Balmain in New South Wales is an affluent neighborhood of Sydney, offering a trendy clothing and dining scene. The Victorian buildings located on Darling Street offer many pubs and cafés, as well as boutiques, restaurants and artisan bakeries. The area is occupied by many media figures and artists, as well as rich families. Most live in the beautiful sandstone workers’ cottages, which have been restored to perfection and line the leafy streets. Saturday’s see the Balmain markets, where shopaholics will find fashion, crafts and organic food. Curious to find out more about Balmain? Browse through our selection of some of the best Airbnbs in Balmain, Australia.
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1. Roomy and cozy apartment in the heart of Balmain (from USD 91)
Uncover the ultimate Balmain experience with this vacation rental in Australia. Set in an incredibly convenient location, just a short stroll from shops, cafes, bars, restaurants, and public transportation, this flat offers unparalleled accessibility. Its unexpectedly generous size makes it an ideal choice for accommodating guests while they explore the vibrant neighborhood of Balmain.
Enjoy the convenience of a laundry room and a well-appointed restroom, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay. Additional amenities include a portable crib for babies and free street parking. Immerse yourself in the comfort of this centrally located haven and easily discover the nearby attractions of Balmain.
Balmain, New South Wales, Australia
2.24 km (1.4 mi) from Sydney Fish MarketSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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location perfect for all facilities public transport places to eat lots of coffee shopsmy husband and i had a very comfortable stay (3 nights) in julien's studio apartmentjulien’s unit is well equipped and very comfortablejulien’s apartment was absolutely perfectall in all we would recommend julien's apartment for a stay in sydneyCleanliness:
it was clean and perfect for two peoplethe unit was very clean and looks like it has been recently updatedclean convenient flexi check in and outit was well appointed and clean and would definitely stay there againit was spacious clean comfortable and everythingHost:
the house is in a great spot and the hosts are super friendlyvery comfortable and great hosts who are just next door and upstairs if you need themgreat host and wonderful locationjulian was an absolute gentlemen and so helpful upon arrivaljulien a great host clear fast communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
great central location in balmaingreat location and quaint stayeasy bus services close by every 10mins to cbdan excellent place very handily located just a 10-15 minute bus ride from the cbdgreat location and hosts
2. Luxurious split-level apartment with spectacular views (from USD 151)
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Balmain, with its captivating walking trails and sweeping views of the picturesque harbor and iconic harbor bridge. This split-level rental property in Balmain offers a haven of comfort, with a master bedroom and bathroom on the lower level, and an inviting open living area adorned with a state-of-the-art kitchen and modern appliances on the upper level.
Indulge in the luxury of two balconies, granting you serene outdoor spaces to unwind. With complete access to the entire apartment, a designated parking space, and the added allure of a pool, sauna, and gym facilities, your every need is catered to.
Balmain, New South Wales, Australia
1.77 km (1.1 mi) from Sydney Fish MarketAccommodates: 4
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the fold out bed was comfortable and great for extra gueststhe hot yellow lamp option on the bathroom was a nice thoughta really comfortable and stylish space – a perfect base for exploring sydneywe had a great stay at paul’s apartmentthe bathroom is super de luxeCleanliness:
quiet and cleanvery clean modern comfortable and well fitted placepaul’s place was modern clean spacious and comfortablegreat apartment clean and had all the things you needpaul’s apartment was clean modern and comfortable well equipped and stocked with pantry basicsHost:
paul & chloe great hosts and immediately responsivepaul was very responsive and helpfulhost was very responsive when we needed assistancepaul was a great host awesome communication and response timeresponsive host great place to stay convenient and easyRead more reviewsLocation:
close to everything and far enough away for some peace and quietgreat quiet and convenient locationamazing apartment in an incredible locationit’s an excellent location and the place was very nicegreat apartment brilliant location for balmain village and into town
3. Beautiful separate private one-bedroom suite (from USD 62)
This attractive short-term rental in Balmain offers its own rear deck and private entrance. The home is located close to the ferry dock and public transport into the city’s CBD and two-minute walk from Darling Street. There is street parking. The suite has no kitchen but does offer a fridge, coffee machine, kettle, and toaster. Two complimentary beers will be placed in the fridge. The bed is double and there is a private bathroom. While there is no air conditioning, a fan and heating are provided. Free wireless Internet is provided for guests’ use.
