From sky-high apartments, to artsy lofts, these are the best Airbnbs in Melbourne

Sleeps: 2 people

Perched on the fourth floor of the 1930s Majorca Building, the Martini Suite captures the grit and glamour of Melbourne’s Jazz Age. The apartment features high ceilings, bifold doors and oversized windows that frame the CBD’s skyline, creating a space that feels historic, yet cosy. Make yourself a cocktail using the stocked bar essentials before stepping onto the bedroom balcony to overlook the hum of Centre Place. Or cook up a feast after picking up supplies from nearby Victoria Market.

Sleeps: 8 people

This four-bedroom brick home is so grand, it has a name: The Eversley (‘Photographer’s Dream Family Home’ is the Airbnb listing name). The home trades the typically cramped city footprint for light-filled rooms, marble mantels and ornate Victorian detail. Though that historic charm is balanced with high-end comforts like natural latex mattresses and 1000-thread-count linens. Highlights include two deep bathtubs, a 10-person dining table and balconies facing the city.

Sleeps: 6 people

Light and wood are what will immediately come to mind when walking into this freestanding weatherboard home in Fitzroy, built in 1910. Its high ceilings and original floorboards are the bones for the tonal decor that includes French flax linen and one-of-a-kind furniture. Your pet will enjoy sunning themselves on the home’s private courtyard, while your highlight, aside from the magazine-worthy surrounds, will be the home’s proximity to the many cafes and restaurants along nearby Brunswick Street for coffees, lunches and dinners.

Sleeps: 4 people

For a stay with a pool (two pools, in fact), opt for this apartment on the 28^th floor of a resort-style complex in Southbank. The complex also has a hot tub, gym, home cinema and function room complete with a pool table. Inside, the two-bedroom, two-bathroom space includes a full kitchen and laundry facilities. The real standout? Floor-to-ceiling windows that offer views of the city skyline and the Bay.

Sleeps: 4 people

Sherlock’s Home is a four-storey converted warehouse in Richmond, built in the 1850s. It’s got two lounge areas, a single garage and a shaded patio. The master bedroom on the top floor has views over the warehouse toward Richmond Town Hall, while the second bedroom – Sherlock’s Room – sits on the ground level, tucked behind a wall of carved rocks and accessible via a secret door. The property is just steps from Richmond’s many bars and restaurants.

Sleeps: 6 people

Sleeping six, this penthouse in South Yarra would be great for a family or group of friends. Though, if you and your significant other feel like splashing out and having lots of space, that works too. The space is minimalist-designed, letting the designer furniture and original artwork take centre stage. Highlights include a conservatory with a garden wall where you can enjoy meals at home, a walk-in wardrobe with a bench and a freestanding tub in one of the three bathrooms.

Sleeps: 4 people

If you’re keen to work on your tennis game during your stay, book this two-bedroom apartment in a building equipped with an outdoor court. Also among its facilities are an indoor pool, hot tub, a sauna, steam room and a gym. The stay comes with two free undercover parking spots, and there’s a dedicated workspace for anyone wanting to keep on top of their work while they’re away. You’ll be a few minutes’ walk away from Queen Victoria Market.

Sleeps: 4 people

You’ll likely feel as though you’re staying in a hotel at this Southbank apartment, thanks to the building’s grand lobby and extensive amenities. They include a heated indoor pool that looks over the city, a state-of-the-art gym, and five on-site venues. Inside, the apartment features city skyline views, a full kitchen and a washer and dryer. It sleeps four across two bedrooms. The apartment’s a few minutes’ walk from the NGV, Royal Botanic Gardens and Melbourne Cricket Ground.