Maurice ferris • solo_traveller • ie
9
I’ll be staying again
Pros:

Location for what I needed
Reception to room effortless
Car park,
Quiet

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
A
Alan • solo_traveller • ie
5
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • gb
9
Excellent . The rooms are very spacious and are comfortable for a longer stay.
Pros:

pool, big rooms , food , lobby

Cons:

Could do with a small fridge in the room.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Ward • couple • ca
10
Lovely hotel close to city center. Staff were excellent
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Avryl • solo_traveller • ie
10
Lovely hotel great staff would definitely recommend it
Pros:

Great location kid friendly staff were all so nice

Cons:

The breakfast wasn’t great

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Yannick • couple • ie
6
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Jean • couple • ie
6
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Weder • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Darran • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
5
Was comfortable but needs a bit off redoing paintwork and securing bathroom fixings
Pros:

The leisure facilities are great

Cons:

Room was not clean and we were given another . Second room paint was flaking on woodwork . Bathroom fittings were loose and a hole in top of sink unit . Disabled toilet but no disabled access bath or shower .

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee