Ballyvaughan

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A child playing on a sandy beach with a dog and a person in the background.
A rocky shoreline with a large boulder in the foreground, a calm sea, and distant hills under a partly cloudy sky.
A standing stone structure in a grassy field with a cloudy sky.
A standing stone structure in a grassy field with a clear sky.
A rocky landscape with sparse vegetation under a partly cloudy sky.

Where to stay in Ballyvaughan

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Newtown

Though Newtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Poulnabrone Dolmen and Fanore Beach.

Cappabhaile House

Cappabhaile House

3 out of 5
Burren Ballyvaughan County Clare
The price is €153 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
€153
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (479 reviews)
"Choosing our breakfast each morning was a special treat! Very comfortable and convenient location."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Cappabhaile House
The Waters Country House

The Waters Country House

3.5 out of 5
Newtown Ballyvaughan Ireland
The price is €168 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
€168
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (457 reviews)
"The service and breakfast was excellent. I would recommend Sightseeing prior to arriving it is a distance away from the main town. The mattress and pillows are in need of being updated."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

The Waters Country House
Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay

Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay

Ballyvaughan Clare
Stay at this cottage in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Corcomcoe Abbey are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"Fall in love with this view of moody rolling hills on one side and sun dappled sea on the other. Especially good from the bedrooms and bathroom on the top floor. Add some very sociable cows. The house is wonderfully appointed;plenty of dishes and cookware and a well running stove, dishwasher, washer ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

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Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay
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Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay

Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay

Ballyvaughan Clare
Stay at this cottage in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Corcomcoe Abbey are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"Fall in love with this view of moody rolling hills on one side and sun dappled sea on the other. Especially good from the bedrooms and bathroom on the top floor. Add some very sociable cows. The house is wonderfully appointed;plenty of dishes and cookware and a well running stove, dishwasher, washer ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay
Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way

Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way

Ballyvaughan Clare
Stay at this cottage in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Fanore Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way
Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren

Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren

Ballyvaughan CE
Stay at this apartment in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Corcomcoe Abbey are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"Ariana & Kelly are wonderful!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Ballyvaughan attractions

Poulnabrone Dolmen

9.4/10 (26 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Ballyvaughan with a stop at Poulnabrone Dolmen. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.
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Things to do

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour

€70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
Horse riding - Burren Trail. Lisdoonvarna, Co Clare. Guided. 3 hours.

Horse riding - Burren Trail. Lisdoonvarna, Co Clare. Guided. 3 hours.

€202
per adult
Horse riding - Burren Trail. Lisdoonvarna, Co Clare. Guided. 3 hours.
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

€9
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway

€15
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
The Legendary Walking Tour of Galway
Horse riding - Dirt Trek Trail. Lisdoonvarna, Clare. Guided. 1 hour.

Horse riding - Dirt Trek Trail. Lisdoonvarna, Clare. Guided. 1 hour.

€101
per adult
Horse riding - Dirt Trek Trail. Lisdoonvarna, Clare. Guided. 1 hour.
Galway Celtic Mythology Tour

Galway Celtic Mythology Tour

€30
per adult
Galway Celtic Mythology Tour
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A green boat docked at a harbor with colorful buildings in the background.

Kinvara

A rocky coastline with a lighthouse and the ocean in the background.

Fanore

A coastal cliff with a lighthouse, ocean waves, and a grassy hill.

Burren

A grassy field with several large standing stones and a distant mountain range.

Bishops Quarter

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