Title: Loop Head Peninsula Travel Guide: Best of Loop Head Peninsula, Ireland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Loop Head Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Loop-Head-Peninsula-Hotels.d6090298.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Loop Head Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Loop-Head-Peninsula-Holiday-Rentals.d6090298.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Loop Head Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Loop-Head-Peninsula.d6090298.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Loop Head Peninsula Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Loop-Head-Peninsula.d6090298.Car-Hire-Guide)[Loop Head Peninsula Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Loop-Head-Peninsula.d6090298.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Loop Head Peninsula Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![The "other" cliffs of County Clare. Looking North East from Loop Head Lighthouse.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174757/d5a1b0a4-7caa-4bbd-bf89-b267be2e4776.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The "other" cliffs of County Clare. Looking North East from Loop Head Lighthouse.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174757/8e8dc456-5f43-4203-af57-b601560a8cf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Lighthouse at Loop Head, Co Clare](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174757/f2b6a92d-31d5-4698-9a54-505bc73f4cc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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 :)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353372/9b76962a-a0d4-490a-8e1d-5fe0e4cb01d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![You might spot dolphins wandering around Loop Head (as we actually did that day) - but watch your step, as it's even easier to drop off into the Atlantic!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353370/4e2fa87c-c980-4893-9e3b-8d23f3264fc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Loop Head Peninsula Things to do - Top hotels in Loop Head Peninsula - Top Holiday Rentals in Loop Head Peninsula ![Myles Creek Guesthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15580000/15579300/15579262/5f24033b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Myles Creek Guesthouse O Curry Street Kilkee Co. Clare £104 23 Mar - 24 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 ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (211 reviews) Large room for three adults, excellent Irish breasts the associated restaurant next door included - started at 9 when the restaurant opened but was ok as we used the time to go to the lighthouse on the peninsula about 25 km from Kilkee; plentiful free street parking in front - it's a one way street ... Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026&selected=15579262&PinnedHotelID=15579262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6090298) ![The boathouse: modern house by the sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39560000/39556500/39556492/15232713_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The boathouse: modern house by the sea Kilkee Clare Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Carrigaholt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. 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 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=39556492&PinnedHotelID=39556492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6090298) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=39556492&PinnedHotelID=39556492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6090298) ![Unique and characterful accommodation at the waters edge on the WAW](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92503100/92503060/bd501dbb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Unique and characterful accommodation at the waters edge on the WAW Kilrush Clare £116 23 Mar - 24 Mar includes taxes & fees 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026&selected=92503060&PinnedHotelID=92503060&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6090298) [See all 191 properties in Loop Head Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6090298) 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39560000/39556500/39556492/15232713_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The boathouse: modern house by the sea Kilkee Clare Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Carrigaholt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carrigaholt-Hotels-The-Boathouse-Modern-House-By-The-Sea.h39556492.Hotel-Information) ![Unique and characterful accommodation at the waters edge on the WAW](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92503100/92503060/bd501dbb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carrigaholt-Hotels-Unique-And-Characterful-Accommodation-At-The-Waters-Edge-On-The-WAW.h92503060.Hotel-Information) ![THE BOATHOUSE, family friendly in Carrigaholt, County Clare](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109920000/109911600/109911578/4b7a3e0c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carrigaholt-Hotels-THE-BOATHOUSE.h109911578.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Loop Head Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6090298&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Loop Head Peninsula hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6090298&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23)[22 Mar - 23 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6090298&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6090298&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24)[23 Mar - 24 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6090298&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6090298&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6090298&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![The "other" cliffs of County Clare. Looking North East from Loop Head Lighthouse.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174757/d5a1b0a4-7caa-4bbd-bf89-b267be2e4776.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Loop Head Lighthouse 4.5/5(2 reviews) You can find out about the history of Kilbaha with a visit to Loop Head Lighthouse. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Loop-Head-Lighthouse-Kilbaha.d6174757.Attraction) #### Carrigaholt Castle Learn about the local history of Carrigaholt with a stop at Carrigaholt Castle. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carrigaholt-Castle-Carrigaholt.d6174265.Attraction) #### Leacanabuaile Fort Learn about the local history of Carrigaholt when you take a trip to Leacanabuaile Fort. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leacanabuaile-Fort-Carrigaholt.d553248621532489188.Attraction) ## Cities near Loop Head Peninsula ![Panorama Kilkee Cliffs in Irland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4995/e2b94610-ce86-43c6-8492-758947840e60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kilkee ![The River Shannon from Doonaha, County Clare, Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6176716/4490cd4a-e05b-4a73-83fd-1662bc8ac652.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kilrush ![The Lighthouse at Loop Head, Co Clare](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174757/f2b6a92d-31d5-4698-9a54-505bc73f4cc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kilbaha ![coast - Dolphin tour, Carrigaholt, co clare, ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353372/05da7672-6b2f-4e55-b5d8-59c4f6b11d3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Carrigaholt ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - Packages - [Hotels near Banna Beach ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banna-Beach-Hotels.0-l6090267-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Minard Castle ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Minard-Castle-Hotels.0-l553248621532489155-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Rossbeigh Hill Walk ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rossbeigh-Hill-Walk-Hotels.0-l553248621532489156-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Spanish Point Beach ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Spanish-Point-Beach-Hotels.0-l6167101-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Banna Beach ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banna-Beach-Ardfert.d6090267.Attraction) - [Nine Daughters Hole ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nine-Daughters-Hole-Ireland.d553248621532489181.Attraction) - Cities near Loop Head Peninsula - Places of interest [Kilkee](https://expedia.co.uk/Kilkee.dx4995)[Kilrush](https://expedia.co.uk/Kilrush.dx6176716)[Kilbaha](https://expedia.co.uk/Kilbaha.dx6353370)[Carrigaholt](https://expedia.co.uk/Carrigaholt.dx6353372) - [Loop Head Lighthouse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Loop-Head-Lighthouse-Kilbaha.d6174757.Attraction) - [Banna Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Banna-Beach-Ardfert.d6090267.Attraction) - [Doonbeg Golf Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Doonbeg-Golf-Club-Doonbeg.d6166842.Attraction) - [Tralee Golf Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tralee-Golf-Club-Ardfert.d6174060.Attraction) - [Foynes Flying Boat Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Foynes-Flying-Boat-Museum-Foynes.d6305675.Attraction) - [Spanish Point Golf Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Spanish-Point-Golf-Club-Miltown-Malbay.d6182204.Attraction) - [Beal Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Beal-Castle-Ballybunion.d553248621532489185.Attraction) - [Pirate's Adventure World ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pirates-Adventure-World-Ardfert.d553248621532489257.Attraction) - [St John's Theatre and Arts Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Johns-Theatre-And-Arts-Centre-Listowel.d553248621532988323.Attraction) - [Scattery Island ](https://expedia.co.uk/Scattery-Island-Kilrush.d6090295.Attraction) - [Kilkee Waterworld ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kilkee-Waterworld-Kilkee.d553248621532489191.Attraction) - [St Brendan's Church ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Brendans-Church-Tarbert.d553248621532988313.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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