Melbourne, the capital of the Southeastern state of Victoria is also both the cultural and the sports capital of Australia. It exhibits a very dynamic and yet a very appealing charm at the same time. The hidden bylanes have these local shops along with several cafes and bistros offering cuisines from all around the world, which can be a treat to the tourists under a budget. Take a stroll through the colourful promenades, head to the food markets, ride on one of the heritage trams of Melbourne, catch a game at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, sail along the Yarra River, view the works of art in the diverse art galleries, check out some awesome jazz bars, or wander about in the lovely Botanic Gardens. There are a lot of romantic things to do to have a very satisfying stay in the city. To make your stay even more satisfying consider one of these Stayz accommodations in Melbourne, Australia listed below.
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 December 20, 2024.
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1. Capel Breeze (from USD 170)
Nestled in the heart of Capel Sound, this rental offers an escape that accommodates, up to five guests. This exquisite apartment boasts two bedrooms, an equipped kitchen and a bright living area complete with a 42-inch television. From the balcony, guests can indulge in beach views while enjoying a short stroll to the pristine shores.
The surrounding area is brimming with cafes, restaurants and attractions such as the Peninsula Hot Springs and the picturesque Cape Schank National Park. Located on the Mornington Peninsula, between Rye and Dromana it’s a sanctuary, for those looking to unwind and explore.
Top guest reviews
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simone was a lovely host and her home was cosy clean and the perfect place for a quiet getaway
2. Charming home nestled in the neighbourhood of Rye (from USD 458)
Nestled in the neighbourhood of Rye this pet-friendly Stayz accommodation effortlessly combines comforts with convenience. With 5 bedrooms that can accommodate up to 13 guests, this property offers amenities including a swimming pool, a modern kitchen and fast WiFi. Pet owners will be delighted to know that their furry companions are warmly welcomed here. The outdoor spaces, including a deck, garden and play area invite you to unwind and relax.
What makes this place more enticing is its proximity, to beaches, restaurants and wine shops. Additionally, guests can treat themselves to the luxury of a marble bathtub or cosy up by the fireplace.
3. The house with a chic interior decor (from USD 279)
This holiday rental in Melbourne named Macpherson is located not far away from the Footscray Village, which has several restaurants and cafes that you can visit or experience the nightlife. The rental itself has a perfect well-equipped kitchen where you can whip up your own meal. It has every amenity available for a luxurious stay, whether alone, with family, or friends. The house has modern furniture and displays a very chic interior decor. It has a living space with a sofa-cum-bed, four bedrooms with a double bed or two single bed settings in each and two bathrooms with a one-half bath. It’s a great place to be in if you’re someone who likes to enjoy the peace and seclude because any sort of loud and extravagant gatherings are prohibited.
Top guest reviews
Host:
alan was quick to answer any questions and supplied good information on local eateries and public transportalan, the host, is wonderful to deal withthe property was very nice so as the owner, very accommodating, nice , friendlythe house is so lovely and the owner was very helpfulalan was a great host and provided a clean house with nice bedding and plenty of towelsLocation:
good location being close to the race track but well away from the citylocation is great - close to footscray shops, restaurants, bars and cafes and close to citywell located, only a 5 minutes walk to the iga supermarket, and able to get to the city easily by both train and busthe small bakery around the corner is open from thursday to sunday at 7located in a nice quiet street, yet close to all amenitiesCleanliness:
exactly as we had hoped, clean modern central and spaciousliving areas and the kitchen are spacious, and the main bedroom and ensuite are huge and luxuriousclean, spacious and close to cbdthe cleaner was still cleaning the property when we arrived at 1420 hrsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the kitchen had everything we needed as wellwell equipped kitchen (except no potato masher) generous amounts of dishes, crockery, cutlerythe spacious living downstairs and multiple bedrooms upstairs suited our extended family of 6 perfectly, as did the fantastic outdoor patiothe kitchen was amazing - huge stovetop that a would be the envy of any chefdouble locked garage with house access
4. The rental with a sauna and a spa (from USD 240)
This is a three-bedroom place to stay in Melbourne with two bathrooms, which is spacious, stylish and comfortable at the same time. It can accommodate up to eight people. There are two heated swimming pools, a sauna, an outdoor spa and a fully equipped gymnasium. There is also a place for two car parks under security cover that are available for free. This rental has a very peaceful and quiet surrounding, not far from the ‘Paris End’ of the Collins Street, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Fitzroy Garden, Bridge Road Shopping, and Southbank, among several other attractions.
