10 Best Holiday Accommodation & Holiday Houses In Adelaide, Australia - Updated 2024

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Maria Cristina
Maria Cristina 
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What can you do in 20 minutes? In Adelaide, Australia, that’s all the time you need to visit the beach, parks, and wineries, or watch a ball game in one of the ovals. All the trendy shops, cocktail bars, and restaurants are just within walking distance or a 10-minute drive by car. Sefton Shopping Plaza is where all major shops, banks, and stores are centered. This small but lovely city is also the food and wine capital of Australia. Its relaxing and eclectic lifestyle is the perfect city break from the stressful pace of big cities like Melbourne and Sydney, and it offers a vibrant nightlife, with plenty of fun things to do at night. Hang around for their Fringe Festival, the second largest in the world. Check out these best holiday accommodations in Adelaide, Australia for an awesome vacation.

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 07, 2024.

1. Beautiful apartment near Rundle Mall (from USD 310)

This beautiful two-bedroom apartment welcomes you to Adelaide. It is only a short walk away from several restaurants, shops, and attractions like Rundle Mall.

Boasting stunning views of the city, this home guarantees a relaxing atmosphere that’ll help you have a restful time. The living and dining area comes with leather lounges, a 60-inch flat-screen TV, and a computer desk for your convenience and entertainment. The kitchen has a stove and fridge for your cooking and dining needs. There are also common amenities you can enjoy like a swimming pool, spa, sauna, and gym.

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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
737 meters (0.5 ft) from Adelaide Oval
112 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
incredible apartment with a stunning view
very comfortable bed well-designed closets and a terrific master bathroom
this is a terrific apartment with a lovely view over the river and public transport on your doorstep
beautiful apartment well kept and with all amenities
the apartment has great views and is very spacious
Cleanliness:
the apartment was clean and fully stocked
the house is very clean
spacious comfortable clean very well equipped and brilliant location
Host:
great place hosted by great people
everything needed for a comfortable stay is provided by your host
trevor was super helpful and quick to respond to any queries
great place honest host spectacular views
Location:
great find walking distance to rundle street mall
fabulous apartment in a great location
trevor’s place is perfectly located and close to everything you need for a city stay
it's close to the tram station so you can easily get everywhere from the botanic gardens to glenelg
great stay close to everywhere you want to be in adelaide
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2. Charming cottage (from USD 122)

Stay for at least two nights in this charming holiday home in Adelaide, located in the southern CBD near Chinatown, Gouger Street, and Central Market. This one-story home with a two-car garage has an organic kitchen garden at the back. Dine al fresco under the shade of the gum tree or have your meals indoors in the casual dining area. Cook family meals in the fully equipped kitchen. In the living room, relax on the huge sofa while watching cable TV or listen to music from the iPod dock or browse the net using free WI-FI. The sofa can be spread out into a bed to sleep another guest. Two spacious air-conditioned bedrooms each have queen beds and a child bed so five guests can sleep comfortably. The bathroom contains a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Children and pets are welcome.

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Adelaide City, South Australia, Australia
1.85 km (1.2 mi) from Adelaide Oval
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very spacious living areas
you could feel the love the owners have put into it
immediate response from the owners when needed
very cozy and homely feel about it
we spent a cosy afternoon indoors on the comfy lounges during a spell of wild weather
Cleanliness:
clean heritage cottage with bright and airy rear aspect into private courtyard under a grand gum tree
Host:
helpful and easy communications with hosts
we really appreciated the environmental focus in the house as well
the cottage suited all our needs and craig was very helpful
thanks craig and andy xedxb8x80
a very grateful thank you to andy and craig for making our trip so comfortable and welcoming
Location:
a quiet area despite its closeness to the city
a well presented cottage in a perfect location
quiet location
the house is in a great central location close to the market, resturants and bars
the poor tree lost a few gum nuts that day
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3. Gorgeous glass penthouse (from USD 237)

This two-bedroom holiday rental in Adelaide offers top views of the city. The unit is in one of the prestigious residential areas south of the city near restaurants, entertainment, and theaters. The luxurious interiors feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows with stunning views of the cityscape from every corner of the condo. Chic, contemporary furniture decorate the two bedrooms, the mezzanine, and the balcony making it perfect for hosting a business trip or housing a traveling family of four. The two bathrooms contain enclosed rainfall showers, vanity sinks, a toilet, and free essentials. Your obligatory one to two-night stay entitles use of free Wi-Fi, free parking, an outdoor pool, a pool deck, and a gym.

