IRISH DERBY FESTIVAL
25th - 27th June 2027
4* WESTGROVE HOTEL
From only €154 per person
The 4* Westgrove Hotel is one of our most popular Hotels to stay in for the Irish Derby Festival. Ideally located in the village of Clane, County Kildare, just 35 minutes from Dublin Airport and City and 20 minutes from The Curragh Racecourse. You can stay from 1 night for as long as you wish. You can also book one of our fabulous 5 or 6 night Irish Derby Tour Experiences that really get you behind the scenes of racing. Low cost Dublin Airport transfers are available to and from this hotel.
The Westgrove Hotel is a great value and friendly, welcoming place to stay. The fabulously comfortable en suite rooms include all the amenities you need. Upgrades to Superior rooms or Junior Suites may also be available at additional cost. The food is delicious and you can enjoy a fabulous meal in the Oak Bar and Restaurant. If you are not racing, why not take a dip in the 18mt pool or workout using the extensivce leisure facilities. Clane Town is a social hub with ocal bars, restaurants and entertainment most nights, all within a short walking distance from The Westgrove Hotel.
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WHATS INCLUDED
Our Race and Stay Packages include all you need for a great stay for the Irish Derby Festival
The Irish Derby Festival starts on Friday 25th June and ends on Sunday 27th June 2027. Sunday is Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Day
WHEN YOU BOOK
Over 80,000 happy guests have booked with Race and Stay and when you book with us you can chose to pay a €100 deposit or Pay In Full. Either way your payment to us is fully refundable anytime up until 10/05/27. When you book you will be automatically emailed a BOOKING CONFIRMATION which contains all the details of your requested booking.
AFTER YOU BOOK
Our booking terms are very fair and easy to understand, for both you and us. After you have booked you can email us to change anything, add extras or cancel your booking in full and receive a full refund anytime up until 31 days before you arrive. From 31 days through event no refunds are possible but you may be able to change some minor details.
FROM DUBLIN AIRPORT
Depending on the number of guests travelling together, the fastest and most comfortable way to get to The Westgrove Hotel is by taxi. The drive will take around 35 minutes and will cost around €80 to €90. If you are travelling as a group we can arrange a mini-coach or coach for your return journey.
ARRIVING BY CAR
Parking for hotel guests at The Westgrove Hotel is free and you can get directions to the Westgrove Hotel from this link here: The car park is located at ground level and also underneath the hotel where there is a lift available for all guests. Please remember to get an exit ticket from reception when you check out.
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 1 hour before our transport departs each day. This is where you will collect your race tickets from each day. We will also be at the races exh day, we are there to help you have the best time possible.
YOUR ROOM AND COMFORT
The Hotel rooms are all en-suite are very comfortable and feature very comfortable 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
The Oak Bar offers a mix of family fare and tasty European dishes, perfect for an Apres Racing pint, or relaxed breakfast, lunch or dinner, our dining space allows guests to choose from a varied and delicious menu selection, catering for all tastes. Bookings essential for all meals: Call + 353 45 989900
HOTEL LEISURE
The latest technology in fitness training with in-built touch screen TV's on each piece of equipment as well as a bright and airy environment ensure that your workout is a really pleasant experience. Offering a 20 metre deck pool, kiddies’ pool and steam room, there is something to suit all levels
WHAT ELSE TO DO
County Kildare offers breath-taking scenery, a wealth of heritage sites and cultural attractions, plus golf, horse racing, leisure and shopping options. There are a host of attractions nearby, such as Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park, Donadea Forest Park, the Irish National Stud, Kildare Village and Newbridge Silverware.
RACING PREVIEW SHOW
Please do join us for our Racing Preview show on Saturday Morning at 10am in Lawlors Hotel. Enjoy a light hearted infomative Irish Derby Festival Weekend racing preview show with our special guests hosted by the Racing Post's Dave Jennings. Guests can enjoy free teas and coffees during the preview show.
THE RACES
Friday is an evening race meeting featuring several good handicap races. Saturday is an afternoon meeting with top quality racing action and is Ladies Day. Sunday is Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Day, a day to see and be seen, the most prestigious race day in the Irish flat race calendar.
RACE TRANSPORT
On Friday our coach departs the Hotel at 3:00pm. On Saturday & Sunday our coach departs for the Curragh at 11:15am. Where the coach drops you off is where you'll catch the coach back to the hotel 40 minutes after racing. Your guest manager will be on hand to assist on the outward and inbound journeys.
TICKETS & HOSPITALITY
Please collect your race tickets from our Guest Desk no later than 15 minutes before departure. When you arrive at the racecourse entrance you will have your ticket scanned and you are free to enjoy your day. Hospitality Guests will be escorted by our staff to the area they are booked into.
AT THE RACES
All days will be very busy but great fun. At The Curragh there are several food and drinks outlets outside and inside the grandstands. Entertainment will be on during the afternoon and a Live Band 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.
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Hospitality Packages
We have a variety of options to suit all guests from Private Suites to fabulous Restaurant options. Packages will be released soon but they sell out very quickly once available so please email us now for more information
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IRISH NATIONAL STUD TOUR
FRIDAY 25TH JUNE 2027
Kildare, County Kildare
Enjoy a morning at one of our VIP Irish National Stud Tours where you can meet the Living Legends and enjoy the Racehorse Experience. This package includes Return Transport to and Stud Tour.
KILDANGAN STUD
FRIDAY 25TH JUNE 2027
Kildangan, County Kildare
One of Ireland's premier stud farms and the centre of the mighty Godolphin conglomorate. This package includes Return Transport to and from the Stud and Tour.
APRES DERBY PARTY
SUNDAY 27TH JUNE 2027
Lawlors Hotel, Naas
Join us after racing on Derby Day for our famous Apres Derby Party& BBQ supper with our live band entertaining you into the night. This Package includes BBQ Meal and Admission.
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Exclusive Tour Packages
Meet the Stars of Irish Flat Racing
Racing in Ireland is embedded in our culture with our top Horses, Trainers and Jockeys enjoying great success worldwide. We are rightly proud of our industry, and love showing it off to our valued guests on our fabulous 5 and 6 night exclusive Irish Derby Festival tour packages. We have some great value exciting guest tours lined up so why not join us on a great value Irish Racing Break this year. Just perfect for Couples, Single Guests and Groups to enjoy.
Race and Stay are Ireland's leading Horse Racing Tour company, we are proud to have looked after over 80,000 happy guests since we opened our doors and we are the only official guest partner for Horse Racing Ireland , the Irish Derby Festival and all major Irish Racecourses.
Our tours allow you to visit some of Ireland's top Racecourses, stables, stud farms and Trainers Yards with all of the transport and tickets arranged for you. Each of our tour numbers are limited so you really get the opportunity to get behind the scenes of Irish Racing and you can tailor any package to perfectly suit you and your budget. If you do not see what you want, just ask us and one of our friendly guest managers will get back to you.
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Please Note
All information is given "as is" at the time of publication. Some items, especially on tour packages may change according to Weather, Stable availability, or any other reason outside of our control. Should any changes be required after you book we will get in touch and inform you of the change. Your final guest information will be emailed to you during the second week of June which will contain all you'll need to know about your stay with us. If you have any questions about the Irish Derby Festival please do email us HERE
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What our Guests Say
TESTIMONIALS
" Good morning Just would like to say thank you for an amazing trip. All the team were so helpful and fun. Will highly recommend to racing friends if they want a stress free brilliantly organised trip. A few more winners would have been nice though. Thank you again for looking after my dad and I so well. " Gavin Pugh
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