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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Waterford, Ireland

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Nestled in 2 acres of lush, award-winning gardens, Diamond Hill is located 5 minutes’ drive from Waterford City, offering tranquil countryside views and free parking. Hearty, full Irish breakfasts are served, and free Wi-Fi is provided.

The rooms were very comfortable and had all amenities. Breakfast was plentiful and excellent. Staff were extremely nice.We had a wonderful time there.

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8.3
Very Good
1,246 reviews
Price from
$95
per night

The Granville Hotel in Waterford overlooks the River Suir and is a 5-minute walk from St Patrick’s Cathedral. It offers free internet access and, an award-winning restaurant.

Rooms at the Hotel Granville include bathrooms with baths, showers and heated towel rails. They also have safety deposit boxes and there is a 24-hour room service menu.

Perfect place when looking for authenticity.

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8.8
Excellent
3,249 reviews
Price from
$150
per night

Offering spacious rooms, free parking, and hearty Irish breakfasts, Waterford Viking Hotel is less than a 10-minute drive from Waterford city centre. It features free Wi-Fi, and daily carvery lunches.

Each bright room at the Viking Hotel has satellite TV and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. Rooms also feature a private bathroom and hairdryer.

Breakfast was a buffet and was excellent . Also had dinner at the hotel and was very good.

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8
Very Good
1,695 reviews
Price from
$127
per night

Faithlegg House Hotel is located on the River Suir Estuary, 5 miles from Waterford Airport. The Treatment Suites and leisure club comes with a pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and gym and the hotel also offers an award-winning double AA Rosette restaurant and bedrooms with countryside views.

Hotel were more than happy to accommodate specific room requests. Staff The food was fabulous at breakfast, and in the Restaurant and the lounge. The leisure facilities, swimming pool, hot tub and sauna were lovely. Great coffee, shortbread and chocolates in the room. Beautiful bathroom setting and toiletries. The grounds and garden are beautifully kept.

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8.8
Excellent
1,971 reviews
Price from
$180
per night

The Elva Restaurant offers fine cuisine on its a la carte and table d’Hote menus. The spacious 1843 Bar boasts a lovely riverside terrace and live entertainment at weekends. In the comfortable lounge guests have access to internet facilities.

Super friendly and helpful staff!

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8.2
Very Good
3,317 reviews
Price from
$127
per night

In Waterford’s centre, Dooley’s is a family-run hotel offering spacious rooms and full Irish breakfasts. Guests can enjoy weekend live music, and Christchurch Cathedral is just a 10-minute walk away.

Rooms at Dooley’s Hotel are brightly furnished and all feature a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Each room provides a TV, free tea and coffee, and ironing facilities.

Very clean and very good position. The staff was nice and professional. Buffet breakfast with cold and hot choices from the menu was very good. We really enjoyed it! Highly recommended!

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8.5
Very Good
3,855 reviews
Price from
$148
per night

This boutique, 4-star hotel offers spacious, stylish rooms with plasma-screen TVs in the heart of Waterford City. Guests can make use of limited free parking, free Wi-Fi and a chic restaurant and bar.

With modern decor and wood furnishings, each room includes a large, sleek private bathroom with a bath, shower, and hairdryer. Rooms include a hospitality tray with free tea and coffee, a safe, and a spacious work station. Many rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning river views.

Good location - short walk to the centre of the city. Good amount of parking. Friendly staff. Very clean!

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8.3
Very Good
2,540 reviews
Price from
$144
per night

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Boutique Hotels That Guests Love in Waterford

  • Avg. price/night: $162.44
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,316 reviews
    It was close to the city but not in the middle of it. Right beside the river, beautiful. The interior design was fabulous and the staff were absolutely lovely and so accommodating.
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $1,062.66
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 37 reviews
    The host Michelle was very helpful and accommodating. The location was superb and the house was stunning. Beautifully decorated with everything you could need. Lovely private garden with BBQ close to the gorgeous beach at Dunmore East . Thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay will def be back and couldn’t recommend it highly enough.
    G
    Ger
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 368 reviews
    Olly and Liz could not have been more accommodating. They are lovely people who have created a fabulous place to stay. The room was clean, comfortable, and great value. The entire design of the building creates such a positive and happy vibe. Location is also great as everything in town is within walking distance and you're only a stone's throw from the start of the greenaway. We used this as a base for exploring all around Waterford and Wexford.
    Valerie
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 368 reviews
    The Dyehouse is the most beautiful guest house I’ve lived in the whole Ireland and UK! The hosts, Liz and Oli, are really friendly and it is surprising to know that they designed this unique house! The room was spacious for solo traveler and the bathroom was tidy. Breakfast was tasty too. What is the most special for me is the lovely backyard with an oriental style pavilion.
    Ryan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $176.22
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3,249 reviews
    beautiful design hotel, decorated in style very clean, warm and all staff so friendly, all the food absolutely delicious with a great choice, fantastic location.
    A
    Anonymous
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $159.13
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,855 reviews
    Entrance and interior design Friendlyiness off staff Dooley's soda bread
    Brian
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 187 reviews
    Irish hospitality at its very best - warm, generous and relaxed. Our room was stunning - beautifully designed with a contemporary bathroom, a separate dressing room and a balcony. Everything was immaculate. The surroundings are equally special and peaceful. A joy to watch the horses out in the fields. John Joe’s fresh scones are delicious, as are his breakfasts made with local produce. An unforgettable place to which we hope to return one day.
    Caronne
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $213.60
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,970 reviews
    Stunning location, beautiful property. Attractive interior design.
    Alison
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $176.22
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3,249 reviews
    Gorgeous hotel - really well designed and maintained. We had a room with a river view which was lovely and very comfortable. Breakfast was excellent and the service was exceptional considering how busy they were. Fantastic location.
    Carol
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 187 reviews
    Absolutely everything. This is a wonderful place to stay. John Joe is an exceptional host. The house is lovely, everything so tastefully chosen and interior design in keeping with the age and design of the farmhouse. The setting offers guests the opportunity to walk in unspoilt countryside yet is near enough to Dungarvan for easy access.
    Anastasia
    Young couple