The Fitzwilton Hotel, WaterfordThe Fitzwilton Hotel in Waterford, Ireland has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 4 of 7 hotels we score in Waterford. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction.The Fitzwilton Hotel is a four-star boutique hotel on Bridge Street in Waterford City, in the main shopping district and close to the River Suir. It stands about 50 metres from the city's train and bus station, making arrivals simple for those travelling without a car. The hotel has 90 rooms, described as spacious and stylish, each equipped with a plasma-screen television, Wi-Fi and newspapers. Facilities include a restaurant, on-site parking, a business centre and a casino, and children are welcome. It suits families, business travellers and shoppers wanting a central base. One point to weigh: the casino and busy street-side position may not appeal to guests seeking a quiet, resort-style stay.What stands out

Central Waterford location near station

Spacious, comfortable rooms

Restaurant and on-site parking

Family friendly, kids welcome

Watch out for

Casino on site may deter quiet seekers

City-centre setting can be noisy

Better-scored in Waterford

Granville Hotel Waterford, Waterford: 3.8 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $187 a night. The Granville Hotel is a four-star historic hotel in the centre of Waterford, Ireland, looking over the River Suir.

Viking Hotel, Waterford: 3.4 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms). Viking Hotel is a four-star, Fáilte Ireland-accredited establishment located near the Waterford Crystal Factory.

Faithlegg House Hotel, Waterford: 3.4 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), from $218 a night. Faithlegg House Hotel is a restored 18th-century Georgian mansion set on the River Suir Estuary at Faithlegg, roughly 10 km from Waterford city and its airport.