Great Blasket

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One of the many abandoned 'huts' on the Great Blasket (An Blascaod Mór). The island was inhabited until 1953 when the Irish government evacuated the island. Many of the population immigrated to Springfield, Massachusetts in the USA.
One of the many abandoned 'huts' on the Great Blasket (An Blascaod Mór). The island was inhabited until 1953 when the Irish government evacuated the island. Many of the population immigrated to Springfield, Massachusetts in the USA.
The Great Blasket (An Blascaod Mór in Irish) was home to the most western Irish community until it was evacuated in 1953. The island population was never more than 150, yet it left behind a very rich written Irish legacy - the island boasted three writers Tomás Ó Criomhthain, Peig Sayers and Muiris Ó Súilleabháin whose books have been translated into several languages. There are now boat trips to the deserted island where the ruins of the village can still be see. I would recommend a visit to the excellent Blasket Visitor Centre in Dún Chaoin before going to the island, to learn more about the life and culture of the bygone island community.
We hiked on the great blasket Island and it was great. The views are incredible and you can also meet a group of seals.
Beautiful unspoilt and home to seal, wildlife, and two donkeys. Take a 30 minute boat with Blasket Island Ferries. Spend a full day, hike the island and enjoy a relaxing coffee amid spectacular scenery.
Great Blasket Island Accommodation

Great Blasket Island Accommodation

3 out of 5
Great Blasket Island Great Blasket Kerry
Stay at this lodge in Great Blasket. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Dunmore Head and Slea Head ...
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Great Blasket Island Accommodation
Dingle Harbour Lodge

Dingle Harbour Lodge

3 out of 5
The Wood Dingle Kerry
The price is P7,403 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
P7,403
P8,402 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Dingle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (444 reviews)
Friendly staff and great views

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Dingle Harbour Lodge
Base Accommodation Dingle

Base Accommodation Dingle

2.5 out of 5
Bridge St Dingle County Kerry
The price is P8,476 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P8,476
P9,621 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dingle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (445 reviews)
Dingle was our favorite town in Ireland. We stayed one night and wish we would have stayed 2. There are fun shops great bars and beautiful scenery. The location of Base Accommodation Dingle was perfect. The girl who checked us in was lovely and the room was great! Very spacious with comfortable beds ...

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

Base Accommodation Dingle
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Portmagee Seaside Retreat

Portmagee Seaside Retreat

3 out of 5
Portmagee County Kerry
Stay at this apartment in Portmagee. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Skellig Experience Centre and Heatherhill Stables are located ...
This rental was awesome. It had a phenomenal view, the beds were comfy, and it was close to downtown Portmagee. Just be sure to bring your own shampoo & conditioner. Other than that, the place has everything! Totally recommend.

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Portmagee Seaside Retreat
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