10 Best Airbnb Vacation Rentals In West Lafayette, Indiana - Updated 2024

Plarlene Juliane
Plarlene Juliane 
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Dubbed as one of the greatest places to live in Indiana, West Lafayette boasts a combination of urban and suburban vibes and stunning parks. Nestled in Tippecanoe County, this Star of the West city is its neighboring agricultural regions’ central market destination. Purdue University, one of the popular universities in the world, is located in West Lafayette. Some of the top attractions here are nature-friendly, such as Samara House, Fort Ouiatenon, Lilly Nature Center, Happy Hollow Park, and Annie’s Orchard. Aside from appreciating the sights of nature, the other things you can enjoy here are outdoor activities, nightlife, concerts, and shopping. Additionally, if you want to try the amazing restaurants in Lafayette, which is a neighboring city, or have fun in Lafayette’s many water and amusement parks, you only have to take a 10-minute drive.

Browse our top Airbnb vacation rentals in West Lafayette, Indiana, before planning your trip here.

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 February 06, 2024.

1. Well-equipped cottage with views of Wabash River (from USD 171)

If you’re attending an event at Purdue University, this cabin near Lafayette is definitely the place for you. Within three minutes of walking from the place, you’ll be able to reach the said university. Suitable for up to five guests, this place is ideal if you love river views – this home comes with views of the Wabash River. You’ll definitely love this nice cottage loaded with amenities such as laundry equipment, bathroom essentials, heating, a smoke alarm, clothes hangers, an iron, and a hairdryer. You’ll have full access to this home’s downstairs that has a full kitchen, a spacious living room, and a backyard. It can house four guests.

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West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
6.22 km (3.9 mi) from Columbian Park Zoo
282 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cottage 3 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we really enjoyed our stay here the cottage was comfortable and delightfully decorated
great set up with open kitchen and living room big bathroom and comfy bed
the rooms were comfortable and we had a nice night of sleep
julie’s place was comfortable and cozy in a woodsy setting
too comfortable to leave highly recommend definitely choose julie’s river cottage again
Cleanliness:
super clean and cozy place
very clean and relaxing cottage
very nicely decorated and clean
it was clean and decorated cute
it was comfortable clean and spacious
Host:
julie was a lovely host
julie was a great host
julie is a great host
julie is a great host
julie was a great host
Location:
great location just a short drive to purdue
great location and nice accommodations
nice location well appointed peaceful and close to purdue campus
julie's place was great location to purdue
great place when visiting purdue university
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2. Minimalist basement apartment near downtown (from USD 72)

You’ll have private access to the entire basement apartment once you check in here. This spacious abode can sleep up to four guests, and it comes with two bedrooms, two beds, and one bath. You can cook sumptuous dishes in the well-equipped kitchen that has a coffee maker, a stove, a fridge, a toaster, and a microwave oven. You can also lounge in the living room while watching TV or staying connected using the provided Wi-Fi access. The location is excellent as it is just 10 minutes away from downtown West Lafayette.

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West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
9.79 km (6.1 mi) from Columbian Park Zoo
150 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire townhouse 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
very clean and neat
very clean lots of space
very new and clean space
the kitchen and bathroom were obviously recently redone well and the place was nice and clean
clean kitchen stocked and two queen beds and tv area
Location:
great place to stay near purdue
all in all a great place to stay for the price
we liked having a quiet place to relax after very busy days
it's a great place for a short stay
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3. Spacious home with private sauna

Within 5 miles (8.04 kilometers) from Purdue University lies this spacious house with a very homey vibe. It has five bedrooms with five beds, two dining areas, and two living areas. The entire space is good for 10 guests. The amenities include high-speed internet access, free parking, a laundry room, heating, a washer, a private sauna, a TV, and a bathtub. Your privacy is guaranteed during your stay here as a private entrance is also provided. Guests can also relax on the patio or in the backyard.

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West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
8.78 km (5.5 mi) from Columbian Park Zoo
268 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 5 Beds 10 Guests 5 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 10

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
so much space flatscreen smart tvs in every room nice patio for bonfires/cookouts
big tvs were good only had subscription apps
wifi was great all the way through the entire house
the furniture is comfortable and the bedrooms are very nice
plenty of room and nicely arranged and furnished
Cleanliness:
great clean place to stay
nice place clean would stay again
very clean and plenty of space
clean and very roomy house
everything was clean and readily available
Host:
jay was an excellent host responding to our questions in short order
jay was very helpful and nice
we enjoyed our stay at jay’s house and he is a very accommodating host
thank you for hosting our family - we enjoyed our quick stay
she is responsive and provides everything that you would need for your stay
Location:
the location is perfect
good location quiet neighborhood
located in a nice and quiet neighborhood
beautiful home in a great location
my kids and i enjoyed our stay and it was located in a very convenient place
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4. Picturesque remodeled home near Mackey Arena (from USD 106)

If you’re looking for a vacation house near Purdue’s Mackey Arena, book this abode with a completely remodeled interior. Good for six people, this home has three bedrooms, three beds, and one bath. The rental includes bathroom essentials, heating, a bathtub, a hairdryer, an iron, Wi-Fi access, a smoke alarm, and a laptop-friendly workspace. Guests can prepare their meals at the fully stocked kitchen equipped with numerous appliances and new soft-close cabinets. You can also read books or unwind in the indoor sun porch or on the rear patio.

