The Burren Smokehouse

Description

The Burren Smokehouse in Lisdoonvarna offers a unique experience to visitors: you can watch a short video about the smoking process (free of charge), look at the original first kiln we used and run your hands through the oak shavings used for smoking our salmon. You can taste and buy our Irish organic smoked salmon, smoked mackerel and other smoked products like cheese. Also, we have a wide range of high-quality gifts and presents, all made in Ireland or even locally. For opening hours, please refer to our website. We also welcome tour groups into our visitor centre - bookings are required.

Merriman Summer School

Description

The first Merriman Summer School was in 1968. The Summer School features lectures, seminars, dance classes and music. The theme of this years event is 'Mór idir na haimsiribh. The past: another country'

Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival 29 August 2010 - 04 October 2010

Description

Located in the Spa town of Lisdoonvama, with its Spa wells Health centre and the only working Spa in Ireland, the sulphur baths, famous for their therapeutic treatments are an excellent way to relax after the rigours of the matchmaking festival. All hotels and bars have music and dancing daily. Romance and craic are to be had in abundance. Why not meet the matchmaker Willie Daly in the Matchmaker Bar at the Imperial Hotel during the actual Matchmaking Festival.

The biggest 'singles' event in Europe and one of the oldest festivals in Ireland. The festival is concentrated on the weekends but there is also music and dancing during the week.

Burren Painting Centre

Description

We provide landscape painting courses May- August, 2 day-6 days with tuition by professional artists, outdoor 'en plein air' painting encouraged. Studio, equipment and art materials availible. Residential or daily

Music Festival - Supporting Haven Charity for Haiti

Description

The Pavilion - Friday 6th and Saturday 7th August 2010 8pm-1am

9 Bands 2 nights

Admission €10/night

Doors open 8pm

FREE Parking

Clay Pigeon Shooting

Spa Wells Health Centre

Description
Spa Wells Health Centre is famous for it's therapeutic mineral waters offering you the chance to refresh, rejuvenate and come away stress free. The centre offers therapeutic treatments and sulphur baths. For those of you that don't want to fully detox there is a coffee shop present onsite. The sulphur which is illuminated may be viewed in the Victorian pump house.

Wild Honey Inn

Description

Wild Honey is owned and run by the McGrath family. Formerly Kincora House it was renamed and refurbished in 2009, we have achieved a blend of contemporary and traditional, in the unique setting of the Burren region.

Built in 1860 this Country Inn has a wealth of old world charm and character. Open log fires, a walled garden and 14 en-suite bedrooms all with views of the surrounding countryside. Wild Honey has everything for the discerning traveller combined with the intimacy, charm and service of a family run Inn.

Guests can enjoy Chef proprietor Aidan McGrath’s cooking. The emphasis is on fresh seasonal and local produce. Reasonably priced good quality food, extensive opening hours makes Wild Honey the ideal base for touring the Burren.

Sheedys Restaurant and Seafood Bar

Description
Dining is an essential part of your stay at Sheedys. We offer an A La Carte dinner menu in our small, informal Restaurant. We also offer a menu in our Bar each evening. John's cooking has been awarded 2 Rosettes for food from the AA's for the last 9 years. His cooking was also awarded "Best Breakfast in Munster 2004" from Georgina Campbell Guide. All dishes are freshly cooked to order and John sources as many ingredients as possible from local artisan suppliers. We grow a variety of vegetables and herbs in our Potager Garden. Our Restaurant is recommended by the Good Food Guide, Good Hotel Guide, Foders and Michelin. The New York Times, in an article on The Burren said "I had an entree of Black Sole so exquisite, I wonder if I'll ever eat fish again".

