Mount Gambier is one of the biggest cities in South Australia, second only to Adelaide. While usually serving as the passageway for those traveling from Adelaide to Melbourne, the city has its own share of attractions and hidden gems to appease the eyes and the love of adventure of tourists. At the top of the list is the everchanging Blue Lake, which changes colors depending on the season. Another must-see is the Umpherston Sinkhole, otherwise known as the Sunken Garden, formed when the roof of a cave collapsed upon itself. These are only some examples of the natural wonders that await visitors of the city. Check out the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in Mount Gambier, Australia to see which option would be best for your needs.
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 05, 2024.
1. Mount Gambier-Blue Lake City (from USD 53)
This is a two-bedroom rental in a private home. It is able to accommodate a maximum of four people and allows you to enjoy the comforts of home. Besides being able to use the kitchen and the living room areas, guests also have private access to the downstairs bathroom, which is stocked with toiletries.Rates are inclusive of breakfast. Free parking is available on the premises. Commuters, meanwhile, may like the fact that the bus terminal is close by the property. Last, but not least, pickup/drop off arrangements can be made with the host.
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i was very comfortable in my room and appreciated the electric blanket and wificomfortable bed with a lovely night time view of mount gambierit was a lovely stay great sleep and tasty breakfastin our room there was a folder with restaurants and attractions around as well as flyers for different attractionsyummy breakfast and they do the best to your stay be comfortableCleanliness:
everything was spottless clean and tidyit's clean and quietthe house was clean and tidyvery nice and clean placethe house is clean and comfortableHost:
jock was an amazing host with outstanding hospitalitylovely hosts and great placenice town nice home and nice hostvery quick responses and very helpfulgreat host both with great personalities who are friendly and caringRead more reviewsLocation:
pretty close to center and the blue lakesgreat location very close to the town centrevery convenient location for all the attractionsgreat location in a neat little townalso close to town and the major attractions
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2. Lakeside on Ferrers (from USD 185)
Lakeside on Ferrers is a three-bedroom home that is a short walk away from the Blue Lake. The house is equipped with modern amenities. For example, guests are provided with linens and towels. Also offered at the property is WiFi. Lastly, pets are welcome here.
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wifi and netflix is a huge bonusgreat heater coffee maker and nice locationwe were also welcomed with chocolates on the tableimpressive collection of books with cozy living room to read and chillit gave a welcoming feeling when we arrived; heaters and lights onCleanliness:
it is clean and well-equippedspotlessly clean comfortable beds and stylish decorspacious rooms clean and cosyhouse is beautiful and cleanlovely house very clean and comfortableHost:
so knowledgeable and friendlylovely place and excellent hostcarol is a great host with great hospitalitycarol is a great host and very accommodatingshe’s a very good host and she responds very quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location - very close to the blue lakeawesome place close to townawesome location within easy walking distance to the beautiful blue lakethe location is on a lovely street within walking distance to the blue lake and the main stripgreat value and location is excellent
3. Sue's Retreat (from USD 111)
This studio apartment has two balconies, each of which provides guests with beautiful countryside views. If they want to get closer to nature, they have access to a wooded reserve where they can catch sight of local wildlife. Parking is available on the property. Those who will be taking public transportation to get to and from Mount Gambier, meanwhile, will be pleased to know that the public transport is just a five-minute walk away from here. The Blue Lake, as well as some other local attractions in Mount Gambier, are also within walking distance from Sue’s Retreat. Rates are inclusive of breakfast. Do note that guests will need to take a flight of stairs to get to and from the apartment.
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wifi was excellent even though there was an air-conditioning unit it was not neededgreat view from the room and so much privacy 12/10i was staying there on a very hot day so the a/c was very welcome and sufficientthe continental breakfast was a lovely touchthe shower was wonderful with lots of pressureCleanliness:
extremely clean and warmeverything was spotlessly clean and so homelyit is self contained extremely clean and privateit is quiet very clean and spaciousthe place itself was very clean and spaciousHost:
lovely place and great hostsawesome host made us feel very welcomevery kind hostplace is lovelysue is a wonderful hostsue is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
superb location for day tripsclose to the city and the attractionsgreat location with great lightsue's retreat is located within easy walking distance to mt gambier's beautiful blue lakesues place is in a great location
4. Rosa's Apartment (from USD 92)
This apartment is newly renovated and is close to the shopping district of Mount Gambier. Guests can cook in the kitchen or clean their clothes by using the washer on the property. There is an outside line to hang clothes if you choose to do so. Those who may be uncomfortable doing so can bring their clothes instead to the nearby laundromat. For those who will be traveling by car can park it in the garage, provided it’s a small- or medium-sized vehicle. The apartment can accommodate a maximum of four guests.
