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Waterloo House 8-10 Waterloo Road Ballsbridge, Dublin DO4T651 Ireland
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#52 of 179 hotels in Dublin
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We are a Four Star Guesthouse and our facilities include the following: * All rooms are en-suite, T.V., telephone, hairdryer and trouser press, tea/coffee making facilities in all bedrooms. * Lift access available to all floors. * FREE Wireless internet access either to our computer or your own. * We provide a 24 hour taxi service. Waterloo House has a unique and ideal location south of the city in the embassy belt with only minutes walk to: • City centre, Stephen's Green, Grafton Street, Museums, Trinity College shopping centre • Entertainment hub of Avivia Stadium & RDS Arena adjacent to house • A Walking Haven on our doorstep - Grand Canal, Herbert Park (32 Acre Public Park) and Sandymount Strand • Excellent 'menu' of quality restaurants • Nodal point of Cafes, Bars, banking and laundry services • Epicentre of the best of the city's transport system Located within close proximity to a wide range of public transport services, DART, numerous Dublin Bus routes (37, 38, 38A, 39, 145) Aircoach stop point with fast and direct access to Dublin Airport.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast available
Baggage storage
Newspaper
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Ironing service
Secured parking
Wifi
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Special diet menus
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun terrace
Private check-in / check-out
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Desk
Interconnected rooms available
Seating area
Telephone
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Bottled water
Iron
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Residential Neighbourhood
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, French, Portuguese, Romanian and 1 more

Location

81Good for walkers
Grade: 81 out of 100
45Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
9Attractionswithin 0.5 km
788Reviews8Q+A100Room tips

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Hugh O Donnell wrote a review Jan 2023
San Francisco, California
We recently stayed at Waterloo House for two nights. We really enjoyed staying there, the building is charming, and the room was super clean, quiet, and well equipped. The staff were helpful and went out of their way to provide directions and recommendations for local restaurants. They have on site parking too which was great. The location is ideal, within walking distance from great restaurants on Baggot St. It’s an easy walk into the center of town too, if needed, but we felt the immediate neighborhood was perfect for our stay. The house itself is set back from the street, so while it’s in the city it felt uniquely quiet and safe. On our departure one of the staff said that they plan on remodeling the whole house in early 2023, so we are now even more excited about our next visit there.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Henri wrote a review Dec 2022
Dublin, Ireland2 contributions1 helpful vote
A rare gem in the heart of the city! We loved our stay and can highly recommend Waterloo House to anyone. The friendly staff went out of their way to assist us and had great knowledge to recommend sightseeing in the city. They made us feel right at home. A great location, spacious rooms, comfortable beds and a beautiful part of the city with lots to do right on your doorstep.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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rafabenitez_13 wrote a review Dec 2022
Liverpool, United Kingdom235 contributions177 helpful votes
We stayed at this hotel for 3 nights. The hotel was clean. The staff were helpful and friendly and nothing was a problem to them. It is about a half hour walk to the city centre. There are good bars and restaurants within five minutes of the hotel. The hotel does not do breakfast but there are plenty of places close by.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Mark H wrote a review Nov 2022
14 contributions1 helpful vote
Very good experience yet again, my 3rd stay over last two months. This would be my preferred home away from home when I’m in Dublin. The staff, all of them are simply the best, polite and very helpful going well beyond what could be reasonable expected. I very rarely give 5 stars but do so happily here, there are a few issues, fit and finish tired and the front door closing is very loud but the staff well out way very minor issues.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Room Tip: Best location in Dublin at a very affordable price, best coffee just around the corner on Baggot...
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GMcC73 wrote a review Nov 2022
Cork, Ireland41 contributions20 helpful votes
We enjoyed a lovely family overnight stay for the rugby. Spacious family room, friendly staff and central location, will come again thank you. It’s s perfect spot for access to both the city centre and the Aviva
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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rob wrote a review Oct 2022
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Warm friendly staff and rooms. Fantastic location and FREE overnight parking. Rooms have been recently refurbished. Comfy beds with great mattresses. Good water pressure in the shower. Lift to all floors. Fab local pubs and eateries. Lovey walks along the canal.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled on business
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Tricia W wrote a review Oct 2022
London, United Kingdom22 contributions47 helpful votes
This is an average place to stay, certainly not a boutique hotel. It was clean, but our shower didn’t work and wasn’t fixed after we reported it. We moved rooms after the second complaint, but when we enquired if it had been fixed they told us the new guest hadn’t complained - so nothing had been done! It was in a good position for us as our son lives nearby but it’s not in central Dublin, it’s about a 20 minute walk to the centre. They don’t serve breakfast, which we didn’t know until we arrived so this cannot be classed as a four star hotel (it’s a guest house really). Should be cheaper for what they offer.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: There is parking, Check the shower - the one in room 35 didn’t work! No breakfast
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Mimica Z wrote a review Oct 2022
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Lots of park, Canal with swans, ducks and all kind of birds, near the City Center, nice walk to everywhere with the view of gourgeos buildings. Waterloo House is nice place to stay, clean with good service, polite employees. Reccomendations
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Kinsey P wrote a review Oct 2022
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While at the en of our trip, we experienced a medical emergency. The staff of Waterloo House were amazing in their assistance. They went above and beyond to assist us, though they didn't need to. The beautifully decorated rooms and nice location is an added benefit we didn't get to enjoy sadly. If we revisit Dublin, we'll surely stay again.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Patrick A wrote a review Oct 2022
Saint Louis, Missouri8 contributions3 helpful votes
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I had to double-check to make sure I stayed at the same place that others have rated so highly! Quite frankly, I would never stay here again. From the moment I pulled up and lugged my suitcases up a very steep suitcase, the staff came outside, took one look at my two bags and turned around and went back inside. Upon checkin, they make you pay immediately, I'm guessing because once you saw your room, you would immediately check in somewhere else. The rooms are tight, old and worn. The comforter and matching pillows were filthy and old. The bathroom was filled with mold and mildew. Breakfast is no longer served, and the breakfast room is littered with junk and dirty linen. I would never recommend this place. I am not a hotel snob by any stretch, but this place is disgusting. Do yourself a favor and stay somewhere else!
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Response from Evelyn Corcoran, Owner at Waterloo House
Responded 24 Oct 2022
Dear 418patricka, Thank you for taking the time to send us your feedback about your recent stay with us here in Waterloo House. We take pride in our home and we are measured by how guests evaluate our services and facilities. We have taken note of the issues you encountered during your stay and these are being addressed with the utmost concern. Waterloo House will be undergoing renovations in January and we are confident that they will exceed all expectations. We appreciate all of our guests' feedback and we will use these comments to improve our product and service in the future. Kind regards, Evelyn
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US$176 - US$298 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
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LOCATION
IrelandProvince of LeinsterCounty DublinDublin
NUMBER OF ROOMS
21
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterloo House
Which popular attractions are close to Waterloo House?
Nearby attractions include The Irish House Party (0.3 km), Doheny and Nesbitt (0.3 km), and Searsons (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Waterloo House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and breakfast buffet.
Which room amenities are available at Waterloo House?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, a desk, and a seating area.
What food & drink options are available at Waterloo House?
Guests can enjoy breakfast and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Waterloo House?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Waterloo House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Bloom Brasserie, Keshk Cafe, and Asador.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Waterloo House?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, Portuguese, Romanian, and Ukrainian.
Are there any historical sites close to Waterloo House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Kilmainham Gaol Museum (4.5 km), 14 Henrietta Street (2.9 km), and Guinness Storehouse (3.1 km).