Top 12 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Darlinghurst, Australia - Updated 2024

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Sydney is a vibrant Australian City that attracts a lot of tourists each year. You can visit its top attractions or explore non-touristy things to do and live more like a local! One of its suburbs, Darlinghurst, is a must-visit! This inner-city eastern suburb is known for its terraced houses. They still line their vibrant streets. This city has 24/7 entertainment with a small bar scene, parties, and fairs. Home to two of Sydney’s museums, the Australian Museum and the Sydney Jewish Museum, the place has a lot of activities and sightseeing to offer. Live like a local and sample their coffee in one of the local coffee houses lining the streets that are mostly independently owned and operated. Thinking about visiting Darlinghurst soon? Make your stay more memorable and check out our list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Darlinghurst, Australia.

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 24, 2024.

1. Modern apartment with a workspace

Explore more of the suburb in this centrally located apartment in Darlinghurst. Experience magic at the Australian Museum of Magical Arts, which is a 10-minute walk away, or join in on the intrigue at this hidden bar 8 minutes away, Shady Pines Saloon.

After a day of exploring, this apartment is a place of relaxation with air conditioning, plush sofas, and comfortable beds. If you’re hungry from all the adventures, whip up a quick meal in the fully equipped kitchen. You can also catch up on some work at the dedicated workspace.

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Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
1.06 km (0.7 mi) from Hyde Park
24 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
a wonderfully clean place in a great location
Host:
michelle was a lovely responsive and generous host
michelle was a very helpful and communicative host
Location:
and in the best location restaurants on our street kings cross station a 4 min walk away
nice accomodation in a good location
a great place in the heart of darlinghurst
we loved our stay at michelle’s apartment perfect stay in the middle of darlinghurst close to cafes/bars/restaurants
i had such a wonderful stay at michelle's place
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2. Stylish apartment in a 1920 Art Deco building

This one-bedroom Airbnb in Darlinghurst is perfect for singles or couples who want to explore the suburb. It’s very stylish with a neutral color palette with bursts of color provided by artwork and decorative pieces all around. There is a fully equipped kitchen for hassle-free meal preparations, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a dedicated workspace.

Live the local life, walk around and reach Oxford Street within 5 minutes, or catch a show at the Opera House, 30 minutes away. Transportation is also very accessible with Kings Cross Station just seven minutes away.

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Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
1.12 km (0.7 mi) from Hyde Park
24 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the apartment was super clean and all furniture are new
Cleanliness:
my stay was very pleasant the apartment is clean and had all the necessities
i loved the apartment very clean very good communication and location the hosts are very flexible i recommend them
Host:
had a great experience hosts were very responsive
chelsea is lovely responsive and tended to my needs
the hosts were very communicative as well before and after check in and check out
chelsea was able to meet us to hand over keys and was very friendly
Location:
great location was easily able to walk to kings cross station and move around sydney via the trains
darlinghurst is great area to stay in lots of nice cafes restaurants and very close to the cbd
great location and a lot of space for one or a couple
we recommend this place :))
perfect location and super clean
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3. Comfy loft located between Darlinghurst and Surry Hills (from USD 139)

Enjoy the best of the city and the nearby Surry Hills from this Airbnb accommodation in Darlinghurst for two. Located at the border of both inner cities, you can easily reach several restaurants, bars, cafes, and attractions like Sydney Tower and Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney.

Architecturally designed, this loft offers a unique and serene experience, boasting a high ceiling and large windows. It features amenities such as a comfortable queen-sized bed, a smart TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime, and a fully equipped kitchen. An iron, ironing board, and internal laundry are also included.

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Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
505 meters (0.4 ft) from Hyde Park
366 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire loft 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
shimal's apartment lived up to everything promised
the apartment is thoughtfully appointed with tea and coffee and a universal adapter
Cleanliness:
the apartment was very clean and nice
the apartment was very clean and comfortable
the place is kept very clean and tidy
beautiful clean and centerally located
it was clean and easy to get in and out of
Host:
host was great with communication
he was very responsive and helpful whenever we had questions
host was very quick with responding and communicating thanks for having us
host was a great communicator and check-in/check-out was easy
shimal is also very friendly and gave good directions to reach the apartment
Location:
the location is brilliant and walking distance to practically everything
great location in a very trendy neighborhood
good location - 5 minute walk to museum train station
perfect place very central to everything
location is ideal - can walk to the harbour and is very close to hyde park
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4. A slice of a New York apartment in Darlinghurst (from USD 88)

Wondering where to stay in Darlinghurst? Enjoy a slice of New York and stay in this one-bedroom apartment. Accommodating up to two people, this home features high ceilings, large windows, and an Art Deco design that New York is famous for. This is complemented by amenities like a fully-functioning kitchen, comfy couch, bar counter, and many more. There are also complimentary coffee, tea, snacks, chocolates, and a small array of alcohol for your pleasure.

