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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.

Everything was perfect amazing breakfast..The staff go beyond thier duties.

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8.3
Very good
1,247 reviews
Price from
£76
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.

the staff were exceptional —-in the midst of a pandemic. warm friendly and helpful. breakfasts outstanding and rooms were really nice!

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8.8
Fabulous
3,252 reviews
Price from
£120
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.

We liked that the hotel had a nice restaurant. After a day of travel and sight seeing it was great to have a good restaurant readily available.

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8
Very good
1,696 reviews
Price from
£102
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.

We Celebrated our 50+ year Wedding Anniversary at this Fabulous Hotel. The Reception and Breakfast Staff made 'our stay' feel very 'Special' and the surroundings and views of the garden added to that.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,972 reviews
Price from
£145
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.

Great hotel, really helpful and friendly staff and great food and drinks.

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8.2
Very good
3,323 reviews
Price from
£102
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.

Chef Robert makes the best bacon I have ate since I began my tour of Ireland !

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8.5
Very good
3,866 reviews
Price from
£119
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.

the staff was very friendly and helpful. it was close to the museums and bike rental. also good pubs close by to eat at.

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8.3
Very good
2,544 reviews
Price from
£116
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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Boutique hotels that guests love in Waterford

  • Avg. price/night: £130.36
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,322 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: £852.75
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £141.41
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,252 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: £127.70
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,866 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: £162.84
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,972 reviews
    Stunning location, beautiful property. Attractive interior design.
    Alison
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £141.41
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,252 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
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