Thinking about a family escape this Easter?  We’ve got you covered with the Two-Night Easter Family Break at Midlands Park Hotel. Conveniently located just a short stroll from Portlaoise Train Station, an hour’s drive from Dublin and 90 minutes from Cork, the four-star family-friendly hotel offers the perfect location for a family staycation.

Starting at €443*, the package includes accommodation in a spacious family room with various room layouts available accommodating up to two adults and three children (up to 16 years old). Each morning, guests can fuel themselves for the day ahead with a hearty Irish breakfast, while on one evening of their choice, the entire family can enjoy a four-course dinner served in The Triog Restaurant or Charter Bar and Eatery**. As a special Easter surprise, children will receive their very own Easter egg on arrival.

The package also includes a Family Activity Pass to one of three local family attractions – choose between a visit to Birr Castle & Science Centre, Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park, or an hour of soft play or bowling at the Roll ‘n Bowl entertainment centre. For those keen to explore further, the hotel serves as an excellent base for exploring the wonders of Ireland’s Ancient East. Nearby, you’ll find the breathtaking Slieve Bloom Mountains, ideal for walking and cycling enthusiasts, complete with challenging black cycle trails. Also close by is the Rock of Dunamase, one of Ireland’s most dramatic ruins, which offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. There’s also a host of local greenways and woodlands to discover.

On site, all guests enjoy complimentary access to Midlands Park Hotel Health & Fitness Club, which features a 22-metre swimming pool with a separate children’s pool, a sauna and steam room, a jacuzzi hot tub, a plunge pool and a fully-equipped gym. There’s also the option to pre-book a beauty or spa treatment at Midlands Park Spa & Beauty for the adults, while each night during the break, the hotel will screen a popular movie that the whole family can enjoy together.

The Two-Night Easter Family Getaway at Midlands Park Hotel costs from €443 for two adults and one child; from €493 for two adults and two children; and from €563 for two adults and three children. For families looking to extend their stay, Midlands Park Hotel also offers four-night family break options. Find out more about rates and availability for Easter breaks here.

Midlands Park Hotel is located at Jessop Street, Portlaoise, Co Laois. For bookings call 057 867 8588 or visit www.midlandsparkhotel.com.