PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL
27th April - 1st May 2027
4* KEADEEN HOTEL
From only €178 per person
The 4* Keadeen Hotel is one of our most popular Hotels to stay in for the Punchestown Festival. Ideally located on the edge of the Curragh plains, just 35 minutes from Dublin Airport and 25 minutes from Punchestown. You can stay from 2 nights to a whole week. You can also book one of our fabulous Tour Experiences that really get you behind the scenes of racing.
The Keadeen Hotel is a friendly welcoming place to stay, and the fabulously comfortable en suite rooms include all the amenities you need. Upgrades to Superior rooms or 4 poster Suites may also be available. The extensive gardens are a delight in the warmer months or enjoy a fabulous meal in Saddlers, The Atrium Lounge or upscale Bay Leaf Restaurant. If you are not racing, why not take a dip in the 18mt pool or workout using the extensivce leisure facilities. Newbridge Town is a social hub with many great local bars, restaurants and entertainment most nights, all within a short taxi ride from The Keadeen Hotel.
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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 can chose to pay a €100 deposit or Pay In Full. Either way your payment to us is fully refundable anytime up until 25/03/27. 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
Getting to The Keadeen Hotel is easy from Dublin Airport: You can take the N7 airport coach which drops off close by, an Airport Taxi approx €120 each way, or book a Private Airport transfer with one of our transport partners from €130 each way.
ARRIVING BY CAR
Parking for hotel guests at The Keadeen Hotel is free but the car park will be very busy. 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
Keadeen 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
There are 2 main food options at The Keadeen. The Bay Leaf restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Atrium for limited menu dining and Saddlers Bar & Restaurant for a more casual dining experience. Saddlers Bar serves Beers and Spirits and a large selection of wines and cocktails.
LEISURE
If you enjoy your leisure at hotels then the Keadeen is definately for you. With a 18 metre deck level swimming pool, Sauna, Thermal Suite and extensive fitness suite all available to our guests. Please note that the Health Club is always busy and reservations may be required. For more information please go here:
CLOSE BY
Naas Town is the social hub of the local area with many great local bars, restaurants and entertainment each night, all within a 20 minute taxi ride from the Keadeen Hotel. Newbridge and Kildare town's are also a short distance away also with bars and dining options. A taxi to Kildare would cost approx 15 euros.
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. The Osprey run their own shuttle coaches so the coach timings that follow are estimates.
Punchestown - Day 1
Tuesday 27th April
Shuttle coach from 12:00
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Shuttle coach from 18:00
The first day of the festival includes the Champion Chase and several other Graded Races to enjoy.
Punchestown - Day 2
Wednesday 28th April
Shuttle coach from 12:00
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Shuttle coach from 18:00
Today is the highlight of the week, the Punchestown Gold Cup and several other Grade 1 contests.
Punchestown - Day 3
Thursday 29th April
Shuttle coach from 12:00
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Shuttle coach from 18:00
Today features the Stayers Hurdle and other valuable races on the card .
Punchestown - Day 4
Friday 30th April
Shuttle coach from 13:00
First Race 15:40pm
Last Race 19:40pm
Shuttle coach from 19:00
Today features the Irish Champion Hurdle and is also Ladies Day.
Punchestown - Day 5
Saturday 1st May
Shuttle coach from 12:00
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Shuttle coach from 18:00
Today is the finale of the festival week with many high class races to enjoy.
Punchestown Hospitality
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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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.
VIEW PACKAGEWHAT OUR GUESTS SAY
" 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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