Updated: July 2024
Are you dreaming of an unforgettable yet affordable holiday in Ireland? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the best budget-friendly campsites across Ireland, perfect for your 2024 getaway!
We’ve collected some of our favourite campsites for your budget holiday in Ireland, including spots along the stunning Wild Atlantic Way, which stretches the entire west coast and offers breathtaking views and scenic coastal paths for biking, walking, and photo sessions.
In this article, we’ve grouped the campsites by region to facilitate your decision-making process.
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Location-Based Campsites: Budget Holiday in Ireland Guide
Ireland offers a variety of stunning landscapes and hearty activities, making it an ideal destination for camping, even low-budget camping. Here are some of the best campsites for your dream budget holiday in Ireland. We grouped them by location, to help plan your perfect campervan holiday.
Southwest Ireland:
Eagle Point Camping (Cork)
Based just 10 minutes away from the idyllic seaside town of Bantry in West Cork, Eagle Point Camping is the perfect place for a trip to the coast. Right on the water, pebble beaches, the rock pools, and the natural landscape make for long fun-filled days on site; memories are made at Eagle Point! Make sure not to miss this campsite if you plan to visit Cork and the surrounding areas next summer.
Eagle Point Camping Amenities:
- Beach
- Free parking
- Kids’ outdoor play equipment and activities
- Internet
- Tennis court
- Grey water hook-up
- Self-serve laundry
- Water hook-up
Price: Around €35 – €48 per night, depending on the season and the number of passengers.
Mannix Point Camping (Kerry)
Located along the fantastic Ring of Kerry, Mannix Point has everything you could want, from a prime location close to pubs, bars, and restaurants to the beautiful backdrop of wonderful surroundings. This waterfront caravan park has incredible views in all directions. There are plenty of pitches where you can either park your van or put up your tent overlooking the water.
Mannix Point Camping Amenities:
- Beach
- Free parking
- Board games and puzzles
- Kids’ outdoor play equipment and activities
- High-speed internet
- Shared kitchen
- Shared TV lounge
- Fishing
- Self-serve laundry
- Water hook-up
- Hiking
Price: Around €30 – €38 per night, depending on the season and the number of passengers.
Southeast Ireland:
Hidden Valley Holiday Park (Wicklow)
Hidden Valley is an apt description for this campsite as it is certainly one of Ireland’s hidden gems. The Wicklow Mountains provide the backdrop for this picturesque, family-orientated campsite. With its own private lake, this is the perfect destination for a relaxing and peaceful getaway. From great adventure to creative activities and relaxing days, there’s something to suit everyone, whatever the weather on your cheap camping holidays.
Hidden Valley Holiday Park Amenities:
- Free parking
- Mini golf
- Kids’ outdoor play equipment and activities
- Arts and crafts
- Cinema
- Pet-friendly during low season
- Self-serve laundry
- Grey water hook-up
- Water hook-up
Price: Around €37 – €54 per night, depending on the season and the number of passengers.
Roches Campervan and Campsite (Wexford)
Located in the heart of County Wexford, Roches Campervan and Campsite offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to local attractions. This site provides well-maintained facilities and a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for families and couples looking to explore the beautiful landscapes and beaches of Wexford. Enjoy the convenience of nearby amenities and the charm of Wexford’s countryside.
Roches Campervan and Campsite Amenities:
- Car parking by site/unit
- Charging facilities
- Golf nearby
- Grey water hook-up for caravans
- Nearby farmers’ market
- Pet-friendly
- Fishing
- Water hook-up points for caravans
- Kids’ outdoor activities
- Cycle hire
- Kayaking
- Horse Riding
Price: Around €25 – €35 per night, depending on the season and the number of passengers.
Camac Valley Tourist and Caravan and Camping Park (Dublin)
Dublin may not be the first county that springs to mind when considering a camping trip but Camac Valley based near Clondalkin is a spacious and fun campsite just a short bus ride from the nation’s capital. This is a perfect alternative to spending a small fortune on a hotel room in Dublin if you want to see any of the city’s many attractions. Fishing, golf, and a children’s playground are all available to provide entertainment to a variety of guests. For a convenient, safe, and flexible way to explore, consider renting a campervan in Dublin from Craic N Campers.