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great amenities & a beautiful apartmenttastefully decorated with comfortable furnishings and lovely thoughtful touches everywheregreat place have a fully equipment kitchen which allowed us to do steak night inthe photos don't do justice to this great apartmentrosa’s apartment is tastefully decorated and has all the amenities you could wish forCleanliness:
super clean and cosy placeeverything was clean and freshit is clean and beautifulan amazing clean & stylish place to staythe house is very clean and comfortableHost:
marg is an excellent hostshe also gave good recommendations on kid friendly places to go when we askedcheck in using the lockbox was pretty easy and margaret was very responsive via airbnb textsmargaret and her husband were so kind and helpful to us after we crashed our home on wheelsthe owner prepared some breakfast food and board games at home which is very thoughtful and much appreciatedRead more reviewsLocation:
nice apartment in good locationcentral location comfortable stay well equippedthe location is great just a short drive to the main mt gambier commercial street and supermarket nearbyfantastic location: close enough to local shops but not too busystylish contemporary family-friendly immaculately presented and thoughtfully equipped apartment in a good location on a quiet road
5. Studio 8 (from USD 79)
Three guests can fit in this studio apartment. The unit is equipped with modern amenities, including WiFi. Breakfast items are provided for the consumption of guests. However, guests are requested to bring their own toiletries with them.There is parking space on the property for those who will be traveling by car. Last, but not least, small dogs are allowed on the property.
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very comfortable with all the amenities we neededthe free wifi is always appreciated when travellingstudio was comfortable and had all the amenities you needabsolutely loved the bathroom electric blankets were amazingstudio 8 was quiet private and comfortable with all the amenities and close to everythingCleanliness:
very clean and spaciousthe studio is spotless our highest criteria is cleanliness and we could not fault the studiothe place is clean and tidythe studio was clean with crisp linenthe place is very clean lovely and homeyHost:
fay was an amazing hostfay was such a lovely hostthis place was great host was friendlyfay is a kind and thoughtful hostfay was very kind and helpful throughout our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
a great place centrally located in mount gambiergreat location for lots of walks and sightseeingit great being so close to town as wellfay’s studio apartment is the best location for a stay in mtfantastic location great set up and funky styling
6. Cosy 3 bedroom house
This room for rent can accommodate a maximum of two guests. The bathroom is shared. You will love that this place is found in a quiet neighborhood. Do note that the rates for this accommodation are inclusive of breakfast. The city center and the bus terminal are both within walking distance from the property. Also, two friendly dogs reside on the property.
Mount Gambier, South Australia, Australia
2.81 km (1.8 mi) from Blue Lake LookoutAccommodates: 2
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their house is very clean great kitchen with breakfast provisions comfortable bed and free wifi is a bonusbed was super comfythe room was neat and tidythe room was great and the bed very comfortablemy stay with fiona and her family was comfortableCleanliness:
nice clean house and quiet environmenteverything was very clean and tidythe room is clean and tidyvery cosy clean and quiteeverything was very clean and easy to find the bed was very comfortableHost:
the host family are warm and welcominga great airbnb hostgreat hosts had a fab timethe hosts were lovely and friendly and let us use their kitchen to cook dinnerfiona and her husband were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great spot close to townthe location was good and near to the city as we were drivinggood location to visit mt gambier attractionsthe neighborhood is safe and quiet and everything you might need is within walking distancecomfortable bed and nice location and room
7. Best Western Southgate Motel
The available rooms in the motel can each accommodate a maximum of two people. Electronic doors are installed in each room for security. CCTV cameras. Go for a swim or enjoy the spa during the visit. Guests can also enjoy cooking using the barbecue. Free WiFi is also available on the property. Laundry services are available at the motel. Guests with cars can park at the property. Grocery shops are near the motel.
