Most itineraries to Australia would include Melbourne, the country’s cultural capital. The country’s second-largest city, Melbourne has a thriving art and culture scene; but what gets its heart beating is sports. The city has hosted several major international sporting extravaganzas, including the Australian Open and Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Amid all this hubbub lies the suburb of Essendon, tucked away 4.9 miles (8 kilometers) northwest of the city center. The quiet suburb has the Maribyrnong River Trail to its southwest and the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail to its east and north. Start planning your trip to this charming suburb getaway by checking out the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Essendon, Australia.
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 April 24, 2025.
1. Newly furnished period home with play equipment (from USD 681)
If you’re traveling with kids, then this rental is for you. With a trampoline, sandpit, swing set, and slide, this rental doubles as a playground where your kids can keep busy. There’s plenty of space in this three-bedroom Edwardian home with a lounge and a fully equipped kitchen.
Cafes, restaurants, and parks are all within walking distance from the property, allowing you to save time and energy. If you want to explore further, the tram and train are both 12 minutes away on foot while the city is 6.2 miles (10 kilometers) away. Foreign guests will be delighted to know that Tullamarine Airport is only 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) away.
Essendon, Victoria, Australia
1.94 km (1.2 mi) from Queens ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
host is lovely & very promptshe is friendly and welcomingantarcia was a fantastic host she was always able to help us out with any questions we hadshe is a great host quick with communications and nothing is too much troubleantarcia was a very responsive host very thoughtful and helpful with our requestsLocation:
the location is fantastic with only a short walk to tramsamazing place in a great locationnice location to stay in melbournelocation of the property is within minutes of two great shopping centres and many public play groundsantarcia's place is in a great locationCleanliness:
very clean house super communicationwe really appreciated the clean cosy environment and friendly experienceit was clean with great facilitiesantarcia's house is very clean and in a nice quiet neighbourhoodher house was clean and user friendly with great amenitiesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great kitchen (no dishwasher) super comfy couch & lovely warm cosy house in a great areafunctional 3 bedroom 2 bathroom house close to amenities with great facilities for the kids out backwe had a nice two week stay at antarcia’s place and found it to be cosy and comfortableantarcia made our stay as streamline and comfortable as possiblea nice bbq area with table to enjoy
2. Comfortable apartment in the heart of Essendon (from USD 115)
Located right in the center of Essendon, this comfortable two-bedroom apartment has all the necessary establishments within reach. It’s a short 0.2 miles (0.4 kilometers) from Glenbervie station, where you can take the train and start your exploration. Local trams, parks, cafés, and restaurants are all nearby.
The home is bright and clean with large bedrooms and ample wardrobe space for a comfortable stay. You can cook meals in the fully equipped kitchen and enjoy them in the ambient, private back garden. Fur babies are welcome here, too!
Essendon, Victoria, Australia
2.03 km (1.3 mi) from Queens ParkAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
host is very responsivemark was a wonderful hostwill definitely stay here again hosts were accommodating and such lovely peopleLocation:
great location for great valuewalking distance to coles and a great park for kidsgreat place in a great location easily accessible to the airportexcellent location close to parks and shopsexcellent location in a quiet street with lovely walk through the park to the shops and cafesCleanliness:
clean comfy easy check inthe place was very cleanthoughtfully equipped and beautifully clean and well maintainedwonderful clean and easy to access propertythe place was clean and had everything we neededRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
lots of thought has gone into the stay to make it more comfortable
3. Guest suite with a private deck (from USD 61)
This self-contained guest suite is ideal for two people. It’s equipped with all the necessary amenities and comes with an 18-square meter (194-square foot) private deck. Nestled in a quiet tree-lined street, the property is a short two-minute walk from various shops, restaurants, and salons, and a mere 0.1 mile (0.3 kilometers) from Strathmore train station. If you’re a horse racing buff, drop by Moonee Valley Racing Club and Flemington Race Course which are in the vicinity.
Essendon, Victoria, Australia
2.12 km (1.4 mi) from Queens ParkAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
hosts are lovely and welcomingwhat a great host mick isbig shout out to mick himself for being such a friendly and welcoming hosthosts are very welcoming and respond quickly to any questions you may havenice place and good hostLocation:
conveniently located a short stroll from the station (and cute cafe)also it was great location with public transport and shops near bymick and lisa have a great place at a great locationgreat cosy place to stay very close to public transporthas everything you need perfect neighborhood and close to the train into the cityCleanliness:
very clean and the communication was fabulousplace was lovely clean and well equippedmick’s place is very clean and comfortablehigh standard of cleanliness and a great value for moneyspacious clean and great amenitiesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
parking on the street was easy and the 2 heaters were incredibly handy with the chilly melbourne nightsenormous tv which i enjoyed as well as sitting out the back to soak up the sunshinelovely neighbourhood well equipped amazing huge tv comfy stay and private
4. Chic and minimalist one-bedroom apartment (from USD 110)
If you appreciate minimalist design, then you’ll love this stylish and modern one-bedroom apartment. It sleeps two but can easily accommodate a third guest for a fee. It’s pet-friendly, too! Essendon Village Shopping Centre is a short walk away and is ideal for stocking up on essentials.
Racecourses and Woodlands Park are nearby, so whether you’re looking for an adrenaline rush or a relaxing day out, you’re covered. The property is 8.6 miles (13.8 kilometers) from the central business district which can be reached easily via the CityLink Freeway.