Balmain, New South Wales, Australia
2.03 km (1.3 mi) from Sydney Fish MarketAccommodates: 2
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loved the coffee machine washing ironing facilitiesbeautiful private room with private courtyardso comfortable luxury linen shampoo coffee etcthe room is same as the photos great and cozythe accommodation is like a little apartment with great amenities and nice touchesCleanliness:
very clean private self contained unitvery clean and good value for moneyreally great comfortable room with a clean ensuite bathroom and nice outdoor loungethe room was clean and nice and had everything we neededso cosy and clean we highly recommendHost:
hosts were very helpful and knowledgeablelindsay and minny are great hosthosts were very generous and kindlindsay and minny are also very responsiveminny was friendly and we enjoyed our stay thereRead more reviewsLocation:
brilliant location for exploring sydneya perfect locationabsolute amazing location so beautiful and conveniently close to everythinggreat location and fantastic accommodationthe location is great that you can choose ferry or bus to reach the cbd
4. A quiet haven between two villages (from USD 64)
This accommodation in Balmain with a private bath is located in a bed & breakfast situated between Rozelle and Balmain. Both pretty villages are located only 5 km (3 miles) from the Sydney CBD. Public transport, restaurants, cafés, and shops are within easy walking distance. The room features a comfortable double bed with an electric blanket for the winter months and a wardrobe and chest of drawers. The private bathroom features a deep bath and hairdryer. There is private access to the room via French doors leading to the patio. Continental breakfast is provided each day. Free wireless Internet is available to guests.
Balmain, New South Wales, Australia
2.78 km (1.8 mi) from Sydney Fish MarketAccommodates: 2
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you have a private entrance into a very comfortable bedroom with ample cupboard spacemy elegant bedroom opened onto a sunny private verandah with a little table and chairsfiona's home is well situated with all the amenities required for a comfortable stayfiona provides everything for us-towels own bathroom comfy bed with fan in room etcis a lovely host - room and amenities are best in balmainCleanliness:
clean bright and cheerfulexceptionally clean with own entrance and bathroomvery clean and spacious own bathroom and privateher room was clean and the private bathroom was very nicethe private room and bathroom were very clean and comfortableHost:
very welcoming host & quiet streetfiona is a lovely host and makes you feel at homefiona is a happy helpful host : )fiona is a very welcoming host who made us feel completely at homefiona is an exceptionally lovely hostRead more reviewsLocation:
best location everything you need within walking distancegreat location for shops and restaurantsgreat location close to everything including bus route and ferry if neededa great location and good value for moneythe location is ideal for the city or just enjoying balmain
5. A contemporary house with a sun-drenched terrace
It is an incredible feeling to wake up to the breathtaking views of the harbor. And this contemporary house guarantees this if you stay in the master bedroom. As soon as you leave your bed, you can enjoy some fresh fruit served for breakfast on the sun-drenched terrace while absorbing the tranquility of the surroundings. Next to the dining room, you can find a large collection of books that will keep you company at night, right before you close your eyes to sleep.
Balmain, New South Wales, Australia
2.01 km (1.3 mi) from Sydney Fish MarketAccommodates: 4
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stylish decor fab views and comfortable lounge beds all roundgood for 2 couples or a family of 4 (kids sharing a double bed)decor was so stylish and rooms very spacious (which you honestly wouldn't think when looking from the outside)Cleanliness:
house was very clean nicely maintainedsuper clean and comfortable and had everything we neededgreat house very clean excellent kitchenvery clean and cosy at the same timeeasy check in process and very clean/comfortable accomodationHost:
host is very responsivetam our host was fantastic and helped out with all our requestsjoe was very friendly and was quick in respondinggreat communication from our hostRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful house in a great locationexcellent proximity to restaurants ferry and busvery good place to stay location is greatmany nice places to eat close byjoe’s place suited our needs perfectly for our long weekend in sydney
6. A stunning house for the ultimate Balmain retreat
Feel happy in the morning after a good night’s sleep on a comfortable queen bed. Leave your room and open the wall of folding doors that will lead you to a mature garden. Breathe in the freshness offered by the lush landscape of the garden, before coming back inside to cook up some breakfast. Enjoy your breakfast in the dining area or al-fresco, it is your choice. At night, have a barbecue while listening to your favorite music. For a pleasant bedtime, feel free to choose from the large collection of books available.
