Top 10 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Brunswick East, Australia - Updated 2024

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Brunswick East is an inner suburb in Melbourne, Victoria. There are a few tourist destinations inside - as well as outside Brunswick East - which attract plenty of tourists throughout the year. The City Circle Tram is an excellent option for those looking to explore the city in a day. It is a free tram which is linked to the city’s major landmarks such as the City Museum, Parliament House, Docklands, Federation Square, Melbourne Aquarium and the Princess Theatre. People interested in water sports can explore Sea Kayak Australia, which happens in Melbourne’s Port Phillip and Westernport Bays. There are different kinds of kayaking tours like the Melbourne City Twilight Kayak Tour, Williamstown Sea Kayak Tour, Point Nepean Dolphin Sanctuary Sea Kayak Tour and Corner Inlet Wilsons Promontory Sea Kayak Tour happening throughout the day. Families with children can head to the Melbourne Zoo, which has 250 species from all over the world. One of the most popular tourist haunts is the Melbourne Museum where you can explore the Australian social history, Aboriginal cultures, science and the environment. Here’s a peek at the top 10 Airbnb rentals in Brunswick East to help you plan your holiday.

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 06, 2024.

1. Cozy inner-city studio apartment (from USD 79)

The property is conveniently located in the inner-city suburb of Brunswick East and can accommodate two guests. The apartment has a bedroom with a comfortable queen bed and a bathroom with toilet. The kitchen is equipped with amenities like a coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator and other essentials for guests to prepare their own meals. Other facilities like an iron, air conditioner, washer, Wi-Fi, TV and hair dryer are also available. Free street parking is available. Smoking is not permitted and guests are not allowed to host parties. The Airbnb rental is not suitable for children under 12 years and it is not safe for pets. The rental is a five-minute walk from shops, bars, restaurants, cafes and public transport. It is very close to Fitzroy, Carlton and Northcote. Trams one and eight give a tour of the city in just 20 minutes. The Community Garden is about 30 meters (98.4 feet) from the property and specialty shops and a supermarket are a 10-minute walk from the rental.

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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
1.81 km (1.2 mi) from Melbourne Zoo
367 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guesthouse 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
bed was comfy good wifi
the beds are cosy (with extra blankets and pillows too ) and the toilet has got good heating too
toilet is clean and sparkling and anthony provides one of the most luxurious toilet papers i've ever seen
i felt so so comfortable at this stay and all stuff anthony prepared were so lovely
the accommodation was comfortable homely and had everything we needed at a really reasonable cost
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and well organised
clean and very peaceful accommodation
the place is spotless and very comfortable
the apartment is clean and well-furnished with many eateries nearby
the studio was private clean and warm and comfortably furnished
Host:
host went out of his way to make me feel comfortable
anthony is a great host
anthony is a great host who was very welcoming and always happy to help
anthony himself was super lovely helpful and welcoming
anthony is a fabulous host
Location:
great location and excellent touches
great location & value for money
wonderful location set aside for privacy
great location super helpful tips and tricks around melbourne
it is in a great location for exploring melbourne
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2. Modern apartment on famous street, 6 kms (3.7 miles) from city (from USD 32)

Located in a busy residential area on Lygon Street, the apartment offers space for two guests. Located on the sixth floor of a building, the bedroom has a double bed and guests have to share the bathroom. Guests can access the well-equipped kitchen to prepare meals. Hair dryer, iron, air conditioner, washer, TV and Wi-Fi are also available in the apartment. Smoking, parties and events are not allowed in the premises. The apartment is not safe for children below two. A supermarket and a tram stop are located nearby from where you can take tram number one and eight, which are a 17-minute ride to the city center. Eateries and bars in the downtown street of Melbourne are a short distance from the property. The CERES Community Environment Park is a short walk from the rental too.

