KBC Dublin Marathon

KBC Dublin Marathon 2019

Sunday 27 October 2019

Duration: 3 nights Distance: Marathon

The KBC Dublin Marathon will celebrate its 40th running in 2019. We invite you to enjoy the experience of running the Dublin Marathon through the historic streets of Ireland’s capital. Sports Travel International is the official Overseas Tour Operator and Accommodation Booking Agency for the Dublin Marathon.

Non-running companions are most welcome. Our team of professionals will ensure that you and your family or friends will leave Dublin with delightful memories of your stay!

Please note that our packages are for runners who are resident outside of the island of Ireland only.

Bookings have now closed for 2019, sign up here for our 2020 waitlist

DETAILS
The 20,000 places for the 2019 KBC Dublin Marathon sold out more than 10 months ahead of the event. Here at Sports Travel International we have a limited number of guaranteed entries. Be one of the 5,700 international runners in 2019! The KBC Dublin Marathon starts at 9am and has 4 waves (8.45am, 9.05am, 9.25am, 9.45am). A relatively flat course, with a single lap around the city and ideal running conditions, with an average of 12 – 14 degrees Celsius, this could be the marathon for you.

Please note that our packages are for runners who are resident outside of the island of Ireland only.

Dublin is an ancient city founded over 1000 years ago by the Vikings. Today the city is famous for its sightseeing, nightlife, pubs, restaurants, literary history and the very friendly one million inhabitants. The Dublin Marathon is known for its relatively flat course, with 20,000 runners from 60 countries and Europe’s 4th largest marathon, it is certainly a marathon to add to your list. The course starts in Fitzwilliam Street Upper and finishes in Merrion Square, close to Grafton Street, St. Stephen’s Green and the historic Trinity College.

Dublin Marathon: Trip Highlights
- Explore the historic sights and landmarks of Dublin.
- 4 star centrally located hotel.
- Local ground support.
- Run Europe’s 4th largest marathon.
- Sightseeing add-ons available.
Prices start from €375 per person for 3 nights plus entry fee. For hotel details and prices, please refer to the hotel and pricing tab

What’s included:
- 3 nights at the 4 **** Mespil Hotel
- Daily breakfast
- All hotel taxes
- Local ground support from our team
Also available:
- Your Marathon entry at €90 per entry, incl goody bag, t-shirt and beautifully designed finishers medal
- Sightseeing tours and traditional Irish after party. More information and prices below
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Post Marathon Gala Dinner & Traditional Show €65 per person inc transport

We will collect you from your hotel on the evening after your fantastic achievement of completing the 2019 Dublin Marathon. Travel by bus to the foothills of the Dublin Mountains, approx. 25 – 30 mins away from your hotel to the venue of our evening of food and drinks and traditional Irish entertainment. The Merry Ploughboy welcomes you for a three course home cooked meal with tea and coffee (other drinks extra). Enjoy traditional live music, songs, dance (traditional Irish after party with champion Irish dancers). The show takes place between 20.00 and 22.00 with a hotel pick up at 18.30. Expect to be back at the hotel for 22.45/ 23.00.

Recommended Sightseeing Tours (please book direct with the organisers)

Guinness Storehouse

Visit Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a 250 year old history of the famous drink in an interactive exhibition. A glass of Guinness is included in the price at the end of the tour.

Public Dublin City Tour

The best hop on hop off bus tour of the city. Tours start daily at 9am and depart every half hour. The duration of the tour if you dont hop off is 90 minutes. Stops include Merrion Square, Trinity College and O’Connell Street. A live commentary by trained guides is included on most tours.

Half Day City Tour with or without the Guinness Storehouse

A 4 hour city tour with pick up at your hotel. Tour includes Phoenix Park (Europe’s largest city park), Historic Georgian Dublin, Traditional pub Nancy Hands for a free Guinness. If you include the Guinness Storehouse, you will be dropped off there on the return and will make your own way back to your hotel at the end.
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Please note that our packages are for runners who are resident outside of the island of Ireland only.

Friday 25 October

Please make your own arrangements to arrive in Dublin and make your way to the Mespil Hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you could head to the Marathon Expo to collect your race bib, located at the RDS (Royal Dublin Society), Merrion Road, open from 12pm – 7pm. Head out during the evening and enjoy this vibrant city, taste the local cuisine and meet the locals.

You will be able to meet up with your Sports Travel International guides either at the Dublin Marathon Expo (where they have a booth) or at the hotel today. They will be on hand throughout your stay for advice and to make you feel welcome in Dublin.

