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Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room

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Interior
Exterior
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1 bedroom
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

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Explore the area

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Belclare, County Galway
  • Hackett Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Eyre Square
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Quay Street
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West)

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About the neighborhood

Tuam

This vacation home places you 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Hackett Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Hackett Castle - 4 min drive - 0.4 miles
  • Eyre Square - 37 min drive - 24.1 miles
  • Quay Street - 38 min drive - 24.5 miles
  • Ashford Castle - 40 min drive - 22.2 miles
  • University of Galway - 40 min drive - 26.1 miles

Getting around

  • Athenry Station - 34 min drive
  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leaf and Bean Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Galway Roast - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The West Wing Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Reapy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Bar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room

CastleHacket House, steeped in Irish History. Built in 1703 by John Kirwan Mayor of Galway, the house is surrounded by nature and is very quiet and peaceful. Join in one of our "quiet "Yoga Classes, hike Connemara, stroll Knockma Woods, explore the lakes - world Famous for brown Trout fishing, or simply relax in the beautiful Park and Gardens.

Looking out and towards Knockma Hill, the Friar's Room recalls the name of a famous horse owned by the Kirwan Family. He was the talk of the racing community in Galway. In a gallant and magnificent effort he won a particularly historic race. For John and Mary Kirwan, this was a race that literally saved the family from ruin and launched the Kirwan name to rest evenly and fairly in Galway history.

With the aspect of Knockma watching serenely, the ensuite room with its sleigh bed and furnishings invites you to relax within the Hidden History of Rural Ireland. Enjoy the shared sound of silence and the reminders of where our own histories dwell.
The vacation home features a separate bedroom.

Property manager

Joyce McDonagh

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
House Belclare
House Private vacation home
House Private vacation home Belclare
Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Tuam, close to Hackett Castle.

How much does it cost to stay at Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room?

As of Jun 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room on Jun 27, 2025 start from $202.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Knock (NOC-Ireland West), which is about 29.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room.

Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Filled with History!

We stayed for two nights and had a lovely, peaceful time. The food was delicious, prepared by Joyce, and we got a ton of advice and insight about the area and Ireland in general from Aidan. They were very friendly and welcoming, and the house and grounds are gorgeous and steeped in Irish history. If we ever come back to Tuam, we'd happily stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023