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Athenaeum House Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Waterford Treasures Museum

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A restaurant with tables set for dining, large potted plants, and a bar area in the background.
A neatly made bed with white linens and a dark headboard, a fruit bowl with a pineapple, strawberries, grapes, and an apple, and two bedside lamps on a nightstand.
A living room with a fireplace, sofas, armchairs, and a chandelier.
A yellow building with large windows and a balcony.
A room with a piano, a large window, and curtains.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Christendom,, Waterford, County Kilkenny, X91 NT3F
  • Place, Reginald's Tower
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterford Treasures Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, House of Waterford Crystal
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterford (WAT)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Single Room

A bottle of wine, two wine glasses, and a tray with a napkin on a bed with a patterned bedspread.

Executive Single Room

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a desk with a lamp.

Deluxe Double Room

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Executive Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with a bottle of wine, two wine glasses, and a folded napkin.

Executive Double or Twin Room

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

About the neighborhood

Waterford

In Waterford .You'll find Waterford Treasures Museum and St. Patrick's Church within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Waterford Golf Club and Christ Church Cathedral are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Reginald's Tower - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Waterford Treasures Museum - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Waterford Golf Club - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • House of Waterford Crystal - 7 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Athenaeum House Hotel

3-star hotel near Waterford Treasures Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include meeting rooms and limo/town car service.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Athenaeum House Hotel.

This 3-star Waterford hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Athenaeum House Hotel offers 29 accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

Property class

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 Waterford
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Athenaeum House Hotel to the airport?

Athenaeum House Hotel is 8.1 mi (27-min drive) away from the Waterford (WAT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Athenaeum House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Athenaeum House Hotel.

How close is Athenaeum House Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 10 mi (26-min drive) from Tramore Beach and 12.9 mi (36-min drive) from Dunmore East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Athenaeum House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Athenaeum House Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 18 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10 AM and weekends from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Athenaeum House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Athenaeum House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Athenaeum House Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Athenaeum House Hotel have a pool?

Athenaeum House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Athenaeum House Hotel have a restaurant?

Athenaeum House Hotel is home to Zaks Restaurant, which features garden views.

Does Athenaeum House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Athenaeum House Hotel to downtown Waterford?

Athenaeum House Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Waterford.

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

Verified review

8/10 Good

Bob

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

2/10 Terrible

Kathie

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tony

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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.
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Val

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
Verified review

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David and Ciar

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The town was unremarkable but the hotel was absolutely lovely, we are very glad we stayed there.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Looked good on the website but disappointed

First the good things: Good location outside of centre of Waterford Very good breakfast Staff (especially Michelle), very friendly, professional and efficient Now the not so good: Requested a room with a nice view, got no communication about this request and a room that was half underground - hardly a good start. Heating appears to be turned off more than on resulting in the need for an additional heater in the room Wall TV was only slightly larger than my iPad! Needs an upgrade (the wall TV, not my iPad) Heated Bathroom towel rail was not heated With a few small investmemnts to revitalise the hotel I think this could eb a good one but sadly, right now, I would not recommend to you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Lovely food but mattress was worn out and lumpy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Room not ready, and restaurant terrible

The room was not ready at check in time, our beds were not the same height as each other's. There was a bus parked at our window all night. It was a terrible experience for us. We went to the restaurant and felt like we had been transported back to the early 90's. The food was edible and my drink was terrible. There were two big parties happening in the restaurant with us, that were loud. It was not a very nice place to eat. There was also a child playing notes on the piano that did not add to the atmosphere. I would NEVER recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
we had a great stay at the Athenaeum House Hotel and Waterford too. We also took advantage of the restaurant for dinner and found the meal exquisite. Service and attitude from all staff that we encountered was also 2nd to none.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs a complete remodel

Hotel living on past glory. Rooms last refurbished when Hector was a pup. Mattresses were thin and hard. An eight aging to a six.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017