The Royal Spa Hotel

The Roadside Tavern

Description
The Roadside Tavern serves the finest of Stouts, Ales, Wines and Spirits. The award-winning food menu is filled with delicious dishes such as traditional Irish bacon, Cabbage and Parsley sauce and a slightly less traditional rendition of Irish stew (featuring local Burren beef in place of the more typical lamb). Pride of place is given to several dishes featuring Smoked Fish and Eel from the family's award-winning Burren Smokehouse. Try the Burren smoked fish platter which is served with organic leaves from nearby New Quay. The Burren Smokehouse is literally over the bridge and well worth a visit. It has a particular draw for the musicians of the region; at its summer peak, there is live music seven nights a week. The Roadside Tavern has been a legendary venue for traditional music for well over a 100 years. Many well known names have entertained the patrons of the Roadside down through the years to the present. They include Christy Moore, Davy Spillane, Tommy Peoples, the Fureys, Seán Tyrrell, Christy Barry, Micko Russel, Mickaleen Conlon, Paul Dooley, Sharon Shannon and many many more. The Roadside Tavern has been run by the Curtin Family since 1893 making it one of the oldest pubs in the Burren area. The current proprietary is Peter Curtin who continues the high standards of hospitality and service set by his ancestors.

Ravine Hotel

Description
Stay at the Ravine Hotel, a Lisdoonvarna hotel accommodation located in the centre of the town right beside the gateway to the Cliffs of Moher in County Clare. Lisdoonvarna is famous for its spa waters and their healing powers for aches and pains as well as its Match Making Festival held every year

Rathbaun Hotel

Description
John and Lynn Connolly and their staff welcome you to the Rathbaun Hotel. We are renowned for our brilliant live Irish music and our friendly and helpful service. We offer value for money. We have 12 very comfortable en suite bedrooms, fully licensed bar and restaurant, appetizing menus and a gift shop.

Irish Arms Bar

Imperial Hotel

Description
The Imperial Hotel is a superior 3 star hotel located in the historic spa resort town of Lisdoonvarna.

The Golden China Chinese Restaurant

Café Veranda

Description
Lynch's Hotel is a family-run hotel, which has passed through 5 generations of the Lynch family and offers all the warmth of a family home in its 10 en-suite rooms. All rooms are comfortably furnished and equipped with full modern facilities. The hotel's central location in Lisdoonvarna village provides easy access to the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher and the Atlantic coast. The local area is a haven for anglers, bird watchers, botanists, cavers, hill-walkers and swimmers.

Ritz Hotel

Woodview

Description
Woodview is a modernised comfortable cottage located in quiet surroundings on the N67. There is tea/coffee making facilities and a TV in all bedrooms. Ideal base for touring the Burren, Cliffs of Moher and Doolin. Lisdoonvarna is just 1Km away.

Burrens Whites Castle Hotel

Description
Whites Burren Castle Hotel is castle type hotel situated within it's own grounds with all it's own modern facilities and amenities. Ideal base for touring the Burren region, Cliffs of Moher while also enjoying many activities around Clare such as boating, dolphin watching, surfing and scenic driving

King Thomond Hotel

Description
The King Thomond Hotel is a lovely 3 star property located in the beautiful village of Lisdoonvarna. The hotel is ony ten minutes walk to the centre of Lisdoonvarna. There are 65 luxury ensuite bedrooms tasetefully designed with all modern facilities. The hotel has a cosy hotel bar and dining area. Golf courses and horse riding nearby. Ideal base for touring the Burren and Cliffs of Moher. Lisdoonvarna comes alive in September for the matchmaking festival.

SHEEDYS COUNTRY HOUSE HOTEL

Description
Sheedys Country House Hotel is a beautiful idyllic property located on the edge of the Burren region. It has beautiful gardens and award winning cuisine. The 18th century property enjoys a strong character and a genuine warm welcome to all. Shannon Airport is just 1 hour away. Many popular attractions of Clare are just a short drive away.

ROYAL SPA HOTEL

Description
Royal Spa Hotel was built in the early 1800's and is located on the main street of Lisdoonvarna. The hotel is right on the edge of the spectacular Burren region. The hotel maintains it's charm while giving you the highest standard of accommodation. All the rooms are ensuite with TV, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, laundary service and hairdryer.

