Viking Hotel Blog

 Spooky Tunnel The Greenway in Waterford is a fantastic amenity for all the family all year round. The Greenway is 46 km cycling and walking trail which is enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. At Halloween the famous Ballyvoyle Tunnel is transformed into a...

 During your stay at Viking Hotel Waterford, why not take advantage of the many surrounding beaches and take a dip into the sea! We have some of the best beaches in Ireland, just a short drive away, below are some of our favourites. Tramore beach: Stretches...

 During your stay at Viking Hotel Waterford, be sure to take advantage of all the nearby picturesque locations. Perfect for your latest Instagram shots! Check out our top ten locations below.   Durrow Tunnel Durrow Tunnel is located on the 46km walking and...

  I think it is safe to say we all look forward to our Summer Holidays every year; this makes it all the more important to make the most out of your Trip. Here are a few things that can help: Pack Smart If you are planning a trip to Ireland have a think about the...

  House of Waterford Crystal Waterford Crystal used to be one of the largest employers in Waterford- the manufacturing of the Crystal has been moved to Slovenia in recent years, however, the House of Waterford Crystal continues to be a favourite of international...

 Following our recent €1 million investment, here are some of the things you can look forward to on your next visit to the Viking Hotel Waterford. Enjoy an exceptionally comfortable relaxing sleep at night We have replaced our beds with King Koil beds; the...

If you are thinking of planning a little trip away; Waterford is a good choice! There is loads to see and do over the next couple of months; below are just a few that we have picked: Theatrical shows If you enjoy comedy shows; the Theatre Royal is hosting the popular...

Great design and space The newly refurbished bar and restaurant ‘The Wooden Pestle’ at The Viking Hotel offers a new contemporary but cosy look and feel. Thinking back to when the plans from the design company were unveiled, the excitement among the staff began to...

It has been a busy year for The Viking Hotel and ending on a high with our new look hotel just around the corner! Our Restaurant and Bar is currently undergoing a massive facelift. A welcome change the colours of the Bar and Restaurant will be contemporary with clean...

A winter wonderland Winterval has really put Waterford on the map as a destination over the festive period. Winterval runs from Saturday 17th November until Sunday 23rd of December this year with loads to see and do for all the family! The festival kicks off in JR...

Being the oldest city in Ireland, Waterford has quite a bit of history attached to it. There are three fantastic museums in the city that capture the essence of the area's fascinating history. These museums are Reginald’s Tower, Bishop's Palace and the Medieval Museum...

No 9 CAFÉ This café is based on Barronstrand Street in the centre of Waterford City. This café offers a bright and modern space with loads of choice for lunch such as soups, salads, sandwiches & burgers and won’t make a huge dent in your pocket either! See their...