The suburb of Bulimba lies in Brisbane and is 4 km (2.4 miles) from CBD. Bulimba literally means “place of the magpie-lark” and is near Hawthorne and Balmoral. Bulimba is the perfect blend of urban and suburban life and is replete with quaint cafes and charming boutiques. The picturesque riverfront is popular with tourists and travellers can easily take a ferry to explore other cities. A popular tourist haunt is Oxford Street, which is bustling with activity. Travellers can do everything from sipping on craft beer to trying out different cuisines. The Eat Street market is sure to find favour with gastronomes and a walk down the riverside is the perfect way to unwind. Here’s a look at the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Bulimba 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 February 02, 2024.
1. Quiet guesthouse, a stone's throw to Oxford Street (from USD 60)
This guesthouse in Bulimba is located just a stone’s throw from the popular Oxford Street. The rental is suitable for two people who will be comfortable in a room with a king bed and a private bath. The flat is on the ground floor and guests have complete privacy. You can cook meals in the kitchenette which has a microwave, fridge, coffee and tea making facilities. You can lounge in the living area and watch TV here. Amenities such as Wi-Fi, essentials, free parking on premises, and iron are provided. The home does not allow smoking or parties. It is unsuitable for pets and kids under 12 years old. The rental is just 250 meters (820 foot) from the Bulimba Ferry and a 20-minute drive from the airport.
Bulimba, Queensland, AustraliaAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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actual breakfast tea and coffee provided very lovely place to staynice coffee and breakfast provided 100% cotton linen and towelsnice to have a continental breakfast availablea wonderful stay most comfortable bed cotton linen plenty of bathroom supplieswe had such a great nights sleep in the huge comfortable bedCleanliness:
clean and comfortable and safeimpeccably clean comfortable and stylish unitamazing bed with a clean modern feelvery nice and clean placegreat place clean new freshHost:
jen is very nice host with a swift responsea credit to the hostsjen was a helpful host and we'd love to stay again if we ever returned to bulimbaalso very quick to respond and friendly before during and after the stayjen was a great host easy communication check in and check outRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and good valueperfect location close to everything bulimba has to offer and very close to the ferrynice location; close to all bulimba has to offeran easy walk to the main shopping centre and the bulimba ferrya great place in a perfect location
2. Self-contained, convenient, spacious and comfortable home (from USD 48)
This rental is located in Hawthorne, which is a 6-minute drive from Bulimba. Guests get access to the entire lower section of the home, which includes the kitchen and pool. The property is suitable for two people who can sleep in the room with a queen bed and an attached bathroom. You can lounge in the living room and watch TV. Amenities such as Wi-Fi, essentials, heating, hot water, air-conditioning and iron are provided. You also get free on-premises parking. The Airbnb rental is just 2 km (1.2 miles) from Southbank and Fortitude Valley. The Brisbane River is a 6-minute walk from the home. Several restaurants and convenience stores are located a short distance away. The popular Oxford Street is a 5-minute drive from the home. The rental does not permit smoking or events. It is unsuitable for pets and kids under 12 years old.
Hawthorne, Queensland, AustraliaAccommodates: 2
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this is a spacious place with good facilities including several fans and an air conditioner in the bedroomhad a comfortable stay at alex’s beautiful abodethe house is comfortable immaculate and spacious with a lovely outdoor spacewonderful relaxed vibe with amazing pool to enjoy within a lovely green gardengreat bedroom and big bathroomCleanliness:
very clean and spaciousgreat accommodation- clean handy friendlyit was clean and well equippedthe house is super clean and comfortit was spotlessly clean and an added bonus of a poolHost:
alex was a great hostalex is a great host toogreat host and great placehe is a great hostalex was a great host and always made sure if things were okRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location and very nice spacethe location is excellent restaurants and a shop a short walk away very convenientsuper close to the airport and easy self check ingreat place to stay very close to the heart of bulimbaalex's place was very well located
3. Two-bedroom apartment
This two-bedroom property is in Bulimba – atop a hill – and can accommodate four people. Both bedrooms have queen beds and guests share one bathroom. Guest can relax in the lounge and watch TV. You can also unwind in the huge deck, which offers spectacular views of the bridge and river. The kitchen is well-equipped and you can cook meals here. Parties and smoking are not permitted. Dogs are allowed as long as you keep them off the furniture. You can also rent a portacot for your stay for an additional USD20. Amenities such as Wi-Fi, heating, essentials, and free parking on premises are offered. The rental is 10 minutes and 15 minutes away from Brisbane City and the airport, respectively. Fortitude Valley and South Bank are also 10 minutes from the home. The vacation home is also near the ferry and bus station.
Bulimba, Queensland, AustraliaTop guest reviews
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the air conditioning was great as it was very steamy and humidvery nice touches with breakfast tea and coffeestylish decor and great flow really comfy beds and welcome icy air-concloset light helpful to illuminate step by bathroom at nightthe place is modern and bright lovely bathroom and kitchen facilities and the deck is outstandingCleanliness:
very clean would stay againreally nice place clean and quiethouse was clean comfortablevery clean and well put togethertravelled with my dog charlie and the place was perfect and really cleanHost:
communications with host excellentmike was very helpful tooowner was really responsive to the questions asked before and after bookinghosts are very responsive and easy to deal withhost were really amazing great space in a good areaRead more reviewsLocation:
location was goodgood place close to cityshort walk to a great neighbourhoodgreat location and great priceamazing location for using the city cat for travel so close to the city
4. Bulimba Riverside cottage
This riverside cottage in Bulimba is the perfect retreat for travellers looking for some quiet time. The rental is suitable for four people. The home has two bedrooms: one with a queen bed, whereas the other has two single beds. The heritage cottage provides amenities such as essentials, TV, Wi-Fi, free parking on premises, crib iron and more. You can access the kitchen to cook a meal, but breakfast is also provided by the hosts. The home is a great location for those looking to explore Brisbane, Oxford Street and Woolworths. Several bars, restaurants and cafes are in the area. The bus and ferry stops are a 5-minute walk from the rental. The home does not permit smoking or events.
Bulimba, Queensland, AustraliaTop guest reviews
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the room's so comfort and quiet(at night)the cottage is in a great neighborhood—we were comfortable walking at any time of the day or nightvery easy check-in well equipped kitchen and a nice verandah to relax onCleanliness:
quite simple but scrupulously cleanoriginal condition and simple but clean and comfortablevery clean and nice locationsophia's house was fresh and clean and it was wonderful to have our old dog accompany ushouse is old but very comfortable and cleanHost:
sophia is a great host and made everything super easysophia was an awesome host quick responses and easy to get along withvery good communications and hostsophia is a great host very responsive and super helpfulsophia was very friendly and responded well and quickly to questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fantasticgreat location walking distance to shops ferrygreat location really nice area to stay so close to everythingnice place location is fantasticbeautiful house in a fantastic location
5. Beautiful apartment for four
This beautiful home in Bulimba overlooks the Brisbane River and the well-furnished apartment accommodates four people. Both the bedrooms have queen beds and guests share one bathroom. The kitchen has cooking basics such as pots and pans, fridge, coffee maker, microwave and oven. Guests can easily cook a meal if they choose. You can watch TV in the comfortable lounge or enjoy the views of the Brisbane River from the massive deck. The home is a short walk from the ferry service that takes you to town. Oxford Street – which has more than 40 restaurants and bars, as well as parks – is a 10-minute walk from the rental. Guests get amenities like Wi-Fi, ironing board, essentials, air-conditioning, free parking on premises and more. The property does not allow parties or events.
6. Riverside apartment, 10 minutes to airport
This property is in Hamilton which is an 18-minute drive from Bulimba. The riverside apartment is suitable for three people who are accommodated in a bedroom with a double bed, as well as the common space which has a sofa bed. The guests get their own bathroom and can access the lounge and kitchen. The flat is a few minutes from Brisbane’s CBD and is well furnished. The popular Eat Street market is nearby. You also get spectacular views of the river. The home is just 10 minutes from the airport and great for unwinding. The rental does not allow smoking or parties. You get access to amenities such as TV, essentials and air-conditioning. You also get access to the pool and free parking on premises.
