Up for an adventure where countless natural and cultural wonders meet you in the eye? You might want to visit Murwillumbah, a coastal town located in the northeastern part of New South Wales, Australia. Given that Tweed Rivers borders the town, it’s a good place for fishing and camping. Among the natural wonders around the area are Tweed Valley, Mount Warning, Wollumbin National Park, and Nightcap National Park, where rock pinnacles, cooling waterfalls, and lush rainforests abound. Be inspired by the town’s unique features as it is the center where artists express and showcase their creativity. You’ll find yourself in awe of their rich history once you visit World Heritage Rainforest Centre, Caldera Art Gallery, and Tweed River Art Gallery. Wherever your feet may take you in this colorful town, check our list of top Airbnb vacation rentals in Murwillumbah, Australia, for great accommodation.
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 11, 2024.
1. Olley Apartments (from USD 196)
Enjoy the comforts of home accented with luxurious amenities when you book your stay at this 1930’s brick duplex. The space accommodates four guests and has a delightful and cozy ambiance that will add to your relaxation. Guests particularly love the touches of vintage furniture and art.
The property is only a five-minute walk away from the center of Murwillumbah, which makes it so convenient to go around and explore the nearby Tweed Art Gallery and its newly acquired Margaret Olley Centre.
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air conditioning in one bedroom and a ceiling fan in the otherthere is also the added comfort of 3 split-level air conditioners and overhead fansjoan had made some special with nice products in the bathroom and plenty of tea and coffee providedthe bed was very comfortable with plenty of warm bedding for our winter stay- not really an apartment it's a beautifully appointed private cottageCleanliness:
this is a charming spotlessly clean great place to stayHost:
great host very responsive and helpfuljoan is a wonderful host including an excellent communicatorcheck in and out was easy and get the host has keypad access very easy off street parkingjoan as a host is warm responsive and very informativejoan is a wonderful host whose thoughtful touches make olley apts a very special place to stayRead more reviewsLocation:
it's a pleasant 10 minute walk to the main restaurant strip/downtown areathe location is perfect and the apartment has everything you needlovely apartments very comfortable and close to the main street of murwillumbahonly takes 10 minutes to walk into town so it has a perfect locationjoan's place is beyond beautiful
2. Cottage with river view and swimming pool (from USD 98)
Situated on the Tweed River, this Airbnb rental offers views of cane fields and the gorgeous Mount Warning. It can fit up to four guests with two bedrooms, one bathroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony. You’ll also have access to the outdoor swimming pool with a view of the river.
Other attractions that are less than an hour’s drive from Riverview Cottage are Husk Distillery at Tumbulgum, Border Ranges National Park, Wollumbin National Park, and the beaches at Tweed Coast.
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enjoyed the air conditioning and swimming poolthe sheets & linens of high quality with a comfortable bedmaureen’s cottage is super stylish very comfortable spotless with everything you can think of to make a wonderful staymaureen and peter are wonderful hosts the cottage is both comfortable and stylishthe house is full of everything we need for a comfortable holidayCleanliness:
exceptionally clean and comfortablevery clean and fresh placespotlessly clean and such a beautiful areait was so clean and comfortablegreat house to stay in - very clean and comfyHost:
maureen & peter were outstanding hostshosts were super kind lovely and friendlymaureen was a wonderful hostthanks for being such lovely hostsmaureen and peter are wonderful hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for mt warning walk or trips to beachesfantastic location close to margaret olley galleryabsolutely recommend this accomodation great location and very peacefula fabulous place in a beautiful locationthe location is beautiful with amazing tweed river and the mountains as the perfect sunset backdrop
3. Riverfront Art Deco home (from USD 109)
Traveling with your kids and pets? This pet-friendly Airbnb is the perfect accommodation for your Murwillumbah getaway. The property fits up to seven guests with three bedrooms, two baths, a full kitchen, spacious lounge, covered deck, and a riverfront balcony perfect for morning coffee and breakfast. Your pets will love the wide garden to play around in.
Spend some time in pubs, shops, the cinema, and Tweed Regional Gallery. You may also want to visit neighboring towns and beaches like Queensland and Kingscliff.
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lots of space and beds with a quaint old fashioned charmthe property was so much fun so quirky we were extremely comfortable and just loved the deckit was a great stay with all proper facilitiesCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableHost:
she was very accommodating and a pleasure to speak with:-) kind regards kirsty & darcycheryl was a wonderful host that explained everything wellthe host was very accommodating and the beds were greatcheryl is an excellent host and communicated really wellRead more reviewsLocation:
great location easy walk into townan easy walk to townamazing location and good spot to relaxvery quirky place great location on the rivergreat location and a friendly relaxed space
4. Room rental with a pool and free breakfast (from USD 50)
An ideal accommodation for a couples getaway, this Airbnb rental offers a clean and spacious room with a queen-sized bed, an en-suite bath, kitchenette, and complimentary breakfast. Guests also have access to WiFi, an outdoor swimming pool, and barbecue facilities.
From this rental in Bellevue Estate, you’ll be close to Mount Warning, Tweed Valley, and the villages of Uki, Chillingham, Tumbulgum, Stokers Siding, and Tyalgum. During your stay, you can enjoy kayaking at Tweed River for an additional charge or borrow a bicycle for free to explore pretty routes around the area.
