One of the most elegant hotels in Waterford, Athenaeum House Hotel is located on the fringe of Waterford city. Hotel guests can enjoy the best of both city buzz and rural serenity. This beautifully restored 17th century Georgian house overlooks the twinkling lights of Waterford, just a 15 minute walk away. Waterford city is a busy urban hub, with superb shopping, sight-seeing, great restaurants and of course atmospheric bars with live music.

When you're ready to turn in for the night a short taxi hop will take you back to Athenaeum House Hotel where you can be assured of a peaceful night's sleep, away from the hustle and bustle of town in the relaxed surroundings of a 4 star boutique Waterford hotel.

With 29 individual guest rooms, Athenaeum House Hotel offers impeccable service and timeless elegance Zaks Restaurant is renowned locally for delicious food and the highest standards of quality and attention to detail. If you are planning a wedding or family celebration, they offer a unique proposition in that you can rent the entire hotel for exclusive use.

Business guests will enjoy the ease of access, with complimentary car parking, and Wi-Fi internet access. The serenity of Athenaeum House Hotel provides an ideal working environment for meetings and conferences, before delegates enjoy an excellent meal and retire to the comfort of their restful guest rooms.

Waterford Crystal Visitors Centre: This 4 star boutique hotel is in close proximity to the Waterford Crystal Visitors Centre; The Athenaeum House Hotel & Waterford Crystal has traditionally extended a warm welcome to visitors from around the world. Tours are given of the production areas where the famous crystal is actually made. There is also a visual presentation, tracing the ancient craft of glass-making to the present day.

Waterford Museum of Treasures:  Athenaeum House Hotel is one of the closest four star hotels to the Waterford Museum. A multi award winning all-weather visitor attraction. The museum houses a unique exhibition that, using a superb collection of historic and archaeological artefacts, tells the 1,000-year-story of Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, from Viking times through medieval times to the present. The museum is located in the Viking Triangle on the Mall.

Theatre Royal: The premier venue in the south east welcoming the best touring artists and companies. This elegant 4 star Waterford hotel is the perfect place for you to stay while attending an event in the Theatre Royal. It is home to many of the city’s amateur societies and hosts the annual Waterford International Festival of Light Opera each spring.

Reginald's Tower: Reginald's Tower has stood on its Waterford Quay site for more than a thousand years. The present structure dates from the late twelfth century and is the oldest urban civic building in the country. It has recently been completely restored to its medieval appearance. The heritage museum houses two fascinating collections. On the ground floor, artefacts from the Viking and Medieval periods are on display. The mezzanine floor houses one of Ireland's great collections of decorated charters and civic regalia. Admission cost includes a guided tour.

The hotel offers 29 guest rooms and suites which incorporate the classic elegance of the original Georgian House. The aim was to give every room a soul, each uniquely named after an inventor, novelist, artist or musician. The tranquil setting of the hotel ensures a peaceful night's sleep.

Or choose from 4 beautiful suites that offer all the facilities of executive rooms and have stunning views over the river Suir. There are also some extra luxury touches.

The Athene Suite (Bridal Suite): Jacuzzi bath and four poster bed.

The Iris Suite: With relaxing jacuzzi bath.

The Hera Suite: With a splendid view of the river Suir and the city, the Hera Suite has a freestanding cast iron bath and a separate shower stall.

The Eros Suite: This suite also has beautiful views and a free standing bath, along with a spacious lounge area, ideal for entertaining or relaxing with a book from our library.

Each executive room is superbly decorated and is equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, CD player, iron & ironing board, complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, flat screen TV and direct dial phone. Available in both king and twin configurations.