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8.4

3,021 reviews

Dooley's Hotel

Dooley's Hotel

The Quay, Waterford, Ireland

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

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Dooley's Hotel

Welcome to Dooley's Hotel, your perfect Irish getaway nestled in the heart of Waterford, just a breezy 0.4mi from the vibrant city center! Starting at a great price of $183, this delightful 3-star hotel is the ideal base for travelers looking to explore the rich history and culture of this charming locale. With over 3,021 glowing reviews, it’s clear that our guests find their stay filled with warmth and hospitality.

Start your mornings right with a delicious breakfast before hitting the sights or winding down in our restaurant offering tantalizing meals throughout the day. As you sip on a refreshing drink at the bar, enjoy the lively atmosphere featuring live music performances that set the scene for unforgettable nights! For those looking to unwind, we also provide room service, and for an extra touch of relaxation, you can indulge in our massage services or opt for some exciting horseback riding nearby.

Dooley's Hotel goes above and beyond with amenities like free WiFi to keep you connected, parking options, and convenient meeting/banquet facilities for business travelers. Whether you're here for work or play, our friendly 24-hour front desk is always ready to assist. With non-smoking rooms designed for comfort, and extra kid-friendly meals available, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy at our lovely Waterford destination!

At Dooley's Hotel, dining is sure to be a highlight of your stay. Indulge your taste buds at the New Ship Restaurant, where exceptional culinary experiences await. From sumptuous local fare to international favorites, our menu has something to satisfy every craving. Enjoy dining in an inviting atmosphere perfect for family gatherings, romantic dinners, or simply a relaxed meal after a day of exploring. Don't forget to pair your delicious dish with a fine wine from our carefully curated selection!

After a delightful meal, unwind at our vibrant bar, where the atmosphere buzzes with energy and live music performances fill the air with melodic charm. Join in the fun, meet fellow travelers or locals, and share stories over a refreshing drink of your choice. There's nothing quite like making new friends while tapping your feet to the beat of the music! For those wanting a quieter evening, simply order room service, and relax in the comfort of your own space, taking full advantage of the abundant comfort we offer.

Your adventure in Waterford is bound to be memorable, but with Dooley's Hotel as your home base, you're guaranteed to have it all! We're not just a place to stay; we’re a gateway to thrilling horseback riding nearby and an ideal spot to recharge after a day of exploring. You can count on our attentive 24-hour front desk staff to help make your experience seamless and enjoyable. From planning your day trips to ensuring you have everything you need, our team is here for you—creating a fun and friendly environment that will make you feel right at home. Come join us for an unforgettable stay at Dooley's Hotel!

Closest airports

Waterford Airport

5.4mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

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Rooms

Double or Twin Room in Dooley's Hotel

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Double Room

1 Double Bed

2 Twin Beds

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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These rooms have an private bathroom, satellite TV, a work desk, and tea and coffee making facilities. Rooms with views of the river are available. Please request double or twin bed set up when booking.

Double Room for Single Occupancy in Dooley's Hotel

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Double Room, Single Use

1 Double Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Stay in our spacious Double Room for Single Occupancy, complete with a private bathroom, tea/coffee maker, and a comfortable double bed. Enjoy your stay with amenities such as a TV, heating, and free cable channels, making it the perfect choice for solo travelers.

Triple Room in Dooley's Hotel

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Triple Room

3 Twin Beds

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Tea/Coffee maker

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Welcome to our spacious Triple Room, measuring 258 sqft and featuring three comfortable Twin beds, making it perfect for a group of friends or a small family. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, a tea/coffee maker, and a refreshing shower after a long day of exploring the city.

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children) in Dooley's Hotel

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Family

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

1 Futon Mat Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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Welcome to our spacious Family Room, perfect for a family of 2 adults and 2 children. With a comfortable twin bed, a cozy double bed, and a convenient futon mat, you'll have plenty of options for a restful night's sleep. Enjoy the privacy of your own bathroom, and indulge in a cup of tea or coffee using the in-room maker. Plus, stay entertained with the TV and stay connected with the telephone and cable channels provided.

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Guest reviews

8.4

3,021 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Featured reviews:

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Kenneth

8.2

July 2023

The room was large and very comfortable. The location is great, just minutes from the centre. The staff were very friendly.

The breakfast was ok. My son had pancakes which were ok but small and not as described on the menu missing Nutella. I had the "bla" with sausage, bacon and egg. It was nice but the sausage was very oily and probably not good for my health. We paid about 175 Euro a night for the room which is very pricey for a 3 star hotel with no swimming pool.