Top guest reviews
Host:
rick the host was very accommodating for us with arrangements, local hire car drivers etcand owner delightful to deal withcould not have asked for morerick is a brilliant host with great communicationgreat accomidation, even with 7 adults stayingLocation:
!food and drink shops within 10 minute walkrestaurants and cbd 15-20 minute walkso close to the city, everything is within walking distance or a short tram ride awaygreat location to rod laver arena for tennis and easy access to city transporta short walk to the hustle and bustle of the city but a very quiet locationCleanliness:
very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
stayed with our entire family of 6 and was plenty of space, was a beatiful apartmentvery comfortable apartment with everything required whilst staying awaywith a large family it was everything we neededit had everything your own house would havecomfortable beds, all you need to be self sufficient
5. An apartment on the 14th floor
This is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom Melbourne apartment for rent, with a private toilet, laundry with washer and dryer, a walk-in closet, a large living area with a 55 inch Foxtel TV, fully equipped kitchen, along with a balcony, which has a cosy seating arrangement, situated on the 14th floor of the Concept Blue Residential Complex. The balcony grants an amazing view of the city. While being tucked away in one cosy pocket of the city, it provides easy access to the main attractions like Melbourne central shopping and train station, Carlton Gardens, RMIT University, and the University of Melbourne. It extends communal leisure facilities like a sauna, indoor pool, spa, gymnasium, a steam room and also a garden barbecue area, perfect for a family gathering or a date night with your beau.
1.6 km (1.0 mi) from National Gallery of VictoriaAccommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Host:
we had a long weekend and the location was really goodthe hosts did an excellent job with communicationthe host provded great detailed communication with a contact number available with any questionsrita was great with communication before the stay and very helpfuli suggest adding some lighting above the mirror as this would help considerablyLocation:
great location in the cbdthe best place to enjoyexcellent property and location in melbourne cityapartment is right in the heart of the city and a stones throw away from melbourne central and lygon stgreat locationCleanliness:
lovely and clean accommodationthe apartment is very clean, tidy and modernvery clean and convenient apartment close to everythingRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
our bed was very comfortablegood bathroom with lashings of hot waterwonderful to have parking onsiteonly having one toilet in a home that has two double beds is annoyingvery comfortable with all we needed
6. Rental with easy transportation around
This is a two-bedroom and two bathroom flat, located near Cnr Lonsdale and Spencer Street at a walking distance from the Crown Casino, Melbourne Exhibition Centre and several bistros and restaurants along the bylanes of this house. One of the bedrooms has a set of bunk-beds and a single bed and the other has a queen-sized bed, a chair and a desk with side tables and lamps in each room. There is a spacious kitchen-cum-dining, which has a washing machine, a dishwasher, a fridge, an electric cooker, a coffee machine and several other types of equipment. The bathrooms have showers, toilets and basins and have a number of mirrors that add to the aesthetic appeal. There is also a balcony that offers a view of the city. Communal facilities include a pool, a covered barbecue arrangement, sauna and gymnasium. Transportation around this place is easy and accessible, so are the various city attractions, stores and supermarkets.