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Brunswick East, Victoria, Australia
2.64 km (1.7 mi) from Melbourne Zoo
146 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
a smart flat good views from the balcony and a great shower
the room is very a nice size with a very comfortable bed
we would highly recommend a stay at lauren’s apartment
Cleanliness:
very clean and cozy apartment
clean and peaceful
a very clean and comfortable stay
the house was clean and tidy
everything was clean comfortable and adequate
Host:
lauren was a kind host
lauren was a perfect host
lauren was a great host
lauren was a great host
lauren is a lovely host
Location:
a great location very close to the city
great location and easy and safe access to the city
great location as i was on a course within walking distance
great location and easy walk to lygon street for dinner
very nice place close to city
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3. Studio - 4.7 km (2.9 miles) to Melbourne CBD (from USD 72)

The rental is located on the cusp of Brunswick East and North Carlton and offers accommodation for two guests. The bedroom has a queen-size bed and guests will have to share the bathroom. The kitchen is well-equipped and you can cook meals here. A refrigerator, coffee maker, washer, iron, air conditioner, TV, Wi-Fi and hair dryer are also available. The property is not suitable for pets and guests are not allowed to host parties or events during their stay. Shops, restaurants, parks, cafes and Melbourne Zoo are located nearby. The rental is a 20-minute walk from the tram station and CBD. The city center is a 15-minute tram ride and it is 10 minutes on foot to Lygon Street.

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Brunswick East, Victoria, Australia
2.16 km (1.4 mi) from Melbourne Zoo
140 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guesthouse 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the small touches like breakfast and coffee supplies were appreciated
the place has been thoughtfully set up with comfort in mind - cooking equipment tv air con
our personal space was given and the room was perfect and clean
the studio is lovely (the bed extremely comfortable)with plenty of light and storage space
the flat is clean with a comfy bed wifi and a tv with foxtel
Cleanliness:
spotlessly clean small space similar to a tidy hotel room
the place was so clean and tidy and comfortable
the studio was clean bright and really comfortable
the place is compact clean and self contained which was perfect for me and my daughter
the place is super quaint and very clean
Host:
ivana was the perfect host
ivana is a super helpful host
ivana is the perfect host
ivana was an adorable host
ivana is a fantastic host
Location:
great location in melbourne with easy access to trams and walking distance to great food
great location close to trams and bike tracks
ivana's place was perfectly located for us
ivana's place is in an perfect location for exploring the inner north and close to town
comfortable and very convenient for public transport and near to good places for coffee/ breakfast/brunch
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4. Studio 60a in North Fitzroy (from USD 103)

Located in North Fitzroy, the rental can accommodate two guests. The bedroom has a queen-size bed and you get access to the bathroom. Breakfast is provided to guests. The kitchen is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker and stove. Hair dryer, iron, air conditioner, TV and Wi-Fi are other facilities available on the property. Free street parking is also available. Smoking is not allowed. The rental is not suitable for children under 12 or pets. You cannot host parties. The Airbnb rental is close to Brunswick, Northcote, Westgarth, Carlton and Fitzroy. Bars, cafes and restaurants are located within a 2-km (1.24-mile) radius and the Edinburgh Gardens and Merri Creek are a short walk from the property. The apartment is a two-minute walk to tram 96 stop, which gives a tour of Southbank, South Melbourne, Middle Park, Albert Park and Saint Kilda.

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Fitzroy North, Victoria, Australia
2.57 km (1.6 mi) from Melbourne Zoo
780 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
comfortable and would suit a single person or couple
lovely little tucked away apartment exactly as expected from the photos
we were comfortable and had everything we needed
bed was incredibly comfortable
the space was really comfortable stylish easy to access and had everything we needed
Cleanliness:
exceptionally clean and comfortable
super clean stylish and cozy
clean and restful and beautifully decorated
great homely and clean studio to stay in
the bathroom was small but clean and the water nice and hot
Host:
host was easy to communicate with
the hosts were friendly and responsive
the hosts were easy to communicate with
hosts were friendly and easy to deal with
rachel & bianca were amazing hosts and the place was beautifully decorated
Location:
perfect location with tram not too far away
awesome location and beautiful apartment
loved it very cute house that’s close to everything
super cute within walking distance to a few amazing & cute cafes
stunning apartment in a convenient location
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5. Double room in North Fitzroy with Wi-Fi, 20 seconds to tram (from USD 45)

The apartment is located in the north end of North Fitzroy. The property can sleep two guests and boasts a bedroom with a double bed. Guests have access to the kitchen, living room and the shared bathroom. The open kitchen has a dishwasher, refrigerator and stove. Washer, iron, Wi-Fi, air conditioner and hair dryer are also provided. Free street parking is allowed. The rental has a no smoking and no pet’s policy. Guests cannot host parties or events. The building is close to tram 96, which takes you to the CBD in 20 to 30 minutes, cafes like the Pope Joan, the shopping and restaurant areas of Lygon Street, Sydney Road and Saint George’s Road.

