With a beautiful setting on the River Suir, the luxurious Waterford Castle Hotel and Golf Resort is on a private island completely detached from the mainland. The castle boasts elegant rooms and suites with stunning views. These individually designed rooms offer also offer free WiFi, goose-down quilts. Contemporary lodges are also available and include three and four-bedroom semi detached properties with a spacious open-plan kitchen/dining area and adjoining living room. Access to the island is by a private car ferry which operates throughout the day. "Complimentary ferry crossing takes 3 minutes and does not need to be reserved in advance, it departs every 15 minutes. Drive up the beech-lined drive to reach the castle and its 800 years of history. Local activities include golfing on an 18-hole course, clay-target shooting, a driving range, tennis and croquet. There are also several nature trails and walking paths to explore.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

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

Breakfast info

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

  • Free parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Tennis court

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Children's playground


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1 double bed
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2 single beds
1 large double bed
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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Paldridge
Australia Australia
Absolutely everything. We were treated like royalty as soon as we walked in the door. The staff are first class. Alessandro in the Bar Room pours the best guiness and makes a mean old fashioned! The grounds are gorgeous, our room was beautiful...
Richard
Ireland Ireland
We loved everything the resort had to offer, from the gorgeous landscape, to the jaw dropping interior, it was exactly what we had in mind.
Olivia
Ireland Ireland
Stunning interiors and actually kept very authentic and not just a castle that has been made look like a hotel
Oeuf
France France
Rooms are spacious and confortable. Breakfast was wonderful.
Brian
New Zealand New Zealand
Everything 100% Fabulous From the magic of arriving by Car Ferry the Estate continues to Amaze Carl in the bar makes the BEST Negroni!
Marion
Ireland Ireland
I have been around the world and this in my number one hotel in the world i habe gone back 18 time love it ...
Mary
Ireland Ireland
Beautiful Historical building. Welcoming and relaxed atmosphere
Stephen
Ireland Ireland
It was an anniversary, I advised the staff and they put in a number of extra touches. very thoughtful
Marie
Ireland Ireland
The hotel is beautiful very clean and has lovely features. The food exceptional. Our dinner was fantastic great service and fabulous menu, breakfast also exceptional. Love this hotel will return in the summer for golf and overnight.
Anonymous
Ireland Ireland
Great stay with our family of 4. Accommodating staff, lovely location. Enjoyed the stay a lot, thank you

Property surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
Musnter Room Restaurant
  • Open for
    Dinner
Fitzgerald Room Bar
  • Open for
    Lunch • High tea • Cocktail hour

House rules

Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 01:00 to 12:00
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.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
€ 65 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Access to the island is by a private car ferry, which operates throughout the day. The ferry crossing takes 3 minutes.

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please note portable/disposable barbecues are not permitted.

Please note that lodge guests might not have access to the castle during certain days due to private events. Please confirm with the property prior to arrival.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.