RAVINE HOTEL

Description
Situated in the heart of Lisdoonvarna the Famous Traditional Spa Town. Convenient to the Cliff's of Moher, Ailwee Caves & Doolin Pier.

RATHBAUN HOTEL

Description
Rathbaun hotel is the most renowned hotel in Co.Clare for Irish music-nightly June- September. Our hotel offers the best quality and value in accommodation and home cooked food.

Ore a Tava House

Description
A lovely modern bungalow in a quiet area, 1 mile from the famous town of Lisdoonvarna. The Stack family live in a separate section, so our guests have the run of the house. There is a patio for your use, overlooking scenic countryside and our landscaped garden. This is an ideal base for touring the Burren, Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands and the well known health spa in Lisdoonvarna

O' Neills Town Home

Description
O'Neills has recently been refurbished but retains its olde worldly character. It is located in the town of Lisdoonvarna adjacent to the town square and bus stops. An ideal base for touring The Burren and coast of North Clare. Only 3 miles to Doolin ferry. 9 miles to Cliffs of Moher. Landscape painting courses held throughout the summer months, with top tutors. Studio space available, equipment and art materials.

LYNCHS HOTEL

LISDOON LODGE

Description
8 bedroom guesthouse on Kilfenora Rd just 6 mins walk to Lisdoonvarna. Ensuite rooms, TV, Tea making. Easy distance to Cliffs of Moher, Doolin, Aillwee Caves and Lahinch. Join the craic at Lisdoonvarna!

Kincora House and Gallery

Description
Relaxing, romantic and dating from 1860, the property exudes charm, character and a lovely ambience. Comfortable en suite bedrooms with lovely views. Savour cooked-to-order breakfasts in our dining room, while enjoying the paintings of the owner/artist. 10 minutes from the Cliffs of Moher, Doolin and The Burren. 15 minutes Lahinch, 50 minutes Shannon Airport. Michelin recommended, Irish Inn of the Year, National Gardens Award.

Imperial Hotel

Description
The Imperial Hotel is a beautiful hotel located in the centre of Lisdoonvarna. The hotel has a modern interior design with bars, dining room and foyer. There are 100 tastefully decorated ensuite bedrooms with two restaurants that offer terrific food and drink. Ideal base for touring the Matchmaking Festival, Aillwee Cave, Health Baths, Cliffs of Moher and the Burren region.

Hydro Hotel

Description
Providing accommodation in North Clare. Close to Cliffs of Moher, Doolin, Aillwee cave and Lahinch. This hotel acts as a good base for exploring Clare & finds itself thriving during the matchmaking festival each September.

Greenlawn Lodge

Description
Patricia and Martin McMahon welcome you into their home in Lisdoonvarna. Set in a rural setting yet  just minutes walk from the famous Lisdoonvarna “Matchmaking” town. Greenlawn Lodge is the perfect base for touring The Burren, The Cliffs of Moher  and for taking a trip to the Aran Islands. We are just an hours drive from Shannon International Airport or Galway Airport. Newly renovated, we offer bright and modern rooms all en-suite and our extremely comfortable beds are dressed with a high quality Egyptian cotton sheets. There is a guests' sitting and dining room where you can feel at home and tea and coffee making facilities are available all day. Do bring your laptops with you as you can enjoy free wireless connection throughout the house. There is ample car parking and Landscaped gardens to enjoy also.

Burren Breeze

Description
All rooms en-suite with bathtubs & showers, Internet and WiFi, 2/3 night offers, tea/ coffee, electric blankets, large car park, walking/cycling/driving maps. Junction of N67/R477 Doolin/ Cliffs of Moher road.

Blackbridge House

Description
Blackbridge House Bed & Breakfast Accommodation is situated just outside the Spa Town of Lisdoonvarna. The picture just below gives you an idea of the beautiful view from our Bed and Breakfast.  Although this accommodation is situated in a quite area,  it is only 5 minutes walk from Lisdoonvarna Town.

Crosswinds

Description
Quiet country location situated on R478. Friendly atmosphere- welcome assured. Choice of breakfast menu. Convienient for restaurants and pubs in Lisdoonvarna & Doolin.

