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About this property
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 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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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
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Costigan
Ireland
“The staff were friendly as usual and very efficient.” - Lynne
United Kingdom
“We had mini breakfast and it was sufficient. Easy to find and plenty of parking opposite.” - Michael
United Kingdom
“room was bright, clean and very nice indeed, breakfast experience was brilliant” - Yvonne
Ireland
“Super central ideal for bus and train, bus to Tramore or walk into the market square” - Marie
Ireland
“Location is brilliant. Minutes away from the city centre and the train station. Bus stop is right across the road” - Alison
Ireland
“Our room was spacious for our family of 4. The beds were comfortable. I especially liked that our bedroom had one double and two proper single beds. Some hotels we have stayed at only had uncomfortable sofa beds for kids so this was great. The...” - Helen
United Kingdom
“Convenient location, very large room, high quality breakfast and friendly staff.” - Martina
Ireland
“Location excellent, parking across road . €12 for 24hrs” - Judy
United Kingdom
“Centrally located. Very clean and comfortable for a one night stay. The staff were friendly and helpful.” - La
Australia
“Location was ideal. Room was comfortable. Staff helpful”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- New Ship Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
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.