FROM DUBLIN AIRPORT

Getting to Lawlors Hotel is easy from Dublin Airport: You can take the airport coach which drops off close by, an Airport Taxi (cost approx €100 each way) or book a Private Airport transfer with one of our transport partners from €130 each way. For groups of over 7 Please call us for more information.

ARRIVING BY CAR

Parking for hotel guests at Lawlors Hotel is free but the car park will be very busy for this race meeting. The car park is located underneath the hotel where there is a lift available for all guests. Please remember to get your exit ticket from Hotel reception when you check out. Driving Directions are available here

PRIVATE TRANSPORT

Private Transfers are available to and from Dublin Airport with our travel partner, Platinum Driving Services. You can view charges and book online HERE. For Groups of 7 or more guests we can offer Private return coach transport from €250 each way, depending on guest numbers.

CHECKING IN

Please go to Hotel reception and check in. If you arrive before check in time (3:30pm) you may not have access to your room. In this case the Hotel will store your luggage for you until your room is ready. The Hotel will be 100% full during this event so please be prepared for a longer check in time than normal.

OUR GUEST DESK

Our Race and Stay guest desk is located a short distance from Hotel reception. Our staff are based there from 10:30 each morning and this is where you will collect your race tickets from each day. We are there to help you have the best time possible. Please check our screens for the latest information.

YOUR ROOM AND COMFORT

Lawlors Guest rooms are all en-suite are very comfortable and feature signature Beds and Pillows. You'll have plenty of hanging space for your clothes, with in room safe, tea and coffee station, hairdryer, flat screen TV and channels, iron and board, fluffy towels and all you need for your stay.

EATING AND DRINKING

There are 3 main food options at Lawlors. The Bistro restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Atrium for casual dining and Vi's Restaurant for a more intimate dining experience. The Random Inn serves Beers and Spirits with entertainment at weekends. Bookings essential for all meals: Call + 353 45 906444

THE RANDOM INN BAR

The Random Inn is a great spot for a drink and to enjoy the Racing TV replays of the days action on the big screen. Very busy at weekends and a locals favorite too the Bar is open from 5pm until late. Great Cocktails, a wide selection of beers, wines and spirits and there is always entertainment on at weekends too.

NAAS TOWN

Naas Town is the social hub of the local area with many great local bars, restaurants and entertainment each night, all within walking distance of Lawlors Hotel. A few suggestions are Haydens Bar, McCormacks, and Kavanaghs. All have entertainment at weekends. Tommy Fletchers for an old style Irish Pub experience

RACING PREVIEW SHOW

Please do join us for our Racing Preview show on Friday night at 8pm in the Ballroom. Enjoy a light hearted infomative Irish Champions Festival Weekend racing preview show with our special guests hosted by the Racing Post's Dave Jennings. Admission is Free for all race and Stay guests.

THE RACES

The Irish Champions Festival features Group 1 races each day and a number of high value supporting contests to enjoy. Racing starts at 14:15 on Saturday at Leopardstown with a 9 race card. On Sunday at The Curragh the first race is due off at 13:30 and the last race is at 17:35.

RACE TRANSPORT

There is a dedicated coach to and from Leopardstown Racecourse departing at 12 noon where the coach drops you off is where you'll catch the coach back to the hotel after racing. On Sunday we run one coach to and from The Curragh which departs at 12 noon and departs the Curragh at 18:15pm.

TICKETS & HOSPITALITY

Please collect your race tickets from our Guest Desk no later than 11:30 each morning. When you arrive at the racecourse entrance you will have your ticket scanned and you are free to enjoy your day. Premier Level and Hospitality guests will be escorted by our staff to the area they are booked into.

AT THE RACES

Both days will be very busy but great fun. At both Leopardstown and The Curragh there are several food and drinks outlets outside and inside the grandstands. Entertainment will be on during the afternoon and after racing and if you'd prefer to stay on for the evening entertainment just let us know.

WHAT TO WEAR

There is no formal dress code on Irish Racecourses but no sportswear or anything offensive. For the Ladies, if you want to “glam up for the day” please do so, but do also dress for the weather. For the Gents, smart casual always works in all areas but the main rule is to be comfortable and warm in what you are wearng.

PREMIER LEVEL UPGRADE

LEOPARDSTOWN €120

Premier Level will have access to the third floor of the grandstand. This level has additional Bars and a Restaurant and Tote outlets. Package also includes a reserved grandstand seat overlooking the racecourse.

1888 RESTAURANT

LEOPARDSTOWN €250

Located on the first floor of the grandstand with the racecourse on one side and a balcony overlooking the parade ring on the other. 3 Course A la Carte Lunch, race card and reserved restaurant seat for the day.

PAVILION HOSPITALITY

LEOPARDSTOWN €220

Located in the new Pavilion Building with panoramic windows with great views. You also have access to the Grandstands and facilities. 3 Course Buffet Lunch with race card and reserved restaurant seat for the day.

GALILEO SUITE

THE CURRAGH €290

A VIP Curragh Hospitality package designed by us at Race and Stay. Located on the top level of the Grandstand with panoramic views includes Premier Badge, 3 course lunch, racecard, cash bar and more.