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1.2 km (0.8 mi) from Adelaide Oval
22 reviews  
Apartment 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the view is stunning
the property is a top floor two bedroom apartment looking west towards the gulf of st vincent
plenty of room for two couples
the penthouse is well equipped and offers plenty of space
amazing views out to the west, unfortunately also a slight downfall as facing west made the 2 outdoor areas to hot to utilise in the afternoons
Cleanliness:
stunning views, excellent location, very clean and comfortable
the views are fantastic and it is located on the south side of the city, so everything can be easily reached
Host:
unit was great
very impressive apartment! owner joseph was very helpful and great to deal with
very fresh, new and well equipped
great spot, handy to tram, markets cbd
immaculate presentation
Location:
you need to organise a time to check in as the owner does not live nearby
this property is perfectly situated just a short walk from gouger st and the cbd, if you don't want to walk the free city trams are at your door
this penthouse did not disappoint, extremely content with my choice of accommodation
this penthouse lives up to its billing
not too much of a problem in early october but in summer it could take a while for the air conditioner to cool it down
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4. Historic heritage cottage (from USD 203)

Stay for at least three days in this historic 1900’s cottage. The owners retained the high ceilings and polished flooring adding new ducts for heating and cooling and a new smeg stove. The three spacious bedrooms have queen-sized beds to sleep six guests. The living room and dining area have minimal contemporary furniture while the kitchen in a separate room is fully stocked. The house is surrounded by a well-kept garden that’s perfect for drinking wine while entertaining guests. The cottage is at the city’s edge, 200m (0.12miles) away from Dulwich bakery, IGA grocery store, walking distance to the Norwood Parade entertainment and shopping district lies this lovely cottage. Enjoy unlimited internet, air-conditioning, Netflix, heating, free parking, and free use of the bikes during your stay. Children and pets are welcome.

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3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Adelaide Oval
38 reviews   Wifi Available
House 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy :

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
had everything we needed, netflix, wi-fi etc
chris was very accommodating to our requests and we appreciated the extra little touches like the use of netflix, the coffee machine and the bottles of water alongside each bed
large rooms, comfortable living/dining spaces and a nice yard to sit and enjoy the fresh lemons in our coronas
a charming cottage that makes you feel right at home
great location, comfortable beds, wi-fi and netflix keep the kids entertained in the evenings
Cleanliness:
the addition of apple tv and netflix was also perfect for our family
Host:
the host chris is very accommodating - even provided us with local information about shopping etc
our host, chris could not have done anymore to make our stay enjoyable
do not expect l'occitane bathroom products or luxurious bath towels, but expect wonderful help and hospitality from your host who goes above and beyond to be helpful and accommodating
the host, chris was so accommodating, friendly and respected our privacy
best stay top location very welcoming with food in the fridge pantry heating and wifi and netflix great for the kids and great to bring the dog
Location:
beautiful location
property in a great location and a bonus we could take the dogs
the property is in a great location, walking distance to local shops and not much further to the cbd
a great location that was good for parking, close to city and nice local shops and cafes
cafes and restaurants close by and only 10mins to the city centre
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5. The multi-awarded beach house (from USD 292)

Spend two to seven days in this Adelaide beach house notable for its excellent view of Henly beach with opulent accommodations. It’s 15 minutes by car from the city center and the wildlife and wine county regions. The stylish interiors can admit 12 guests and sleep them comfortably in the five spacious bedrooms. The rooms are furnished with queen-sized beds, cable TV, air-conditioning, thick linens, and a small lounge with sliding doors opening to either a balcony or the backyard garden. There are three luxurious bathrooms with a spa tub complete with bath essentials. The open plan features a gourmet kitchen, dining area, and cozy living room with access to a furnished roof deck where guests can dine al fresco. Guests have complimentary bottles of wine, beach essentials, free vouchers for bike hire, guest invitations and discount vouchers to the nearby outlet shopping center, and free mid-stay cleans.

