Top 5 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Athenry, Ireland - Updated 2024

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A town in County Galway, Athenry is one of the top places visited by tourists in the county. Athenry Castle is a great choice for those looking to immerse in some history and appreciate medieval architecture. If you are looking for a spot with wholesome indoor entertainment and attractions, then Athenry Heritage Center will be just the right. For families visiting with kids, a trip to Hip Kids is a must if you want to treat the younger ones to attractions and activities that will keep them fit while they have incredible fun. For the adventurous souls, be sure to check out Pallas Karting – one of the largest karting centers in Europe. If you are planning a trip to this town, then read below for our recommendations on the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Athenry, Ireland.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 12, 2024.

1. A spacious private mansion (from USD 1185)

Experience great luxury and opulence in this stately nine-bedroom mansion. Its location puts you less than a three-minute walk to restaurants, shops, and pubs, hence, great access to lots of attractions and amenities. The comfy and spacious living room, complete with a fireplace and a flat-screen TV, creates the right environment for relaxation indoors. The fully equipped kitchen is an assurance that you can prepare a decent meal when here. And, to appreciate the beautiful outdoors, you will have a well-maintained garden for you to stroll and relax.

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Galway, Ireland
754 meters (0.5 ft) from Athenry Dominican Priory
9 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 6 Beds 15 Guests 9 Bedrooms

Accommodates: 15

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
ray has a lovely home with plenty of beds and space for large families
Location:
the location is perfect with an easy walk to the rail 10 minutes into galway
great spot - had a big family gathering and banba house was the perfect location
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2. A modern house with a private garden (from USD 80)

It is a comfortable one-bedroom house located in a relatively quiet residential area. Spend some time enjoying the comfort of the living room while you catch some sporting action on the gorgeous flat-screen TV. When hungry, walk into the kitchen and fix a meal of your preference.

If you have some work to catch up with, there is a nice workstation, including a handy laptop stand, power sockets, and a commercial modem for a seamless connection to the internet.

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Athenry, County Galway, Ireland
915 meters (0.6 ft) from Athenry Dominican Priory
107 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guesthouse 3 Beds 5 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
simply terrific paul was a delight and the garden room was lovely
there is wifi tv weekly laundry and one comfortable bedroom with an ensuite bathroom
perfect in every way the cottage is lovely and comfortable with many thoughtful touches
the bed is very comfortable and he left us nice breakfast in the kitchen as well
Cleanliness:
it was exceptionally clean
the accommodation was spotless and very comfortable
comfortable modern clean and tastefully decorated
great communication before we arrived place was spotless and paul and susan were excellent hosts
lovely clean bright space nicely decorated and well supplied
Host:
they are amazing hosts
paul was a fantastic host he was very responsive to our questions and was quick to offer suggestions
an host to recommend for sure
paul was very responsive and helpful for any requests we had
paul was very responsive and helpful for any requests we had
Location:
would definitely recommend 15 minute walk from train station
it is an ideal location to get to know the region of co
the location was perfect--very close to the town center with plenty of great takeaway options
great location well equipped with everything you need
very comfortable place only 20 minutes from galway and just off the motorway
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3. A cozy apartment with views of a medieval church (from USD 94)

Enjoy a warm stay in this cozy two-bedroom apartment located right at the heart of the historic heritage town of Athenry. Wake up from the comfy king bed and walk straight into the beautiful garden to fully awaken your senses. Head over to the fully equipped kitchen to prepare a meal.

If you have no business outdoors, make yourself comfortable on the couch as you watch a show on the flat-screen TV. If you would love to explore around, however, the North Gate, believed to have been constructed about 800 years ago, is just a short walking distance away.

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Athenry , County Galway, Ireland
185 meters (0.2 ft) from Athenry Dominican Priory
384 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wifi was great and worked on several devices at once
parking is excellent wifi shower and other amenities worked great
the apartment was very clean had wonderful amenities and the washer/dryer was a bonus
it was very nice to have a washer/dryer and there were tons of linens also a huge tv
very quiet and comfortable with everything we needed including free parking
Cleanliness:
clean cozy and very accommodating space
very charming and clean
the apartment was clean
this apartment was nice and clean
: very clean and cozy with the historic church and castle pretty much in the backyard
Host:
having laundry was very helpful
the hosts were hospitable and responsive
very friendly hosts
paul and caroline and great hosts
the owners were a pleasure to work with
Location:
excellent location close to everything
great apartment close to many restaurants
lovely close by restaurants and train station is close by for trips into galway
cozy apartment with a great location
great location next to lots of restaurants and pubs
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4. The Nanny Lambert Room at Castle Ellen (from USD 143)

This famous medieval room at Castle Ellen is a simple room without any sophistication of modernity. With it comes a unique and awesome chance to appreciate the medieval lodges. The room features just a bed and a small couch. But since it is within the castle, you will have access to other amenities such as a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and a living room, during your stay.

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Athenry, County Galway, Ireland
718 meters (0.5 ft) from Athenry Dominican Priory
10 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in castle 2 Beds 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Location:
we couldn’t have asked for a more interesting and unique location
to be perfectly honest when we walked in we were really wondering what we had gotten ourselves into
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5. A lovingly restored writer’s retreat in Medieval Ireland

Get some inspiration for work or life in this lovingly restored writer’s retreat in medieval Ireland. It is a three-bedroom house located right at the heart of Athenry. If you love cooking, you will be delighted by the fully stocked and equipped kitchen. For indoor entertainment, you can choose to watch the 63-inch 4K TV, or browse the internet using the super-fast Wi-Fi connection.

If you are fitness conscious, then be sure to check the gym upstairs for some workout sessions. Finally, don’t forget to check out the backyard if you need a place to relax outside the house.

Stayed at this property?
Athenry, County Galway, Ireland
194 meters (0.2 ft) from Athenry Dominican Priory
116 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire townhouse 3 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
finally the kitchen supplies and wifi were great
amazing kitchen and amenities
everything felt comfortable - like this was a home and not just some place for rent
the beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of room we were a party of 5
Cleanliness:
accommodations perfect clean comfortable and very well equipped
kitchen is beautiful & well stocked and everything was spotless kitchen bathrooms bedrooms and sitting rooms
house was very clean and had everything to make you feel at home
it was sparkling clean the kitchen well equipped with spices and tools for cooking spacious areas to chill
the home is spacious clean modern and has absolutely everything you need
Host:
the hosts were very communicative and ready to help at any time
amazing house and great host
host (teresa) was considerate and available to answer all questions
she was fab couldn't have been more helpful
the host was amazing and the towns people are just as spectacular and friendly
Location:
great location with the train station nearby to get into galway city
great location within the town of athenry
lovely house in a great location
you're right nearby the heart of athenry with an easy walk to just about everything
walkable to everywhere in beautiful athenry
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Comfy accommodation awaits you in Athenry

Athenry will surprise you with its range of things to do and see. As such, you will need a decent place to rest your tired mind, body, and soul, after an adventurous day. Consider these Airbnb vacation rentals in Athenry, Ireland, for great accommodation options.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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