If you’re staying at a bed and breakfast in Galway, plan a day trip to Tuam, a town in Ireland that also happens to be the second-largest in the country of Galway. It is approximately 35 km (22 miles) from Galway City, the hub of the area. Tuam has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, as it became more and more important in the 11th and 12th centuries as a political and religious apex of Ireland. The town has a market-based layout that showcases how important commerce is to it. Highlights of the town include churches, cathedrals, and castles–a testament to its prowess in the past. You can truly take a step back in time in this gorgeously charming old world of Tuam. And while you’re here, make sure you opt for accommodation that can cater to your needs. Scroll down and choose from our compiled list of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Tuam, 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 February 03, 2024.
1. Contemporary, well-lit designer home (from USD 186)
Stay at this modern house for rent in Tuam offering a comfortable and inviting ambiance. The living room is tastefully furnished with a cozy two-seater sofa and a tea table, perfectly positioned to face the warm fireplace, creating a delightful spot to relax and unwind. Entertainment is at your fingertips with a TV equipped with Netflix and WiFi, ensuring you stay connected and enjoy your favorite shows.
The fully equipped kitchen awaits your culinary adventures, making meal preparation a breeze. As you ascend to the upper floor of this two-story house, you’ll find two well-appointed bedrooms, a dressing room, and a bathroom. Embrace the contemporary charm of this townhouse, where modern amenities and thoughtful design come together to offer a stylish and comfortable stay.
Tuam, County Galway, IrelandSuperhostAccommodates: 4
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the tv streaming services and wifi were easy to connect to and worked greatvery good apartment ì top level furniture any services needed was theregreat shower pressure and fully kitted out kitchenbeds were like new spacious and comfyCleanliness:
clean homely and comfortableeverthing you need really clean and the most comfy bedsthe house was clean comfortable and modernbeautiful house clean comfotablelovely stay very tidy and clean and felt very homelyHost:
the home is easy to find and the host provided very clear check in directionsjacinta is a great hostexcept a lovely host who reply’s quicklyjacinta was a great host very responsive and super helpfulthe perfect house and hostRead more reviewsLocation:
comfortable and ideal locationlocation is very convenient as wellthe place was close to the motorway so very easy access to various areasperfect location for visiting the west of irelandreally nice and central place to everywhere
2. Lavender Mews (from USD 116)
Book a stay at Lavender Mews - a modern and inviting Airbnb accommodation in Tuam with a touch of coziness. The living room is thoughtfully furnished to provide comfort, offering the perfect spot to unwind. Enjoy your favorite shows on the TV with Netflix or stay connected with WiFi while preparing lavish meals in the fully equipped kitchen. Relax and destress in the bathroom with a high-pressure shower, providing a rejuvenating experience.
Step outside onto the patio, adorned with a charming French-style courtyard, creating a serene outdoor space to enjoy. Conveniently located within walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Lavender Mews offers a variety of dining options at your fingertips. Parking is a breeze with private off-street parking, ensuring a seamless and stress-free stay at this delightful home.
Tuam, County Galway, IrelandAccommodates: 2
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the place was just like the pictures everything very clean and organizedRead more reviewsLocation:
a lovely place to stay with everything you could need and very close to town
3. A spacious, quiet, and comfortable home (from USD 34)
If you’re looking to explore the beautiful area of West Ireland, this is a great place to stay in Tuam, Ireland. It is well-served by bus routes and motorways that connect it to neighboring towns. It is also well within walking distance to Tuam’s best restaurants and pubs, its town park, and a swimming center. Parking options are also available for guests with cars. Being in a quiet and friendly neighborhood, this is a great chance for you to unwind and go back to nature!
Tuam, County Galway, IrelandAccommodates: 5
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room was clean tidy and comfortablethis is a nice clean house and john is a friendly hostHost:
pleasant accommodation host friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic place to stay in tuam
4. Galway country experience (from USD 54)
This private room for rent in Tuam, Ireland, is a convenient 30 minutes away from Galway city. It is bright, clean, and airy and has one double bed and one single bed. Additional facilities can be provided for extra guests. Do note that cooking facilities are not available. It is one hour away from Knock Airport and one and a half hours away from Shannon Airport. Be comfortably nestled in the Galway countryside with this accommodation–Tuam is also just a short drive away. Whether you’re here for the wonders of Galway’s nature or the hype and buzz of its festivities, this is a great rental option for you!
