Title: Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42520000/42515600/42515567/21b1e41f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42520000/42515600/42515567/0a279fea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42520000/42515600/42515567/w1024h695x0y72-8349732a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42520000/42515600/42515567/0c40589f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42520000/42515600/42515567/edf1b110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room provides everything that you need. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities £174 includes taxes & fees 30 Sept - 1 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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. ## 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property House Belclare House Private vacation home House Private vacation home Belclare Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room ## About the area Tuam is home to this holiday home. Hackett Castle and Claregalway Castle are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Quay Street and Galway Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Galway Race Course or Ballinrobe Races. 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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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tuam-Hotels-Galways-CastleHacket-House-Friar-Room.h42515567.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room located? > Situated in Tuam, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Hackett Castle and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Tuam Library. Claregalway Castle and Shanbally Marina are also within 16 miles (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Galway's CastleHacket House Friar Room Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren S. 20 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Lauren S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lois B. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our hosts were wonderful. Aiden was so personable and a wealth of information. We didn’t see Joyce so much, but her work in the kitchen was exceptional. I tried the yoga room (like no other!) but there wasn’t a class while I was there. The grounds are beautiful ![The yoga studio](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/19b474b0-085a-46b6-b090-61383b47e656-1753209267751.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![The approach](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/98255b9b-a538-4c68-b12d-2ea5101e4244-1753209265408.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lois B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025