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9.36 km (5.9 mi) from Adelaide Oval
49 reviews   Wifi Available
villa 12 Guests 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 12
Minimum Nights: 7
Refund Policy :

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
i was there by myself and it is a large space for one however you can shut off all of the unused bedrooms/bathrooms (4 in total) and the master upstairs is gorgeous
the only thing i would add is if there was another comfy armchair or second couch in the lounge area, it was hard for 6 of us to all get comfy
we loved being able to have our adelaide friends around for meals or a catch up, and being able to entertain them while overlooking the beach from the comfort of the lounge/dining room, while all o...
parking directly off of the road into the auto roller door garage to the rear of the property is also great, especially when it is raining
plenty of room for bigger groups
Cleanliness:
lovely place, lovely owner, lovely city
lovely place, lovely owner, lovely city
we have just returned from spending another 6 nights there, and we were equally impressed
Host:
amy was very friendly and accomodating, meeting us on arrival and making a follow up call on leaving
and expect third time round next year to be even more somost of all
love adelaide
we loved the spa, the terrace, the breakfast and the delicious meal delivered to our door
the warm and friendly welcome by amy on arrival and farewell on leaving made our overall holiday so pleasant
Location:
luxury at its best
beach front, cafes, wine store all within walking distant
really lovely lying in bed looking at the surf
the position of the house is great as its right next to henley beach hotel which is convenient and henley beach square is only minutes away
fantastic property - excellent location and great service and communication
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6. Luxurious two-bedroom apartment with pool access (from USD 161)

This two-bedroom Airbnb Plus accommodation promises a stay as convenient and luxurious as a hotel booking. Both bedrooms come with comfortable queen beds and air conditioning. A full kitchen with an espresso machine and convection oven allows guests to prepare basic meals during their stay. The best part about this rental is that you also get access to the building’s amenities, including the shared swimming pool, gym, and spa. With no traffic, Adelaide Airport is less than a 15-minute drive away.

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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
737 meters (0.5 ft) from Adelaide Oval
366 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
well equipped apartment excellent wifi
great little touches such as chocolates in the fridge coffee pod machine extra towels to use swimming pool
the colour scheme is green and vibrant bringing the room to life
very stylish space with very comfortable bed very quiet main bedroom and a stunning bathroom
modern well lit spacious and comfortable
Cleanliness:
the apartment is very clean and stylish
the place is clean and tidy
the apartment was clean and comfortable and thoughtfully decorated
everything is impeccably clean and the main bedroom is so very comfortable
the house itself is very clean and very comfortable
Host:
she drove us around and gave us helpful recommendations
she is warm friendly and knowledgeable
lovely host who made everything so easy
trudi was a wonderful host who was always available to answer any questions
the host was very helpful and a good communicator
Location:
great location in the heart of adelaide close to the river and rundle mall
great location and facilities
great place the location is perfect everything you need close
the location is perfect with all the main attractions of adelaide cbd within walking distance
great location comfortable and good value
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7. Well-furnished studio in Adelaide's CBD (from USD 82)

This cozy studio is perfect for couples visiting Adelaide as it’s conveniently located in the Central Business District. Some amenities include an equipped kitchen, WiFi, air conditioning, and a laptop-friendly workspace. Previous guests loved how clean and well-furnished the studio is. Attractions such as Adelaide Oval and Adelaide Festival Centre are located nearby.

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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
1.15 km (0.8 mi) from Adelaide Oval
233 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
both the air conditioning and wifi worked great
both the air conditioning and wifi worked great
nice little touches including shampoo/conditioner and complimentary wifi and soft drink
fabulous apartment with a lovely view
apartment was clean good amenities and fast internet
Cleanliness:
very clean comfortable beds great shower
a clean and comfortable studio apartment to stay in
very clean and easy to find things
clean accommodation appreciated welcome drinks
sparkling clean and very well laid out
Host:
very obliging and helpful host
lok is a great host
lok has been a wonderful host
his communications were always quick and helpful
lok is an excellent host
Location:
nice place close to everything
great location in the city
great facilities close to town
excellent location in adelaide
great location and apartment
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8. Elegant Parkland Tower apartment (from USD 97)

South of Adelaide Parklands and outside city boundaries is an elegant apartment. Though the unit is very spacious, it’s ideally for two guests only. The stylish interiors showcase a fully-equipped gourmet kitchen with a two-seater dining area, a cozy living room, and one bedroom with a king-sized bed that can be separated into two single beds upon request. The luxurious bathroom is adjacent to a laundry area. Guests are entitled to free basement parking, free Wi-Fi, heating, air-conditioning, and elevator access. The property is a kilometer away from the city near the hills, restaurants, and cafes on Glen Osmond Road and Hutt Street.