Tuam, County Galway, IrelandAccommodates: 4
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lovely room complete with tea/coffeethe room was very comfortable and had all the amenities neededphotos do not do the room justicethe room is quite spacious and looks like the photosthe airbnb room had many thoughtful little touches like the tea teacups and kettle in the roomCleanliness:
everything was clean and nicevery clean calm and niceroom was very clean private and comfortableamazing ensuite clean and romanticvery nice place clean and tidyHost:
lovely home and discreet hosthelpful host who made it all easylovely place very comfortable geraldine is a great hostgeraldine is a wonderful host who made us feel welcome while also respecting our privacyexcellent host and superb place to stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great place good location very comfortable bedswe were able to experience the relaxing farm location while being only 30-45min from galway city centergeraldine is the host of a beautiful location that's close to galway and shannon airportvery nice place in the countrysidea cosy place to stay in the countryside of ireland with a super friendly host
5. Artists' cottage in a peaceful village
This unique accommodation is a reconstructed stone farm cottage a 10-minute walk away from local shops, a community center, and a church. It is a 10-minute drive from Tuam and 40 minutes from Galway city. The cottage is a true sight to behold: a modern timber-framed building that retains the character of the original building with some additional architectural features. The kitchen is fully-equipped with amenities such as a dishwasher, washing machine, and microwave oven, and the house has a lovely garden with great views. Soak it all in!
6. Spacious, bright, and comfortable home
This is a spacious family home that comes with a lovely garden. It is surrounded by lush peaceful nature and just two km (1.24 miles) from the nearest town. The kitchen and sitting room are bright and spacious and the house has timber floors throughout. The kitchen is also well-equipped with multiple amenities. Such a clean and welcoming house is truly hard to find, so hurry and book away!
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
7. Bright bedroom central to Tuam
This is a great place to rent! It is a spacious house in a nice and family-friendly area that is central to Tuam. Galway city is just 30 minutes by bus, and there are facilities in the area such as a park, a leisure center, and a shopping center. There are also restaurants and shops for you to settle your meals and buy necessities from! You’ll never run out of options here, and the location of this space makes it easy to get around the area. Wi-Fi and toiletries are provided, so you can book away with peace of mind.
Tuam, Galway, Ireland
8. Quiet country hideaway
Fancy a country getaway? Make this your place to stay! This is a two-bedroom apartment that is warm and cosy no matter the time of the year. It was just recently refurbished, so everything is as good as new. There are parking options at the front for guests with cars. Accommodating five guests with two bedrooms, it is a great option for small families and groups of friends. Nearby, there are restaurants, shops, and bars so entertainment will not be a hassle. Enjoy the serene country setting with this beautiful house that comes with kitchen facilities, Wi-Fi, and an outdoor area!
Tuam, County Galway, IrelandTop guest reviews
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plenty of room and super comfortableCleanliness:
very nice clean and comfortable placeRead more reviewsLocation:
this is a perfect location for the trips we wanted to makevery nice house very quiet and well equiped
9. Comfortable double room a in clean and spacious home
This is a clean and comfortable home in a quiet area in Tuam. It is within walking distance to local restaurants and bars in the town center, making its location fantastic! Galway city is just 30 minutes away and there is easy motorway access to the nearby counties. Wi-Fi and toiletries are provided and there are heating facilities. This is a great accommodation option for the price!
Tuam, County Galway, IrelandTop guest reviews
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amply guest space & privacy if needed with breakfast being a great bonuswe felt very welcome and our room was perfectthe bed was super comfortablewe had a good quiet night in the room with a comfortable bedCleanliness:
clean and cosyclean comfortable with super friendly hostshosts beautifully clean home short walk to town great value for moneyHost:
jon & claire were excellent hostsjon and claire were very thoughtful hostsjon and claire were very good hostsjon is a welcoming host with a lovely homejon and his wife were very nice hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great value & location was convenient for a night out in tuam
10. Home with a view
Accommodating five guests, this is a house with three bedrooms available. There is also a well-stocked kitchen, two living rooms, a TV, and a washing machine with a dryer. The house is conveniently located just a seven-minute drive from the famous Knock Ma Hill and its lovely walking paths. The house itself is spacious and also has its own garden. Both Tuam and Galway city are nearby so getting around will be easy!