As for places you can visit, this home is only a three-minute walk from the famous Kings Cross and ten minutes to Rushcutters Bay Park and Circular Quay.

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Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
1.26 km (0.8 mi) from Hyde Park
133 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
anthea provides extras including breakfast items which was a lovely touch thank you
fabulous apartment gorgeously presented and with generous high quality holiday supplies
beautiful apartment and anthea was very attentive - above our expectations
Cleanliness:
it’s stylish chic clean and luxurious
the apartment is very clean and has a beautiful kitchen
anthea's place is impeccably clean and beautifully-styled
so lovely and clean fantastic location and quiet considering your in the city
ideal location to cbd clean and comfy with everything you need for your stay
Host:
the hosts are amazing
our host was amazing to deal with
she is also the best possible host - she will not let you down
anthea was a great host and she has a beautiful apartment
the host tried to get 100 extraño exchange of giving me good review
Location:
the location was absolutely perfect
beautiful apartment in a great location - walking distance from big sights
great location in the middle of everything but nice and quiet
fabulous location great apartment very quiet
it’s in a perfect location and very quiet
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5. Stylish Surry Hills terrace (from USD 95)

This apartment is located in Sydney’s best location. It’s absolutely gorgeous with its amazing courtyard, comfortable bedroom, and beautiful bathroom. The entire home is chic and stylish. The decor is a mixture of classic and contemporary, which makes it a really lovely home. It’s very spacious too and near shops and restaurants in Sydney. In fact, most of the establishments are just a few minutes away.

Across the road, you’ll find Sydney Cricket Ground, a popular attraction you need to see. There are plenty of other attractions close by which include Hyde Park and one of the best beautiful beaches in Sydney, Bondi Beach.

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Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia
1.63 km (1.1 mi) from Hyde Park
672 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the balcony adds a bit of a touch to the comfortable abode
stylish apartment in surry hills and bron was an awesome host
all toiletries were provided in a nice private bathroom which we really loved it
you met all our expectations for a great and comfortable stay
the room itself was warm cozy and dry - with a comfy bed and great private bathroom
Cleanliness:
it was very clean and comfortable
everything was super clean
house was clean
the room is very clean
the room and toilet were clean as shown in their photographs
Host:
bron is a very nice host
bron was an amazing host and her home is amazing
she was so friendly and had great recommendations for local spots to check out
she went out of her way to be accommodating and helpful
she was the perfect host and i can't wait to stay again
Location:
it is centrally located and in walking distance of most attractions in sydney
also the bus station to the city is very close as well
location is really good
beautiful room in a great location
last but not least location is excellent
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6. Studio in the heart of Potts Point

This is just a small studio, yet comfortable and cozy. It’s located near the red-light district where backpackers and party-goers head to. The studio is newly renovated and has plenty of natural light. It’s very quiet and near commercial areas. Cafes, bars, restaurants, opera houses, galleries, and botanical gardens are just walking distances away. There’s a King Cross library and backpacker area with free computer use in the building too.

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Potts Point, New South Wales, Australia
1.11 km (0.7 mi) from Hyde Park
309 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the weather was quite warm but the fan worked perfectly well
the pull-out sofa bed was great
good tv and wi-fi
the bathroom is functional but with a few improvements it would be perfect
the amenities were clean comfortable and well cared for
Cleanliness:
a clean cosy and great space for a sydney holiday
the place was clean nicely furnished and had a warm cozy feel to it
the room is clean and tidy with artistic feeling
the place is clean and cozy for the three of us just like the pictures
the apartment was spotless and perfect for the week we would highly recommend staying here
Host:
lovely place very communicative host
ariana was a lovely host
ariana is a great host
ariana was a friendly and helpful host
ariana was superb great host
Location:
super comfy and inviting location close to everything
the location of this studio is superb close to king cross station and 3 supermarkets
great location near kings cross station bus stop just at door step
great city place with convenient shop/transportation
ariana's house location is good just a few minutes from train station and bus stops
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7. Bright private room close to the city

You’ll be sharing the apartment with the owner. There’s a private bedroom with a comfortable bed, and you can relax and have coffee on the deck while getting your morning sun. The entertainment area features a large television and a fireplace. There’s a kitchen if you want to cook too, and guess who’s going to keep you company – their beautiful labradoodle. This home is located near the city with the train and bus station just two minutes away. Cafes and restaurants are basically just a few steps away and there are quite interesting bars nearby too.

