Galway is great craic all year round but the place comes alive in the summer months.
Pints outdoors, chilling by the Spanish Arch, live music on every street – the city has a buzz like no other when the sun comes out, making it the perfect spot for an Irish staycation.
Airbnb is always a handy option, especially if you’re going away in a group.
Here’s our pick of some of the best apartments and houses you and the gang can hit up in Galway this summer.
Central townhouse
Sleeps four/ €150 per night
Simple and stylish, this place is just minutes from Shop Street and will make the perfect base to explore the city from.
Bargain two-bed
Sleeps six/ €120 per night
Yes, this apartment is a 2.5k walk outside the city centre but for this price you couldn’t go far wrong.
Rooftop views
Sleeps five/ €169 per night
Fab decor and located right next to Eyre Square – but the biggest draw is the roof.
Stylish and affordable
Sleeps five/ €149 a night
Centrally located and ultra modern, plus the homeowners even offer to give guests tips on where to go and what to do.
Penthouse by the harbour
Sleeps six/ €169 per night
Soak up the evening sun on your balcony before heading out in the city’s Latin Quarter.
All prices for one-night stay on 8 June. Prices exclude cleaning and service fees.