1.68 km (1.1 mi) from National Gallery of VictoriaTop guest reviews
Host:
owner was very accommodatingit had all the mod-cons and frank and rachael made us feel extremely welcome and checking in and out was super easywhat a wonderful experience all aroundrachael was very warm and welcomingthe apartment was clean and comfortable and the owner had taken the extra steps to make us feel welcomeLocation:
easy walk to the convention centre and casino precinctfantastic place and locationclose to supermarket and shops we walked to qvm (15 min) and to the mcg (50min)both very easy walkswell situated and close to a major grocery store and tram linesthis apartment is perfect, walking distance to city and or tramCleanliness:
it was clean and extremely quiet at nightvery clean , comfortable and spaciousthe apartment was excellent very clean and well appointedvery clean , comfortable and convenientthe apartment was clean and modernRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
added bonus was the heated poolthe apartment was so comfortable with everything you could possible need for your staythe beds were very comfortablethis time we actually stayed in one night and enjoyed the apartment even morethe apartment had everything we needed
7. Luxury townhouse
This is a luxury three-storey home rental in Melbourne with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a rooftop spa. Each storey has its private courtyard. The rental sports designer furniture, European appliances and genuine artwork. It is located not far from Richmond, Bridge Road and CBD, all being located in central Melbourne is around 15 minutes away by foot and the train station is a 1-minute walk and the city centre is a five-minute ride by train. All major restaurants, fashion outlets, supermarket, the famous Fitzroy and Treasury Gardens, sporting venues like Olympic park and MCG, Melbourne Museum, Dockland, Chinatown, free city circle tram and other such attractions are in close proximity to this townhouse. The amenities include, a fully equipped kitchen, DVD players, a large DVD library, panel TVs, luxury bath products, clean linens and towels for each room, car parking available for one car in a garage that can be accessed through remote control and it also has free WiFi and you can make as many free local calls as you want.
35 Little Hoddle Street, Richmond
2.38 km (1.5 mi) from National Gallery of Victoria
8. A lavish three-storey house
If you want to splurge and bask in luxury or are travelling in a large group due to business then this holiday house in Melbourne is for you. It has 6 bedrooms, with 4 bathrooms and can accommodate 20 people. Each floor flanks its own unique facilities like a courtyard with a seating arrangement and barbecue, open plan kitchen/dining with abundant kitchen appliances, washer/dryer, big-screen TVs(46 to 84 inch) in each living-room, walk-in closet in the master bedroom, spa bath, powder room, separate bath and shower, a kitchenette, a DVD player, inbuilt ceiling speakers, hydraulic heating and an outdoor rooftop terrace with barbecue, also offering a magnificent view of the city being just opposite to the Parkland. There is a children’s park nearby, ample free parking space, several food joints and pubs, along with city attractions like the Melbourne Aquarium, Crown Casino and plenty of others.
81A Victoria st
6.06 km (3.8 mi) from National Gallery of Victoria
9. A budget-friendly abode
This one is a budget-friendly, yet comfortable getaway. The apartment comes with an open plan arrangement having minimalist furniture and contemporary decor. the living area has full-sized glass windows and sliding doors offering a view of the University of Melbourne and Queen Victoria Market among other such attractions, including the Dandenong Ranges, which is a beauty. The kitchen/dining is fully equipped with every required kitchen appliance, with a barbecue set up in the balcony. The living room has a queen sofa bed, a 46 inch TV, a DVD player and a huge collection of DVDs is available too. There is also a gymnasium and community car parking space that can be accessed.
350 William Street
1.67 km (1.1 mi) from National Gallery of Victoria
10. A snug and compact third-floor apartment
A nice and snug two-bedroom and two bathroom flat situated on the third floor, which is only five minutes away from Queen Victoria Market, and pretty close to Melbourne Central, CBD and Lygon Street. The bedrooms either have one king-sized bed or two single beds, which is completely in your discretion. The kitchen is well-equipped with all basic appliances and amenities, including a dishwasher. There is a reverse cycle air-conditioning in the living room and fans in the bedroom. Clean linens and towels are provided to the guests and the living room too has a sofa bed that can accommodate one guest. Other amenities, include a DVD player, LCD TV, stereo set and a communal barbecue area. The apartment is close to city attractions like Royal Botanic Gardens and Crown Casino.
