20 Coolest Airbnb Rentals in Sydney

Cynthia Zepeda
Amazing Home Designs and Improvement
7 min readMar 21, 2015

When traveling, we normally scout for hotel, if not transient apartments, to stay in. We want it to be as comfortable as our own home or to provide us with a different experience that makes the travel way more memorable.

This is what Airbnb offers to their clients. Being one of the most reliable traveling sites you can find online, Airbnb connects you to home owners from around the globe who rent out their bed, a room or even their entire home to guests looking for an alternative to hotel accommodations.

We have gathered 20 Airbnb rentals in Sydney that are just the coolest! Take your pick.

1. Kirribilli Apartment with waterfront view

Rent out this entire apartment and get an exclusive view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. While it may seem like a high-end penthouse, this place maintains a village-y vibe and has easy access to the city by ferry or train.

Rate: $200/night

Lodges: 4 guests

2. Whale Beach Ocean Retreat

If you want to relax and enjoy walks by the beach, then this private spot is perfect for you. The scenic view of the ocean will surely blow away all your stress and grant you an unforgettable getaway.

Rate: $142

Lodges: 2 guests

3. A Fun and Quirky Darlinghurst Apartment

Anyone who has a penchant for retro vibe will love this flat. Situated in the vibrant and bustling area of Darlinghurst, this home is nearby Hyde Park and the city with easy access to buses that will take you to Circular Quay, Clovelly, and Bondi beaches among others, if you want to go sightseeing.

Rate: $117/night

Lodges: 2 guests

4. Darlington Designer 3-BR Warehouse Apartment

Especially suited for families on holidays, this warehouse apartment is fully furnished and such a beauty. It may look too sophisticated for families with young kids, but their description says kids are welcome, in all caps!

Rate: $220/night

Lodges: 7 guests

5. Designer Inner City Terrace in Darlington

Another rental that is perfect for families. The design is so hip and artistic that staying here will definitely awaken the creative in you. It has 4 rooms, with one that has toys and books for the little ones but can also double as an office nook. Also, a gourmet kitchen!

Rate: $141/night

Lodges: 7 guests

6. Rustic Hideaway in Newton

A sweet spot to be in if you are writing a book or just want to be secluded for a little quiet time. A quaint room with a queen bed hidden in lush bamboo life — this rental is reminiscent of the “Secret Garden”.

Rate: $78/night

Lodges: 1 guest

7. Hip Art Deco Apartment in Paddington

This apartment has a New York feel to it with cool interior design details such as the tallow wood floorboards, stacks of books laid artistically on the floor and nook-style bedroom. It also has a wide work desk, ideal for those who are on traveling with business too.

Rate: $129/night

Lodges: 3 guests

8. Spacious Sydney Apartment in Redfern

Stylish and spacious, this apartment is situated on a quiet street and is a short walking distance from the Central and Redfern Station. This rental offers hotel features but provides the familiar feel of home. It is fashionably furnished with amenities like Plasma TV, Wifi and even a wide collection of BluRay movies and classical audio CDs.

Rate: $110/night

Lodges: 4 guests

9. Spectacular Home in Annandale

The chic design and interiors of this rental are really a sight to behold, especially its garden area that boasts of its tropical ambiance and extensive water features. Guests have access to the entire place and its contents, so snagging this one is a real treat!

Rate: $177/night

Lodges: 6 guests

10. Cozy Leichhardt Cottage

The simplistic layout of this cottage complements the charm of the wood walls and ceilings which give that cozy atmosphere. The outdoor space is also impressive with pretty landscape view.

Rate: $98/night

Lodges: 2 guests

11. Room in a Modern Home in Redfern

The house is stunningly styled with concrete and recycled timber. The rental provides a private room with a real bed, with linen, breakfast and wifi included. The place is accessible to everything and is a walking distance to the city.

Rate: $78/night

Lodges: 1 guest

12. Apartment by the Bondi Beach

The natural light makes this very spacious apartment breezy and pristine. The rooms in the apartment have lovely perspectives of the ocean view. This rental offers a front row view of whales and the waves while you savor the gusts of the sea.

Rate: $244/night

Lodges: 4 guests

13. Zen-styled Bondi Home

The beautiful architecture of the entire property will immediately make you fall in love with this space. You might have to share this with other guests, though, as the host listed each room of the house separately. But that won’t be a problem because the place has wide multilevel space that opens out to a charming bamboo garden that grants that zen vibe.

Rate: $ 78/night

Lodges: 2 guests

14. Loft-style Apartment in Chippendale

This rental is at the topmost floor of the apartment building. If you are a city-lover, this space is best suited for you. It has a short walking distance to any shopping district like Haymarket and Newtown among others. “It has electric skylights with blinds over the bed so you can star gaze or check the weather without lifting your head from the pillow.” Yes!

Rate: $189/night

Lodges: 2 guests

15. Stunning bedroom with own bath at Waterloo

Luxurious apartment, totally modern and clean with a queen size bed, cozy kitchen and calming bathroom, it has perfectly matched furniture and flooring finishes. This rental will have you relaxed and settled in no time.

Rate: $58/night

Lodges: 2 guests

16. Linfield Cottage

If you desire total privacy with a porch overlooking a fish pond, then no better place than this serene cottage. A previous guest described this place as a “True Gem” and good reviews just kept coming.

Rate: $94/night

Lodges: 2 guests

17. Stylish Surry Hills Terrace

This house is located in Sydney’s most sought after location, with a large room and private balcony and a cozy bathroom. It also has spacious courtyard with just a few minutes’ walk to everything else that you need.

Rate: $118/night

Lodges: 2 guests

18. Queen bedroom in Bondi Garden Apartment

Who would not fall in love with an Art Deco styled apartment? Personal touches on the interiors makes this apartment truly a comfortable space to live in. And don’t forget the garden which is perfect for al fresco dining at its finest.

Rate: $67/night

Lodges: 2 guests

19. ‘Telwalla’ 3 Rebuilt Heritage

This house is eccentrically good, with exterior and interior finishes to the bedroom that is rustic and consistent, though the rest of the house remains to be modern and light. It boasts of a spacious private courtyard perfect for barbeque.

Rate: $134/night

Lodges: 2 guests

20. Manly Sunshine Cottage

This cottage is best described as the “sunshine house” because it catches natural light and air on every side. With two bedrooms and a perfect lawn, this simply is a place perfect for a great family stay.

Rate: $165/night

Lodges: 2 guests

Originally published at homehello.com.au on March 19, 2015.

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