Gowlaun

Description
Gowlaun is a country home set in landscaped gardens convenient to Doolin, the Aran Islands and the Cliffs of Moher. The property is centrally located with a five minute walk to the town centre and bus stop. There is tea making facilities and hairdryers in all bedrooms. Safe car parking is available.

Slieve Elva Farmhouse

Description
Slieve Elva Farmhouse is a newly refurbished farmhouse surrounded by the Burren Landscape. Ideal base for touring the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and Aran Islands. Local activities nearby include cycling, walking, fishing, golfing and horse riding. Breakfast and Light meals are available.

Fermona House

Description
Fermona House is a lovely bungalow set in the landscaped gardens in a quiet area of the Burren. Ideal base for touring the Cliffs, of Moher, Aillwee Cave and the Burren itself. Centrally located with just a ten minute walk to the town centre and bus stop. All the rooms are ensuite.

Roncalli

Description
Roncalli is a comfortable bungalow located on the main approach road to Lisdoonvarna. The property is centrally located just a seven minute walk from the village. There is traditional music and entertainment throughout the tourist season. Ideal base for touring the North Clare region.

St Judes

Description
St Judes is a modern dormer bungalow, very convenient to the Burren and Cliffs of Moher.Tea/ coffee making facilities and electric blankets in all the bedrooms and there is one three beded ensuite room with families in mind. Hair dryers are also available.

St Enda's

Description
St Enda's is a two storey house that has its own sun porch. Ideal base for the touring the Burren and Cliffs of Moher and it is very convenient to the public transport bus stop.

Marchmont

Description
Marchmont is a beautiful townhouse located in Lisdoonvarna. All guest rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, TV's and hairdryers. Breakfast menu is available and there is safe storage for bikes. Private car parking is also available.

Ballinsheen House

Description
Ballinsheen House is a family run home set in scenic surroundings close to the town. Breakfast menu is available and the rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, TV and a hairdryer. The property has a conservatory where you can relax and has beautiful landscape gardens. Recomended by travel guides.

Hilltop

Description
Hilltop is located in quiet surroundings on an elevated site on the N67. Ideal base for touring the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and Doolin. During the high season you can cruise to the Aran Islands.

CARRIGANN HOTEL

IMPERIAL HOTEL

Description
The Imperial Hotel is a superior 3 star hotel located in the historic spa resort town of Lisdoonvarna. Facilities include- 100 excellent ensuite bedrooms located in the very heart of Lisdoonvarna. The world famous Cliffs of Moher are a few miles away, and now boast a state of the art Visitors Centre, with stunning video installations.

Dun Bhreandain Hliday Homes

Description
Dun Bhreandain Holiday Homes is located in the beautiful village of Lisdoonvarna, right in the heart of the unique Burren region. Lisdoonvarna is very famous for it's matchmaking festival in September and it also has a Victorian spa where you can relax after a hard day's travelling. Ideal base for touring the Burren and Cliffs of Moher.

Lios Duin Bhearna Holiday Home

Description
Located right in the heart of the village of Lisdoonvarna in Co. Clare, Lios Duin Bhearna is a brand new development of 10 two and three bedroomed townhouses set out in a courtyard style with private parking.

Cruaca Mhaire

Description
Prepare to relax and unwind in an area of unspoilt beauty when you stay at Cruaca Mhaire. This luxurious holiday home has achieved the highest rating of 4 stars and offers its guests the chance to relax and take it easy, or to fill your days with endless adventure. This traditional style cottage has spectacular uninterrupted views of the Aran Islands, the Cliffs of Moher and Galway Bay, which will simply leave you lost for words. The interior is made up of three tastefully decorated bedrooms (one en suite), which can accommodate up to seven people in three single beds and two double beds.

Sammon

Description
One mile from the town of Lisdoonvarna on a elevated site. Surrounded by farmland, it's pine floors, pine ceilings and stone cut fireplace are the hallmarks of this charming cottage also the delightful loft bedroom.