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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. The New Ship Restaurant serves creative, Irish cuisine and desserts. The bar offers a range of dishes, including light snacks, cooked breakfasts, and lunch, afternoon, and evening menus. Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre is a 5-minute drive away from Dooley’s, and Waterford Museum of Treasures is a 10-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
3 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
and
1 futon bed
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Guest review summary
Guests loved Dooley's Hotel's <b>central location</b> and <b>friendly staff</b>. <b>Breakfast</b> and <b>room cleanliness</b> were praised. <b>Room comfort</b> received mixed reviews, with some finding it too warm. Guests expressed concern about room soundproofing, noting noise from outside and other rooms.
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Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Waterford

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • New Ship Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner

Facilities of Dooley's Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Accessible parking

Transport

  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Wellness

  • Full body massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • Czech
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Malay
  • Polish
  • Russian
  • Filipino

House rules
Dooley's Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 50 is required on arrival. That's about £41. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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 identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of € 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Dooley's Hotel

  • The prices at Dooley's Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Dooley's Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Dooley's Hotel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

  • Dooley's Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Back massage
    • Walking tours
    • Horse riding
    • Live music/performance
    • Full body massage
    • Bike tours
    • Neck massage
    • Bicycle rental

  • Dooley's Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • New Ship Restaurant

  • Dooley's Hotel is 650 yards from the centre of Waterford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Dooley's Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Room options at Dooley's Hotel include:

    • Single
    • Twin/Double
    • Triple
    • Family