7. Burwood cottage
This Airbnb rental is located in Hamilton in Queensland, which is 19 minutes away from Bulimba. The vacation home is conveniently located near the city and the Brisbane airport. The property accommodates two guests who get a private room with an attached bathroom. The bedroom has a queen bed and is air-conditioned. The Burwood Cottage was built in 1915 and has a lovely veranda and deck. Guests do not have a kitchen available at their disposal. However, the hosts offer breakfast for USD10 per person. You get essentials, free parking on premises, Wi-Fi, iron and hot water. The rental is near the ferry and bus services, as well as eateries. Bretts Wharf is a 3-minute walk from the home and you can take a ferry to the city from here. You can walk along the Kingsford Smith Drive Walk near the Brisbane River to get to the Historical Newstead House. Smoking and hosting of events are not allowed.
Hamilton, Queensland, Australia
8. History meets luxury
This Airbnb vacation home is in Teneriffe, which is a 19-minute drive from Bulimba. The home – a heritage-listed wool store apartment – can accommodate two people. Guests get a bedroom with a queen bed and an attached bathroom. The balcony offers incredible views of the Brisbane’s skyline, as well as the river. You can lounge in the living area, watch TV or read a book from the home’s library. You can also take a dip in the indoor heated pool. Guests can prepare meals in the well-equipped kitchen and a washer and dryer are available. Guests also get free parking on the premises, essentials, Wi-Fi, hot water and air-conditioning. The home is a short walk from bars, cafes, shops and eateries. The home is a few minutes away from the ferry terminal and bus stop.
Teneriffe, Queensland, AustraliaTop guest reviews
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a perfect room with stunning viewsstunning view from the room and lovely balcony to enjoy sunriseexcellent internet great bedroom and bathroomamazing view out of the room as wellthe room is private with an ensuite and nice views out on the riverCleanliness:
everything was clean and just perfectthe house is great clean and tidyperfectly clean and really well decoratedthe room and ensuite were very clean and comfortablea lovely clean apartment with a great hostHost:
she is a delightful hostshe is kind and caringsally is a friendly host with excellent hospitalitysally was a great hostsally is a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location central to everything in brisbanesal's place was located perfectly for our needsa great place to stay near transport linksbeautiful apartment which offers privacy luxury and an awesome locationit's in a great location close to the river and easy to get into the city
9. A spacious one-bedroom ground-floor apartment
This rental is in Bulimba and the one-bedroom ground-floor apartment is suitable for two people. Guests get a room with a double bed and a private bath. You get access to the kitchen where you can cook a meal. Guests can also relax in the lounge which has a cable TV. The courtyard is cozy and you can enjoy a BBQ here. The home is a minute away from public transportation and a short distance from Oxford Street. The airport is a 20-minute drive from the property. You get free on-site parking and access to amenities such as Wi-Fi, essentials, hot water, iron and more. The rental does not allow events and is unsuitable for pets and kids below 12 years old.
Bulimba, Queensland, AustraliaTop guest reviews
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sitting room had a lovely couch and armchairfree wifi dvds books to read secure off street parkingthe apartment is beautiful with many thoughtful amenitiesexcellent quality mattress pillows bed sheetsthe bed was very comfortable with feather cushionsCleanliness:
the bed was very clean and comfortablethe place was spotlessly cleanthe apartment was clean and comfortablevery clean and comfortable atmosphere and very helpfulthe apartment is immaculately clean and well equippedHost:
the hosts are so thoughtfulhe is the perfect host and gives great local advicea great host with thoughtful toucheslovely hosts mac and annie very hospitable helpful and knowledgeable of the areafriendly and helpful hosts who couldn't have been more accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellentthere's a bus route and otherwise easy by car and close to the airportgreat location very close to the ferry terminal and a quiet neighbourhoodthe location was great and only a minute walk to apollo road citycat ferry terminalextremely well appointed private accomodation close to transport options
Bulimba: the perfect retreat for travellers
This suburb of Brisbane is perfect for travellers looking for some bar hopping, shopping and some downtime. Bulimba is well connected to Hamilton, Hawthorne and Balmoral. You can easily explore them via the ferry. The suburb offers fantastic food options for gastronomes, and Oxford Street is where all the action is at!
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