PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL
27th April - 1st May 2027
4* OSPREY HOTEL
From €200 per person
The 4* Osprey Hotel is one of our most popular Hotels to stay in for the Punchestown Festival. Ideally located in Naas town, just 35 minutes from Dublin Airport and only 10 minutes from Punchestown Racecourse. You can stay from 2 nights to the whole week !
The Osprey Hotel is a friendly welcoming place to stay, and the fabulously comfortable en suite Classic rooms include all the amenities you need. The Leiusre centre is extensivce with pool, sauna, fitness centre and more all available to guests. The Herald and Devoy Restaurant served Breakfasts, Lunch and Dinners and the Bar has a daily Bistro menu and Evening casual dining menu too. If you are not racing, afternoon tea in the guest lobby is a great experience. Naas Town is the social hub of the area with many great local bars, restaurants and entertainment each night, all within easy walking distance of the Hotel.
You can easily book the package you want right here. Stay from 2 nights for as long as you wish. 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 cannot see the exact package you want please do contact us and we will build a perfect package exclusively for you.
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PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL
At the Osprey Hotel
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
Getting to The Osprey 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 (7-60 Guests) we also offer return coach transport
ARRIVING BY CAR
Parking for hotel guests at The Osprey 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 09:30 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
The Osprey 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 Osprey. The Herald and Devoy restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner and The Osprey Bar for casual dining. The Bar serves a wide selection of Casual food, Cocktails, Wines, Beers and Spirits and often has entertainment at weekends. Bookings are essential for all meals: Call + 353 45 881111
LEISURE
If you enjoy your leisure at hotels then the Osprey is definately for you. With a 20 metre deck level swimming pool, Sauna, Award winning Spa and extensive fitness suite all available to our guests. Please note that the Health Club is always busy and reservations are required. For more information please go here:
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 The Osprey Hotel. A few suggestions are Haydens Bar, McCormacks, and Kavanaghs. All have entertainment at weekends. Tommy Fletchers for an old style Irish Pub experience
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 FESTIVAL
Exclusive Offers
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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WHAT 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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