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Fitzroy North, Victoria, Australia
2.67 km (1.7 mi) from Melbourne Zoo
41 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in townhouse 1 Bed 2 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
it is super clean comfortable and has all the amenities that you would need
Cleanliness:
lovely place very clean and stylish
clean spacious with a great bed and fantastic shower
it is clean and inviting with a very comfortable bed
marcella’s place is lovely clean and spacious
beautiful clean place in great location
Host:
she is really kind and a great host
marcella is a really great host
marcella is a very friendly host
the host was very friendly and courteous
marcella is a great host :) very friendly and welcoming
Location:
great room in a great location
it’s in a fantastic location
comfortable bed good location very close to the tram right into the city
good location close to tram stop 20-30mins to city price is very value
marcella's apartment is in a convenient location and we had a great stay
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6. The apartment you're looking for with Wi-Fi and parking (from USD 70)

The property is on the tram line in Brunswick East and is suitable for two guests. The bedroom has a queen bed and you get access to a shared bathroom. The property has a well-equipped kitchen and two rooftop gardens. The rental also offers hair dryer, iron, air conditioner, TV, washer and Wi-Fi connection. Free parking on the premises is available. Smoking is not permitted and guests cannot host parties or events. The property is not suitable for pets. The rental is close to coffee shops, restaurants, supermarkets, underground activities, Lygon Street and tram 96.

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Brunswick East, Victoria, Australia
2.45 km (1.6 mi) from Melbourne Zoo
166 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
kitchen amenities great
nice apartment - handy to shops and other amenities
terrific apartment with awesome city views from the roof top garden
comfy bed fantastic amenities and great location
this is their review:“we had a very comfortable almost two-month stay at her smart apartment
Cleanliness:
clean apartment exactly as advertised
fabulous modern and clean unit
apartment was fantastically clean and modern
it was perfectly clean and nicely furnished
the unit itself was clean and comfortable
Host:
lauren is an excellent host
lauren was a lovely kind host trying her best to make us feel right at home
lauren is an outstanding host
great place and a great host
lauren is responsive and helpful
Location:
great location in beautiful brunswick
great location close to public transport
perfect location for what we needed
great apartment in a great location
very central apartment with easy access to key melbourne attractions
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7. A comfortable queen bed, great Wi-Fi and free smiles

The rental is perfectly located in the heart of Brunswick East and can accommodate one person. The bedroom has a queen-size bed and the bathroom has a separate toilet. The home has a balcony and a garden with BBQ facilities. Though breakfast is provided, the kitchen is fully equipped with a coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, stove, oven and other essentials where guests can prepare their own food. Other amenities like Wi-Fi, iron, TV, washer, dryer, air conditioner and hair dryer are also available. Free street parking is allowed. Smoking is not permitted and pets are not allowed. Hosting of parties is not permitted. The apartment is not safe for children below 12. The property is very close to cafes, pubs, bars, restaurants and shopping streets. The apartment is a 20-minute train ride from the city center and 10 minutes on foot from Fitzroy.

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Brunswick, Victoria, Australia
2.27 km (1.5 mi) from Melbourne Zoo
75 reviews  
Private room in house 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
paul provided great coffee and offered breakfast as well
super handy desk in the room too if you have to catch up on work (including great wifi )
i liked the small backyard for breakfast in the sun
and the bed was super comfy
nice quite place cool room when it was hot outside
Cleanliness:
the room was clean spacious and stylish
the room is very clean and community is very quiet
their place is sparkling clean warm cosy and bright
the room was really nice and clean would definitely recommend
this home is very clean any stylish
Host:
paul and justine were awesome hosts
great hosts who go the extra mile
they also offered me great restaurant recommendations and helpful advice on finding a more permanent home in melbourne
paul and justine are lovely hosts being really easy going and showing great hospitality
paul and justine are fantastic hosts
Location:
the location is excellent
great location and super comfy bed
the location was also excellent and quiet
great location great bed love the stay there
it's a great brunswick location
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8. Fabulous two-bedroom apartment in trendy Brunswick East

