Ballinalacken Castle Country House Hotel

Coast Road (Doolin)

A full and extensive breakfast is served every morning from 08:00 to 10:00 in our restaurant. Our restaurant is also open in the evening from 18:45 to 20:45 (except Tuesday).

Our chef Michael Foley combines his creative culinary skills with the freshest local ingredients to prepare his delectable cuisine. The Ballinalacken also offers an extensive wine list to compliment the food.

Please book in advance as reservations are advised. Also open to non-residents, who are most welcome. Kindly note that our restaurant is non-smoking.

The 15th century castle is a ruin of the O'Brien Clan. It stands imposingly beside the Ballinalacken House, which was built by Lord O'Brien in 1840 as his family home. In 1939, Daniel O'Callaghan purchased the home from the O'Briens. Today it remains in the O'Callaghan family and is currently owned by Denis O'Callaghan (Daniel's son).

Late check-out will incur an additional charge. Check-out after 12:30 will be subject to a charge equivalent to one nights' stay.

The Cliffs of Moher, a short 10-minute drive from the hotel, are a 700-foot sheer drop of natural beauty. A fine visitor centre will guide you through what to expect there. From the owner’s personal experience, seeing the puffins, fulmers, gillamots and other sea birds nesting a living in this precarious environment is very fascinating.

Located near the coastal village of Doolin, you can hear traditional music through the summer months in all of the local pubs. These lively places are a real treat and a place where you will certainly experience the 'real' Ireland.

Why not stop at the famous Spa Wells of Lisdoonvarna for a taste of the sulphur water - great for ailment cures. Visit the Aran Islands with its Stone Age cliff top fort and Gaelic speaking communities (boats sail daily from Doolin Quay). For the sporting, there is a championship golf at the Lahinch links, swimming in the Lahinch pool and sea, pony trekking, fishing, cycling and walking.

The Burren National Park region of North Clare (16 km) – 200 km² of fascinating limestone rock formations. Home to many interesting flora and fauna, there are great hiking and walking routes.

Ballinalacken Castle Country House Hotel offers accommodation in Doolin. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms include a TV. Some rooms have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a bath. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding and hiking. Galway is 32 km from Balinalacken Castle Hotel, while Ennis is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Shannon Airport, 48 km from Ballinalacken Castle Country House Hotel.

Our historic rooms have been beautifully restored to the original grandeur of Lord O'Brien's era. Each room offers an oasis of comfort and style and is individually designed to accentuate the magnificent ocean view. Some of our room features include antique furnishings, four-poster beds, baths and a working fireplace to cosy up to.

After a long day, you can relax and enjoy our famous Atlantic sunset while sipping a pint of Guinness or a glass of wine.