Aillwee Cave and Birds of Prey Centre

Aillwee Cave is situated in the small harbour village of Ballyvaughan, County Clare, just 55 minutes from Claregalway Hotel.

Aillwee Cave is one of the oldest caves in Ireland where you can explore the dramatic underworld, admire the frozen waterfall and observe the now extinct brown bears bones. Experience the beautiful caverns under strange formations and the thunderous waterfall as you take part in the 30-minute tour.

While there be sure to visit the Birds of Prey Centre and be entertained by the dynamic flying displays with birds including eagles, falcons, hawks and owls. Get up close and personal with the birds and educate yourself using the many information boards on display.

The Aillwee Cave is open daily all year round except 24th, 25th, 26th December and 1st January and is one of the many highlights of the spectacular North Clare area. Definitely worth a visit during your stay with us here at The Claregalway Hotel.

Why Stay With Us?

Our family-friendly hotel is the perfect base for families to explore all that the spectacular North Clare region as to offer. Each of our family rooms varies in size and can accommodate families of all sizes.

All of our guests receive complimentary access to our state-of-the-art leisure centre which boasts an 18-metre heated pool, kids pool which the kids will love splashing about in,  jacuzzi, sauna and steam room and a fully equipped gym and an exercise studio.

Our family-friendly Bia & Co Gastro restaurant has an extensive menu with mouth-watering dishes to suit everyone’s tastes including our younger guests.