1 Bouverie Street
1.93 km (1.2 mi) from National Gallery of Victoria
11. Magical one-bedroom apartment (from USD 152)
This magical and Instagrammable apartment features a forest-themed living room with green wallpaper, climbing vines, a vivid green carpet and a cosy hanging chair. The bedroom, on the other hand, boasts a heaven theme, with a cloud-like bed fitted with white sheets, cloud-shaped lamps, and fluffy pillows - you’re definitely guaranteed a good night’s sleep here. Besides the unique design features, there’s a full kitchen with a stovetop, oven, and espresso machine, and a full bathroom with a soaking tub. Upgrade your Airbnb experience and opt for this luxury stay in Melbourne.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the hosts were amazing toothank you to the hosts for this experienceamazing space and friendly hostsamazing stay the hosts were extremely helpfulamazing place to stay and great hostsLocation:
unique apartment in an awesome locationamazing location and such a unique apartmentbrilliant location and really unique decorawesome place and great locationawesome location maybe a 5 minute walk from flinders stCleanliness:
very clean and well designedthe apartment was so spacious and clean and when i say clean i mean immaculatevery clean and a great place to escape and relaxthe apartment was incredibly creative clean comfortable and romanticthanks for the wonderful hospitality it was clean and magical just like the pictures describedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
everything really comfortable and amenities greatthe bed felt like a cloud and the egg chair was so comfortablean amazing stay at a magical apartmentthe photos do this apartment every bit of justicegreat setup within the room nice for nature lovers
12. Luxurious apartment with panoramic nature views
Located in an inner urban neighbourhood in Melbourne, this Southbank apartment boasts panoramic views of King’s Domain Gardens. Besides the stunning view, this modern apartment has everything you need - from a full kitchen to a bedroom with an en suite bathroom. Details like hotel-quality linens, fluffy towels, and quality body wash and hair products elevate the experience. Enjoy breakfast and a fresh cup of coffee in the dining area that features floor-to-ceiling windows. The tram stop in front of the building makes it easier to access the best sights in the city. WiFi and free parking are available for your convenience.
Southbank, Victoria, Australia
850 meters (0.6 ft) from National Gallery of VictoriaTop guest reviews
Host:
friendly and helpful hoststhank you so much sandra for your great hostssandra is a great host and checking and all comms were really smoothysandra was accommodating and helpful to our requestsvery warm and friendly hostLocation:
beautiful place near melbourne centrethe location is great cbd just 15 mins walk awaylocation was perfect for usi pretty much walk around from the locationexcellent location and everything you could needCleanliness:
the apartment is very clean and comfortablethe apartment was spotlessly cleanthe apartment was very clean and had everything one would needit’s kodern and clean yet quiet but safethe apartment is stylish and clean and well equipped for any sort of occasionRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
nice to have your breakfast sitting there and enjoying the viewthe apartment is exactly like the photos on profilethe apartment is beautiful with a fantastic view and super locationsandra’s apartment is super cosy and had an amazing viewa lovely apartment which does indeed have a great view of the shrine
13. New York-style loft in Melbourne CBD
This modern loft in Melbourne’s Central Business District not only has everything you need but also gives you access to an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, and steam room! Forget about expensive hotels and book your stay in this centrally located Airbnb. The open-plan bedroom features a queen bed, a laptop-friendly workspace, and an en suite bathroom with a shower. The kitchen is equipped with a stovetop and cooking basics so you can prepare meals with ease. WiFi is available.
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
1.69 km (1.1 mi) from National Gallery of VictoriaTop guest reviews
Host:
very nice host and placesuper easy check in and jared is a good hostian was also very responsive to our queriesgreat location very helpful host super easy checkinian was also very responsive via airbnb which is goodLocation:
fantastic location in the heart of melbournelocation was great close to the city tram station and foodsgreat location in the heart of the citylocation is good right in the middle of cbdgreat location - close to everything you could needCleanliness:
apartment was clean and as describedvery trendy and very clean spacethe room and the bathroom were very clean and spaciousthe apartment interior was clean and cosy and the bed was really comfortablegood facilities on site and a nice clean flat to stay inRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
during hot weather the apartment could benefit from air conditioning:)the bedroom upstairs is equipped with a heater and electric blanket for a warm cosy sleep during winterthe heater was really powerful and kept us adequately warm throughout the nightthe apartment was fully equipped and really comfortablethe apartment is at a very good location (opposite the melbourne gaol museum)
14. Cosy apartment with city views (from USD 112)
This cosy Stayz apartment near Melbourne for three is just a short walk away from Southern Cross Station, making it easy for you to explore the best attractions in Melbourne. There’s a queen bed for two in the bedroom and a sofa bed in the living room. Guests also have access to the gym and the sauna in the building. The city views from the bedroom are stunning, especially at night. WiFi and cable TV are available to keep you entertained when indoors.
