Holiday rentals in Galway

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Apartment in Galway

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 249 reviews

Compact Modern Ensuite Space with Private Access

Space offers a comfortable bed, your own ensuite with hot shower and a tasty coffee before heading out to discover. 25 minute walk via Lough Atalia pathway from bus/train station [Cliffs of Moher and Connemara tours depart from here]. Includes mini fridge, microwave, TV, kettle, coffee table and limited storage. Free on-street parking and laundry service. Space directly adjoins our main family home. Please note while space is very compact as per pictures it's also suitable for long-term stays.

21–28 Nov

£77 per night
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Dome in Rosscahill

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Eco-Cabin on doorstep of Galway City & Connemara

Our beautiful & unique wooden Eco-Pod is a comfortable space in in a lovely natural setting. It is ideally located 20-30 min by car, from Galway City on the doorstep of Connemara close to the N59. The Eco-Pod is mostly open-plan with a kitchenette, comfortable double bed (which can be converted into a sofa at daytime), separate bathroom and shower. Please note the toilet is a compost toilet (none flush). You will have beautiful views of the surroundings, as the front is all window-space.

30 May – 6 Jun

£102 per night
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Farm stay in Co Galway

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 508 reviews

Experience a friendly stay Galway Countryside

Immerse yourself in a personal experience. Surrounded by stone walls and countryside. 25 minutes about from Galway. Lignum restaurant close by The Stable B & B is designed for relaxation and ambiance and is a perfect location, being equidistant to the Burren, Cliffs & Connemara, and as your hosts, we provide a warm Irish welcome. We are only 5 minutes off Exit 16/M6, which makes it an ideal location. Easy access to Shannon/Knock airport is less than 1 hour & Dublin is less than 2 hours.

30 Nov – 7 Dec

£147 per night

Popular amenities for Galway holiday rentals

Stay near Galway's top sights

Eyre Square49 locals recommend
Spanish Arch98 locals recommend
Eyre Square Centre24 locals recommend
Quay Street53 locals recommend
Galway City Museum141 locals recommend
The Galmont Hotel & Spa5 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Galway

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Cottage in Galway

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 493 reviews

Exquisite Location Galway City

31 Oct – 7 Nov

£402 per night
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Cottage in GALWAY

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 291 reviews

Historical Thatch Cottage @Award-Winning CnocSuain

19–26 Oct

£301 per night
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Home in Westport

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 279 reviews

Juli's House - Seaside retreat with stunning views

17–24 Jan

£110 per night
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Apartment in Galway

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews

Perfect Getaway on Inishmore

19–26 Mar

£92 per night
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Apartment in Galway

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 540 reviews

Luxury City Center Studio Apartment - Spanish Arch

14–21 Nov

£132 per night
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Guest suite in County Galway

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 273 reviews

Boutique Self-Contained Guest Suite

9–16 Nov

£88 per night
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Place to stay in County Galway

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviews

The Pod at Bayfield

22–29 Sept

£107 per night
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Cottage in Connemara

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 344 reviews

Kylemore Hideaway in Connemara

16–23 Aug

£132 per night
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Cottage in Fanore

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 443 reviews

Connoles Cottage by the Sea

7–14 Dec

£123 per night
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Cottage in County Mayo

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

Water's Edge

15–22 Feb

£83 per night
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Guest house in Athenry

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews

Eco-renovated stone barn

18–25 Mar

£116 per night
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Guest suite in County Galway

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews

Dolphin Watch Self Catering House

16–23 Dec

£102 per night

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Galway

Total rentals

1.4K properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

380 properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

10 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

100 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

660 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

91K reviews

Your guide to Galway

Welcome to Galway

Life in Galway is as colourful as the houses that line its three-mile bay. The fiddle, whistle, and bodhrán can be heard every day in the lively pubs that fill its medieval town centre. Irish culture is alive and strong here: in Salthill, where the Pearse Stadium hosts hurling and Gaelic football; in the food scene that celebrates its peerless Atlantic oysters; and in the native language that lives on in the local area.

The charming shopping streets of Galway’s historic Latin Quarter are mirrored across the River Corrib by the West End’s artsy appeal, quirky cafes, and chef-focused restaurants. To the north sits the 19th-century grandeur of Galway’s prestigious university. The countryside holds wonders, too: a dramatic, wave-beaten coastline and hills studded with castles, churches, and ancient stone monuments. Some of the West Coast’s greatest natural treasures — the Cliffs of Moher, the Aran Islands, Connemara National Park — can be easily reached from here.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Galway

Like the rest of Ireland, Galway is subject to wet and windy weather year round, but it never dampens the spirits. There’s always something interesting going on in this festive city, from the St Patrick’s Day parade in March to the Cúirt International Festival of Literature in April. In May and June people gather on bridges to watch the spectacle of the salmon returning upriver to spawn. July to October sees the best weather, as well as some of the most traditional and cultural events, including the Galway Arts Festival and the Film Fleadh in July, the Baboró arts festival for children (October), and, for those who like their seafood, September’s popular Oyster Festival. December brings a much loved Christmas market that fills the historic streets.


Top things to do in Galway

St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church

It might not seem as fancy as other buildings in this historic city, where even the local bank is a former castle, but this 14th-century parish church has a special place in Galway’s history. It was built by the Knights Templar when it was nothing more than a frontier settlement, and expanded by the 14 merchant families known as the Tribes of Galway. The church has been a Catholic and Protestant place of worship (you can still see damage done by Oliver Cromwell’s troops) and hosts the city’s popular Saturday market.

Salthill Promenade

Stretching two miles from the mouth of the River Corrib, this 19th-century boardwalk has its own tradition (you kick the wall near the diving boards when you reach the end). At its eastern end is the Claddagh, a fishing village whose customs still live on, with South Park, known locally as the Swamp, which offers views across the harbour.

Tigh Neachtain

If you want a taste of the Irish good life, head to this wonderful 19th-century pub (pronounced Nock-tans). Its cosy interiors and shady terrace are the perfect place to try the local flavors, or catch a traditional Irish music jam session.

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