
Waterfront holiday rentals in Melbourne
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Explore 460 holiday rentals in Melbourne

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Melbourne holiday rentals start at €17 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
230 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly holiday rentals
Find 80 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
230 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
310 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
450 of Melbourne holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Melbourne rentals

4.8 Average rating
Melbourne stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Melbourne’s top spots include Crown Melbourne, Queen Victoria Market and Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
Top-rated waterfront rentals in Melbourne
Guests agree: these waterfront rentals are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

Waterfront 2B Dockland apt with Balcony&Free Carpk
Nestled by the water, and only moments from the city, this BRAND NEW 2BR&1BATH apt with one waterfront balcony features stunning views towards Yarra River, CBD and Victoria Harbour. Located centrally among Docklands business district, it offers direct access to Free Tram stops, Woolworth, Costco, lots of shops, cafes and restaurants. Southern Cross Station (Skybus station) and Etihad Stadium are also within walking distance. Free to enjoy best amenities including indoor heated pool, gym and spa.

Iconic City & River Views
This luxury apartment is situated in the award winning Southbank river-front FRESHWATER PLACE. A light filled apartment offering PANORAMIC VIEWS of the Yarra River and city skyline. Take-in both the Melbourne sunrise and sunset from this spacious apartment with floor-to-ceiling views. Located in SOUTHBANK adjacent to the Yarra River, Crown Casino, enjoy all the world-class dining and entertainment attractions the city has to offer. Free PARKING available. Limited Gym/Pool conditons of entry

Safari in City, 2BR Penthouse with Patio & Spa
Melbourne’s local favourite hosts, LaneStay, welcome you to Safari Lane. A luxurious safari-themed penthouse boasting panoramic views of Melbourne CBD, the Yarra River, and the Crown and Southbank precincts. Enjoy a spacious private terrace with a relaxing outdoor spa and beautifully styled interiors throughout. Located in the Free Tram Zone with secure parking, you’re moments from Southern Cross Station and Melbourne’s top attractions. LaneStay: Crafted for Comfort, Designed for Distinction.

Cosy inner city loft with the comforts of home
Studio loft, fully self-contained, with ensuite, with a netgear mesh system for full wireless coverage. Also, a washing machine and kitchenette. It is a perfect nest for one. Entry is private via the back gate. Backyard is a delightful setting for shared use. Extremely close to train, tram, and buses and the best parkland in Melbourne. Located in inner city, with pubs and cafes and cinema in easy walking distance, yet is surrounded by trees and close to the Merri path and Capital City Trail.

St Kilda/Elwood water views - Woy Woy One
Located in the iconic modernist Woy Woy building on Marine Parade in Elwood, this apartment is perfect for couples looking for more than a hotel room. Views across the bay are ever changing. Enjoy the close proximity to St Kilda's Acland Street & Elwood's vibrant Ormond Road Village. Close to city transport WoyWoy One is the perfect base for holiday visitors or business travellers looking for a lifestyle location and not a box in the city. Stay here and live like a local. (No cats please.)

Southbank Apt | Stunning Views + Free Parking
Pricing Update: Airbnb now only charges hosts a 15.5% service fee, this change is now reflected in our nightly rate. Thank you for your understanding. Perfect for business trips, weekend escapes, or extended stays, this beautiful and functional one bedroom apartment includes one free secure parking, ultrafast Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, full laundry, and two large Samsung Smart TVs. Opposite Crown and a short walk to the CBD, Arts Precinct, riverside dining, and public transport.

Brand new skyscraper-stylish Apt
Brand new 60+ level skyscraper - stylish apartment located in Melbourne's HIGHEST building in Southbank, right next to Crown Casino. Apt offers an unbeaten Yarra River & City skyline view! Convenient location - 5min walking to NGV and multiple trams towards City. Hosted by a friendly & very experienced BnB provider. Quality stay is in our DNA. Nothing is more important than your holiday get away. This modern-designed & well-equipped Apartment has all you need for a comfortable stay.

Modern Apt. with penthouse views
Situated on the top floor of one of Melbourne's best apartment complexes, this well designed apartment has uninterrupted panoramic views spanning from the ocean to the beautiful Docklands. With floor-to-ceiling windows in the bedroom, you'll be waking up to one of Melbourne's best views. Situated in a convenient location, this apartment is a 3 minute walking distance to Melbourne's main train station, Southern Cross Station, along with retail services and grocery shopping needs.

Sleek City Apartment with Dazzling Harbour Views
Our apartment is a bright and airy living space on the ninth floor of the Palladio Apartment building. The apartment has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Trams are just outside the front door, Marvel Stadium just across the road, Southern Cross Train station is a 10 minute walk, ferries are a 5 minute walk and Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre is 25 mins walk or 3 tram stops away. Nearby is District Docklands offering a range of cafes, kids activities and Hoyts Cinema.

Luxury Mansion Loft by The Beach - Fireplace -
ONE OF ST KILDA’S MOST DISTINCTIVE PLACES TO STAY. Step inside a converted Victorian mansion and stay in our oversized one-bedroom loft. Step outside and you’re minutes from Fitzroy Street, Acland Street, cafés, restaurants, bars and the St Kilda foreshore. With hundreds of five-star guest reviews and more than a decade of hosting, we’ve welcomed guests from around the world who come back for the location, character and warmth of the Loft.

Waterfront 1BR Docklands Apt with FreeParking#2
Newly Decorated 1BR | Docklands Prime Spot Stay in the Free Tram Zone with immediate CBD access. 🚆 Transport: Tram stops & Marvel Stadium right outside 🍽 Dining: Supermarkets, cafés & restaurants steps away 🏀 Leisure: 2.5km waterfront promenade, Library at the Dock 🛍 Convenience: Active lifestyle with parks & cycle paths 🌿 Relaxation: Enjoy city vibes at your doorstep Ideal for work & play—book now!

Lovely 3 bedroom water view apartment
This beautifully positioned apartment in St Elia is located in a very exclusive low rise building positioned as the waterfront podium apartment. Located on the harbour side of Docklands offering unobstructed water views, this spectacular apartment , features a master bedroom with it's own study space leading out to a private balcony. Not suitable for gathering due to strict building management rules.
Popular amenities for waterfront rentals in Melbourne
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Waterfront apt on Collins Street

Comfort by the bay - short walk to St Kilda! Free

Harbour Views, Docklands Dream: Parking/ Pool/ Gym

Relaxing Beachfront Retreat

Modern Designer Apartment with Panoramic Harbour Views

Luxury Apartment in Australia's Tallest Building

Riverside Apartment with Balcony

Spacious City View Apt w Pool/Gym + Free Parking
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River's Edge Luxury With Sweeping Views

Luxurious 3BR 3-Storey Townhouse in Hawthorn

Escape to Beachfront Bliss in Elwood!

"Beachside Retreat Seaholme"

Hampton Haven Pool metres to the Beach

Stonehill Retreat - Private, Secluded Luxury.

Waterside Place - Upscale River Precinct

Gate Access to the Beach
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City Luxury Skyline 2BR2BTH &Hot Tub@WSP Free Tram

Entire home/apt+free parking in Docklands

Beach Living - “A bit of Mykonos near Mordialloc!”

Fantastic Views at Luxury Prima Pearl Tower

Stylish 2 bedroom apartment in the heart of Melb

Lavish Condo -seaview, near CROWN, MCEC etc

City View 2BR With Parking | Near MCEC And Monash

Classy, large 2BR apartment, marina view
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