Glenroyal Hotel
The 4* Glenroyal Hotel is one of Ireland's most popular 4* Hotels located in the town of Maynooth, County Kildare. Just 30 minutes from Dublin Airport and from Punchestown Racecourse. A fabulous place to stay for couples, groups and those that want shops, bars and restauarants on their doorstep.
Our packages include Classic Room accommodation featuring all the luxuries you could need during your stay. Only a stone’s throw from the centre of Maynooth Town with plenty of bars, restaurants and shops within easy walking distance. All rooms feature en-suite bathrooms, writing desk and chair, wardrobe with plenty of hanging space, complimentary water along with tea and coffee making facilities, LCD TV, hairdryer, ironing station. There are also extensive leisure facilities to enjoy during your stay.
Race and Stay
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Our most popular packages are shown below. To get your fast quote simply select the Package you want, then the Number of Guests you wish to book for and the TOTAL PRICE will be displayed for you. If you would then like to book just click the Green Button and a secure booking form will open where you can fill out your personal and card details. If you do not see a package that suits you please do contact us and we will build a Race and Stay package exclusively for you.
1 Night Packages
From Only €220 pp
2 Night Packages
From Only €370 pp
3 Night Packages
From Only €520 pp
PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL
You Need to Know
WHATS INCLUDED
Our Race and Stay Packages include all you need for a great stay for the Punchestown Festival
The Punchestown Festival takes place between Tuesday 27th April and Saturday 1st May 2027
WHEN YOU BOOK
Over 80,000 happy guests have booked with Race and Stay and when you book with us you will be asked to pay a €100 deposit. The balance is due no later that 45 days before your first arrival date. When you book you will be 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. After that date no refunds are possible.
FROM DUBLIN AIRPORT
Maynooth lies just 33km south-west of Dublin Airport, around 40 minutes travel time by car. Please allow extra time in your schedule for traffic as timing can vary, especially during peak times. The cost of a taxi will vary, the driver-average fee will range from €50-80.
ARRIVING BY CAR
Parking for hotel guests at The Glenroyal Hotel is free but the car park will be very busy for this race meeting. The car park is located surrounding the hotel on ground level. There are no entrance and exit barriers and no ticket is required. 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.
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
Glenroyal Hotel 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
The Enclosure Restaurant offers excellent quality cuisine. The Arkle Bar itself is a great spot, named after Arkle, who should need no introduction to racegoers, casual dining and great drinks are served from 3pm. The Shoda Cafe offers top quality speciality teas and coffees and a range of snacks.
LEISURE
If you enjoy your leisure at hotels then the Glenroyal is definately for you. The Glenroyal Leisure Club includes a fully equipped gym, fitness studio, and two swimming pools. Open on Weekdays: 6am – 10pm and Weekends & Bank Holiday: 8am-8pm use of the Leisure Centre is free to our guests.
CLOSE BY
Maynooth Town is the social hub of the local area with many great local bars, restaurants and entertainment each night, all within a 5 minute walk from the Glenroyal Hotel. There is also Championship Golf nearby at The K Club or Carton House, between them hosting 4 of the very best golf courses in Ireland.
Punchestown Festival Races
Punchestown Festival runs from Tuesday 27th April to Saturday 1st May 2027. Racegoers love the first 3 days. Tuesday, for the iconic Punchestown Champion Chase. Wednesday for the Punchestown Gold Cup, the highlight of the week, and Thursday For the Stayers Hurdle. If you are going for more of a party type experience then Friday and Saturday are for you. With valuable prizes on offer more UK runners are ever more attending.
Punchestown - Day 1
Tuesday 27th April
Coach Departs 12:30pm
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Coach Departs 19:10pm
The first day of the festival includes the Champion Chase and several other Graded Races to enjoy.
Punchestown - Day 2
Wednesday 28th April
Coach Departs 12:30pm
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Coach Departs 19:10pm
Today is the highlight of the week, the Punchestown Gold Cup and several other Grade 1 contests.
Punchestown - Day 3
Thursday 29th April
Coach Departs 12:30pm
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Coach Departs 19:10pm
Today features the Stayers Hurdle and other valuable races on the card .
Punchestown - Day 4
Friday 30th April
Coach Departs 13:30pm
First Race 15:40pm
Last Race 19:30pm
Coach Departs 20:10pm
Today features the Irish Champion Hurdle and is also Ladies Day.
Punchestown - Day 5
Saturday 1st May
Coach Departs 12:30pm
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Coach Departs 19:10pm
Today is the finale of the festival week with many high class races to enjoy.
Punchestown Racecourse is located close to the vibrant town of Naas in County Kildare. Located only 35 minutes from Dublin Airport and set in a 500 acre plot Punchestown is the home of Irish National Hunt Racing. The Festival is our end of season Championships where Irish Champion Owner, Trainer and Jockeys are crowned.
Racing takes place at Punchestown on 22 days per year and outside of the main festival at the end of April there are several other important races and events that take place. The Premiere Festival (previously the Winter Festival) takes place in mid-November and features the iconic John Durkan Chase and The important Morgiana Hurdle. Both Grade 1 contests. The Premiere weekend is another great option for guests to enjoy and with packages available from only £140pp, great value too.
Punchestown has a great connection with our local community and often makes racing more accessable to all with great discounts or even free entry on selected race days. Racing at Punchestown is always fun, exciting and a very comfortable experience for guests with plenty of space, great viewing, top quality food, drink and service. Not to mention excellent value for money. If you are interested in any other race meeting at Punchestown please do get in touch. Our team will be delighted to help.
The Experience
Punchestown Festival is renowned for an electric atmosphere, thrilling, top class, jump racing and a fabulous vibe post racing in Naas Town, the social hub of the festival week. Punchestown is all about the races but plenty of space, Top quality Hospitality, Casual food and plenty of Bars and Toilets on course make it a very comfortable guest experience. Guests have plenty of time after a hearty breakfast to enjoy a visit to The Irish National Stud, a variety of Traners yards or just to chill out before racing begins. We always run special events throughout the week to make your Punchestown Festival stay with us as memorable as it can be.
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PUNCHESTOWN HOSPITALITY
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Testimonials
The way we are treated from arrival to departure is second to none & speaks volumes for your professionalism & dedication to your guests.
Punchestown is a fabulous Racecourse and both days of racing and hospitality were exceptional. THANK YOU for a wonderful time in Ireland.
You and your team were amazing. The trips were fab; we met some great people and made friends we will keep in contact with long into the future.