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Laytown Races Experience

from £399 per person
10 September 2026
County Meath, Ireland

Located in the vibrant Smithfield area of Dublin city, the Maldron Hotel Smithfield provides a lively and well-connected base for your Laytown Races experience. Set just a 15-minute walk from O’Connell Street and only two minutes from the LUAS Red Line, the hotel offers easy access across the city, whether you’re exploring Dublin before or after race day. With excellent public transport links and convenient airport connections via coach services into the city centre, getting to and from Dublin is simple and stress-free. Combined with organised transfers to Laytown, just under an hour away, it’s an ideal choice for enjoying both the unique beach racing spectacle and the buzz of Dublin city.

The Maldron Hotel Smithfield also offers excellent on-site dining and bar options, perfect for relaxing during your stay. Guests can enjoy the Grain & Grill restaurant and bar, serving a wide range of Irish and European dishes from hearty breakfasts through to evening meals in a modern, welcoming setting. Whether you’re starting your day with a full Irish breakfast or unwinding with drinks after the races, the hotel provides a convenient and comfortable space to dine without leaving the property.

Reviews

"Wow, what an experience! Racing on a beach (and it wasn't raining and not too windy!). We loved it, we have discussed doing it for years but never got round to it, that's where Racing Breaks came in. All organised in one place and so easy to book. What's next, maybe The Derby!"
Freddie, 2025
"Seeing horse racing on the sands at Laytown was incredible, and Racing Breaks took care of every detail from tickets to transport and a team on-site to help us. "
Jenny, 2025
"We booked the Laytown races trip with Racing Breaks. It’s been on our bucket list for years. We were extremely impressed with the organisation and communications from start to finish and had a wonderful time. Everything went like clockwork. We also felt that the trip represented very good value for money. Nice choice of hotel and a special shout out to Dave the rep who was really friendly and professional. We would highly recommend this Company."
Mike, 2023
"Wow, what an experience! Racing on a beach (and it wasn't raining and not too windy!). We loved it, we have discussed doing it for years but never got round to it, that's where Racing Breaks came in. All organised in one place and so easy to book. What's next, maybe The Derby!"
Freddie, 2025
"Seeing horse racing on the sands at Laytown was incredible, and Racing Breaks took care of every detail from tickets to transport and a team on-site to help us. "
Jenny, 2025
"We booked the Laytown races trip with Racing Breaks. It’s been on our bucket list for years. We were extremely impressed with the organisation and communications from start to finish and had a wonderful time. Everything went like clockwork. We also felt that the trip represented very good value for money. Nice choice of hotel and a special shout out to Dave the rep who was really friendly and professional. We would highly recommend this Company."
Mike, 2023
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