When you stay at Waterford Castle, you can practice your swing on the golf course. Guests can visit the outdoor tennis courts for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Munster Room Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Onsite extended parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private picnics
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Playground
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
Tennis
Basketball
Golf lessons
Golfing
Hiking/biking trails
Beach nearby
Discount at nearby fitness center
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space (2476 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1600
Garden
Picnic area
Fireplace in lobby
Golf course on site
Golf driving range on site
Outdoor tennis court
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Espresso maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Fireplace
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Munster Room Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Fitzgerald Bar - This bar serves lunch and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Kings Channel Clubhouse - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open select days.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 26.50 for adults and EUR 17.00 for children
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
Bar/lounge
Dining venue(s)
Front desk
Golf course
Swimming pool
Tennis courts
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 25.0 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 65.0 per night
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Castle Waterford
Waterford Castle
Waterford Castle Hotel
Waterford Castle Hotel
Waterford Castle Waterford
Waterford Castle Hotel Waterford
Frequently asked questions
Does Waterford Castle offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Waterford Castle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Waterford Castle?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Waterford Castle?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Waterford Castle?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Waterford Castle and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities such as hiking, and practice your swing at the golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Waterford Castle?
Yes, Munster Room Restaurant offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Waterford Castle like?
Waterford Castle is located by the river.
Popular attractions include Waterford Regional Hospital, which is 6 minutes away by car.
Waterford Castle Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
9 Sep 2024
what a treat to stay here. Lovely castle with beautiful grounds. We had a five star dinner and breakfast was lovely. thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Tracey
Tracey, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
5 Sep 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Sep 2024
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Aug 2024
Our stay in waterford castle was a highlight of our trip to Ireland. Only wish we had stayed longer! It is a beautiful property that is peaceful and relaxing.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jul 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
23 Jul 2024
Alan
Alan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2024
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jun 2024
Beautiful grounds
jodie
jodie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Jun 2024
mark
mark, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jun 2024
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jun 2024
Our family had a wonderful stay here. The staff was fantastic. The rooms had unique charm to each of them. We would definitely stay here again.
Lisa
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jun 2024
Amazing time here! I highly suggest a reservation for dinner in the Munster room. Big shout out to Dylan and David who were inside bar area. They were so kind and helpful. The grounds are absolutely amazing. Definitely a 10/10 experience.
Peggy
Peggy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 May 2024
deirdre
deirdre, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2024
Stunning romantic castle in the peace and quiet of a private island
karen E
karen E, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2024
Staying in a castle?! On its own island?! In Ireland?! Could there be anything better? Beautiful property with lovely, accommodating staff. It was perfect. We had a wonderful stay!
liesl
liesl, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
11 Apr 2024
The castle was amazing. The service at the restaurant was poor. Out of several bottle of wine we ordered and slow service. Food was ok. The pigeon was the best part. We only ordered one desert, but we were charged for 2 three-course meals. We were undercharged due to a server hitting the wrong button on the machine, but then we were hounded later that night and the next day to pay the $70 difference. We left a £30 cash tip and the server pocketed that too. Extremely rude and unprofessional. Not how you treat guests when mistakes are made by the staff.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Mar 2024
all staff working were very friendly, couretous and accomodating. I enjoyed the amenities, atmosphere and the food really impressive. thanks for a lovely night in your castle.
what I did not like was booking through a third party to learn if needed of their cancellation policy being 42 days in advance!
Tricia
Tricia, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Mar 2024
Amazing experience
We stayed at the Waterford castle for 4 nights. Loved every minute of it. Gorgeous views and excellent service. Had breakfast daily in the gorgeous sun room where the meals were especially catered for us. The views from the castle were amazing, beautiful sunsets. Our favorite room was the Rose Suite. Spacious and such a comfortable bed. Staff would go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and to meet your needs. I would recommend staying at Waterford Castle.
Myshelle
Myshelle, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Mar 2024
It is a lovely place to stay. Being on the island takes you away from the hustle and bustle. We took this as a “pause” from our tour of Ireland. David in the bar and Antonio in the restaurant go out of there way to make sure you enjoy your stay. Feel like an Earl!
Peter J.
Peter J., 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Mar 2024
Greg
Greg, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Mar 2024
We had a slight hiccup while checking in, but it was corrected quickly.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec 2023
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Dec 2023
Amazing Dinner
The castle and the ground are magnificent and the rooms beautiful. I have traveled extensively over the last 40 years, and then that time I have had no finer meal, then was served at the castle for dinner. Clearly the work of one of the finest chefs imaginable.
James
James, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Dec 2023
AISLINN
AISLINN, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Dec 2023
Like a fairytale!
Beautiful castle and lovely stay! The grounds are gorgeous, the staff welcoming. We had an amazing dinner and breakfast. Comfy bed, very nice amenities. I only wish we couldve stayed longer