Balmain, New South Wales, Australia
2.24 km (1.4 mi) from Sydney Fish MarketAccommodates: 6
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the yard is comfortableperfect shampoo body wash plush towels comfortable beds all ammemties in the kitchen great location fab communicationCleanliness:
very clean and tidythe beds were comfortable and the house was spotless and well-appointed throughoutthe home was incredibly clean and comfortable for our family; such a treat to get a week herehouse is very clean and very well equipped - appreciated the washer/dryerHost:
geoff the property manager was extremely helpful and responsivegeoff was so kind to assist us with great communicationsgreat hosts to deal with and plenty of communicationsgeoff was a terrific hostmost importantly perfect hostRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location with everything you need close bycomfortable house in a great locationclose to ferry & short walk to darling st shops & restaurantsit's in a fantastic location to explore balmain and sydneywe loved the location and caught the ferry whenever possible as our preferred transport option
7. The Art of Living: private room in Victorian townhouse
This charming bedroom is located in a private Victorian terrace home in Balmain and offers beautiful views of the Sydney city skyline. Located on the main street in the inner west suburb of Sydney, the home is 6 km (just under 4 miles) from Sydney’s CBD. The suburb is easily accessible via bus services and ferry from the city. The restaurant and café culture of Balmain is close by, as well as boutique shops and heritage hotels. Guests have access to the kitchen where they can cook their own meals and can also enjoy the front and backyard of the home. Free Wi-Fi is available to guests.
1.68 km (1.1 mi) from Sydney Fish Market
8. Spacious room in apartment with harbor views, pool and gym
This brand-new room in a private and spacious, air-conditioned apartment features a queen bed and has its own private bathroom and is located steps from the harbor in Balmain with many lovely walks. There is a number of cafés and restaurants close by. The bus to the city CBD can be accessed with a five-minute walk. Guests are welcome to use the living area and well-equipped kitchen of the apartment, which has a balcony with harbor views. Free wireless Internet and TV are on offer to guests, who also have access to the pool and gym in the apartment complex.
2.75 km (1.8 mi) from Sydney Fish Market
9. Room in charming terrace house in Balmain
These comfortable rooms are located in a private, terrace house in the center of Balmain. The restaurants, shops, bars, and cafes are a two-minute walk away. The bus stop is also close by for access into the city. For a more scenic ride into the city, the ferry wharf is a seven-minute walk away. One room is upstairs, while the second is downstairs. While there is plenty of privacy in the rooms, the bathroom is shared with the owners. Guests have access to the downstairs area, including the living room, terrace, and kitchen, which opens onto a courtyard with vertical garden. Free Wi-Fi is available for guests’ use.
Balmain, New South Wales, Australia
2.18 km (1.4 mi) from Sydney Fish MarketTop guest reviews
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the room was comfortable and the queen bed is very comfortablevery comfortable bed in quiet front bedroomnice design with those quaint details charming backyard for breakfastsCleanliness:
very clean and well furnishedthe apartment is very clean and she has a lovely dog aggiethe room was comfortable and clean and we cooked in the well-appointed kitchenit is easy to find and go to everywhere room is very cleanthe house is very clean and their dog is a very cute and good behaviour dogeHost:
eliza is a great host providing excellent service in every wayalso super friendly host definitely recommendhelpful and friendly hostseliza and emilien were great hosts: friendly and helpfulwhat a gorgeous home lovely people and a beautiful 4 legged host aggieRead more reviewsLocation:
super house located in a very pretty and quiet area close to public transport and tradefirst of all the location is super greatit’s very easy to get into the city either by bus or the ferryvery easy to get to the city with the ferry or bustaking a bus to the city was easy and fast
10. Private room with views and own bathroom
This pretty double room is located in a private, three-story home in Balmain, minutes from the city’s CBD and with quick access to public transport and the ferry. The guest room is on the top floor of the home and has a balcony overlooking the city and harbor views. There is a private bathroom as well. Guests have access to laundry, free Internet, and Netflix TV. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided and free parking is available on the street.