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Redfern, New South Wales, Australia
2.35 km (1.5 mi) from Hyde Park
372 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in townhouse 1 Bed 1 Guest 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 1

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room has lots of natural light and lots of cupboard space
good coffee shops and a nice apartment
there were great amenities including the kitchen washer and dryer
airy bright lofty/good vibes room
in terms of utilities the bed is extremely comfortable and the bath tub was a bonus
Cleanliness:
mel's place was clean and comfortable
guest room was very clean spacios and quiet
the room is clean and comfortable
beautiful house very clean and well organised
mel’s place was wonderful super clean and modern
Host:
nice & patient host
excellent host and home
great hospitality from the host
gorgeous home with a wonderful host
friendly host and spaceous room
Location:
great location in the funky heart of redfern
great location & comfortable bed
the location was perfect - in a pleasant neighbourhood close to the city
wonderful house close to public transportation and quiet neighbourhood
the location is perfect for exploring the city
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8. Darlinghurst Studio: Sky Oasis

This studio apartment is located in the heart of Victoria St. It’s newly renovated and painted. It features high ceiling, a typical Parisian loft—you will love it here. The thick walls offer complete privacy, with no noises, especially coming from the traffic, heard inside. This studio can accommodate two guests and has its own toilet and bath. Since it’s in the city, art galleries, restaurants, theaters, and shops are only a few minutes away.

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Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
676 meters (0.5 ft) from Hyde Park
359 reviews  
Entire apartment 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
an occasional groan from the ancient lift just embellished how exquisitely original the apartment is
the studio itself exuded charm and character and had all the amenities needed to make our stay comfortable
walking in felt serene; jazz music playing with natural light coming into a predominantly white studio apartment
the apartment had tons of light and was very clean
it’s spacious perfectly decorated clean has a super comfortable bed beautiful sunrise views
Cleanliness:
it's clean and has real character
the place itself was very clean and relaxing
the apartment is very clean and pretty
really thoughtful touches and very clean
it was clean and stylish the kitchen was well equipped
Host:
i certainly recommend her as a host
angelique was the perfect host
angelique answered really fast and was a great host
the host is very nice to communicate with
angelique was hospitable quick in her responses and had a great list of recommendations too
Location:
close to the train station and major attractions
it's location is great; you can walk to king's cross station within minutes
convenient location an easy walk from kings cross station even worth a suitcase
great location for exploring as it is close to public transport and a decent walk to the cbd
authentic place in best location
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9. Welcome to our special place "The Darlings"

This newly refurbished apartment is located in an Art Deco building. It features a luxurious bed and a well-stocked kitchen. They have a book collection, a DVD player, a music system, and a coffee table. The Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House can be viewed from every window of the apartment. The best feature is the rooftop deck area, which has gas operated barbecues, a swimming pool, and a beautiful garden. You get all this plus breathtaking views!

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Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Hyde Park
181 reviews  
Entire apartment 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
roof top deck and views from the apartment are splendid
the apartment itself is as described well equipped with great views
the apartment itself is a great size with a killer view comfy bed and great shower
bed was comfy bathroom was nice and had an exceptional view
though not used we were impressed with kitchen stock including first breakfast
Cleanliness:
the place is spotless clean spacious fully equipped and very cosy
the apartment has a great energy and is very clean and comfortable
the building is very clean and secure and we enjoyed the rooftop pool
great location clean with lots of thoughtful extras
Host:
mal and sharon were excellent hosts
sharon and mal were the best hosts we had
sharon and mal were great hosts very accommodating with any requests
sharon was extremely responsive and helpful
and the reply from host was quite helpful and considerable
Location:
location great easy walking distance to shopping restuarants and the metro
convenient location and a safe secure building
location is fantastic steps away from train station and other bus stops
location is great walk to everything
great place - very central near a tube station and big grocery stores
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10. Stylish and sunny in the best spot

Get premium accommodation with this studio apartment in Sydney. It’s located in a quiet and safe neighborhood. The studio features large french windows, high ceilings, and wooden floors. The bedrooms include pillows and linens. If you want to cook, they have a fully equipped kitchen. They even stock their fridge and pantry to ensure guests have everything they need. The best part is that great tourist attractions are near the apartment. The Opera House, Surry Hills, pool, and CBD are just walking distances away.

