This modern hotel lies only around a 5-minute drive from the lively centre of Waterford and close to the IDA Industrial Estate and Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre. A public transport stop is 1 km away, Waterford airport is located 13 km away, Cork airport roughly 120 km from the hotel, Shannon airport 150 km away and it is roughly 170 km to Dublin airport. Opened in 2005, the air-conditioned city and conference hotel features modern designs and comprises a total of 100 rooms spread over 3 floors. The inviting lobby houses a 24-hour reception desk, a hotel safe, and a currency exchange desk. In addition, there is a café, a lift and a bar for hotel guests. Additionally, dining options include an air-conditioned à la carte restaurant with a non-smoking area and highchairs for children. Further facilities also include a WLAN access point and a public Internet terminal as well as a conference room. Room, laundry and medical services are available on request. Those arriving by car may park in the hotel car park. The tastefully furnished comfortable rooms feature an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV, radio and Internet access. In addition, a double bed, carpeting and heating also come as standard in the stylish rooms. There is a gym available for guests' wanting more exercise. From Friday to Sunday, guests are offered a live entertainment programme in the bar.