Essendon, Victoria, Australia
2.34 km (1.5 mi) from Queens ParkAccommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
Host:
reception were friendly efficient and very helpful thank youvery friendly receptiongrate staff very friendly and welcoming grate locationit was booked for a work event and allowed great flexibility for the staff membernice location staff were great to communicate withLocation:
great stay and great location :)good location close to airport spacious apartmentlocation above an awesome restaurantthe place was good and the location was greatnice affordable bnb in a great locationCleanliness:
thai whole place is clean and the check in process is smoothlarge bathroom clean facilitieseasy check in clean and large apartmentnice clean space easy check in processvery neat and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
lovely room with awesome balconycouch incredibly uncomfortable but otherwise a nice and spacious apartmenti had a long stay here and was very impressed with everything from check in to convenience of facilities
5. Modern rental unit with private courtyard
This one-bedroom rental unit sleeps two, sports modern décor, and comes with a fenced courtyard. It’s in a safe neighborhood and conveniently located. There’s a bus stop right outside the unit from where you can take a five-minute bus ride to Essendon train station. A café and other restaurants are just 0.06 miles (0.1 kilometers) away. It’s close to the riverfront where you can go for a daily jog or walk.
Essendon, Victoria, Australia
1.91 km (1.2 mi) from Queens ParkAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
simon was a great host; he was responsive and really accommodatingLocation:
great stay near to bus stationperfect location for our visit with short walk to tram or train to get to citygreat location to get to the airport and moonee valley race trackexactly as described in a great locationcheck in was easy simon was easily contactable and the location was perfectCleanliness:
simon’s unit clean and quiet5 accomodation very comfortable and clean apartmentsimon's place was amazing easy to find exactly as described very clean and spacious apartmentlovely place clean very close to great restaurants and top communicationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
very cool comfortable decor with all amenities fully kitted out kitchen and great living dining spacecomfortable quiet and well equipped unit with all mod consspacious and comfortable with all the mod-consa spacious unit that had everything we needed and made for a very comfortable stay
6. Private room in an artistically decorated home
This vacation rental is perfect for solo travelers or couples. You’ll stay in a creatively decorated private bedroom with a comfortable queen-sized bed. A shared workspace is available to you. Guests have access to the fully equipped kitchen, lounge, bathroom, and backyard.
Tram and train stations are within walking distance, as are establishments such as cafés, restaurants, parks, and a mall. You can also hit the gym at Essendon Football Ground, which is a five-minute walk away.
Essendon, Victoria, Australia
766 meters (0.5 ft) from Queens ParkAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Location:
in a great location close to shops and transportRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the accommodation is nice and clean with good facilities
7. Cozy one-bedroom apartment
Location is important when considering vacation rentals, and that’s something this one-bedroom apartment boasts. It’s within walking distance from public transport options such as the tram and train, as well as from cafés and restaurants. Whether you’re looking for conveniently located accommodations or a place where all the essentials are supplied, this place is ideal.
The apartment is clean and comfortable with all the necessary amenities such as a washer and a fully equipped kitchen. The hosts even provide breakfast!
Essendon, Victoria, Australia
854 meters (0.6 ft) from Queens ParkAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
steph was a great hostthank you for being an amazing hoststeph was the best host i have ever hadsteph is a warm & friendly host who went that extra mile to make me feel at homesteph was so welcoming and accommodatingLocation:
great location for where we needed to belovely place in a great locationcozy and comfortable place shops in walking distance and 10 minute drive from cbdit is close to shops and it’s easy to get on the freeway from her placeabsolutely stay here steph has a gorgeous apartment so close to shops and transportCleanliness:
very clean tidy and cosythe apartment was very clean and well stockclean comfortable and easy to findvery comfortable clean & convenient accommodationthe apartment is clean and comfortable to stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the living room is roomy and comfy and has an excellent little balcony providing greena comfortable place to stay and steph goes the extra milewe had a enjoyable stay at steph’s appartment i found it very comfortable & clean
8. Bright and airy two-bedroom apartment
This monochrome two-bedroom apartment on the first floor features a bright, sunlit interior. It has a well-furnished kitchen and laundry facilities. You can easily reach the central business district as multiple public transport options are nearby. It’s only a 5-minute walk to the tram station and 10 minutes to the train station.
Cafés and restaurants are close by, as is Woodlands Park. Shop to your heart’s content at DFO Essendon which is just a six-minute drive away.
Essendon, Victoria, Australia
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Queens ParkAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
Host:
host was very supportive and responded quicklyandrew is a great host and i recommend his place for your staygood communication with the host throughout our staygreat communication and accommodation of our request to drop luggage early from the hostandrew is a great communicator very friendly and kindLocation:
great location close to shops and the airportgreat location walking distance to shops and parkeasy walking distance to transportthe location is perfectneat place only 10 minutes from the airportCleanliness:
great communication and tidy apartmentneat and clean housevery clean and everything providedkept very clean and was welcomingvery clean and tidy would certainly recommendRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
for the price paid you would expect to have simple things like wifi and proper sheetswe did have a great family time without wi-fiapartment was spotless - the best i’ve ever stayed at on air b n bthanks a lot for the comfortable stay andrew
Essendon beckons...take your pick!
Melbourne is a vibrant and diverse cosmopolitan melting pot. It’ll embrace and welcome you no matter your interests and preferences. The Melbourne suburb of Essendon is no different. With good food, walkable spots, and beautiful accommodations, it’s sure to give you a great stay! Book one of these Airbnb vacation rentals in Essendon, Australia, to start your great Melbourne experience.
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