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3.33 km (2.1 mi) from Adelaide Oval
50 reviews  
Apartment 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
had trouble accessing the apartment
the apartment is fully furnished and equipped with all you'll need
lovely apartment that suited the two of us down to the ground
the view is beautiful with the adelaide hills beckoning
the apartment is really well presented with everything that you need when travelling
Cleanliness:
very clean, modern and spacious apartment
lovely clean modern apartment
the apartment was really very good - spotlessly clean and well equipped and extremely spacious
really clean, tidy with everything you need
apartment was clean and comfortable
Host:
very well appointed with allocated secure parking
i will definitely be staying again when travelling to adelaide for work
being so close to the city and with the fine winter weather we experienced, we walked in to meet friends on several occasions
the owner was a pleasure to deal with and made everything very easy
fantastic accommodation and very well appointed
Location:
close to the city, easy to get at but still quiet enough to avoid the stress of staying in the city center
great location with frewville supermarket and restaurants within 15 mins walk
the location is perfect, close to the city and the parklands
walking distance to the cipsal 500
close the city and parklands but lovely and quiet
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9. Renovated cottage with bespoke finishes (from USD 116)

A well-rated Airbnb Plus accommodation, this renovated cottage is just right for a small family. With two bedrooms and one bathroom, there’s enough space to accommodate a group of four. This rental is bright and airy, with white curtains, walls, and linens. Both bedrooms have queen beds, but the second room also includes a travel crib in case you’re traveling with an infant. There’s a laundry area conveniently located outside the full bathroom, and the kitchen is fully equipped so you can prepare meals during your stay.

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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
2.18 km (1.4 mi) from Adelaide Oval
388 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cottage 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
light roomy and very comfortable
the beds were comfy and kerri was very responsive
the bed was so comfortable and the back courtyard is perfect for enjoying a glass of wine
the cottage was comfortable and super clean with great cooking facilities and a gorgeous sunny courtyard
convenient location good facilities lovely older style cottage with some modern touches
Cleanliness:
clean comfortable and lots of room inside
it was sparkling clean
neat clean and a great space
a great little sparkling clean cottage in a fabulous area
house was clean and host very responsive to enquires
Host:
lovely accomodation and friendly host
very kind host
kerri is a wonderful host
kerri is a great host
the host kerri is lovely helpful and considerate
Location:
the location is excellent for exploring central adelaide
convenient location to enjoy adelaide
great location as well
it’s also close to a cute pub
kerri’s place was ideal for our recent quick trip to adelaide
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10. Delightful apartment in the city center

This two-bedroom apartment is in the city center near Hindmarsh Square beside City Mall, Pullman Hotel, and the posh East End. Its luxurious interior is perfect for a romantic getaway or shelter for the holidays. The two bedrooms have thick cushioned beds that sleep four guests and each has air-conditioning, double glazed windows, and a balcony overlooking Hindmarsh Square and the city. Outside the rooms is an open plan featuring an elegant kitchen with marble counters, a small dining area for four, and a luxe living room for watching cable TV. During the required two night stay, guests enjoy the use of air-conditioning, laundry facilities, a gym, spa, steam room, and sauna.

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Adelaide, SA, AU
1.27 km (0.8 mi) from Adelaide Oval
20 reviews  
Apartment 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
it has good and fast wifi which was important to us and the central a/c was nice
extra kudos for having a pool and a gym
really great apartment well furnished with all neccesities and some nice extras not usually found
we loved the extras with the breakfast pack
comfortable bed with all the mod cons required
Cleanliness:
so spotlessly clean and very spacious
we loved our stay as the apartment was absolutely beautiful clean comfortable and tastefully done
clean and tidy in a central location
Host:
owners are extremely helpful
great personalized and friendly service from owners
the owners are very accommodating and a pleasure to deal with
anne was a wonderful host and we hope to return
Location:
fantastic location so close to everything
close to excellent restaurants and bars and the rundle mall shopping precinct
great location only minutes to rundle mall etc but quiet and peaceful
great location close to shop parks restaurants all within walking distance
such a great location and well set out apartment
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Fabulous homestays

The holiday accommodations in Adelaide are stylish and spacious, whether it is hosting a couple of guests or a huge group of 12. Choose any of these rentals and you are guaranteed luxurious accommodations plus all the modern conveniences. These will make you want to stay a few days longer in the “20-minute city”! Book them on your next visit!

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