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O'kane

9.1

February 2023

Very pleasant hotel in a great waterfront location in the town centre. . The staff were welcoming and very helpful, and the room comfortable, clean and quiet. I will definitely stay again if I can whenever I visit Waterford.

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Marie

10

July 2023

Car parking facilities. There was a long term a short term car park across from the hotel privately owned. I rang reception the lady wasn't at all helpful. Said we don't provide parking go and park in the long term car park.so we booked our car parking ticket on line for 3 days 15 odd euro,happy days.The next day we went to get our car and couldn't get out without paying 12.50.It was the short term car park we should have been in for 3 days . They don't give enough information on there website. If we had left the car there for 3 days,it would have cost a pretty penny.We also meet a couple who had booked there stay in the same hotel but on arrival cancelled because of the confusion about parking .

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Helen

10

June 2023

On our arrival both myself and my sister received an extremely warm welcome the reception staff were very patient as I couldn't get my card to work! We had probably the best room on the floor that we were on as we were tucked away in the corner and despite there being live music on we didn't hear much noise. The staff in the bar were very nice especially Rachel who worked the night shift and had to deal with my very loud aunties...! The waiting staff for breakfast were exceptional and were very courteous and friendly, and always busy we didn't see anyone just standing around and chatting, nothing was too much trouble and the food was amazing. Housekeeping always saw to it that our room was tidy, the beds were made and that we had enough toilet roll (always important when you go away). We found Dooley's Hotel very last minute and I am glad that we did we would both stay again and would recommend a stay here to anyone who is visiting Waterford.

The only thing that we could say was that there was not a lot of vegetarian food on the bar or main menu - my sister is veggie - so we didn't eat in the restaurant as there was not a great deal of choice for her. I am disappointed as I would have liked to have had a meal and am far less fussy than my sister..!

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Jennifer

9.1

September 2023

A wonderful bell hop helped us with our bags and breakfast the next morning was great. Loved the fan being in the room as we got there as well.

My twin bed mattress was leaning pretty badly on one corner so that I had to sleep on the other edge. They also don't have parking available (although was pretty easy to reserve a spot in the parking lot across the street), but that also meant we had to park in the street in front of the hotel (blocking traffic) in order to get our bags out of the car and put them onto the sidewalk. Also, the only luggage cart was apparently being used by a wedding party in the restaurant and was unavailable to us.

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Jessica

8.2

August 2023

The staff were absolutely lovely and very well mannered. We brought our son here and the girl that served us was so kind to him and gave him options of some food for him to choose. It wasn't loud or anything. Room was spotless!! It had a great scent walking in. Beds were massive! Dinners were amazing too! Very fresh and service was great too. Definitely coming back! The receptionists were very polite and very helpful!

There were no menus in the room, or breakfast list for the door! You had to order your breakfast the night before which is unusual. The pillows on the beds were too hard, but the overall bed was okay. Very very hot hotel, very warm at night even with the fan on

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Joanne

8.2

June 2023

Clean hotel and very friendly staff, Breakfast was lovely and I have to say a special thank you to the lady that showed us to our table every morning she was a beautiful person ,so sorry I can not remember her name ,its age related 🤣🤣 some time s I forget my own name 😀

The bar at night time. very rushed every night from half 11 asking if you where staying in hotel if so can you move to resident s end ,so we can clean the bar 🙄even do we where Happy sitting where we where as a couple having a chat , and bar s last order for residents 12.50 very early close for a residents bar heard a few people complaining about it .

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Virginia

8.2

July 2023

I liked that the rooms were very spacious and that there was an oscillating fan, which made a room without air conditioning quite comfortable. The street noise was minimal, even with the windows open, and the shower had a curtain rather than one of the glass half-doors that lets water get all over the floor and everything else in the bathroom. There were more than enough towels (and they were big enough to actually wrap around the body rather than an oversized hand towel) and the water pressure was surprisingly good. Toward the tail end of our trip to Ireland, I had a more comfortable stay than at most other places we stayed. The bed was very comfortable. Staff at the bar downstairs were great--even got me a hamburger when it was not included on the Sunday menu. Food at the bar was a bit pricey for what it was, but still a good option after a day of traveling. Curry restaurant next door--not so much. Right across the street from the bus station and just a few minutes walk from the train station. Not far from Viking triangle or the (small) shopping area.