The property is located in Brunswick East and is suitable for four people. Guests have access to two bedrooms with a queen-size bed each, the living room with a comfortable couch, a well-equipped kitchen and a bathroom with walk-in shower. You will also have access to TV, Wi-Fi, iron, air conditioner, washer and hair dryer. Free car parking on the premises as well as on the street is available. Smoking is not allowed and guests cannot host parties or events. The room is not suitable for pets and kids under two. The property is located near grocery shops, restaurants, cafes, the Princess Park and the Edinburgh Garden, tram stations and shopping spots. The Airbnb rental is located near tram one, which gives a tour of Lygon Street, Melbourne University, State Library, Malthouse Theatre, South Melbourne Beach, Bay Street and Melbourne Central. It is also near tram six which gives a tour to Victoria Gardens, The Shrine of Remembrance, Flinders Street Station, Sidney Myer Music Bowl and National Gallery of Victoria. Tram 96 stop is about 500 meters (1,640 feet) from the apartment and takes you to Carlton Gardens, Bourke Street Mall, DFO Southwharf, Melbourne Museum, Acland Street, Catani Gardens, Luna Park and Palais Theatre.

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2.62 km (1.7 mi) from Melbourne Zoo
57 reviews  
Entire apartment 2 Beds 4 Guests

9. Cozy apartment with amazing views of Melbourne

The apartment is located in a friendly neighborhood near Lygon Street and Sydney Road and it can accommodate two guests. The rental has a bedroom with a double bed and built-in wardrobes. Guest get access to the shared bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped with a coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, oven and stove where you can make your own meals. Guests can use the TV, Wi-Fi, iron, washer and air conditioner available at the property. Free street parking and paid parking on the premises is also available. Smoking is not allowed inside the apartment, but you can smoke on the balcony. The rental has a no pet’s policy. You cannot host events at the property. The cozy rental is located near cafes, restaurants, pubs and tram stations, which take you to the beaches and the city center in 15 minutes. The apartment is also located near five tram routes and three train stations on the Upfield Line. The Merri Creek trail and the Moonee Ponds Creek trail are also in close proximity to the rental.

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2.12 km (1.4 mi) from Melbourne Zoo
27 reviews  
Private room 1 Bed 2 Guests

10. Lovely Georgian Cottage in central location

This picturesque Georgian cottage is conveniently located near Brunswick’s city center and is suitable for two guests. The rental offers one bedroom with a queen-size bed and a bathroom. Guests have access to the kitchen and balcony. Breakfast is provided for a fee. The kitchen is equipped with a stove, microwave, refrigerator, dishes, pots and pans where you can prepare your own food. Wi-Fi, iron, TV and hair dryer are also available at the property. Free street parking is allowed. Smoking, parties and events are strictly prohibited in the apartment and it is not suitable for pets. The Airbnb rental is ideal for couples, families, solo and business travelers as it is very close to Lygon Street, The Alderman, Rumi, 400 Gradi, Gello bar gellataria and Thai la Thai. Mooney Ponds, Fitzroy, Coburg, Carlton, Clifton Hill and Northcote are located near the cottage. The property is a minute’s walk from the bus stop. The Lygon Street tram stop is a three-minute walk and the Nicholson Street tram stop is a four-minute walk.

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Brunswick East, Victoria, Australia
2.38 km (1.5 mi) from Melbourne Zoo
202 reviews  
Entire cottage 3 Beds 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great bed and amenities
absolutely beautiful for photos and very comfortable living space
the place itself is well set-up and we loved having breakfast on the little balcony
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and tidy
jenny's place was clean and beautiful
the house is gorgeous clean comfortable and unique
jenny’s cottage was immaculately clean and well presented
house was very clean and has everything you need
Host:
jenny was an amazing host and very quick with responses
jenny was a great host
jenny was a superb host who was very helpful
jenny was a wonderful host and fantastic communicator
jenny was a great host and very responsive with communications
Location:
amazingly cute and awesome location
great location and stylish house
it is close to good restaurants and shopping
great location close to lygon st
great location easy check in cute 'cottage'
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Explore Brunswick East and its little nuggets

The lovely city has a well-defined public transport system and getting to and fro using the trams is a great way of exploring Brunswick East. Travelers can indulge in activities ranging from kayaking to theater. Children will love a visit to the Melbourne Zoo and shopping enthusiasts have plenty of options to choose from!

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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