The Fitzwilton Hotel, Waterford
About the Hotel
The Fitzwilton Hotel is a boutique 4-star hotel located in the heart of Waterford City, Ireland's oldest city, founded by the Vikings. Situated a short stroll from popular attractions, shopping areas, and the Viking Quarter, it offers modern comforts and stylish design. The hotel features a multi-award-winning restaurant and a trendy bar, making it a popular choice among visitors and locals alike. With excellent access to public transportation, guests can easily explore the region's rich cultural heritage.
Location
Ideally positioned in Waterford City, the Fitzwilton Hotel is just a two-minute walk from the main train and bus stations. Public transportation provides easy access to the city's main tourist attractions, including the Viking Triangle and Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre. The hotel is also a five-minute cycle from the Waterford Greenway, a popular cycling and walking trail. Nearby parking options ensure convenience for guests traveling by car.
Rooms
The Fitzwilton Hotel comprises 90 stylish guest rooms, including a luxurious penthouse suite with breathtaking views of Waterford’s cityscape. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as 43” Smart TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and comfortable bedding, ensuring a relaxing stay. Family, twin, and triple rooms are available, catering to the diverse needs of guests, and many rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows that provide ample natural light. The hotel is well-suited for both leisure and business travelers.
Eat & Drink
Guests can enjoy a relaxed dining experience at Restaurant Chez K’s, which offers a fusion of Irish and European dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients. The Met Bar serves an all-day menu featuring a variety of light bites, pizzas, and popular main courses, including a house curry. A traditional afternoon tea service is available, perfect for special occasions, where guests can linger over a selection of sandwiches and sweet treats. Seasonal specials are also offered throughout the year.
Leisure & Business
The Fitzwilton Hotel provides a range of business facilities, including two meeting rooms capable of accommodating up to 80 attendees. High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, alongside on-site parking for guests. The property is also conveniently located near the Waterford Greenway, ideal for walking or cycling. For leisure, the hotel is surrounded by various cultural and recreational attractions, ensuring a fulfilling stay for all guests.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel is ideally located for exploring Waterford on foot, by car, or on a bike. The rooms are spacious and clean, though a bit dimly lit. The service was professional and friendly, with a slight miss on communication about additional fees. The dining experience could be more organized, especially with guests handling serving utensils. Overall, a great location for a culinary journey, but with a need for improved dining arrangements.
The hotel's rooms were a bit tired in appearance, making for uncomfortable nights due to noise and heat. Not quite up to the four-star or boutique standard as advertised. On the bright side, the location is lovely, within walking distance of the main attractions, though not the best for relaxation.
The hotel has slightly tired-looking rooms, more like a three-star standard with a bath and shower. While the bed and chairs were comfortable, the room was a bit warm for sleeping, and getting fresh air was challenging due to the window safety catch.
The hotel rooms are big and spacious. Despite a strong smell of cigarettes in the corridor upon arrival, the staff, especially Duty Manager Daryl, were fab and the location is perfect for the city. However, the noise from the street fighting and loading bay hindered a good night's sleep.
The hotel is ideally located right across the water from the Train station, making it easy to explore the city on foot. The rooms are large, clean, and comfortable, but the check-in experience was slightly delayed upon arrival. The service was top-notch with welcoming and friendly staff, though there was a lacking presence of a Supervising Manager in the restaurant. The dining options were good, but improvements could be made in certain areas. Overall, I enjoyed my stay and found the location perfect for exploring Waterford.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were quite clean and large, although the decor seemed a bit dated. They were still very comfy and spacious. Despite some noise from restoration work, the overall experience was pleasant. The service was exceptional, with friendly and hardworking staff catering to my needs. The location was central and convenient with plenty of attractions nearby. The dining experience was lovely, offering tasty options despite some disorganization. The hotel facilities were enjoyable and up to a good standard.
This year we decided to give this hotel another try, and it turned out to be a mixed experience. The rooms were lovely, spacious, and clean, offering a mix of comfort but lacking in prompt responses. The location was a bit noisy but convenient to the town center, with some noise disruptions from outside. The dining experience had some ups and downs, with good value but also some issues with adhering to guidelines. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.
The hotel rooms weren't what we expected, facing a ton of apartments with only a laneway gap between each building. They were different from what was advertised and very small. However, the rooms were lovely, cosy, and clean.
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