Top guest reviews
Host:
awesome spot awesome host :)the owner is very kindly and helpfultrong is a great hostour host was extremely responsive and very helpfulthank you giang for hosting usLocation:
great location and lovey apartmentgreat location 200m from southern cross station & easy walk to stadiumvery good location right by southern cross stationfabulous location and beautiful unitneat and tidy great locationCleanliness:
nice and clean and cheap and good communicationnew sheets and towels and a quick spot carpet clean would fix most issuesthe apartment is very good and cleanwhat a fantastic place to stay for new years super clean comfy bed and a nice showervery clean with plenty of amenitiesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
amazing view from the apartmentapartment is nicely furnished has a great view and is reasonably pricednice view from lounge & bedroom bed was very comfortableit has a nice view from the living room and is a decent size for city unitsvery nice apartment had a lovely stay
15. A big luxurious house (from USD 476)
The ‘Stay Belgravia’ is a 9 bedroom house, with 3 luxury bathrooms and 3 toilets that accommodates 18 people. It has 2 balconies and also a courtyard with outdoor furniture, a large living room and dining space with tasteful interior decor. The living room comes with a TV and a Play Station 3. The kitchen too has a TV along with a dishwasher. There are amenities like washing machine, heater and also free WiFi. The beds are dressed in clean linen, which is arranged professionally during your stay. The place is very close to the Seddon village and the Footscray Transport Hub. The nearest railway station is only 300 metres away and the Tullamarine airport too is quite close by. Flemington, Etihad Stadium, MCG, Australian Open and Motor Grand Prix are all the places that are worth visiting around this location. There are several eateries and supermarkets like Coles and Footscray.
Top guest reviews
Host:
owner very very helpful, nothing too much troublevery accommodating and helpful owner too makes it a great experiencethe owner was very accommodating and easy to deal withwelcome pack greatly appreciatedeveryone slept very well, even the grandparentsLocation:
it is also a great convienient location close to everythinggreat location, close to public transport, shops and restaurantstrains an easy walk & only 10 mins to city centralfood trucks at yarraville gardens worth the visit toolots of great local eateriesCleanliness:
5 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms upstairs kept everyone else happygood facilities with plenty of cooking utensils and shower needsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
facilities provided were top rategrandparents had downstairs bedrooms with nearby bathroomvery close to town and discount shoppingfull size hairdriers which was a bonus for all the girlsgreat amenities, comfortable all 16 of us had plenty of room
16. The rental with a glass-covered pool
This is a two-bedroom rental, having two bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a large open dining/living area, and a balcony that offers the view of the Melbourne city from the 21st floor. It has a communal gymnasium, swimming pool covered with a glass roof, a tennis court and space for a car parking, under security check. The house is only 300m away from the Crown Casino and there are several cafes and restaurants and restaurants surrounding this place. Parties, pets and smoking are prohibited, which doesn’t make much of a difference, given to the luxury it offers. Major city attractions like the Eureka Skydeck, National Art Gallery, Royal Botanic Gardens are only a few minutes away.
641 meters (0.4 ft) from National Gallery of VictoriaTop guest reviews
Host:
she was so very helpful on our arivalines met us at the door and showed us where to parkthe check in was easy and communication with the owner was greatcheck in was simplethe owner was very responsive when we had questions and refunded the bond, the very next dayLocation:
close to casino and riverfront restaurantsconvenient location, with supermarket across the roadgreat locationthis property was in an amazing area and the views were amazing tosupermarket across the road was handy tooCleanliness:
apartment is clean and well maintainedthe apartment was very clean, tidy and well equippedthe unit was perfect and cleanlovely clean 2 bed apartment on southbankwell maintained, clean placeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the view is fantasticplenty of roomwifi (chargeable) was goodhowever the lounges inside were so comfy we overcame that disappointment quickly enougha clock radio next to bed
Look forward to coming back home as much as to going out
These holiday accommodations in Melbourne offer you the kind of comfort as well as the luxury that you seek when you are on a trip. You will look forward to coming back home to these stays as much as you would look forward to going out on a tour. Come home and rest yourselves well without having to face any hassle while prepping up for your next outdoor activity.
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