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Beachside Port Melbourne
Our accommodation contributed hugely to our enjoyment of our time in Melbourne. The overall experience across the facilities and the service were of an extremely high order. Expectations were well matched if not exceeded. The location was both beautiful and extremely convenient. Would highly recommend Barbara and her beautiful apartment.

Saint Moritz Luxury in St Kilda
Thank you Heidi for an amazing stay. From the very first enquiry to checkout your communication and help was amazing. Really appreciate the guidance in advance on checkin and checkout to ensure everything was seamless and hassle free. The accomodation was spectacular and exactly as described and pictured, more than expected. Amenities both within the apartment and the facility were fantastic. The induction with concierge on checkin was such a great experience and all the staff were so accomodating. Central and a short walk to so many must do’s including Luna Park, St Kilda Pier, Fitzroy and Acland Streets, The Esplanade… the list is endless. Highly recommend.

Stylish 1-Bed Apartment with Spectacular Views
Cozy place in heart of Docklands. Easy to check-in and check-out.

Anchors Down on Nelson
Ralph was always responsive and a great help. Place was great and perfect location definitely will stay here again ❤️

Exciting St Kilda and the BEACH on your doorstep!
The apartment is ideal for two people. It came with a well equipped kitchen with initial basic essentials provided (tea, coffee, etc) - ideal after a long journey. There is plenty of storage space in the bedroom. In addition there is a washer and dryer available - no need to take as many clothes next time. We hired a car, so a parking space was essential, and was provided in the basement. Fantastic location on the promenade with additional beaches located to the east of St. Kilda. Easy access to local bars, restaurants and supermarkets. The nearest tram stops are within 300m of the property giving easy access to the city. The trams are regular and we didn't see any delays or cancellations. If we ever return to Melbourne, we would definitely check on its availability. Thanks Jen Regards John

Lovely 3 bedroom water view apartment
Our family loved Anna’s space. She was so kind and helpful! It was a perfect size for our group of 5. Situated near a tram stop that’s in the free tram zone. We have visited Melbourne many times but this is by far our favourite stay. Super convenient and met our needs of open space for our toddler to expand her energy. Clean apartment and accessible!

Lavish Southbank apartment with free parking
Fantastic location and ammenities. Beautiful view and beds very comfy. One of the best areas we’ve had access to. Philip was an excellent host, very quick to respond.

City View APT Docklands (Instant Book)
very comfortable apartment everything we needed was there we made a last minute reservation and the host checked us in early and checked us out late..It felt very homely..Thanks nura hopefully we will C U again soon
Waterfront house rentals

Spacious large family house and garden
We loved this house!!! Lauren has done a beautiful job of furnishing and decorating this old 70s house. From the front, the street appeal isn't great but that doesn't matter at all once you enter. It's VERY spacious, stylish, comfortable and homely. The beds were comfy, the kitchen well equipped, Lauren even provides multiple towels for each guest which is so lovely when having a longer stay! It's the small, thoughtful touches like this that can make a huge difference.. There are books and games for both kids and adults alike. Lauren is so helpful and friendly, and was always quick to respond. Despite being an older house, we can't fault our stay, we absolutely loved it and would happily return. Thank you so much Lauren!!

The Parkview Retreat
During our short stay in Dandenong for a basketball tournament, we stayed in this lovely home that was ideally located near shops and adjacent to a local park, perfect for the kids to play. The property was spacious, well-kept, and offered a nice sense of privacy. Our host, Chamila, was so accommodating and attentive, always ready to answer any questions we had, which truly made us feel at home. Overall, our stay in this great location was an enjoyable experience.

Family Cityside Beach House, Pool & Roof Terrace
Great place and in Williamstown premier location 😉

Beachside Retreat
Place was so cozy & comfortable- Felt like home right away! The proximity to the beach & shops was wonderful! Enjoyed every minute. The home was extremely clean & well stocked. We would definitely stay here agein! Thank you!!!