Amenities:
- Self-serve laundry
- Pet-friendly
- Camper’s kitchen
- Kids’ outdoor play equipment and activities
- Pitch & Putt/Mini Golf
- Food shop
- Games room
- Ice Pack Freezing Facilities
- Grey water hook-up
- Water hook-up points
Price: Around €32 – €37 per night, depending on the season and the number of passengers.
West Ireland:
Nagles Camping and Caravan Park (Clare)
In the shadows of the Cliffs of Moher, Nagles Camping and Caravan Park is one of the most gorgeous cheap holiday camps in Ireland. It’s the perfect location for a visit to the West of the Emerald Isle. Visitors are spoilt for choice on what to do when they arrive; they could visit the trad bars in Doolin, go to the beach in Lahinch, and even take a trip to the Aran Islands. This campsite is a perfect base for a holiday in the west of Ireland.
Amenities:
- Free parking
- Internet
- Horseback riding
- Kids’ outdoor play equipment
- Fishing
- Pet-Friendly
- Convenience store
- Water hook-up points
- Laundry service
- Self-serve laundry
- Grey water hook-up
Price: Around €38 – €49 per night, depending on the season and the number of passengers.
Clifden Eco Beach Camping and Caravanning Park (Galway)
Clifden Eco Beach is a multi-award-winning ecological park and Ireland’s first eco-certified carbon-neutral premises. Nestling among the sand dunes on the shores of Connemara’s Wild Atlantic Way, it boasts breathtaking panoramic seascape views from its secluded private sandy beach. You can holiday at Clifden Eco Beach happy in the knowledge that you are supporting the environment as this is an ecological, low-impact camping environment.
Amenities:
- Secured parking
- High-speed internet
- Beach
- Bicycle rental
- Pet-Friendly
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Outdoor fireplace
- Shared kitchen
- Laundry service
- Grey water hook-up
- Water hook-up points
Price: Around €28 – €80 per night, depending on the season, the number of passengers, and extra amenities.
Northwest Ireland:
Rosguill Holiday Park (Donegal)
This quiet, family-owned park is located on the stunning Rosguill Peninsula, Melmore, Downings on County Donegal’s Wild Atlantic Way. It’s the budget holiday in Ireland option for people looking to relax and rest. Every pitch on the park affords a view of Mulroy Bay & the surrounding rugged & varied scenery. The much-photographed beaches of Tra na Rossan & Murder Hole are only a short walk from Rosguill Holiday Park making it the perfect base for hillwalking, water sports, photography, or even a lazy beach day after enjoying a barista-style coffee or luxury ice cream from their Shoreline Coffee & Ice Cream Shop.
Rosguill Holiday Park Amenities:
- Free parking
- Beach
- Mini golf
- Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
- Picnic area
- Tennis court
- Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
- Self-serve laundry
- Grey water hook-up
- Water hook-up points
Price: Around €30 per night, depending on the season and the number of passengers.
Midlands Ireland:
Nore Valley Park (Kilkenny)
This Award-Winning family-run camping site is located in a quiet, peaceful valley and is personally supervised at all times. Situated on an open farm patrons have free access to the farm located by the camp and children are encouraged to assist in animal feeding. There are various activities found within 10 km of Nore Valley Park, including swimming, fishing, canoeing, golf, craft shops, horse riding, and many historical sites.
Nore Valley Park Amenities:
- Free parking
- Mini golf
- Pet-friendly
- Kids’ outdoor play equipment and activities
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Craft shops
- Horse riding
- Grey water hook-up
- Water hook-up points
Price: Around €28 – €50 per night, depending on the season and the number of passengers.
Lough Key (Roscommon)
This 350-hectare estate contains many trails through the woodland and forest for you to explore. Lough Key is a great location that provides enough activities and facilities that you wouldn’t even need to leave the campsite! If you fancy getting out of the campsite you can go visit Boyle Abbey or Strokestown Park where the Irish National Famine Museum is.
Lough Key Amenities:
- Walking and Cycling Trails
- Rowing Boat Hire and Lough Key Boat Tours
- Rowing Boat Hire
- Water hook-up points
- Grey water hook-up
Price: Around €25 – €115 per day, depending on the season, the number of passengers, and the park tickets you purchased, which sometimes come with parking discounts.
It’s not a family trip without your fur baby!
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