Barrowline Cruisers

An award-winning family-run narrowboat & barge hire business based on the Grand Canal at Vicarstown, Co. Laois just 20 minutes from Midlands Park Hotel, The well-equipped base is ideally located to allow you to explore the full extent of both the Grand Canal and River Barrow and enjoy all it has to offer.

A day trip is a perfect way to relax and enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the waterways!

The team at Barrowline Cruisers will help you to experience taking a narrowboat through a locked gate and get a real flavour for the beauty and tranquillity of the waterways. An ideal haven for the novice, simply relax and enjoy the passing countryside as its tranquil waters gently guide you on your way.

After your tranquil day exploring Irelands Hidden Heartlands enjoy a restful night’s sleep in our exquisite rooms designed with rich furnishings, calming colour palettes, pillow-topped beds and spacious dimensions. Choose from fantastic junior and family suites to luxurious couple’s deluxe rooms.

Unwind in our health & fitness club, with steam room, sauna and jacuzzi. With so many things to see and do in Ireland’s Ancient East in the heart of the country, stay with us at Midlands Park Hotel allowing you to relax with those you love.