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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we really enjoyed our stay here the cottage was comfortable and delightfully decoratedgreat set up with open kitchen and living room big bathroom and comfy bedthe rooms were comfortable and we had a nice night of sleepjulie’s place was comfortable and cozy in a woodsy settingtoo comfortable to leave highly recommend definitely choose julie’s river cottage againCleanliness:
super clean and cozy placevery clean and relaxing cottagevery nicely decorated and cleanit was clean and decorated cuteit was comfortable clean and spaciousHost:
julie was a lovely hostjulie was a great hostjulie is a great hostjulie is a great hostjulie was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just a short drive to purduegreat location and nice accommodationsnice location well appointed peaceful and close to purdue campusjulie's place was great location to purduegreat place when visiting purdue university
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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very clean and neatvery clean lots of spacevery new and clean spacethe kitchen and bathroom were obviously recently redone well and the place was nice and cleanclean kitchen stocked and two queen beds and tv areaRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay near purdueall in all a great place to stay for the pricewe liked having a quiet place to relax after very busy daysit's a great place for a short stay
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.
West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
8.78 km (5.5 mi) from Columbian Park ZooSuperhostAccommodates: 10
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so much space flatscreen smart tvs in every room nice patio for bonfires/cookoutsbig tvs were good only had subscription appswifi was great all the way through the entire housethe furniture is comfortable and the bedrooms are very niceplenty of room and nicely arranged and furnishedCleanliness:
great clean place to staynice place clean would stay againvery clean and plenty of spaceclean and very roomy houseeverything was clean and readily availableHost:
jay was an excellent host responding to our questions in short orderjay was very helpful and nicewe enjoyed our stay at jay’s house and he is a very accommodating hostthank you for hosting our family - we enjoyed our quick stayshe is responsive and provides everything that you would need for your stayRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgood location quiet neighborhoodlocated in a nice and quiet neighborhoodbeautiful home in a great locationmy kids and i enjoyed our stay and it was located in a very convenient place
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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nice contemporary vibe with lots of comfort including excellent wifiappreciated the extra touches like shampoo laundry detergent & coffeethis place is amazing extremely comfortable amenities were on pointour stay was very comfortable and nikki & cathy were super responsive and helpfulwireless chargers in each room and ability to cast my phone to the tvCleanliness:
clean beds and bathvery clean comfortable and convenientclean and had everything we needed100% clean and super stylishit was clean with several thoughtful touchesHost:
hosts were super quick with responsesgreat hosts you can’t go wrong herecommunication from the host was easy and all expectations were metsuper friendly and very responsiveit suited our needs perfectly & the hosts were excellent communicatorsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to campusgreat location and wonderful experiencecute place and a great location love being close to grocery store and happy hollow parkgreat location in west lafayettethe location was excellent and very quiet
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.
Top guest reviews
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it has all of the amenities and touches right down to our breakfast favoriteswe had fresh bananas and muffins for breakfast and lots of condiments in the fridgethe screened-in porch made a lovely place to eat breakfast or just relax in the afternoonthe king sized bed was very comfortablethe beds were comfortable and cozyCleanliness:
everything was very clean and well keptvery clean and fun place to staysparkling clean and well appointed housebasement is clean and drythe house was very clean and well stocked with necessitiesHost:
the host is very nice and the hospitality was greatthis house and host are amazinggracious hosts that exceeded our expectationswe would stay here again and the hosts were very responsive to anything we neededhost had excellent communication and answered questions quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
an outstanding place to stay near purduevery cozy place with excellent location to campus and the stadiumamazing place to stay close to campus and in a great neighborhoodgreat location close to purdue campus and the fresh thyme marketit was an easy walk to the stadium and we loved exploring the neighborhood
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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great place lots of room and spaceCleanliness:
everything was clean and comfortableeverything was very cleanvery clean loved our staythe house is nice and cleanthe house was extremely spacious and cleanHost:
the host was wonderfulnice home and great hostjesse was a great host and was quick to reply to my messagesjesse was a fantastic host with quick responses and clear instructions for everything in the housewe did appreciate being able to bring the pups and the flexibility of the hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and valuelocation was great just a few minutes from campusgreat place and great locationa great place for our little family to stay the location is super close to campusplus the location was great for easy access to campus and the stadium
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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lovely backyard with a grill table with an umbrella and outdoor seats with cushionsthe 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 basementhad a nice tv set up to watch gamesCleanliness:
clean and comfortableit was clean and cozyvery clean and well stocked with good towels and beddingclean nicely laid out accomodationnicole's place was very clean and tidy and very cozyHost:
she was quick to respond and helpful with our requestsnicole is a great host and very responsivean excellent host that or great at communicating and getting back to you on your questions etcowners are wonderful to work withoutstanding host very responsive and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgreat neighborhood very close to campusexcellent property with great location to purduegreat place to stay near purduethe house location is very good with nice neighbors around
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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the only disappointment was the furniture was super adorable but it wasn’t overly comfortablegreat house: everything you need from clean sheets a recently remodeled bathroom and coffee in the kitchenCleanliness:
impeccably clean and well appointedvery clean and comfortableclean and well provisionedthe house is charming clean and comfortablethe space was as advertised clean and well decoratedHost:
the hosts were friendly and responsivewonderful garden and nice hostjoe & jo are gracious hostshosts are very friendly and helpfulgreat place and amazing hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location near purduegreat location to the universitythe location was perfectgreat location and very spaciousperfect place to spend summer
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.
West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
4.31 km (2.7 mi) from Columbian Park ZooAccommodates: 8
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very comfortable for our group of 8 adultskitchen essentials and toiletries made it easy to visitthe rooms were nice the common space was large it was close to purdueCleanliness:
really nice clean well appointed placethe house itself was clean and well-maintainedthe house is clean and has plenty of spacethe house was clean spacious and comfortablebathrooms were very clean and stocked with everything you might needHost:
the owner was very responsive to my questionstina is a great hosttina was an extremely good hosttina was a great host we loved staying herewonderful place and great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location quiet street and close to campusthe location is also perfect proximity to campusgreat location as wellgreat location in a quiet neighborhoodcomfortable beds close to campus
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.
West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Columbian Park ZooTop guest reviews
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we used gas grill and pool table for funthere is so much room to spread out and relaxCleanliness:
it was very clean and spaciousfelt very clean comfy and cozy in the whole housebeautifully finished and sparkling clean jason offered second-to-none communicationthe place is spotless and very comfortablethis is a beautiful clean homeHost:
great job to the ownersjason was very responsive and easy to work withadditionally jason is very responsive to emailscommunication from the host was easy and all expectations were methost is great and answer right away for any concernsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is ideal if you need to get to purdue campusgreat location very quiet perfect for familiesnewly remodeled well furnished and a great locationthe location was in safe neighborhood and the house was well cared for and cleanfor people coming to graduation this place is at the heart of everything and easy access to purdue
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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