PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL
27th April - 1st May 2027
5* K CLUB HOTEL
From only €220 per person
The 5* K Club is one of Ireland's premier Hotels set in a historic estate with the River Liffey running through its 550 acres. Located in the upmarket area of Straffan, just 30 minutes from Dublin Airport and Punchestown Racecourse. A fabulous place to stay.
Our packages include Standard Rooms, either with 1 x King Size (Double) or 2 x Separate Beds (Twin). All of the rooms include an individually decorated en-suite bathroom, 24-hour valet assistance, TV, capsule espresso machine, Voya toiletries and a host of other thoughtful extras. Upgrades to larger rooms and river view rooms and suites are available at additional cost. The K Club has an award winning spa, high quality guest leisure facilities and a fabulous choice of dining options, The food choice and quality is vast, the breakfasts are delicious and are cooked to order, dine in any one of the four on-site restaurants which include the new K Thai Restaurant, which serves Thai and Asian cuisine, Legends Restaurant, a bistro restaurant serving a range of European dishes and the River Room Restaurant, which is a fine-dining restaurant with a traditional menu. Couple all of these options with an amazing historic setting, first class service and two of the best inland golf courses in Ireland.
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PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL
At The K Club
WHATS INCLUDED
Our Packages include everything you need
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. 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
The fastest and most comfortable way to get from Dublin Airport to The K Club Hotel is by taxi, cost will be about €80. Journey time is approx 35 minutes, depending on traffic. There is no real public transport option that is comfortable and easy. Most guests chose to arrive and depart by taxi or car.
ARRIVING BY CAR
The K Club Hotel is located in the village of Straffan, County Kildare. Directions from anywhere to The K Club can be found Here Car Parking at the K Club is extensive and free for residents. The is a guest buggy and concierge service to help with your bags and check in.
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. You can also Fly in by Helicopter from Dublin Airport. For Groups we can offer 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
The K Club rooms are all en-suite are generally larger than most Hotels with 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.
FIRST CLASS DINING
Dining at the K Club is a pleasure with so much choice. You can elect to dine in any one of the four on-site restaurants which include the new K Thai Restaurant, which serves Thai and Asian cuisine, Legends Restaurant, a bistro restaurant, and the River Room Restaurant, for a fine-dining experience.
EXTENSIVE LEISURE
The K Club has an award winning spa, high quality guest leisure facilities including a pool, sauna, steam room and gym, not forgetting the 2 fabulous 18 Hole Championship Golf Courses. If you are looking for a break with the best downtime options then the K Club is definately for you.
THE K SPA
The K Spa comprises seven treatment rooms, two private suites and an aromatic garden. It also houses a quiet studio space offering an array of classes from yoga to meditation plus a 16.5-metre swimming pool with water jet massage, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and a rejuvenating outdoors Canadian hot tub.
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 13:00pm
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 13:00pm
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 13:00pm
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 14:00pm
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 13:00pm
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 SATURDAY SPECIAL
PERFECT FOR GROUPS
Sat 1st May 2027
Just perfect for groups of any size is our exclusive Saturday Weekender Race and Stay Package. Join us for a very special Punchestown Festival experience. Arriving on Saturday 1st May and staying in your choice of Hotel including Racecourse admission or Hospitality with return transport. Complete packages start from as low as €199 per guest. Get them now before they are gone !!!
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THE ULTIMATE PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE
4 NIGHT TOUR
25th - 29th April 2027
What an exclusive tour we have lined up for 2027. Join us for a very special 4 Night Punchestown Festival experience staying at the excellent 4* Barberstown Castle Hotel. Our Tour includes a stable visit with Champion Irish trainer Willie Mullins. Lunch at The Lord Bagenel and a VIP tour of The Irish National Stud. Not only that but enjoy the best 2 days racing at Punchestown and a VIP day at Naas races in our sponsors suite on Monday night. As part of our unique experience we will invite you into the parade ring for our sponsored Grade 1 Champion Bumper on Gold Cup day. Couple all this with Our racing Preview Show, great guest service and all transport included.
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Coming Soon
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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TESTIMONIALS
" Once again I would like to thank you and your team for another wonderful festival experience, with a special thank you to Amanda, the way we are treated from arrival to departure is second to none & speaks volumes for your professionalism & dedication to your guests. " Brynn
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