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West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
5.59 km (3.5 mi) from Columbian Park Zoo
290 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 3 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
nice contemporary vibe with lots of comfort including excellent wifi
appreciated the extra touches like shampoo laundry detergent & coffee
this place is amazing extremely comfortable amenities were on point
our stay was very comfortable and nikki & cathy were super responsive and helpful
wireless chargers in each room and ability to cast my phone to the tv
Cleanliness:
clean beds and bath
very clean comfortable and convenient
clean and had everything we needed
100% clean and super stylish
it was clean with several thoughtful touches
Host:
hosts were super quick with responses
great hosts you can’t go wrong here
communication from the host was easy and all expectations were met
super friendly and very responsive
it suited our needs perfectly & the hosts were excellent communicators
Location:
great location close to campus
great location and wonderful experience
cute place and a great location love being close to grocery store and happy hollow park
great location in west lafayette
the location was excellent and very quiet
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5. Classy rental with sauna in a quiet neighborhood (from USD 125)

This gorgeous place lies just two minutes from Purdue University. The host gives you access to the entire house with three bedrooms and three beds, good for five guests. The amenities include Wi-Fi access, a bathtub, clothes hangers, air-conditioning, a small sauna in the basement bathroom, and a laptop-friendly workspace. Your peaceful stay and good night’s sleep are guaranteed because the property is situated in a tranquil location. You can also set up a barbecue party and dine outdoors at the screened patio and grill area.

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West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
5.27 km (3.3 mi) from Columbian Park Zoo
136 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 3 Beds 5 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
it has all of the amenities and touches right down to our breakfast favorites
we had fresh bananas and muffins for breakfast and lots of condiments in the fridge
the screened-in porch made a lovely place to eat breakfast or just relax in the afternoon
the king sized bed was very comfortable
the beds were comfortable and cozy
Cleanliness:
everything was very clean and well kept
very clean and fun place to stay
sparkling clean and well appointed house
basement is clean and dry
the house was very clean and well stocked with necessities
Host:
the host is very nice and the hospitality was great
this house and host are amazing
gracious hosts that exceeded our expectations
we would stay here again and the hosts were very responsive to anything we needed
host had excellent communication and answered questions quickly
Location:
an outstanding place to stay near purdue
very cozy place with excellent location to campus and the stadium
amazing place to stay close to campus and in a great neighborhood
great location close to purdue campus and the fresh thyme market
it was an easy walk to the stadium and we loved exploring the neighborhood
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6. Country-style family home in Purdue's backyard (from USD 166)

This single-family country home for rent near Lafayette has three full bathrooms and four bedrooms with four beds, good for up to eight people. Guests can also hang out at the backyard deck while appreciating the views of the surrounding greeneries. This house is jam-packed with useful amenities such as air-conditioning, bathroom essentials, a bathtub, a heating unit, a washer, and a smoke alarm. When you prepare your meals, almost everything you need can be found in the spacious kitchen. Guests can also keep themselves entertained with three television sets, with each one having Roku access.

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West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
5.66 km (3.6 mi) from Columbian Park Zoo
121 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great place lots of room and space
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and comfortable
everything was very clean
very clean loved our stay
the house is nice and clean
the house was extremely spacious and clean
Host:
the host was wonderful
nice home and great host
jesse was a great host and was quick to reply to my messages
jesse was a fantastic host with quick responses and clear instructions for everything in the house
we did appreciate being able to bring the pups and the flexibility of the hosts
Location:
great location and value
location was great just a few minutes from campus
great place and great location
a great place for our little family to stay the location is super close to campus
plus the location was great for easy access to campus and the stadium
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7. Well-appointed house near Ross Ade Stadium (from USD 236)

Within 3 blocks from Ross Ade Stadium lies this charming house for rent in West Lafayette. It has six bedrooms, seven beds, and three bathrooms. It comes equipped with an indoor fireplace, a laptop-friendly workspace, heating, and bathroom essentials. There is also a laundry room area in case you need it. Guests can also avail themselves of either parking within the premises or street parking. You can also access the basement, where you can relax while watching on a large-screen TV or play board games and darts.

