Doonbeg
Doonbeg is a scenic village in the west of Clare overlooking the Wild Atlantic Ocean. There are lots of events happening in Doonbeg throughout the year including The West Clare Drama Festival, The Doonbeg Jazz Festival, The Doonbeg Regatta, The Doonbeg Seafood Festival, The One Act Drama Festival and much more.
Where is Doonbeg?
It is a village on the west coast of County Clare Ireland on the Wild Atlantic Way between Kilkee and Milltown Malbay.
Here is a Google Map of its location:
Recently Doonbeg in County Clare hit the headlines when Donald Trump purchased the Doonbeg Golf Course and developed it into Trump International Golf Links which includes a 5 star luxury hotel.
President Trump visited Doonbeg again in June 2019 with his wife Melania and sons Eric and Donald Junior. He stayed two nights at his hotel. See an account of the visit here.
Accommodation in Doonbeg County Clare
Apart from the 5 star Trump Hotel there are many Bed and Breakfasts and self catering units in the locality
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What to Do in Doonbeg
There are lots of activities in the area including
- Swimming (White Strand Blue Flag beach nearby,)
- Golf at Trump International
- Walking: See about routes here
- Gaelic Football,
- fishing, surfing and kayaking.
- The village is a renowned centre of theatre and traditional music.
- Doonbeg Jazz Festival.
Eat and Drink in Doonbeg County Clare
Restaurants: Morrisseys, Trump’s Bar & Restaurant
Pubs: Tubridys, The Igoe Inn Bar & Restaurant
How Far is Doonbeg County Clare?
Ennis: 45km, Shannon Airport: 66km, Limerick: 79km, Galway: 121km, Dublin: 28km