Waterside Place - Upscale River Precinct
Beautiful house it was so easy to find and felt just like home, beds felt amazing and comfortable. The house was super clean and was perfect for staying, would definitely stay longer. Especially the shopping centre being only a 5 min drives was perfect for shopping.

Waterside Elegance Tranquil Villa | Free Parking
Had a great stay at Vshine’s place! The house was clean, comfortable, and in a great location close to local attractions. Everything was as described, and the host was friendly and easy to communicate with. Would definitely recommend and stay again!

Brum's Place
Great Host, perfect for hosting large groups, plenty of privacy for group of couples. Spacious and clean for reasonable price in a big group.

Hampton Haven Pool metres to the Beach
Loved our stay here we used Brighton Beach train station such a nice walk along the water to get there 😁
Waterfront apartment rentals

Stunning Views, Marvel 5mins Walk & Free Parking
Spotlessly clean springs to mind. We appreciated the provisions in unit for our use. Very comfortable with modern decor. Great views. Proximity to restaurants trams is amazing just a few minutes' walk away. Would recommend this Airbnb to anyone and would choose to stay again if the opportunity arise.

Lavish Condo -seaview, near CROWN, MCEC etc
The apartment is amazing, it’s right in the heart of Melbourne so you can get around by walking but if you’re not a walker then there is multitude tram stops nearby. Also Matt is a wonderful host who was very helpful and responsive. For anyone coming to Melbourne I would recommend staying here

City Luxury Skyline 2BR2BTH &Hot Tub@WSP Free Tram
Great apartment as shown on photos

River & City SkyLine 180 View (Sub Penhouse)
We truly enjoyed our family stay here ... it felt like a cosy home away from home! The apartment was clean, well-maintained, and fully equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable trip. From kitchen essentials to laundry facilities, everything was thoughtfully provided, making it so convenient for a travelling family like ours. The panoramic view from the apartment was absolutely stunning~~ A daily "wow" moment for all of us! Watching the skyline change from sunrise to night was one of our favourite parts of the stay and made for some unforgettable memories. Just a small note for future guests: there is only one heater unit located in the living area, and the bedrooms don’t have separate heating. That said, the host provided plenty of extra blankets so we were still warm and cosy throughout the chilly Melbourne nights. It wasn’t a problem for us at all, but worth being aware of. Thank you again for the lovely stay, Ange! ✨️

Entire home/apt+free parking in Docklands
The best Airbnb experience I had so far. Mr Simon is really caring for his clients. I am looking forward to booking his place again. Very homy, comfy and cozy!

Trendy 2Bed/2Bath City Views Riverside Apartment
Great location that is convient location to the city but also far away enough for peace and quiet with beautiful peaceful surroundings. Hosts were very responsive and very informative. We would definitely stay again.

Iconic City & River Views
Great place in a fantastic location with nice views over Melbourne. Host was responsive, flexible and very easy to work with.

270 Degree Waterfront View*2 Bed*Free Carpark
Angel Was an amazing host and her place is wonderful and in a great location. Private for relaxing and also close to entertainment also. Good for kids and would highly recommend.
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in South Melbourne
Total rentals
30 properties
Nightly prices starting at
₹3,462 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
1.7K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
20 properties are a good fit for families
Rentals with a pool
20 properties have a pool
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace
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- Hardware Lane
- Phillip Island
- Crown Melbourne
- Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Marvel Stadium
- St Kilda beach
- Rod Laver Arena
- Sorrento Back Beach
- Fawkner Park
- Mount Martha Beach North
- Koonya Ocean Beach
- Thirteenth Beach
- Somers Beach
- Peninsula Hot Springs
- Edinburgh Gardens
- Smiths Beach
- Queen Victoria Market
- Portsea Surf Beach
- Puffing Billy Railway
- Royal Melbourne Golf Club
- Torquay Surf Beach
- Bancoora Beach
- AAMI Park
- Point Nepean National Park