Balmain, New South Wales, Australia
1.88 km (1.2 mi) from Sydney Fish MarketTop guest reviews
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gorgeous room with stunning viewsbeautiful room with an amazing view perfectly positioned in balmainnice private room with outstanding viewsthe view from the room was amazingthe room is nice with own bathroom and the view from room and balcony outstandingCleanliness:
anthony keeps the place clean and towels and linens are nicevery clean and quite a comfortable bedvery clean house look like just been renovatedimpeccably clean and comfortable - would love to stay again next timethe room was really clean and we had everything that we needHost:
the host was very responsive with emailsour host was most helpful and always availableanthony is a great hostanthony was a great host and also accomodatinganthony is an awesome host who responds to anyone communications immediatelyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is wonderfulit is really close to the city and you can easily catch the bus to the centrallocated in a quiet and lovely neighbourhood easy access to city centregood location if visiting family in balmaingreat location and easy to find parking
11. Private room in chic townhouse in the heart of Balmain
This comfortable double room is located in a private, two-story townhouse in the center of Balmain. The area is surrounded by beautiful parks, cafés, historic pubs and restaurants and is only a 15-minute bus journey or short ferry trip from the city’s CBD. The room has its own private balcony and shares a bathroom. Guests have access to the living area with Foxtel TV, a well-equipped kitchen, and unlimited wireless Internet.
Balmain, New South Wales, Australia
1.94 km (1.3 mi) from Sydney Fish MarketTop guest reviews
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comfortable bedroom onto balcony room also opening onto pleasant sitting/dining roomthe room is lovely and has its own balconythe room was small but adequate and bed comfyCleanliness:
the place is clean and spacioushouse was beautiful and clean and airythe bed is so comfy and smelled of fresh clean linenthe room is cleanshe said the place was generally quite dirty and needed a good cleanHost:
tom was a welcoming friendly and responsive host in his shared householdthe hosts could not be more helpful and made me feel so welcometom is a wonderful host - caring attentive communicative and understandinggreat hosts friendly and helpful but not intrusivetom and his partner were friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location easy instructionsthe house is in a fabulous locationlocation is close to public transport supermarket and other good food placesgreat location instructions and easy to communicateit was the perfect location (close to ferry and bus) and had wonderful cafes and restaurants nearby
12. An elegant house with modern touches
Indulge in all the modernities of this elegant house that can be found in Rozelle Village. Lounge on the back patio and watch the calming water feature whenever you feel the need to relax. Or, ease your mind by admiring the chic decor and wooden floors throughout the house. The living area comes with comfortable couches, where you can lay down and sip on your morning coffee.
The kitchen awaits you to show off some of your cooking skills. The best thing about this house is perhaps its capability to accommodate up to eleven guests by offering six bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Rozelle, New South Wales, Australia
2.48 km (1.6 mi) from Sydney Fish MarketTop guest reviews
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there is even foxtel and super fast wifithe kitchen is complete with anything you could possibly need to cook a feast and is very cleanthe 3 toilets and 2 bathrooms was an added bonusa great place to stay with excellent facilitiesthere is a bathtub in one of the bathrooms upstairs which we absolutely loved and took advantage ofCleanliness:
all have nice and clean beddingsbeautiful recently redone wood floors in a spacious placebeautiful house well equipped very clean and a fabulous areathe house is lovely very clean tidy and cosythe house was clean and there was plenty of roomHost:
brooke is a fantastic hostbrooke was an amazing hostthe hospitality of the owner was just delightfulbrooke is a wonderful host who is thoughtful and hospitablebrooke was a very gracious host and made us feel so welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is just perfectits location close to shops and transport links makes it an ideal base for anyone visiting sydneygreat location too not far from the citygreat place in a well-located neighborhood just west of the central citygreat location - walking distance to lovely cafes and only a 10 minute drive to the cbd
Enjoy all the attractions of Sydney from quieter Balmain
Visitors to this Sydney suburb have access to all the many attractions of the city’s CBD, all available via a short ferry ride from the Balmain East ferry port. Enjoy a quieter experience with quaint restaurants and bars while staying in one of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Balmain, Australia.
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