Title: Visit Ballyvaughan: Best of Ballyvaughan Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Ballyvaughan](https://expedia.ca/Ballyvaughan-Hotels.d4993.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Ballyvaughan](https://expedia.ca/Ballyvaughan-Vacation-Rentals.d4993.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Ballyvaughan](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Ballyvaughan.d4993.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ballyvaughan](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ballyvaughan.d4993.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ballyvaughan Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Ballyvaughan.d4993.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ballyvaughan Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Ballyvaughan.d4993.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ballyvaughan ## Travel Guide ![The Poulnabrone Dolmen in Burren National Park, County Clare. #Trovember #architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090313/00cb47d1-8aa2-4dad-9acc-c2d830fb1cd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Poulnabrone Dolmen in Burren National Park, County Clare. #Trovember #architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090313/00cb47d1-8aa2-4dad-9acc-c2d830fb1cd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Poulnabrone Dolmen is situated in Burren National Park, County Clare, Ireland. It is the oldest dated megalithic monument in Ireland. The remains of 21 people were found during excavations and radiocarbon dating of their bones indicated that this portal tomb was used for 600 years, more than 5,000 years ago. #History](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090313/ce3e4f37-6499-49bc-897d-404c9187d185.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) !["Ireland? Get ready for the rain!!", they say. 5 days, 5 sunny days!!!! Beautiful!!! 🍀 Ireland ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090313/4c737648-8167-4726-9d1a-d26b5ca5cf17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Near Ballyvaghan . #blue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4993/1f3e0fb1-a732-43c2-a06b-6c23d4245a04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ballyvaughan Where to stay Things to do Reviews ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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(392 reviews) We happened to find this gem and we will definitely be back. We were only there for one night, which was definitely not long enough. Gorgeous views, cozy rooms and delicious breakfast! Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=14%2F03%2F2026&selected=17743999&PinnedHotelID=17743999&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=4993) ![Cappabhaile House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3090000/3081200/3081187/1c1506b2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cappabhaile House Burren Ballyvaughan County Clare Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $190 CA $216 total Mar 12 - Mar 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly B&B in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (426 reviews) Friendly Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=3081187&PinnedHotelID=3081187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=4993) ![Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75820000/75814100/75814041/d2b4117a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay Ballyvaughan Clare Stay at this cottage in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Aillwee Cave are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews) We loved our stay! You can walk down to the water and see the tide pools. We had our three children with us. Ray was an amazing host and very accommodating. We are sorry we missed his visit. This cottage is in a great central location and we enjoyed the cleanliness and layout. We would give it 100 ... 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Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Aillwee Cave are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews) We loved our stay! You can walk down to the water and see the tide pools. We had our three children with us. Ray was an amazing host and very accommodating. We are sorry we missed his visit. This cottage is in a great central location and we enjoyed the cleanliness and layout. We would give it 100 ... Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Ballyvaughan-Hotels-Cottage-In-A-Beautiful-Setting-Overlooking-Galway-Bay.h75814041.Hotel-Information) ![Beautiful orchard cabin near ballyvaughan in Clare.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98521700/98521686/d58d99d8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beautiful orchard cabin near ballyvaughan in Clare. Clare CE Stay at this cabin in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Aillwee Cave are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews) Adorable little cabin just off the road to Cliffs of Moher! Quiet, clean and wonderfully styled with a beautiful view of the pasture around us. Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Ballyvaughan-Hotels-Beautiful-Orchard-Cabin-Near-Ballyvaughan-In-Clare.h98521686.Hotel-Information) ![Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114430000/114420200/114420114/85c877f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pretty little cabin in the heart of the burren Ballyvaughan CE Stay at this apartment in Ballyvaughan. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Newtown Castle and Aillwee Cave are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews) Cute and cozy- Communication was great! 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While in this quaint area, you can savor the lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Poulnabrone-Dolmen-Ballyvaughan.d6090313.Vacation-Attraction) #### Newtown Castle Newtown Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballyvaughan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Newtown-Castle-Newtown.d6219084.Vacation-Attraction) #### Aillwee Burren Experience Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Aillwee Burren Experience during your trip to Ballyvaughan. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. 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