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Places to Stay

Your perfect base for the St Patrick’s Festival fun

A restaurant table set for four with colourful chairs overlooks a marina with yachts and water at sunset, seen through large windows. As you dine, imagine exciting moments like the Explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival.

Tower Hotel

4* Hotel & Leisure Centre located in Waterford City’s Viking Triangle.

A modern hotel building with large glass windows and corner signage reading "FITZWILTON HOTEL"; its exterior features colourful mural art—an ideal base to explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival.

Fitzwilliam Hotel

The Fitzwilton, proud recipient of the Irish Hotel Awards’ Boutique Hotel of the Year (Munster).

A brightly lit building with many windows is reflected in calm water at night, creating a mirror-like effect. The sky is dark blue, and nearby buildings are also visible—perfect scenery to explore during the Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival.

Waterford Marina

The Waterford Marina Hotel is a haven of peace and tranquillity ideally located in the heart of Waterford city.

A warmly lit exterior of Treacy’s Hotel at dusk, with glowing lights highlighting Croker’s Restaurant, bar, and hotel entrance—an inviting sight on a quiet street for those looking to explore the Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival nearby.

Treacys Hotel

Treacys Hotel & Leisure Centre is set in a picturesque location, in the heart of Ireland’s Oldest City

Street view of the Granville Hotel’s ornate black and gold exterior, with flower boxes, flags above, and large windows reflecting trees and sky. The hotel sign and entrance invite you to explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival nearby.

Granville Hotel

The Granville Hotel in Waterford overlooks the River Suir and is a 5-minute walk from St Patrick’s Cathedral.

A warmly lit hotel building with a sign reading "Dooley's Hotel" on a city street at dusk welcomes guests to explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival; a van is parked in front, and the sky is a deep blue.

Dooleys Hotel

For over 75 years, our family has proudly welcomed guests to Waterford.

Places to Eat

Taste Waterford while you celebrate St Patrick’s Day

A warmly lit restaurant with people dining inside is seen through a large window at night. The exterior features blue lighting, a sign reading "Bodéga," and a colourful "from farm to fork" sign—perfect for those exploring Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival.

BODEGA Restaurant

Awarded Best Casual Dining Restaurant in Waterford and Munster by the Restaurant Association of Ireland.

The entrance of McLeary's restaurant in Waterford, Ireland, with large windows, two tall planters, a wooden barrel, and reflections of boats visible in the glass—an inviting spot to explore during the Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival.

McLeary's Restaraunt

McLeary’s vision is realised by offering locally sourced fresh food at an affordable price.

Front entrance of Emiliano’s Ristorante Italiano with glass doors, potted trees, wooden chairs, a wine barrel, and a restaurant sign above—perfect to visit as you explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival nearby.

Emiliano's Italian

Enjoy Authentic Italian Cuisine in Waterford. Savour the rich flavours of Italy, prepared with tradition and passion.

A cosy restaurant dining area with dark wooden tables and chairs, set for service. After you explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival, relax by the white fireplace beneath floral wall art, under modern lights, near windows draped in red curtains.

SABAI Thai Cuisine

Authentic Thai & Vietnamese Cuisine In the heart of Waterford City

Grilled salmon fillet garnished with chopped herbs, served on a plate with lemon slices, roast potatoes, and a fresh salad—perfect for enjoying after you Explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival. A fork is placed beside the plate.

O'Sullivans Restaurant

Nestled snugly in the historic Viking Triangle, our venue stands as a cornerstone of warmth and celebration, perfect for every social occasion.

Two people stand behind a bar holding a glass award and smiling. The bar is filled with bottles and taps, and large signs say "#BiaDéise" and "#FoodieDestinations." Discover the charm—Explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival in this warm, inviting setting.

Revolution

Faux leather booth’s, macabre art pieces, and a wall of Belgian Gilt mirrors are wrapped up in gently worn Mid-Century lamp shades.

Places to Explore

View all that Waterford has to offer

Two people stand behind a chain-link fence, preparing to throw axes at wooden targets marked with red bullseyes in "Axe Junkies," a perfect spot to visit after you explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival.

AXE Junkies

We think it’s one of the most exciting and fun activities that you can do. Did we mention how satisfying hitting a bullseye is!

A person uses a ruler and pen to mark precise lines on a glass bottle. The workspace, ideal for those who explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival, includes a circular diagram, technical drawings, and other glass objects.

House of Waterford.

A visit to the House of Waterford allows you to experience the sheer divinity of fine crystal, as well as the masterful techniques that create such opulent visions of beauty. 

An empty theatre with rows of seats, a curved balcony, ornate wallpaper, and a stage with a red curtain partially open revealing brick walls—perfect for those looking to explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival venues in classic style.

Theatre Royal

A hub that encourages the development and creation of new work by professional artists and arts practitioners, including writers, musicians, actors, directors, dancers, clowns, producers.

A group of people in a theatre gathered to explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival, sharing laughter and anticipation for the festivities ahead.

Garter Lane

Garter Lane Arts Centre is a vibrant and thriving multidisciplinary venue for visual arts, theatre, dance, music, film, children’s arts programming and professional development.

Discover

Ireland's Ancient East

Experience Ireland’s Ancient East where vibrant history and modern life meet. Enjoy memorable food experiences, wander down the cobbled streets of medieval towns and explore the gorgeous gardens of this scenic region.

Hear local legends and mythical tales of the east of Ireland on a lively walking tour or travel back in time at an ancient monastic site. Head on an epic mountain hike and after, experience the cultural riches of the incredible cities.

An older couple walk hand-in-hand along a canal towpath beside a boat, with an arched stone bridge and greenery in the background. The text reads "Ireland’s Ancient East—Explore Waterford St Patrick’s Day Festival.