Vacation rentals with beach access in County Galway

Great little spot. Short walk to a lovely beach, so peaceful and pretty. We were going to a wedding at the Connemara Coast hotel and it was a great base to do some further exploring from. Friendly and helpful hosts!

Perfect place to stay in Galway for our family. Great location and all the amenities we needed.

Great location right in the heart of Galway — easy walking distance to lots of restaurants, pubs, and the waterfront. The apartment was clean and convenient for exploring the city. It can get a bit loud in the evenings due to nearby pubs and restaurants, but that’s expected for such a central spot. Overall, a great place to stay if you want to be close to the action!

Irish hospitality at its best. Our hosts were lovely, bringing us freshly laid eggs most days and usually around at the end of the day for a friendly chat. The location was great, we loved our evening strolls along the beach. We hope to return someday.

The location and view were breathtaking - looking out over Fanore beach, nestled against the hills of the Burren. John was flexible and quick to respond. Pet friendly & a small shop + bar nearby. Will stay there again soon. 10/10 would recommend. A true taste of the real Ireland.

Everything worked great and the location is great. The view is better than in the pictures! We even got extra milk. Glad to come back!

Had a wonderful time staying at Helen’s place, cannot say enough good things about it! It’s a lovely, well equipped, and very private two bedroom condo, with an incredible view over the water. It’s right off the center of Clifden, and an easy walk to everything the town has to offer. And it’s easy to drive off to all of the places you’ll want to visit in Connemara, if you can tear yourself away. Helen was very responsive and super friendly, even to the point of standing outside to flag me down as I walked by! And with them living just above (although you hear nothing!), you feel there’s help nearby should you need it. The description was spot on, and Helen was very clear about the condo being down a long flight of stairs from the street. We recommend Helen’s Airbnb very highly, and hope to stay there again soon!

Great place and close to lots of places to see and eat. Will definitely stay again.

If your in Galway, Gillian's is a great place to stay. Quite neighborhood. Parking for two cars. We were all surprised and excited for the snacks she had for us. Very responsive which is nice when your visiting a new country. We had a beautiful stay and when we come back we would definitely stay here again.

This may have been the house that made us want to move to Ireland. The cottage is gorgeous and right next door to the very kind Sophia who welcomed us with several treats and gave great recommendations for what to see. We loved Kylemore Abbey and the easy access to nearby beaches, particular'y Dog's Bay Beach. Roundstone and Clifden offered nice pubs and cafes. And there was nothing better than returning to the cottage that is so tastefully decorated and that has a huge eat in kitchen, really nice living room with fireplace, and a visiting cat named Bandit. I could not recommend it more!

Tom Jacks is in a stunning, peaceful, location with beautiful coastal views. We even spotted Dolphins, whilst eating breakfast outside! The decking area is spacious and comfortable outdoor furniture is provided,along with a BBQ. Inside, the house is very clean and quite spacious, with a log burner for cosy evenings. (Plenty of logs provided) The house is well situated for drives to the local beaches and surrounding area. Letterfrack has a good supermarket. We wouldn’t hesitate in returning in the future.

We fell in love with the Gatehouse immediately. The pictures actually don't do it justice - the kitchen blew us away as we stepped into it. The place was spotless clean and such a warm reception with the fire on and fresh cut bread available in the kitchen. It is the little things that make a difference and Rod has a great attention to detail. The location is ideal with a short hop to the village the the beach access to the rear of the house. Rod is a super host and we will definitely be booking the Gatehouse again for another stay in the very near future. Thanks again! Stephen Maguire

House is beautiful and very comfortable! All the amenities we need and super clean. The view and surrounding scenery are amazing. We walked 3 1/2 miles to town on Sky road each morning and saw donkeys, Connemara ponies, jack rabbits and pheasants. Wonderful restaurants in town. Great hike up Diamond Hill in nearby National Park and swam in ocean at beautiful Dog’s beach. Amazing place for a relaxing and fun vacation!

