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Subscribe Stunning Stays: Unique Airbnbs In & Around Melbourne
Whether you're craving a peaceful escape or a lively staycation, we've rounded up the most unique Airbnbs in Melbourne for your next unforgettable getaway.
Airbnb is overflowing with extraordinary stays in Victoria — from design-led cabins hidden in the bush to artistic lofts, micro-apartments and dreamy coastal retreats. If you’ve been eyeing off a weekend curled beside a woodfire or imagining yourself in a sun-soaked mansion by the beach, consider this your sign.
We’ve gathered the most unique Airbnbs in Melbourne and beyond, each offering its own blend of style, character and escapism. Your next getaway — romantic, restorative or gloriously indulgent — starts right here.
Unique Airbnbs in Melbourne:
Revel & Hide
Revel & Hide is a dreamy top-floor sanctuary in the heart of Collingwood, offering a quietly luxurious escape just moments from the city’s most magnetic streets. Designed for couples or solo travellers, it pairs French-linen softness with curated minimalism, gentle lighting, blackout drapes and thoughtful touches that instantly settle the senses. A fully equipped kitchen, balcony breezes and a no-TV philosophy encourage slow mornings, while access to a rooftop pool adds a hint of resort ease. After exploring Brunswick, Gertrude, Smith and Johnston streets, return to pure tranquillity above it all.
Collingwood, Victoria
Parisian Pied-À-Terre
High above Degraves Street, this one-bedroom jewel blends heritage detail with contemporary polish in the most effortless way. Parquetry underfoot, sculptural kitchen lines, a velvet banquette and Queen Anne accents shape a refined pied-à-terre with city views that feel wonderfully cinematic. A curved, marble-trimmed bathroom and deeply comfortable queen bed add to the allure, while secure parking offers rare CBD ease. With Melbourne’s laneways, galleries, and cafes steps away, it’s a uniquely elegant retreat designed solely for two.
Melbourne CBD
My City Hideaway
This century-old South Melbourne workers’ cottage hides a luminous, design-rich heart. Beyond its heritage arches and sash windows, a modern extension rises to six-metre ceilings and floor-to-ceiling glass, filling bespoke interiors with soft light. Vintage treasures, curated art and linen-draped beds create a warm, lived-in elegance, while a deep, three-seater sofa invites long, lazy evenings. With the market across the road, Albert Park Lake nearby, and the CBD an easy tram ride away, it’s a character-filled city hideaway with real soul.
South Melbourne
A Nomadic Abode
This Armadale Airbnb brings together calm, comfort and easy-going style in a way that feels distinctly Melbourne. Sunlight moves across oak floors, double-height lounge spaces and an extra-long linen sofa made for slow mornings. Two king bedrooms and a gentle double are dressed in soft linens, while marble-detailed bathrooms offer a touch of indulgence. With a gourmet kitchen, dedicated study and European-style courtyard, plus Glenferrie Road and the station just steps away, it’s a beautifully composed retreat with genuine warmth.
Armadale, Melbourne
La Perle
Tucked along a quiet pedestrian stretch of Carlton, this newly renovated apartment feels like a softly lit European hideaway. Morning sun pours over Italian designer pieces, steel-and-timber finishes and a B&B Italia sofa that anchors the serene living space. Double-glazed calm, a sun-catching balcony, linen-draped bedding and timeless English tapware elevate the mood, while artisan bread, French butter and curated cutlery add a thoughtful flourish. A city stay with rare, understated beauty.
Carlton, Melbourne
Napier Quarter
Napier Quarter’s guesthouse is a delightfully singular retreat — a quiet perch above one of Fitzroy’s most beloved corners. Moody tones, handmade linens, local ceramics and Japanese cotton towels create a space that feels beautifully considered without trying too hard. Sip something lovely as records drift through the room, browse design books, or write at the dedicated desk. With thoughtful room service from the wine bar below, it’s a character-filled stay with irresistible charm.
Fitzroy, Melbourne
Gerty Longroom
Gerty Longroom brings a polished, design-forward spirit to Gertrude Street, pairing Melbourne’s artistic edge with boutique comfort. Created by Six Degrees, it’s rich in crafted detail — MUD ceramics, Aesop touches, and a Japanese-inspired rooftop garden complete with an in-ground bath, a quiet onsen high above the street. The master suite, framed by skyline views, features Egyptian linens and a considered collection of local art. With Fitzroy’s culture at your door, this dog-friendly retreat is a refined, deeply characterful escape.
Fitzroy, Melbourne
The Retro Soul
Step into an art lover’s haven, ideally placed for effortless city exploring with the Nicholson Street tram just metres away. Enjoy a morning coffee in Rathdowne Village or wander through Edinburgh Gardens, both within easy reach. Inside, a split-level layout balances style and calm: a welcoming living area, a well-equipped kitchen and a sun-washed bedroom set the tone. A refined bathroom lends a gentle, spa-like feel, while a quiet study offers space to unwind or ease into the day’s work.