County Galway, IrelandAccommodates: 6
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ann marie is super nice made sure that we had breakfast and wifi and gave us local tipsthere was no wifi available but the place was great and the house was clean and roomyCleanliness:
the house itself was clean and quite largethe house is spacious clean and beautifully decoratedHost:
she was very kind and availableawesome house and lovely hostgreat home to stay in with a very professional and helpful hostann marie is a fantastic hostann marie is an amazing host her bubbly personality makes you feel right at homeRead more reviewsLocation:
very peaceful and pretty locationthe place is very calm and well situated to visit galway and the connemaraa relaxing place to beplace very nice big and quietvery warm friendly quiet place in the real ireland stone walls and the grass is green
11. Marie's place
Marie’s homestay is a private room in a bungalow that is 10 km (6 miles) away from both Tuam and Headford. It is also near Galway City and Knock Airport. There is a new motorway that makes driving from the airport easier. The surroundings of the bungalow are rural and scenic, so lovers of nature can rejoice! There is a wooded hill walk nearby, where you might even be able to spot fairies. The room is spacious and comes with a private bathroom equipped with both a bath and a walk-in shower. During your time there, you can also use the kitchen if needed. Breakfast is included, so go ahead and make yourself feel at home!
Accommodates: 4
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the room and ensuite where impeccable in comfort and amenitiesthe breakfast was amazing with lots of choices and gave a good start to the daybreakfast is an incredible amount of food options all deliciousrooms were very comfortable and warmbeds were so comfortableCleanliness:
the rooms /house were immaculate clean and presentedthe place is spotlessly clean warm luxurious surroundings and fantastic breakfastbeautiful stylish sparkling cleanour room was cozy and impeccably clean with use of a private living roomit's like a dream house very clean and comfortable lovely breakfastHost:
marie and her husband were wonderful hostswonderful accommodation and a very welcoming hostmarie and her husband very kind peoplebeautiful house wonderful hosts truly lovely experiencemarie is so kind and careful and talkableRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is very scenic and beautiful and belclare is also very close to tuam and galwaythe location is great too very convenient especially to explore the connemara national park areavery quiet place and shops restaurants are very close as wellmarie's place is the best and most unique b &b you'll ever findif you have the luck to stay at marie place you truly have found a rare find
12. The Sylaun House
Make yourself at home here at this beautiful house! It is a country residence with secure parking, located near various sports amenities and cycle routes–for those adventurous at heart. It is a 30-minute drive from Galway city and just five minutes from the city center of Tuam. The international airports of Knock and Shannon are a 45-minute and one and a half-hour drive away, respectively. From this location, you can easily get to other towns in the area as well. The room is bright and spacious and you can relax by the fire when you wish to!
County Galway, IrelandAccommodates: 4
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warm welcome and excellent roomCleanliness:
it was very clean and the rooms were quite bigjohn offers a nice and tidy accommodation with a clean and modern bathroomroom for improvement with the bedroom itself and the level of cleanliness in the bathvery clean accommodating and great hospitalitythe house is wonderful clean and very spaciousHost:
host was very good toojohn was a very thoughtful hostjohn is a very nice hostjohn is a very nice hostjohn is a great host who responded promptly to all our requestsRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location for visiting the galway areawonderful place to stay not far from tuamvery quiet location and hope i will return in the futureit was the perfect base for us as we wanted to be close to kilclonlyexcellent house good place to stay
Time to relax in Tuam
Whether you stay at an Airbnb in Claregalway and visit Tuam for a day trip or decide to spend your entire holiday here, with its old-world charms, it’s almost impossible to come to Tuam and not feel relaxed and at ease. Book one of these accommodation options, and you’re on your way to a good old holiday.
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