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
M
McClenaghan • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
M
Mary • couple • ie
7
Lovely hotel
Pros:

Location is perfect

Cons:

Wasn’t happy been put into a joining room I wasn’t with family on this occasion was like I was sharing room with strangers. I have stayed many times here before but very disappointed on this occasion Also asked for iron was brought up straight away to be fair. Iron was old type iron that didn’t take water for steam. Had just paid 60 euro for new top iron burned hole straight through it soon as I put it on it

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
M
Martin • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Keith • couple • au
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Luxna • couple • ie
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Oliver & Margaret • family_with_children • ie
7
Cons:

Food and drinks gone so expensive it’s just dreadful

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Laurence • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Good location but room we got was looking at and hearing heating system

Cons:

Everything besides room

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
K
Kayla • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • fr
8
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Janette • solo_traveller • gb
7
Some shortcomings
Pros:

Location, good room, bar area.

Cons:

Irish coffee was not up to standard as I expected, disappointed that I could not buy crisps, , snacks at the bar had to get ftom vending machine at exorbitant prices.
There was not a proper top up of milk and coffee in our room. Coffee was all decaff and no other

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
D
Declan • solo_traveller • ie
8
Met expectations but the parking!
Pros:

The room/bathroom were clean and well appointed. Selection of channels on the TV were limited. Breakfast was very good and the staff were very friendly and accommodating.

Cons:

The lack of parking. Parking is in a public carpark across the road from the Hotel and cost more that €40 for four nights I stayed. Thankfully I had alternative parking during the day but this meant moving my car each day. This is a real drawback.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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eilish • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Its a lovely hotel, we had food in the bar and breakfast in restruant, both were lovely, also we arrived round half one and within a half hour our room was ready

Cons:

No negatives

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
V
Vincenzo • couple • it
6
Pros:

Posizione

Cons:

Tutto nella media

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
D
Daniela • couple • au
10
Dooley’s is conveniently positioned with great facilities and meals available.
Pros:

Location, friendly staff, facilities

Cons:

Everything was great

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
R
Rosilda • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Localização

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
J
John • couple • ie
9
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Winnie • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • es
8
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Excellent location .All staff throughout the hotel friendlly and attentive .Emmuclate clean lovely bright bathroom great breakfast fresh .

Cons:

Just a small issue with room key kept not working

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Lesa • family_with_children • us
9
We very much enjoyed our stay.
Pros:

The location was great

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee