You can list a hundred and one reasons for traveling to Europe. This continent that is a melting pot of cultures, languages, architecture, history, and cuisine must be in everyone’s travel plans. Start planning for that European vacation. You can also explore different European countries via multi-day rail tours. Enjoy the snow-topped peaks of the Swiss Alps, visit the fjords of Norway, stroll the cosmopolitan cities of Spain, or wander through the art capital Amsterdam. Have an otherworldly experience while seeing the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis in Tromso. Shop until you drop in Italy. Wherever you are in Europe there are choices of the the best vacation rentals for you. Here are the top Airbnbs in Europe you can check out.
1. Rooftop apartment in Belgium with a great view from the balcony (from USD 83)
This place in Ixelles, Bruxelles in Belgium is a modern rooftop-loft apartment. It is suitable for traveling individuals or couples who want to stay in a home-like setting. It has a queen-size bed, a separate toilet and bath, and a minimalist kitchen and dining area. It is accessible to public transportation but also walking distance from city center attractions. This location provides a great view of the rooftops of nearby buildings. It has a sky roof and a balcony.
Saint Boniface RooftopIxelles, Bruxelles, BelgiumTop guest reviews
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the little balcony is amazing for breakfast with a viewnice stylish apartment with a great viewthe apartment was lovely it was a rooftop unit so the view was spectacularbeautiful apartment with a lovely terrace and natural light coming through the windowscute small apartment with beautiful rooftop and fantastic viewsCleanliness:
it's clean and moderngreat clean stylish place to stayeverything was cleaned comfortable and well organizedthe apartment was very cleanvery safe and cleanHost:
jennifer was a great hostvery friendly host and good communicationshe gave very helpful directions from the train station and was very responsiveher mother met us with the key and was beyond friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
good location with great bakeries and cafes near byit’s very close to public transportation but also close enough to the city center attractions to walkthe location was great walking distance to all the siteslocation is great short walk to the center of town & tons of restaurants & shopping aroundthe location was perfect and everything was only about a 15 minute walk
2. Warm and spacious apartment in Avignon with classic decor and modern amenities (from USD 65)
You can visit Avignon in south-eastern France and stay in this accommodation that is suitable for families and groups. It is very near the Palais des Papes Avignon and Avignon’s famous bridge called Le célèbre Pont d'Avignon. This apartment combines classic decor and modern amenities. The kitchen is well-equipped and even has a multi-ring stove with oven to cook French cuisine. It has a spacious lounge area with a corner L-shape sofa that doubles as a bed. It has a separate bedroom and a bathroom with bathtub.
N°1 in AVIGNON design quiet AC wifi citycenterAvignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, FranceTop guest reviews
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this is a really beautiful and comfortable space just like in the photoslots of space and amazing kitchenlola has a book with suggestions for everything good a/c nice kitchen comfortable bed for twolola has designed a beautiful space and it is very comfortablevery nice apartment in the town centreCleanliness:
super clean and comfyvery clean and central strongly recommendedit was very clean and comfortablelola’s apartment is beautiful and very cleanthe apartment is clean and well equippedHost:
lola has a great booklet of info that was extremely helpfullola was a great host whom maintained excellent communications from the start till the endvery quick responses from host and our family of three can recommend itlola was an excellent host and was very responsivethis was a great comfortable space and a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location was great and close to train station) the location is great; a close walk to the train station and avignon’s major attractionsperfect apartment in central avignoncomfortable bed walking distance from the train stationwe loved the location
3. Dreamy flat with huge windows in Vienna (from USD 106)
If you are traveling to Vienna, be sure to check into this stylish apartment that’s just a seven-minute walk from the Ober-St. Veit metro station. The floor-to-ceiling windows of this rooftop apartment make the space bright and airy. This awesome spot is nestled in a quaint neighborhood, allowing guests to have a relaxed stay. It is located in a strategic area with stores, parks, and restaurants that are within walking distance. It can accommodate up to four guests.
Sunny apartment near metro station.Vienna, Wien, AustriaTop guest reviews
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a/c in the bedroom was greatthe apartment is incredibly stylish and boasts modern features like amazon prime tvactually apartment was better than photosit is perfect if there is a fan providedthe apartment was very friendly and warm and made a welcome sanctuary from the cold outsideCleanliness:
very clean and nice placevery clean very awesome to seethe place was extremely clean and the bed was so comfortableclaras place is charming in aquiet residential neighborhhood and very clean with nice beddingclara’s flat is a lovely clean and very cool spaceHost:
clara was very helpfulclara (host) is very sweet & helpfulthis is a retreat stunning home has everything you will need amazing hosts and a lot of privacyclara was very nice and hospitablebeautiful place with a great host i would definitely stay here againRead more reviewsLocation:
conveniently located close to the metro (8 minute walk) restaurants and bakeriesmetro station is about a 15-20 minute walk away but the walk is very straightforward and easygreat location with restaurants stores and and shops close bylovely place a bit far from city center but close to metroit is very luminous and neat it’s a 10-minute from the metro station
4. Mini-apartment in Lazio, Rome with porch (from USD 35)
This mini-apartment has a bedroom area with two beds, a full bathroom, a kitchen full of amenities, a minimalist dining area, and a spacious living room. It has a private entrance so you don’t have to worry about going home late at night. It has the essentials – a heater, coffee maker, hairdryer, and iron. When you need to sleep in, just bring down the room-darkening shades. Pets are allowed in this accommodation that has a wide porch. This place is only a 30-minute drive from Leonardo Da Vinci International Airport. A 24-hour Carrefour is also located nearby. Self-check-in is allowed.
Mini House. Take a Siesta on the Hammock on the Huge TerraceRome, Lazio, ItalyTop guest reviews
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the ‘mini’ apartment was wonderfullovely studio room with an amazing balcony - definitely worth staying inwas a wonderful place very clean and comfortable the view from the balcony was amazingthe terrace is very big where you can enjoy your breakfast dinner or a drinkwe had a great short stay at nicola’s apartmentCleanliness:
small apartment clean and friendly communicationvery clean and comfortablethe place is super clean and comfortablethe apartement is clean and very confortablethe bed sheet is just cleanHost:
nicola was a wonderful hostgreat place and great hostnicola is a great host all the informations he gave us were really clearnickolas was a great host very helpfulhe is a very thoughtful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic place cosy vibe and close to romeit was easy to get to and from the metro and had good restaurants close bythe location of the apartment is great toowe liked the lokal neighbourhood a littel away from the busy turist areasit’s a great location to explore rome for a few days
5. Traditional home with sea views in Dubrovnik (from USD 29)
This house tucked in Gorica in Dubrovnik, Croatia boasts of a sea view of Adriatic Sea and accessibility to almost all significant locations in Old Town. The sleeping room is spacious with a double bed and a daybed. Right outside it is the patio where guests lounge while looking at the serene blue sea. It has a full bath with a tub and washer. There are two beaches within walking distance from the apartment. This accommodation also caters to long-term stays.
Marin GoricaDubrovnik, Dubrovačko-neretvanska županija, CroatiaTop guest reviews
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was cozy and comfortable and had a lovely view of the sea from the patiovery well maintained apartment with a sea view bedroom and balcony in the gorica areanice furniture cozy bedthe apartment is well appointed and the view of the sea is absolutely stunningreally crowded the apartment has a lovely view and great facilitiesCleanliness:
cozy clean great showerapartment was very cleanthe apartment was really cleanthe apartment is very clean & has lots of roomit’s spacious clean and cozyHost:
absolutely amazing host and apartmentgreat host who responds quicklyivo is very nice hostvery kind and helpful hostivo was an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is absolutely perfectit is very lovely apartment located in walking distance to old townit is perfectly within walking distance to old town but also really close to nice beachesapartment is close to two nice beaches and ideal location to walk to the old townexcellent location a short and lovely 20 minute walk to the old city
6. Sparkling clean apartment in the heart of Budapest (from USD 25)
This apartment aptly described as one of the best stays in Europe is just a corner away from the famed Hungarian State Opera House and designer stores. It has a minibar and dining area where guests can eat, drink, or chat. Right behind the bar is the kitchen area. There are two beds available – one in the far end of the living room and another one in the upper loft. It has a spacious bathroom with a large mirror. The living room area is bright while the sleeping area has mood lighting to help guests relax. It has a private entrance and a lift.
On the Broadway of BudapestBudapest, HungaryTop guest reviews
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great fast wifibeds are comfortable with nice linen etc fully equipped - tv washing machine etc great locationit can get hot but the fans definitely helpthe apartment has all amenities and i would definitely recommend to book apartments from this hostthis cosy comfortable apartment was perfect for our 3 night stay in budapestCleanliness:
clean and nice place to stayplace was very clean and comfythe place was spotless and very comfortablewe had a great stay apartment was clean and as picturedeverything is clean inside although the building is pretty oldHost:
the host is very niceahmed is a great hostahmed and krizstina are great hoststhe hosts are wonderful and responsiveahmed and krisztina were very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is very goodwalking distance to attractions and many convenient shop aroundfantastic location very comfortable apartmenti liked the locationthe location was fab too - close to bars/restaurants and a fairly short walk to the river
7. Brand-new studio in Madrid located right across a museum (from USD 38)
When in Madrid, Spain, check into this brand-new studio apartment that is conveniently located in Puerta de Atocha. This studio is right in the city center but the noise outside in the streets won’t be a bother to your stay because of the sound-proof windows. Located within the vicinity of this historic neighborhood are cafes, museums, churches, markets, restaurants, and transportation terminals. The bedroom design combines modern and classic with white walls and the cobbled brick accents. This place is right across Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía that houses Spain’s 20th-century art.
*Studio Centre-Live-In Atocha-WiFi,A/C *Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, SpainTop guest reviews
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the apartment had air conditioning and elevator which is always awesome to have in europevery quiet for sleeping and comfortable soft bedthe apartment was squeaky clean and the amenities were so helpfulgreat apartment with everything as picturedCleanliness:
clean and cozy spacevery clean and stylishthe apartment was spotless and excellent and responsive communication from javierclean and good value for moneythe space was very clean and very safeHost:
javier was a marvelous hostjavier was a great hostjavier was a wonderful hostjavier is a great hostjavier was an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location was amazing alsocute little place in a very centrally located areagreat location right by retiro park and the bus stationgreat location waking distance to city centrelocation is good - easy walking distance to main station and all madrid’s highlights
8. Traditional Cycladic house in Santorini (from USD 438)
The location and views of this stay are picturesque. Make your vacation in this unique cave house in Oia in Santorini, Greece a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This traditional Cycladic house that is accented with modern design can accommodate four guests or an entire family or group on a luxurious getaway. It has two large bedrooms, a spacious living room, and an indoor pool with an exceptional seaside view. This location is walking distance to various attractions, including Amoudi Bay.
Unique Architecture Cave HouseOia, South Aegean, GreeceTop guest reviews
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wifi worked very welland having air conditioning really made it easy to sleep at nightthe a/c and private jacuzzi made great respite from the july sunthe house is so perfect and to eat breakfast with this stunning view was just breathtakingbeautiful cave house on the caldera stylish and comfortableCleanliness:
it's very clean and the housekeeper was really nice and cleaned every daydaily lady to clean the apartmentthe cave house was clean and cleanly appointedinterior was clean and loved the unique cave designvery clean and had special amenitiesHost:
laskarina was the perfect hostthe home itself is beautiful and well appointed and the host is greatthis home is one of a kindhost very easy to communicate withspecial arrangements were also taken care of by the hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
a fantastic location and close to everythingbest location nearby the famous sunset in santoriniwhat a beautiful location and wonderful touring tipsit's the perfect location for food shopping and anything you needthis place is in a perfect location for sunsets restaurants
9. Big house in Bratislava with three rooms for group getaways (from USD 60)
Slovakia’s capital Bratislava has this superb accommodation to offer – a big house with three rooms that are spacious enough for eight guests – perfect for a vacationing family or group of friends. The design and look of the house is an invitation for relaxation itself. The amenities combine the warm hues of brown, orange and yellow, making it super homey and calming. It has a fully equipped kitchen that is stocked with cooking basics like spices, pasta, and salt. This house is just minutes away from tourist spots like the Blue Cathedral and the Danube.
☆Discounted Rate☆ 3BD apt in Centre for groupsBratislava, Bratislavský kraj, SlovakiaTop guest reviews
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the wifi works very wellloved having a fan in the room during the heat waveclean spacious and plentiful amenities in there such as coffee tea stuff for the bathroom etcwe had a great stay at nikoleta and jan’s apartment - very spacious and met all of our needsbeds were very comfortableCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and great communicationthe apt was very clean and spaciousthe apartment was clean and stylishthe apartment was clean and stylishthe apartment was totally clean and comfyHost:
lovely apartment & welcoming hoststhe hosts are hospitable and helpfuland a wonderful hostreally responsive hosts and helpful local advice perfect hoststhe host were very attentive always available to help usRead more reviewsLocation:
nice appartment close to the universitythe location is perfectgood location and very comfortablegreat location close to major places of interestthe location is really good
10. Chic loft in Amsterdam
When in Roelofarendsveen in The Netherlands, be sure to pick this accommodation in a private area just outside the city. The location of this loft apartment is accessible to Leiden, Keukenhof, and the seaside city of Noordwijk. Amsterdam Central is just 10 minutes via train from this studio. It has everything you need, from centralized heater to a work-friendly space. It is a convenient location to stay at before or after a flight from Schipol airport.
Private apartment/studioRoelofarendsveen, Zuid-Holland, NetherlandsTop guest reviews
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thank you so much for everything the place was so cozy with perfect amenities the bed was ridiculously comfortableit contains everything for a short stay: fresh towels tea and coffee small fridge convenient bedCleanliness:
clean and rational accomodationhouse is clean and cosythe apartment was very clean and cozythe place was great very clean and cozybeautiful garden flat very clean and stylishHost:
she is great hostastrid is very nice hostthe hosts were very friendly and quick to responseastrid was a very nice hostvery kind and welcoming hostRead more reviewsLocation:
a cute apartment in a convenient locationnice place very nice locationexcellent propertyvery close to supermarket and public transportgreat location making you feel like a localeverything was within walking distance and we thoroughly enjoyed the area
Make your travel dreams come true
Europe is where your travel dreams come true. Ignite your passion for life and travel with a trip to Europe. Whichever country in Europe you choose to visit, there’s always superb accommodation ready for you. Keep this list in handy and have the best European holiday!
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