Campervan Hire near Maynooth

Motorhome Hire Maynooth

A major university town, the population of Maynooth doubles from 15,000 to 30,000 during term time, ensuring there is always something going on in town. Making Maynooth motorhome hires fun all year round. As the headquarters for the Golfing Union of Ireland, it is a great place to play a few rounds with friends old and new, while the Royal Canal Way provides one of the quickest routes out of the town on the back of a bike to the likes of Donadea Forest Park. Architecture lovers won’t want to miss the charms of Castletown House, a fine Palladian country manor house, while both Dublin and the Wicklow Mountains are never more than an hour’s drive away.

Getting to Maynooth

Dublin Airport is a 30-40 minutes drive time from Maynooth along the M4 and M50 motorways. Both require tolls of around €3 per campervan. As Ireland’s largest airport, Dublin Airport has flight routes across the world. It is a hub for the national carrier, Aer Lingus, as well as Ryanair. Following the M4 east will soon see you reaching the outskirts of the Irish capital. Maynooth Railway Station is the terminus of the majority of trains on the Western Commuter line to Dublin, with dozens of services each day. Dublin is also connected to Cherbourg in France, Bootle (Merseyside) in England, and Douglas on the Isle of Man by ferry.

Parking in Maynooth

The majority of parking in central Maynooth takes the form of on-street pay-for parking bays, which are not large enough for most campervans. However, the bays at Court House Square car park do not have length limits. Prices start at €1.50 for one hour and rise to €7 for 24-hours. On the outskirts of the town, it’s possible to park your motorhome rental in Maynooth on any road that isn’t marked with yellow or white lines along its curb-side edge. You should remain considerate to other road users and not park where it will cause an obstruction

Annual Events in Maynooth

• Tradfest, Dublin, January. Shake off the winter chill in venues across Dublin as they host performers of traditional and folk music from around the globe. Prices vary by venue, but average around €4.
  
• Saint Patrick’s Day Celebrations, Dublin, mid-March. An unforgettable experience for any visitor to the Irish capital, the days surrounding Saint Patrick’s Day on March 17 are packed with events. They culminate with a street parade through the city centre. Most events are free to attend.
  
• Longitude, Marlay Park, July. Over three days each summer, the tranquil lawns of Marlay Park become the home of one of Ireland’s largest urban music festivals. Its stage has been graced by the likes of ASAP Rocky and Stormzy. Weekend tickets cost from €220.

Camping in Maynooth

• Camac Valley Tourist Caravan and Camping Park. Located on the western outskirts of Dublin, guests have free access to expansive parkland and facilities including a kitchen area and laundry room. From €31 per night.
  
• Camperpark Dublin. Close to Dublin Airport, this is a relatively basic site with hardstand pitches and electric hook-up. Meals can be had in the pub next door. From €35 per night.
  
• Roundwood Caravan Park. Situated on the edge of the Wicklow Mountains, this is a well-maintained vacation site with barbecue stands, dining room, guest lounge and its own spring water. From €32 per night.