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
1.38 km (0.9 mi) from Hyde Park
437 reviews  
Entire apartment 2 Beds 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed was comfortable and the other furnishings and offerings along with the shower were great
sophie had the panty filled with yummy breakfast and snack options
an incredibly beautiful apartment with more useful local information and snacks than i could have expected- incredibly generous
the kitchen was stocked with lots of little items that just made a great stay even better
i hoped they would not be in the apartment
Cleanliness:
sophie’s place was immaculately clean
it was clean and thoughtfully decorates
they have nice fluffy towels and the space is very clean
wonderful stay convenient chic and clean studio apartment
the studio is very nice charming and very clean
Host:
great place host was awesome
host was also very easy to reach and was quick to answer our questions
very considerate host with thoughtful touches
friendly hosts that really made it easy to understand the area
really helpful host with great communication
Location:
the location is just perfect
the true "living downtown" experience and located within walking distance of everything
great location with a beautiful walk into the cbd and/or waterfront and super close to a supermarket
great studio in an amazing location
it's a perfect location too
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11. Sydney Harbour at your door

You are in good hands with Australia’s top hosts Vinh and Stuart as awarded by Airbnb. And indeed, there’s a very good reason they have over 500 reviews. The apartment features a private air-conditioned bedroom with linens and pillows, light breakfast and tasty treats, and a clean, shared bathroom. However, unlike other hosts, they will treat you like family. Their home is yours when you’re in Sydney. It means you’re getting both convenience and comfort, plus great attractions nearby. They’re only two minutes away from the center of Pyrmont. Almost everything that Sydney offers is just walking distance away. You have everything you could ever want here.

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Pyrmont, New South Wales, Australia
2.03 km (1.3 mi) from Hyde Park
526 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in townhouse 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great views from the back deck & well stocked breakfast kitchen
breakfast and good coffee a very welcome touch
the room is comfortable with heater available
we were welcome to use their kitchen and wifi in their home
i found my stay must comfortable and the stuart's generously offered themselves with complete sincerity and warmth
Cleanliness:
the house is clean
the room was clean well appointed and very comfortable
beautiful clean home in an excellent cozy neighborhood
the room was as described; very clean comfortable quiet and private
the room was very comfortable and clean
Host:
super hosts are super hosts
the host was very kind and thoughtful
vinh and stuart were amazing hosts
stuart and vinh are lovely gracious hosts
vinh and stuart were great hosts
Location:
the location was the best
this house is amazing near train station bus stop
very good location in a quiet neighbourhood
drama free place in central sydney
brilliant location and a beautiful home
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12. Huge master bedroom in Central Sydney

Unlike other Airbnb rentals, this listing offers free breakfast, and they’re located just behind Oxford Street. This means great nightlife is around the corner. Bondi Beach is also just five minutes away, and supermarkets and cafes are only a three-minute walk from the accommodation. This apartment offers free wifi, a television with 200+ movies to choose from, equipped kitchen, and a terrace.

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Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
934 meters (0.6 ft) from Hyde Park
239 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in townhouse 2 Beds 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the kitchen was spacious - the wifi was really fast and efficient
plenty of entertainment options and great kitchen amenities
the house has a lovely living room with bunches of books and dvds and a very nice sofa
the room was centrally based in sydney and very easy and inexpensive to uber to from the city
the room was perfect for working and also a good nights rest
Cleanliness:
great place clean and tidy
the bed was really clean as the sheets were changed on my arrival
the house is nice and clean
it's also very neat and has clean fresh beds
everything else was very clean and so i was surprised
Host:
nathan was a great host
nathan is a wonderful host
nathan was a friendly and helpful host
a great host very kind and willing to help
nathan was the perfect host who made sure that i was comfortable during my stay
Location:
the location is great really close to central and public transportation
nice location and great price
handy location and good value
great location - easy to access and close to shops/restaurants
super convenient location being very close to circular quay area and a bus away to bondi beach
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Join the LGBT festivities

One of the biggest events in Darlinghurst are the Lesbian Mardi Gras and Sydney Gay. These events are a must-see in Darlinghurst. It features a dazzling parade along Oxford Street. The participants are all very talented and impressive—you will have fun! It will be three-weeks worth of parties and festivals. A trip to remember!

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