Carlton North, Melbourne
Little Georgie
Welcome to Little Georgie — a stylish hideaway in the heart of Fitzroy, designed for solo travellers and couples. This thoughtfully crafted space blends retro ’70s flair with modern design touches, featuring burgundy walls, timber floors, and a smoky mirrored wall. A sheer curtain creates subtle separation between the living and sleeping zones, while the compact kitchen invites cosy nights in. Just steps from Gertrude, Smith, and Brunswick Streets, Little Georgie is your chic base to explore this iconic neighbourhood.
Fitzroy, Melbourne
Howard’s End
Step into a touch of Parisian romance at Howard’s End, a South Yarra classic shaped by architect Howard Lawson in 1942. This graceful apartment blends vintage refinement with modern ease, creating an intimate retreat for two. Moments from the Royal Botanic Gardens and Chapel Street’s lively rhythm, it invites leisurely days and elegant evenings. Pick up produce from Prahran Market and slip upstairs to the rooftop for an alfresco meal framed by soft city silhouettes — très charmant in every sense.
South Yarra, Victoria
Penthouse Palazzo
Fitzroy’s Penthouse Palazzo rises as a glass pavilion atop a brutalist base, easily one of Melbourne’s most arresting Airbnbs. Its courtyard spirit emerges through curved glass doors that sweep open to a terrace floating above treetops and the park beyond. Italian influence runs through every detail, from the oculus casting painterly colour to the considered furnishings. Exceptional craftsmanship, generous volume and luminous light shape a penthouse where luxury meets a distinctly creative vision.
Fitzroy, Melbourne
Microloft
Microloft Fitzroy is a cleverly designed, minimalist apartment by Studio Edwards — one of the most unique Airbnbs in Melbourne for couples. Perched atop an unassuming Fitzroy block, it offers a hidden, design-led retreat just minutes from Gertrude, Brunswick and Smith streets, plus Carlton Gardens. The compact layout seamlessly blends kitchen, dining, living and sleeping zones to maximise space, while raw concrete, exposed brick, aluminium details and recycled-timber furniture create a modern, calming hideaway in Melbourne’s most creative neighbourhood.
Fitzroy, Melbourne
Canopy Terrace
Canopy Terrace delivers a fresh dose of urban ease in Melbourne’s leafy North. This dual-level retreat pairs sunlight with style, opening to a welcoming balcony suited to slow coffees or evening drinks. Inside, a plush banquette sets the tone, while a streamlined kitchen invites simple, satisfying cooking. A courtyard ready for relaxed barbecues adds to the flow. With its thoughtful design, warm atmosphere and enviable location, Canopy Terrace offers a polished yet quietly grounding place to settle into Melbourne living.
North Melbourne, Melbourne
The Bell Tower
Fitzroy’s creative pulse runs through this singular stay: The Bell Tower, set within a meticulously restored 1859 church. An attic-style hideaway crowns the upper level, with its own lounge, bedroom and bathroom shaped by the discerning eye of owner Nicola, a fashion and design veteran. The result is a space with character, artistry and quiet charm. Just 30 seconds from Smith Street, you’re moments from the neighbourhood’s cafes, boutiques, bars and restaurants — the very essence of Fitzroy on your doorstep.
Fitzroy, Melbourne
Warehouse Loft Inner-City Apartment
Recently renovated, this iconic warehouse loft pays homage to the industrial heritage of Collingwood, seamlessly blending modern chic with raw, urban charm. With soaring ceilings and expansive windows, the space exudes a sense of light and openness. Perfect for those seeking an authentic Melbourne experience, it offers a peaceful yet central location, just moments from all amenities and public transport. With a minimum seven-night stay, this is the ultimate way to immerse yourself in the heart of the city, just like a true Melburnian.
Collingwood, Melbourne
Unique Airbnbs Around Melbourne:
Anglers Cabin
Escape to The Angler’s Cabin in Barwon Heads, a beautifully curated two-bedroom retreat surrounded by Moonah and Gum trees. Designed for couples or small families, the cabin blends relaxed coastal style with thoughtful comfort. Spend evenings by the fire pit under the stars, while little ones enjoy the backyard cubby house and sandpit. Inside, a fully equipped kitchen and calming interiors make it easy to unwind. With the beach, river, and village just minutes away, it’s a beautiful base for a relaxing coastal escape.
Barwon Heads, Victoria
Mountain Tiny House
Breathe in, breathe out — your weekend starts here. Between the towering Redwood Forest and the cascading sweep of La La Falls, this beautifully crafted Warburton tiny home invites you to slow down and savour the art of doing sweet nothing. Wake to mountain light, drift off to the forest’s nocturne, and let the landscape take over. Completely off-grid and solar-powered, this eco-minded haven proves that less not only feels restorative but is often exactly what the moment calls for.