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West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
5.08 km (3.2 mi) from Columbian Park Zoo
120 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 7 Beds 10 Guests 6 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 10

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
lovely backyard with a grill table with an umbrella and outdoor seats with cushions
the house is clean comfortable beds nice amenities (full kitchen patio speakers hangers shampoo/conditioner/body wash)
entertainment room has board games and big screen in the basement
had a nice tv set up to watch games
Cleanliness:
clean and comfortable
it was clean and cozy
very clean and well stocked with good towels and bedding
clean nicely laid out accomodation
nicole's place was very clean and tidy and very cozy
Host:
she was quick to respond and helpful with our requests
nicole is a great host and very responsive
an excellent host that or great at communicating and getting back to you on your questions etc
owners are wonderful to work with
outstanding host very responsive and accommodating
Location:
the location is perfect
great neighborhood very close to campus
excellent property with great location to purdue
great place to stay near purdue
the house location is very good with nice neighbors around
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8. Lovely property with a garden (from USD 189)

Just a 10-minute walk from Purdue University, this immaculately clean and vintage house might be the one you’re looking for. It has three bedrooms, three beds, one bath, and it can accommodate up to six guests. Most of the stuff inside the house is new, including furniture, mattresses, and beddings. The kitchen is updated with quartz countertops and new stainless-steel appliances. You can also lounge with a glass of wine on the covered deck overlooking flower gardens. Amenities include free Wi-Fi access, a cable TV, a first aid kit, bathroom essentials, a smoke alarm, and a hairdryer.

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West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
3.38 km (2.1 mi) from Columbian Park Zoo
142 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 3 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the only disappointment was the furniture was super adorable but it wasn’t overly comfortable
great house: everything you need from clean sheets a recently remodeled bathroom and coffee in the kitchen
Cleanliness:
impeccably clean and well appointed
very clean and comfortable
clean and well provisioned
the house is charming clean and comfortable
the space was as advertised clean and well decorated
Host:
the hosts were friendly and responsive
wonderful garden and nice host
joe & jo are gracious hosts
hosts are very friendly and helpful
great place and amazing hosts
Location:
great location near purdue
great location to the university
the location was perfect
great location and very spacious
perfect place to spend summer
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9. Neatly arranged, chic home near Purdue

With wide common spaces and perfect proximity to Purdue, you’ll surely love this rental home. It is loaded with functional amenities such as an air-conditioner, free Wi-Fi access, a laundry facility, and a TV. This charming house can sleep up to eight guests and it has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Free parking on premises is also provided in case you need it. You can also cook your meals in the well-appointed and spacious kitchen.

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West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
4.31 km (2.7 mi) from Columbian Park Zoo
63 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 5 Beds 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very comfortable for our group of 8 adults
kitchen essentials and toiletries made it easy to visit
the rooms were nice the common space was large it was close to purdue
Cleanliness:
really nice clean well appointed place
the house itself was clean and well-maintained
the house is clean and has plenty of space
the house was clean spacious and comfortable
bathrooms were very clean and stocked with everything you might need
Host:
the owner was very responsive to my questions
tina is a great host
tina was an extremely good host
tina was a great host we loved staying here
wonderful place and great host
Location:
great location quiet street and close to campus
the location is also perfect proximity to campus
great location as well
great location in a quiet neighborhood
comfortable beds close to campus
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10. Cozy, modernized unit with fantastic location

Every corner of this vacation rental is refreshing to the eyes because everything looks brand new. It comes with three bedrooms with four beds, good for up to five guests. Your safety is guaranteed here because the host has set-up security cameras and the place is located in a quiet neighborhood. This sparkling clean home is loaded with useful amenities such as a Wi-Fi connection, an indoor fireplace, a coffee maker, a washer, air-conditioning, heating, and a laptop-friendly workspace. The place is within walking distance from numerous restaurants, establishments, the Purdue campus, and Beautiful Happy Hollow Park.

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West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Columbian Park Zoo
30 reviews  
Entire house 4 Beds 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we used gas grill and pool table for fun
there is so much room to spread out and relax
Cleanliness:
it was very clean and spacious
felt very clean comfy and cozy in the whole house
beautifully finished and sparkling clean jason offered second-to-none communication
the place is spotless and very comfortable
this is a beautiful clean home
Host:
great job to the owners
jason was very responsive and easy to work with
additionally jason is very responsive to emails
communication from the host was easy and all expectations were met
host is great and answer right away for any concerns
Location:
the location is ideal if you need to get to purdue campus
great location very quiet perfect for families
newly remodeled well furnished and a great location
the location was in safe neighborhood and the house was well cared for and clean
for people coming to graduation this place is at the heart of everything and easy access to purdue
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West Lafayette is full of stylish vacation rentals

Whether you’re a solo traveler or with friends and family, don’t forget to book one of the best West Lafayette rentals. From this list, there’s definitely one that suits your accommodation needs. You might also want to explore the nearby areas, such as Lafayette and Monticello. In fact, there are many secluded cabins near Monticello, so you should stay in one if you’re craving a memorable Indiana experience. Long story short, you shouldn’t miss the opportunity to explore everything Indiana has to offer.

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