Plan Your Perfect Stay

Our 120 acres of parkland are perfect for walks, runs, cycles or for little ones to let off some steam.  Adjacent to our property, running parallel to the forest, is the River Blackwater.

Some very special guests now live in our enchanted woodland. Our fairies welcome visitors into the woodland but they can be shy.  However, sometimes you may catch a glimpse of them, so keep your eyes peeled for some magic.

Our Leisure Centre features a 20m swimming pool with separate kids’ pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna and steam room, plus fully equipped gym and class studios.

Enjoy a cycle ride around The Johnstown Estate with its forest and river views or venture a little further and enjoy the newly opened and safe Royal Canal Walkway located close to the hotel.

Ideal for little ones to explore, situated on our green located at the back of our self-catering lodges.

This is Ireland’s longest off-road cycle route – over 100km between Maynooth and Athlone.  Entry to the route in Enfield is just beside the train station.  The easterly direction stretches 20km to Maynooth and the westerly path continues for 60km to Mullingar, and beyond. Click here for more…

The Johnstown Estate is set on 120 acres of traditional garden and woodland, overlooking the River Blackwater. Charming pathways decorated with beautiful blooms, lead to rolling lawns against the groves of 300-year-old Oaks offering the perfect backdrop to the 18th Century Manor. Our beautiful garden is lovingly maintained by our dedicated gardener Carina and her team. Herbaceous borders are a sight to behold in Spring, boasting an impressive collection of over 30,000 bulbs. From vibrant colours to luscious scents, stroll through the garden to discover tranquil seating areas, a romantic pergola, and quiet corners perfect for picnics.  Gorgeous blooms surround a picturesque pagoda, an ideal setting to say, ‘I Do’.  Beyond the old walls of the garden lies the mystery and magic of the forest. Walking paths winding through the cool shadows of the woodland are home to magical fairies. Discover this meandering trail affording views across the River Blackwater to neighbouring Kildare. Each season on The Estate offers beautiful colours around every corner, explore this wonderful setting for yourself on foot or one of our Estate bicycles.

The Boyne Valley, Birthplace of Ireland’s Ancient East, is a place steeped in history.  Combined with its lush green landscape and magnificent waterways, fantastic food and drink, outdoor adventures, and cultural gems, this wealth of heritage makes it a really special destination. Click here for more…

Dublin Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in the world but has gone through an impressive metamorphosis over the last decade. The most recent addition is the Kaziranga Forest Trail, a wonderful new habitat for the zoo’s breeding herd of Asian elephants. Opening April 12th. Click here for more…

AquaZone, at the National Aquatic Centre, is one of the most innovative water parks in Europe. A whole host of exciting features means family fun, thrills and something for everyone. Click here for more…

The National Wax Museum Plus is an exciting interactive visitor attraction located in the heart of Dublin’s city centre Temple Bar district. The museum is housed over four floors and 13,000 square feet in a historic landmark building on Foster Place, previously the home of Ireland’s gold and arms store at the turn of the last century. Click here for more…

Established in 1705 by the Royal Dublin Society, the National Botanic gardens are an asset of plant species. The garden, stretching over an area of 19.5 hectares is home to at least 20,000 plant species. Click here for more…

The Guinness Storehouse takes visitors on a historical trail of the origin of Guinness, allowing them to explore the ingredients, history, and culture that tell the Guinness story.  The Gravity Bar, Dublin’s highest, allows visitors to enjoy panoramic views of the city. Click here for more…

The Irish Museum of Modern Art is Ireland’s leading national institution for the collection and presentation of modern and contemporary art. Click here for more…

The National Concert Hall is one of Dublin’s premier venues. No matter what your interest in music, the National Concert Hall has events throughout the year to suit your tastes.

The Book of Kells dates from circa 800 AD and is one of the most beautiful, illuminated manuscripts in the world, comprised of richly decorated texts of the gospels in Latin.  More than half a million visitors flock to Trinity College Dublin each year to view the Book of Kells. Click here for more…

Lasting approximately 90 minutes, the Sky Line tour at Croke Park features a specially- walkway suspended above the Croke Park pitch, offering a view of Ireland’s most famous arena from a completely different angle. There are five viewing platforms on the 0.6km rooftop walkway. Admission includes a multilingual audio guide and admission to the GAA Museum. Click here for more…