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.

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Great Blasket Island Accommodation

Great Blasket Island Accommodation

3 out of 5
Great Blasket Island Great Blasket Kerry
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Dingle Harbour Lodge

Dingle Harbour Lodge

3 out of 5
The Wood Dingle Kerry
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
$138 total
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Total with taxes and 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (446 reviews)
Had a lovely experience, spotless clean, staff lovely & friendly we had lovely chats with Skye in reception, also very accommodating & helpful.. Would definitely recommend

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Dingle Harbour Lodge
Base Accommodation Dingle

Base Accommodation Dingle

2.5 out of 5
Bridge St Dingle County Kerry
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$133 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$151 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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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! (446 reviews)
Beautiful!!! Love this place!!!

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

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Park Lane 3 bedroom house VRBO

Park Lane 3 bedroom house VRBO

Dingle Peninsula County Kerry
Stay at this vacation home in Dingle. Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Phoenix Cinema and The Dillon Gallery are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Comfortable house in very convenient location in the centre of Dingle

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Park Lane 3 bedroom house VRBO
Spectacular Views, Miles of Beaches, and Boat Trips, 4 Star Luxury Home

Spectacular Views, Miles of Beaches, and Boat Trips, 4 Star Luxury Home

Dingle County Kerry
Stay at this vacation home in Dingle. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions St. James Church and Ballyavenooragh are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
Hosts wonderful and accommodating, sweet thoughtful touches like fresh flowers, orange juice, eggs and bacon and a bottle of wine left to welcome us. Property is spacious and lovely

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Clifftop House 4 bedroom house VRBO

Clifftop House 4 bedroom house VRBO

Dingle Peninsula County Kerry
Stay at this vacation home in Dingle. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions St. James Church and Ballyavenooragh are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
The house was clean, amenities all very nice, and the view spectacular! Had a few hiccups during check-in but our host, Rose, got us walked through and taken care of. Overall, a very pleasant stay for our time in Dingle!

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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