Mount Gambier, South Australia, Australia
2.55 km (1.6 mi) from Blue Lake LookoutAccommodates: 2
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clean rooms and comfortablepool is amazing and very clean to chilland the room was clean and very nicethe room was cleanthe room we stayed in was recently renovated and was very clean and comfortableHost:
staff were helpful alsofantastic place and lovely staffdavid was extremely friendly gave some great local tipsRead more reviewsLocation:
convenient location and good valuefantastic motel close to central mtwas located close to the shops which was gooda great place to stop on the way from adelaide to melbournewalking distance to major supermarket and a good stroll to restaurants and pubs
8. Yours at the Lake
Tourists who want to visit the Blue Lake during their stay in Mount Gambier should seriously consider staying at Yours at the Lake, which is just a short walk from the tourist attraction. The home, located in a quiet neighborhood, is equipped with all modern amenities and can accommodate a maximum of four guests. Finally, for those with cars, parking is available along the street that runs in front of the house.
Mount Gambier, South Australia, Australia
1.25 km (0.8 mi) from Blue Lake LookoutTop guest reviews
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the living room view amazingthe kitchen was well equipped and we cooked a great curry on our first nightthe heaters were on which we were so grateful forone of the most comfortable beds we have come acrosssuch a cozy stay the living room is so comfortable with a big tv and a nice electric fireplaceCleanliness:
very clean and beautiful houseplace is clean and cozysuper clean house and very comfortablespacious clean quiet and comfortableit was sparkling clean and very cosyHost:
paul and elaine were great hoststhanks for everything and information the kind host had givenextremely cosy place with hosts kind and easy to communicatethe host spent a lot and love their house wholeheartedlyelaine and paul were great hosts and were very thoughtfulRead more reviewsLocation:
attractive location in a lovely settinggreat spot - central to everythingclose to stores and good places to eatnice cozy place amazing locationlovely place to stay close to the centre
9. Jubilee Motor Inn
This is an inn where you cannot do much cooking since each room is equipped only with a microwave. However, the inn has its own bar/restaurant so guests won’t have to worry about where to eat while staying here. Breakfast is provided to guests for a small fee. Guests can relax at the heated pool of the inn. The Jubilee Motor Inn is just a 10-minute walk away from the Umpherston Sinkhole. Lastly, visitors can enjoy having a barbecue at this tourist attraction.
Mount Gambier, South Australia, Australia
3.59 km (2.3 mi) from Blue Lake Lookout
10. No. 17 (from USD 48)
No. 17 is a guest suite that can accommodate a maximum of two guests. While attached to the main house, the unit has its own entrance, perfect for those who wish to enjoy their privacy. The suite has its own bathroom and kitchenette. Food items are provided so that guests can prepare a continental breakfast. On-site laundry services may be negotiated. Alternatively, guests may bring their clothes to the local laundromat. Pets are welcome on this property. However, additional fees may be charged for furry pets.
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very comfortable bed and with all the amenities i neededleanne makes our check in so easy and she left the heater on for uswe didn’t see leanne but felt comfortable and able to relaxgreat location in quiet streetcorner store nearbyamenities greatvery comfortable set of rooms with additional outdoor area for warmer weatherwe had a very comfortable stay at no 17 last weekendCleanliness:
very clean tidy and welcomingthe unit was very clean and well equippedclean cute and convenient place to staya clean comfortable and convenient place to staythe space was clean and beautifully decoratedHost:
quick to reply and helpfulleanne was a wonderful hostleanne was a great hosthost very easy to deal withvery local and amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
very well presented studio in excellent location close to cbdgreat location and would recommend for coupleslocation was great - a quiet street but close to the main part of townit is close to the beautiful blue lakegreat little spot nice and close to everything
Rest and relax in a picturesque landscape
Mount Gambier sees a lot of guests yearly, whether they’re visitors who want to explore the city’s attractions, or travelers passing by while en route from Melbourne to Victoria, or vice-versa. Regardless of which you category you belong in, you can find an accommodation to suit your needs.
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