We booked this magnificent home for a portion of our family to attend a vow renewal in the area, and it was everything that we hoped for. With four bedrooms, two living rooms, a huge kitchen and eating space, and gorgeous grounds - the entire group was able to stay comfortably, and enjoy cooking and sharing meals together, without being on top of each other. The furnishings are also very well done. Anne and Maree were extremely helpful, and always available to answer questions. I can highly recommend this listing to others.

I can't recommend Redmond and Sheila's place enough. It sits on the edge of the beautiful Galway Bay, and the daily view of the water, the quiet setting, and the delightful town of Spiddal is just a five-minute walk away. It feels like a welcoming family home with the intimacy and graciousness of a place well-loved and respected by its owners. A fully stocked kitchen, cozy setting, and furnishings, and comprehensive area recommendations from Redmond made this property so welcoming that we wanted to stay forever. Redmond was very responsive with all of our questions, and we felt like we were honored family friends coming to stay. It was one of our favorite Airbnb's of all time, and we would definitely stay here again!

Our stay was absolutely lovely. The location is remote, yet within 15 minutes of a village with great pubs. The cottage was exactly as described and the views on the walk suggested to us were breathtaking. If you are looking for a peaceful place with excellent hosts, you should book this immediately!

Lovely place a few minutes walk to a handful of great pubs and restaurants. Apartment was clean and well stocked with extra towels, etc. Great communication from Fiona prior to our stay which included lots of useful suggestions on things to do and places to see in the area.

Nice apartment, comfortable, 2 bedrooms with good beds and a parking. Would recommand to people going in Galway.

We had a lovely stay at Allen’s place. It was spotlessly clean and had great space for our group of 6. It is rural, but the perfect location for visiting Galway, Doolin and the Cliffs of Moher. Kinvara was a fabulous town. We especially enjoyed M. Green pub, the PierHead restaurant and Wild Beans coffee shop - all excellent recommendations from Alan. Alan was incredibly responsive and helpful. We would stay again

Me, my cousin and his two young sons stayed at Gail and Antoine's house in Garmna, right in the middle of the islands in Connemara. We had a warm welcome from the first day not only from Gail and Antoine but also from their neighbors. The house was veryclean, comfortable and beautifully furnished. The bedrooms were to a high standard and the place was veryconvenient for the fishery, our reason for coming. Antoine was extremely generous with his time and advice. We loved the pool table in the evening. The atmosphere was always relaxed and welcoming. I highly recommend anyone who would like a trulyIrish experience in beautiful Connemara. We will undoubtedly be back!

Great place to stay, location is pleasant and a short car trip to the city. Paulind responded immediatly to our requests and was there to greet us when we arrived. Would absolutely recommend this place.

With our two small children (2.5 and 4 years old) we spent a longer stay in Mary's flat and would have loved to stay even longer! The location of the flat is perfect and offers an incredible amount within walking distance: the sea, many restaurants, pubs and shops are just around the corner. The view of the sea from the living room is fantastic... Check in and communication were also smooth and Mary responded to questions immediately. We will have fond memories of our time in Salthill...

I was looking for a quiet and yet beautiful spot to relax . Matthew's place was above and beyond my expectations. I was arriving on my own in Spiddal for the first time and a bit worried about finding the apartment and getting in. Matthew gave me detailed information and pictures of entering the apartment.. It couldn't have been easier!! And so secure. The apartment itself is beautiful. I felt so at home. The views and walks are hard to describe in words, so lovely. People in Spiddal are extremely welcoming. Groceries, pubs and the bus are a few steps away. In a few words, I can't wait to go back and definitely hope I can stay at the apartment. My home away from home. Thanks Matthew!!

Great location to explore Galway and Connemara. Beach in walking distance. Absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful apartment. The space is light and airy with high ceilings. It was sparklingly clean and very well equipped with everything you would need for a comfortable stay. Lovely extra touches with toiletries and milk in the fridge , even a delicious chocolate cake ! Nothing was too much trouble . Mairead communicated with us before and during our stay , giving us lots of information and checking that everything was ok. On arrival Mairead was there to welcome us and show us around the apartment. She and her husband even organised for a car mechanic to come and check some concerns we had with our hire car ! Just wish we could have stayed longer . Would highly recommend!