Warburton, Victoria
Cape Schanck House
Cape Schanck House is an award-winning architectural hideaway on the Peninsula, surrounded by rugged back beaches, fairways and wineries. Designed for up to six guests, it brings a sense of considered calm to group getaways. An expansive open-plan living space sets the tone with a stone floor, minimalist lines and an open fire that warms winter nights. Outside, a tea-tree-framed patio offers a quiet nook to savour a glass of wine and the soft hush of the coast.
Cape Schanck, Victoria
Myrtle’s Hut
Myrtle’s Hut offers a rare, nature-steeped escape within a quiet national park paddock, where swaying gums frame a beautifully crafted eco cabin. Its indoor–outdoor rhythm sets the tone: cook beneath open sky, refresh in an alfresco bathroom, then retreat to a minimalist, bespoke-lined bedroom warmed by underfloor heating. Separate spaces connected by a covered deck draw you into the soundtrack of birds, insects and night air. For couples or solo wanderers chasing raw beauty with gentle luxury, it’s an unforgettable, almost poetic stay.
Glenburn, Victoria
Serenity Abode Tiny House
Serenity Abode does exactly what its name promises, serving a blissfully secluded escape on six acres of untouched bushland. It feels deliciously off-grid yet delivers all the modern comforts of a luxury cabin stay. Sunlit interiors and sleek finishes set the tone for slow mornings, while the indoor–outdoor flow turns balmy nights into their own little holiday. When cooler weather rolls in, the fireplace steps up beautifully. A standout pick for travellers searching unique bush retreats in Victoria or the ultimate nature-led reset.
Beaconsfield Upper, Victoria
Casa Warrandyte
Casa Warrandyte is an architectural beauty set within the natural beauty of Warrandyte State Park, a stone’s throw from the Yarra Valley. This mid-century modernist home sits among birdsong and bushland, offering direct access to the Yarra River for refreshing summer swims. Inside, the mud-brick design is complemented by rich timbers, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that adapts perfectly to every season. A true escape from the everyday, Casa Warrandyte offers a rare blend of contemporary design and raw, untamed nature.
Warrandyte, Victoria
Yoko Luxury Cabin
Set at the southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula, Yoko Luxury Cabin blends Japanese simplicity with Nordic charm, creating the perfect retreat for a cosy winter escape. This two-bedroom, one-bath sanctuary is thoughtfully designed with opulent touches like underfloor heating, a wood heater, and a serene outdoor firepit. Wrapped in luxurious linen, Yoko invites you to unwind in style. While it’s just moments from the Peninsula’s finest eateries and boutiques, with sliding doors opening to nature’s embrace, you might just decide to stay in and never leave.
Rye, Victoria
Dollywood
For those who crave a splash of neon and a dose of California cool, Dollywood in Daylesford is your ultimate getaway. This chic, four-bedroom home brings a touch of Americana to the heart of regional Victoria, custom-designed for music and art lovers. With its effortlessly glamorous style and vibrant energy, you’ll find yourself so immersed in the space, you might never want to leave. A perfect blend of modern luxury and creative flair, Dollywood is as much a destination as a sanctuary.
Daylesford, Victoria
The Wensley
For an unforgettable escape, indulge in the tranquillity of The Wensley. This stunning architectural retreat, crafted from recycled Oregon and Ironbark, sits on 80 acres of rolling hills in the breathtaking Victorian Otway Hinterlands — just 1.5 hours from Melbourne. Experience the perfect balance of privacy, serenity, and sustainability in this eco-friendly sanctuary, located near Birregurra and Brae. With coastal gems like Aireys Inlet only a 25-minute drive away, it’s an idyllic haven for those seeking both seclusion and proximity to the coast.
Wensleydale, Victoria
Vintage House
Vintage House is a beautifully restored 1860s miner’s cottage nestled between Daylesford and Hepburn Springs, blending historic character with modern comfort. Surrounded by willow, pine, and fruit trees, this two-bedroom retreat features soaring three-metre ceilings, an open fireplace, and grand arched windows that flood the space with light. Thoughtfully styled with vintage touches, it’s made for slow living; think long soaks in one of three baths, or alfresco feasts at the verandah’s twelve-seat table under the stars.
Daylesford, Victoria
Pension Mauritz
Dreaming of Europe’s snow-dusted peaks? When hibernation mode calls, this European-inspired chalet offers a passport-free glide into alpine bliss. Pension Mauritz sits in Dinner Plain’s soft, snow-gum hush, where hydronic warmth, timbered charm and a roaring fireplace create the mood for ski tales, long feasts and late-night wine. With space for ten, a sauna, spa bath and a fully equipped kitchen, it transforms a simple snow trip into something dreamlike — a winter haven designed for slow mornings, shared moments and deep, quiet magic.
Dinner Plains, Victoria
Our round-up of these unique Airbnb stays in and around Melbourne may have you booking your next trip, pronto. But, if you’re after more inspiration on some of the most beautiful places across the state, explore our guide to Victoria’s best farm stays and places to visit.
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