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.
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.
Beautiful day and a friendly friend along the way, A fantastic days walking on the great blasket is a must. Unspoiled, deserted, except for sheep donkeys, seals, birds and wildlife. Be sure to check it out.
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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Dingle Harbour Lodge

Dingle Harbour Lodge

3 out of 5
The Wood Dingle Kerry
The price is ￥18,133 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
￥18,133
￥20,581 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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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

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The Waterfront

The Waterfront

3 out of 5
The Waterside Dingle Kerry
The price is ￥14,661 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
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￥16,641 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (336 reviews)
Great location with easy street parking. Everything is within walking distance.

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

The Waterfront
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Dingle Sea Escape

Dingle Sea Escape

Dingle Kerry
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9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
The accommodations were great! The host was very responsive and left a binder full of useful information! Highly recommend!

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

Dingle Sea Escape
The Burrow - Ard Na Mara

The Burrow - Ard Na Mara

Dingle County Kerry
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10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
The unit(s) and location were stunning! We had 3 adults so rented both up and down. Enjoyed being able to relax and also cook in for a couple nights :)

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The Burrow - Ard Na Mara
Dingle Wild - Luxury Pod

Dingle Wild - Luxury Pod

Dingle
Stay at this vacation home in Dingle. Popular attractions St. James Church and Ballyavenooragh are located nearby.
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