Saturday 26 October

After a hearty Irish breakfast at the Mespil Hotel please make your way to the Dublin Marathon Expo if you didn’t go there yesterday. You also have the option to join a Guinness Storehouse Tour or a Private Half Day City Tour (optional extra – please see below for further details). The remainder of your day and evening are free for you to explore.

Sunday 27 October – Dublin Marathon Race Day

The start is 9am with waves at 09.00 / 09.15 / 09.30 / 09.45am. The start is at Fitzwilliam Street Upper and the finish is located at Merrion Square. Participants must complete the course within the time limit of 7 hrs. Participants should arrive at their starting area by 8.15 am via one of the time zones. Participants should arrive prepared to run – changing facilities are not provided. Bring a black plastic bag or discardable clothing to keep warm.
- Wheelchair / Cerebral Palsy – Starts 08:55
- Wave One (sub 3.39) – Starts 09:00
- Wave Two (3.40-3.59) – Starts 09:15
- Wave Three (4.00-4.19) – Starts 09:30
- Wave Four (4.20+) – Starts 09:45
The official Race Number must be worn on the FRONT and be visible to race officials at all times. The race numbers are colored depending on your time zone.
- Orange for the Sub 3.39 (Zone Entry via Fitzwilliam St Lower)
- Green for the time Zone 3.40 to 3.59 (Zone Entry via James St East)
- Blue for the Time Zone 4.00 to 4.19 (Zone Entry via Herbert St)
- Purple for the Time Zone 4.20+ (Zone Entry via Herbert St)
- You must line up in the assigned Time zone no later than 8.30 am.
Monday 28 October

With so much to see and explore in Dublin today, you have a day for sightseeing before travelling home. Alternatively, you can book extra nights with us if you would like to stay on a bit longer to enjoy this exciting city.
HOTELS & PRICING
Mespil Hotel

The 4* Mespil Hotel is located in the heart of Georgian Dublin, on the banks of the Grand Canal at Baggot Street Bridge near the city centre. The hotel is a 10 minute walk t...

Please note that our packages are for runners who are resident outside of the island of Ireland only.

4**** Mespil Hotel

3 nights with full Irish Breakfast included

€375 per person based on sharing a twin room (2 single beds) or a double room (1 double bed)
€655 per single room (1 person only)

Guaranteed Race Entry Fee: €90 per entry

Hotel Notes:

Triple Rooms – on a request basis, consist of double plus single bed. There are no three-bedded rooms.

Family Rooms consist of a king sized bed, a single bed and a pullout sofa (limited availability)

Child Policy: 1 or 2 children under 12 free in room if sharing with two adults. Children over 12 are treated as adults.

Room Upgrades – Room upgrades are available on a request basis.

Extra nights – Available on a request basis pre- or post-package.

Single travellers and twin to share

Travelling alone! We welcome single travellers on our tours as it is a great way to join a like-minded group of people and you will make lots of new friends. If you would like to join our group as a single traveller we can offer you two options: a single room or, to keep costs down, you can select our ‘twin to share’ option where we will twin you with another tour participant.
KBC Dublin Marathon Hotels
Mespil Hotel

The 4* Mespil Hotel is located in the heart of Georgian Dublin, on the banks of the Grand Canal at Baggot Street Bridge near the city centre. The hotel is a 10 minute walk to Grafton Street shopping district and a 10 minute walk to the marathon expo.

The Mespil Hotel offers breakfast daily from 7 – 10.30am, lunch from 12.30-2.30pm Monday to Friday and dinner 6-9.30pm Monday to Saturday. You have a choice of traditional and contemporary cuisine. You also have a bar which also serves pub style food.

The 4* hotel was recently fully refurbished and is a great option for the Dublin Marathon.

Hotel Price

Other Facilities Include:

Fitness centre

Wheelchair accessible

Bottle of water

Wine/champagne(Additional charge)

Kid meals (Additional charge)

Special diet menus (on request)

Bar

Restaurant

Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge

Luggage storage

24-hour front desk

Daily maid service

Vending machine (snacks)

Vending machine (drinks)

Air conditioning

Non-smoking throughout

Safety deposit box

Lift

Family rooms

Facilities for disabled guests

Non-smoking rooms

Room service
IMPORTANT INFO

How to Book

Please click on the above Book Now tab.

At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit per person plus any applicable entry fee. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest, 12 weeks before departure to avoid the cancellation of your trip.

Please note that our packages are for runners who are resident outside of the island of Ireland only.

Travel Insurance

We recommend you have travel insurance which includes cover for marathon participation.
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