Loop Head Peninsula Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The "other" cliffs of County Clare. Looking North East from Loop Head Lighthouse.
The "other" cliffs of County Clare. Looking North East from Loop Head Lighthouse.
The "other" cliffs of County Clare. Looking North East from Loop Head Lighthouse.
The Lighthouse at Loop Head, Co Clare
Carrigaholt castle at the loop head peninsula is absolutely off the map - and not really accessible for visitors. One of the many examples of the random things you can find when driving around Ireland that are in no tourist guide and on no map - not even Google's :)

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The boathouse: modern house by the sea

The boathouse: modern house by the sea

Kilkee Clare
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Carrigaholt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Scattery Island and Leacanabuaile ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
My wife and I just had a Halloween weekend in Co Clare at the boat house with all our family. 8 adults, 3 teenagers and 3 young ones. From my first contact with Michele, I was made feel quite at home long before the weekend even started. We arrived late and being October it was great to find the ...

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

The boathouse: modern house by the sea
Myles Creek Guesthouse

Myles Creek Guesthouse

3 out of 5
O Curry Street Kilkee Co. Clare
The price is AU$168 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$168
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach guesthouse in Kilkee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Kilkee Beach and Scattery Island are located ...
Myles Creek Guesthouse
Hilltop B&B

Hilltop B&B

2 out of 5
Knocknagarhoon Carrigaholt County Clare
The price is AU$156 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
AU$156
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Carrigaholt. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Carrigaholt Castle and Leacanabuaile Fort are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
Clean room, host and fantastic views.

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Hilltop B&B
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.
The boathouse: modern house by the sea

The boathouse: modern house by the sea

Kilkee Clare
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Carrigaholt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Scattery Island and Leacanabuaile ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
My wife and I just had a Halloween weekend in Co Clare at the boat house with all our family. 8 adults, 3 teenagers and 3 young ones. From my first contact with Michele, I was made feel quite at home long before the weekend even started. We arrived late and being October it was great to find the ...

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

The boathouse: modern house by the sea
Unique and characterful accommodation at the waters edge on the WAW

Unique and characterful accommodation at the waters edge on the WAW

Kilrush Clare
Stay at this apartment in Carrigaholt. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Carrigaholt Castle and Leacanabuaile Fort are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
What a fun, quirky, lovely little spot on the bay! We loved the character and location. The fishing town was adorable and the characters we met were even more adorable! Thank you for hosting such a unique gem on the Emerald Aisle!

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Unique and characterful accommodation at the waters edge on the WAW
THE BOATHOUSE, family friendly in Carrigaholt, County Clare

THE BOATHOUSE, family friendly in Carrigaholt, County Clare

Kilkee Shannon
Stay at this cottage in Carrigaholt. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Leacanabuaile Fort and Carrigaholt Castle are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Great Stay at the Boathouse
The house was clean, updated and exactly as pictured. The view was beautiful! Rooms and bathrooms were generously sized. We were very comfortable and would definitely return!

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025

THE BOATHOUSE, family friendly in Carrigaholt, County Clare
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.

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