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Athenaeum House Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Waterford Treasures Museum

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Terrace/patio
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Reception hall
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Christendom,, Waterford, County Kilkenny, X91 NT3F
  • Place, Reginald's Tower
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, House of Waterford Crystal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterford Regional Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterford (WAT)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Single Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Double or Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Waterford

Athenaeum House Hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of popular sights like Waterford Treasures Museum and St. Patrick's Church. This 29-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, 24-hour room service, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Reginald's Tower - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • House of Waterford Crystal - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Waterford Crystal Factory - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Waterford Regional Hospital - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Whitfield Clinic - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Waterford Station - 5 min drive
  • Waterford (WAT) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Reg - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Katty Barry's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Emilianos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Three Shippes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trade Coffee - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Athenaeum House Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, near Waterford Treasures Museum
Guests of Athenaeum House Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. Transportation is made easy with limo/town car service. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a library, and a terrace.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; EUR 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Zaks Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 18 per person
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Athenaeum House Hotel
Athenaeum House Hotel Waterford
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Athenaeum House Hotel?

Athenaeum House Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near Athenaeum House Hotel?

This hotel is located in Waterford, close to House of Waterford Crystal, Reginald's Tower, and Waterford Crystal Factory. You'll also find Waterford Treasures Museum and Waterford Golf Club within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Athenaeum House Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Athenaeum House Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Athenaeum House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Athenaeum House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Athenaeum House Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a soaking tub and around-the-clock room service in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Does Athenaeum House Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Athenaeum House Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Athenaeum House Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at Zaks Restaurant.

Does Athenaeum House Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Athenaeum House Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Athenaeum House Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Athenaeum House Hotel?

The closest major airport to Athenaeum House Hotel is Waterford (WAT), which is 8.1 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Athenaeum House Hotel?

No, at Athenaeum House Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Athenaeum House Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Athenaeum House Hotel.

Athenaeum House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 291 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bob, Toronto Ontario

Liked: Staff & service
Nice hotel, room we were in is looking a little worn, restaurant and food were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

carol ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stay was lovely , its a shame the hotel is closing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a clean well managed boutique hotel that has an excellent restaurant. The grounds which are 10 minutes from the centre of Waterford are well manicured and leaves you with the feeling of a country home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Virginia Beach Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was an absolutely beautiful property we stayed an extra night sadly it is closing at the end of the month to be turned into a nursing home I hope the guests that live there enjoy it it as much as we did
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Thomas

Nice place with lots of character, three minutes to town, quiet location. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

Kathie, Texas

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible room in the basement. Sat on Bed and was very old with sunken spots. Did not stay. Would not recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Corey

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shabby basement rooms in a rough neighborhood

What an unfortunate welcome to Waterford. We paid premium to stay at this hotel to enjoy a historic Waterford building, however, we were shunted into the basement, accessible only by a staff elevator, and next to storage rooms. The front desk is always empty so at both check in and check out, we had to wait in the lobby for someone to come by. In fact, this was the only time we were able to even get a glimpse of the building. The room was dark and outdated--the pillows were flat, the remote to the tiny television didn't work, the table was stained. There was no kettle, so you couldn't even enjoy a cup of tea in the morning. The only perk about the room was the bathroom which had a very powerful shower and a nice tub. I found myself in the bath just to avoid the horrible bedroom. The location is horrible as well--it is over a half hour walk to town, by busy highways with lorries zipping by just inches away because there is no safe sidewalk. It also requires that you walk through rough neighborhoods with gangs of loud teenagers roaming around--the businesses are protected with bulletproof glass. I didn't even know such rough places existed in Ireland--it was only after we checked out of our hotel and explored the town the next day that we began to enjoy our day. I felt sure I would be robbed or worse getting to and from the hotel. I feel utterly deceived that I paid a premium price for a supposedly premium hotel only to be dumped in a basement in a bad neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice indeed,staff very pleased and really helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Tony, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Character hotel in nice grounds

Mansion now converted to a hotel so has lots of character and nice grounds. Nice restaurant with outdoor terrace.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Gill

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great staff, lovely location, rooms very tired

Great staff, lovely quiet location. The dining area and outside veranda overlooking the gardens was lovely. Wifi was not great. The rooms need a good overhaul. Very tired looking
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful!

We were very happy with out stay here. Loved the garden and patio! Service was wonderful, as was the food!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

MERVYN

Liked: Staff & service

Disappointed

This hotel needs to be upgraded match the asking price. The rooms were quite old and it had, I think, a 12 inch TV ! Abit off the track from the main town and activities but breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old world atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Staff, hotel was old

The staff were fantastic, they were very helpful and the food at the hotel was fantastic, but the room we were given was old with peeling walls and smelt rather musty. The mattress was ancient and the springs popped when you moved, and the TV was about the size of a laptop screen on the wall. I hope they do the rooms up soon as it would be a lovely room if it was fixed up a bit.

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

10/10 Excellent

lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location with great views Service brilliant. We were well looked
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Val, Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

House hotel near Waterford

We are a couple who were visiting family in Waterford. The hotel is modern downstairs with a lovely restaurant and sitting area. .. Overall the experience good .. the restaurant menu very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Penelope M

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing/Tired old hotel

The hotel is very tired in terms of decor and the two double rooms we had on the ground level were AWFUL - the beds wrecked, the bathrooms in dire need of replacement; the bedding was poor - infact the whole thing was AWFUL. I gather from speaking to the staff that some of the upper floors had been refurbished - so I would strongly recommend anyone booking this hotel to check out when the mattresses were replaced! The food was fairly average, but the staff were wonderful; could not fault their service. The other issue that I could not miss on leaving the hotel was the fact that the Fire Door was locked by the disabled exit at the front of the hotel........... I commented on it in a loud voice, and we noticed that the receptionist (who had worked there for 11 years, she told me) went to unlock it. Hmm........NOT GOOD.

10/10 Excellent

David and Ciar, Louth, Ireland.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful

Comfortable room and excellent food. Would highly recommend a stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The room that we stayed for two nights was a bit dated and could have been given some TLC,But overall it is a nice Hotel that needs some investment on the decor in the bedrooms.The staff are friendly and polite too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018