Sleepzone Clare (The Burren Hostel)

Perfectly situated just minutes from Doolin, the heart of traditional Irish music and the gateway to the Aran Islands, we are an ideal base for exploring the west of Ireland. Enjoy easy access to the Cliffs of Moher, walking in The Burren National Park, and fantastic beaches and surfing at Lahinch and Fanore (what a beach to walk at low tide!).

OUR FACILITIES INCLUDE:
All en suite rooms, free WiFi, free parking, complimentary tea/coffee all day, an excellent self-catering kitchen and dining room, and a beautiful TV and reading room with a great selection of books on Irish history and culture.

NEARBY SITES OF INTEREST:
We are only 10–15 minutes from Doolin, making it easy to enjoy its famous traditional music pubs, coastal walks, and boat trips to the Aran Islands. Many of the Burren’s top attractions are also just a short drive away, including:
• Poulnabrone Dolmen
• Doolin Cave and Aillwee Cave
• Caherconnell Stone Fort
• The world-class Burren Perfumery near Carron.

GETTING AROUND - BUS SERVICE:
The Bus Éireann 350 coastal bus route stops nearby and provides a regular, reliable service connecting us with many of the area’s top destinations, including:
• Doolin (traditional music pubs & ferries to the Aran Islands)
• Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre
• Lahinch (beach, surfing & golf)
• Ballyvaughan
• Galway City

This makes it easy to explore the region without a car, perfect for walkers, cyclists, and those arriving by public transport.

FOOD & DRINK:
The Burren is renowned for its locally sourced, high-quality Irish food. We recommend:
• The Tea Rooms in Ballyvaughan
• Farmers’ Markets in Kinvara (Fridays) and Ballyvaughan (Saturdays)
• The many excellent pubs and restaurants in nearby Doolin, famous for live music and warm hospitality
Directly across the road:
• The Roadside Tavern, where legendary traditional music sessions take place , serving excellent pub food
• The Burren Smokehouse, one of Ireland’s leading producers of gourmet smoked salmon

THE GREAT OUTDOORS:
Just 10–15 minutes from Doolin, Lahinch, and Fanore, you’re perfectly placed for surfing, coastal walks, and unforgettable sunsets. There’s nothing quite like walking Fanore Beach at low tide on a summer’s evening.

The region also offers access to many marked walking trails, showcasing the unique landscape, fauna and flora of the Burren:
• Cliffs of Moher Coastal Path (18km)
• Burren National Park (2-5km)
• Lough Avalla Farm Loop (6km)
• Caher Valley Loop Trail (14.5km)
• Black Head Loop (26km)
• Carron Loop (9km)
• Ballyvaughan Wood Loop (8km)

RECEPTION HOURS:
9.00am – 12.00 noon
6.00pm – 10.00pm
If arriving outside these times, please contact the hostel in advance.