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the room is very stylish and modern bed was comfortable and private bathroom was nicevery comfortable clean and well maintained venue with all the amenities we could wish forpersonal touches in room and fresh fruit muesli and croissants were very much appreciatedthe room was well appointed comfortable and has everything you would needi highly recommend such a light cosy and comfortable spaceCleanliness:
a quiet clean and lovely roombeautiful room clean and privatethe room was spacious clean and comfortableit is a very good clean and convenienta very clean comfortable cosy place with an extremely friendly hostessHost:
met by leigh who was very friendly and informative but also unobtrusiveelizabeth and leigh are the most gracious hostselizabeth and lee were amazing hostselizabeth was a very welcoming hostthe hosts are very hospitable gave great recommendations and you have access to the kitchen and poolRead more reviewsLocation:
located in a beautiful place close to naturethe nice quiet location is a great base to explore the local region's sites and activitiesperfect place to stay and explore murwillumbaelizabeth's place is a short drive to local shops and national parks which was great for us
5. Self-contained flat with garden and Continental breakfast (from USD 56)
This Airbnb rental offers cozy accommodation featuring a garden view. The flat is located below the host’s residence and can fit two guests with one bedroom, a private bath, a kitchenette, and a separate living area. A complimentary breakfast is served every morning but if you want to try local offerings, cafes and shops are within walking distance.
Experience local living and go swimming at Tweed Regional Aquatic Centre and shop at the farmers market on Wednesdays.
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the queen (latex) mattress was the most comfortable bed we've ever slept onshe happily provided us with extra blankets and heaters (for us cold blooded darwinites) and a food processorhost met me on arrival breakfast included it was gooda lovely roomy self-contained apartment surrounded by beautiful lush green trees and shrubsthis is essentially a private apartment with a separate entrance and very pleasant useable kitchenetteCleanliness:
clean and fresh and airythe studio was spotless and cleanthe place is clean and tidythe flat was clean fresh and generous in sizewonderful comfortable and cleanHost:
host is very responsivesybill was such a nice and friendly hostfriendly and easy going hostexcellent friendly and helpful hostlovely host the flat is cosy and perfect for somewhere to relax at the end of the dayRead more reviewsLocation:
a pleasant walk to the shopping centrenice location and comfortable bedfantastic location as i could walk everywherethe location is good; a short stumble back from the pub or the supermarket and quietwe really recommend this place
6. Private quarters in a peaceful house (from USD 62)
This artsy home welcomes four guests with two bedrooms, a shared bath, a fully equipped kitchen, a separate dining area, and a balcony where you can enjoy morning coffee. It has been renovated to provide the utmost comfort for guests during their stay.
Although the property is centrally located in the town of Murwillumbah, it sits in a quiet, green neighborhood. If you’re observant, you may see geckos, cockatoos, and kookaburras during your stay.
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very clean and tidy with great kitchen facilitiesthe place is tidy and cleanher house is sparkling clean and perfectly laid outwe had too short a stay unfortunately was clean comfortable and quietcomfortable clean and convenient to town whilst being quiet and secludedHost:
emmie was a wonderful hostgreat hospitality and a wonderful chat with the hostemmie is a great host and made us feel totally at homeemmie is the quintessential super hostshe is a genuine kind soulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just walking distance to towngreat location and a really nice housegood location and convenient amenityher place is walking distance to town which is greatthe location of her home is great as well only a 10 minute walk from the shops
7. Pet-friendly three-bedroom holiday home
Planning to have a quick getaway with your furry friends? Then book your accommodation at this pet-friendly Airbnb rental featuring a spacious back deck with several swing chairs. The property fits up to seven guests with three bedrooms, two baths, a kitchen, and a separate living room. It also has a generous private outdoor area where your pets can run and play.
Tweed River is within walking distance, while Cabarita Beach and Byron Bay are less than an hour’s drive from the property.
2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art CentreSuperhost
Accommodates: 7
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charming place close to townwe could also walk to the middle of town easily in 15 minutesperfect for animals close to everything murwillumbah has to offer
8. Bali-inspired haven in the suburbs
Sitting in a quiet suburban home, this Airbnb rental welcomes you with a lovely space combining function and style. Guests love the cleanliness and the unique decorations seen across the spaces of the house. The property fits four guests, featuring two bedrooms, one bath, a separate living area, and even an indoor and outdoor dining area. The host also welcomes kids. They have books and toys, high chairs, and dinnerware available for young guests.
Within a 30-minute drive are beaches, national parks, and the North Byron festival site.
Murwillumbah, New South Wales, Australia
3.73 km (2.4 mi) from Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art CentreAccommodates: 4
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the hot cappuccino & breakfast on the deck was a treat highly recommendgreat breakfast which you can have while sitting in a bali-inspired outdoors spacestephan's house has a sense of style and is very comfortablethe bed was so comfortable with plush bed lineneverything is clean the breakfast was above our expectation (fruits yogourt bread nespresso coffee)Cleanliness:
exceptionally clean and comfortableeverything is clean and comfortablethe house was immaculately cleanexceptionally clean warm and welcoming great breakfast and value for moneythis place is very neat and cleanHost:
amazing host and value bnb pristine home 10/10very nice host and super comfy accommodationgood host a perfect nightwonderful hosts lovely immaculate share stay with 2 bedrooms for couple & our 2 toddlersa beautiful homey and exceptionally welcoming home with really lovely hosts who go above and beyondRead more reviewsLocation:
there is a nice golf club for meals / drinks within walking distanceit was a great location to visit the area for brewery walks and artthe breakfast is outstanding we can highly recommend staying at stephen‘s placesuch a lovely place to staymy stay at stephen and caroline's place was better than the listing set my expectations
Experience Murwillumbah's natural beauty
Whether you lace up your hiking boots to go mountain climbing at Murwillumbah and observe its natural wonders or observe fine art indoors, perfect your trip to New South Wales by staying at one of these top Airbnb vacation rentals.
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