There was no safe in the room, which I like to have when we are traveling internationally. Several of the electrical outlets were behind the bed, so we couldn't use them. It was nice, however, that there was an outlet specifically designated for American laptops and a USB charger for phones. Do beware that you *cannot* book a family room if you have children over 12. This caused us to have to book an extra room on arrival but, despite the annoyance and cost, turned out for the best for everyone.

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Cormac

9.1

April 2023

The Reception, on arrival, was fast, friendly, and helpful. Breakfast was excellent and served by a thoughtful and responsive team. The room was lovely, spacious and comfortable. Tea and coffee making facilities and supplies were available in the room. The en-suite was a modern wetroom style, which I liked. The hotel is also very close to everything the town has to offer.

The elevator could be busy and slow at peak times like meals and bedtime. I often resorted to the stairwell, which is fine for the four-floor height of the hotel. We could all do with the extra steps and bodyweight training, especially after breakfast :-) We tended to leave the lift for the elders and kid-laden families. I've been kid-laden in the past, and being an elder ain't that far away.

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Fiona

10

May 2023

Kumar was amazing on reception. If every hotel had a Kumar greeting the guests when they walked in they would be blessed. He was just brilliant. He was a bright and happy person, lot of fun. I would come back just to meet him. At breakfast we had Roseana who attended to our every need. She was such a lovely attentive lady and couldn't do enough for us. The location of the hotel was perfect. The overall atmosphere of the hotel was great. Really enjoyed our stay One night was not enough

The teapots at breakfast are way too heavy. Both my Mum aged 81 amd I struggled to lift the teapot even the small one. Way to heavy for elderly and for those whos hands are sore with arthritis.

Points of Interest Around Dooley's Hotel

Attractions

Viking Triangle

0.4mi

Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum

0.4mi

Bishop's Palace

0.4mi

House of Waterford Crystal

0.4mi

Loftus Hall

11.8mi

Hook Lighthouse

12.4mi

St. Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower

27.8mi

Dunmore Cave

28.5mi

Restaurants

Amenities of Dooley's Hotel

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

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Stay rules - Dooley's Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Dooley's Hotel

When are the check-in and check-out times for Dooley's Hotel?

Planning to stay at Dooley's Hotel? Kindly note that you can check in after 04:00 PM and before 11:30 AM is when you'll need to check out.

Can guests park for free at Dooley's Hotel?

Yes, there is parking available at Dooley's Hotel. However, please note that charges may apply for parking. The hotel provides public parking at a nearby location, and there is no requirement to make a parking reservation.

How much does a stay at Dooley's Hotel cost?

The entry-level price at Dooley's Hotel is $183. These rates are subject to change based on room selection and travel dates. Kindly input your dates to view current rates.

What types of rooms does Dooley's Hotel offer?

Dooley's Hotel offers a Triple Room that accommodates 3 adults with 3 twin beds. There is also a Double or Twin Room that accommodates 2 adults with 1 double bed and 2 twin beds. The hotel has a Family Room suitable for 2 adults and 2 children with 1 twin bed, 1 double bed, and 1 futon mat. Lastly, there is a Double Room for Single Occupancy with a double bed for 1 adult. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. All room sizes are 258 sqft.

What is there to do in Dooley's Hotel?

Guests at Dooley's Hotel have a variety of leisure amenities to enjoy during their stay. They can take advantage of the hotel's on-site golf course, perfect for both beginners and avid golfers. In the evenings, guests can enjoy live music or performances at the hotel. The bar is also available for guests to relax and enjoy their favorite drinks.

For those looking to explore the surrounding areas, the hotel offers bicycle rental and bike tours, allowing guests to discover the beautiful scenery at their own pace. Walking tours are also available for those who prefer exploring on foot. Horseback riding, cycling, hiking, canoeing, and fishing are other activities guests can engage in during their time at the hotel.

To unwind after a long day, guests can indulge in a full-body massage or opt for a neck or back massage at the hotel's massage facility. Dining options include the on-site New Ship Restaurant, where guests can enjoy delicious meals during their stay.

Does Dooley's Hotel feature its own restaurants?

Yes, Dooley's Hotel has a restaurant on site called the New Ship Restaurant.

Does Dooley's Hotel accept credit cards and cash payments?

Yes, Dooley's Hotel accepts both credit cards (Mastercard, American Express, Visa) and cash payments.