15 Best Adelaide Airbnb & VRBO Stays: Beautiful Apartments, Eco-cabins & Glamping

Adelaide is a cosmopolitan city with beaches, wineries, and some amazing annual festivals. These Adelaide Airbnb stays have been hand-picked to suit those looking for a unique and memorable stay in this amazing part of Australia.

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From inner-city cottages to countryside winery stays this list of the Top 15 Adelaide Airbnb stays will have you covered.

Stylish Adelaide Airbnb Stays

There’s great, inner-city, modern style throughout Adelaide. If you are looking to avoid some of the Adelaide hotels, these Airbnbs reflect what this city has to offer.

Beachfront Apartment 

Henley Beach | 4-5 Bedrooms | 12 Guests | VRBO

beachside table with champagne

Looking for a chic, beachside Adelaide stay? This contemporary beach house has a great rooftop deck overlooking Henley Beach and is the perfect place to feel relaxed while being close to everything. With 180-degree views, and plenty of natural light, it is one of the best Adelaide holiday houses.

  • King, Queen and single beds
  • Beach view
  • A full kitchen with an espresso machine
  • A fully equipped laundry
  • Outdoor patio

Scandi-Style Loft

Trinity Gardens | Studio | 2 Guests | Superhost

Scandi-Style Loft

This converted loft space is a unique A-frame hideaway in a quaint, suburban area. If you don’t mind sharing a common area (pool & BBQ), the loft offers a beautifully styled, clean studio space, for a good price.

  • Kitchenette with an espresso machine
  • Queen bed
  • Walk in rain shower, organic products
  • Wifi
  • Dip into the shared pool
  • Modern space

The Coach House

Malvern | Studio | 4 Guests | Superhost

The Cremorne Street Coach House

Located in a charming 19th-century suburb, this self-contained Adelaide Airbnb is a perfect spot for those who want to be close to everything, in style. It’s a 5-minute drive to the city center and walking distance to public transport. You can have a romantic, city escape or a weekend with friends!

  • Simple and elegant whilst modern
  • 2 Queen sized beds
  • Wooden features
  • Full kitchen
  • Wifi

Retro Style Cottage

Adelaide | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Superhost

Retro Paradiso

Want a memorable stay right in the CBD? This retro cottage has a colourful and unique style with easy access to the central city activities (such as Adelaide Arts and Fringe Festivals).

  • 1880’s dwelling renovated and styled 
  • Smart TV, wifi and Netflix
  • Kitchen with an oven, espresso machine

Cottage in the CBD

Adelaide | 2 Bedrooms | 4 Guests | Airbnb Plus

Quiet Chic Cottage

This Adelaide Airbnb property is right in the CBD and offers guests a comfortable, clean cottage with a private outdoor space. White brick, wooden floors and beautifully arranged indoor plants give this place a stylish touch. Perfect for all kinds of travellers, looking for a great city stay.

  • 2 levels
  • Full kitchen with an espresso machine
  • 1 King bed, 1 Queen bed
  • Conscious bathroom products provided
  • Airconditioning/Wifi
  • Double shower

The Papershell Lodge

Willunga Ludge | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Superhost

The Lodge at Papershell

Looking for a city escape? This amazing farm stay is about 45 minutes drive south of Adelaide. The Cedar-clad self-contained studio is on an almond farm that offers guests a quaint escape with modern amenities.

  • 9-acre almond orchard in conversion to a bio-diverse food forest
  • Encouraged to pick your own fruit & veg and say hello to the animals
  • Fresh produce from the garden, fresh eggs, our almonds, muesli, baked treats and jams/relishes/pickles
  • The ground floor is a dedicated yoga studio
  • Wifi
  • Kitchenette

Darling’s Cottage

North Adelaide | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Airbnb Plus

Darling's Cottage perth airbnb

A classic cottage in the heart of the city. This Adelaide Airbnb offers guests all the home amenities you could need, plus a clean, comfortable experience in a great location. This one bedroom apartment even comes with a claw-foot bathtub so you can relax in style.

  • Natural products available
  • Full kitchen
  • Airconditioning & Wifi
  • Washing Machine

Warehouse style loft

Stepney | 2 Bedrooms | 5 Guests | Superhost

A modern, industrial feel in a centrally located, green neighbourhood. Only 10 minutes from the city center it is a great spot to use as a wine tasting hub. The high ceilings and clean walls give it a nice, open feel, while the small detailed touches add a homely finish. It’s also an Airbnb Adelaide pet friendly stay.

  • Double story windows
  • Open plan living and dining with a Beechwood kitchen 
  • one king, one double bed
  • Natural light
  • Private balcony
  • Full kitchen
  • WIFI, Netflix and Stan provided

Sustainable Adelaide Airbnb Stays

These Airbnb’s have great sustainable touches. With eco travel becoming more and more popular, destinations that can accommodate sustainable practices are proving to attract a new type of tourism.

Glenberrie Place – “The Studio”

Kangarilla | One Bedroom | 2 Guests | Superhost

Set in the Adelaide Hills, this is a great escape for those who want to be close to the wineries and also encourage sustainable travel choices. Enjoy the space, the wildlife, and the outdoor firepit in this unique Adelaide accommodation.

  • Set on eight acres with panoramic views
  • Natural limestone walls, concrete floors
  • King Size bed
  • Provided with local ingredients for breakfast.
  • Wifi
  • Around 70% of the properties power comes from solar and the rest is offset with annual tree planting
  • The whole property is off-grid for water (relying on rainwater)
  • Green waste is composted on-site
  • They grow their own fruit and vegetables
  • Full kitchen with an espresso machine

Adelaide Earth house

Coromandel East | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Superhost

Adelaide hills earth house

This unique Adelaide Airbnb stay is tucked into the bushland and prides itslef on their sustainable practices. The mudbrick cabin is a great attraction while the modern style studio offers comfortable sleeping arrangements.

  • Complimentary breakfast for the first morning of your stay
  • Limited access to Wi-Fi. 
  • Private deck
  • Resident koalas frequent the property
  • The kitchen area in the Mudbrick Cabin is well equipped with a gas cooktop and extensive cooking equipment
  • The mudbrick cabin was bulit in the 1980’s using upcyled materials and runs off grid on solar panels

Eco Pod in the Kuitpo forest

Dingabledinga | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Superhost

Eco Pod in the Kuitpo forest

Want to stay at a winery? This Adelaide Airbnb offers guests a unique, indoor-outdoor living experience on one of South Australia’s most renowned wineries. Approx 1 hour drive from the CBD this is a great weekend escape!

  • Queen bed and
  • Kitchenette facilities, including a Webber bbq
  • Indoor wood heater, temperature-controlled heating and cooling, a fridge, a fire pit
  • Outdoor bath on the deck!
  • Option to  join guests in the cellar door garden for a wood oven pizza and bottle of wine or do your own thing at the cabin

Deluxe Shipping Container Retreat

Kangarilla | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Airbnb Plus

Deluxe Shipping Container Retreat

Look out to a winery from the deck of this unique, Adelaide Airbnb. It is a converted shipping container with clever use of space. Around 40 minutes to the CBD it makes for a great hub to explore the Adelaide hills or even the city center by day.

  • Minimalist style
  • Water-less eco-toilet
  • Vineyard views
  • Beanbag sofa
  • Wifi
  • Small kitchen

Unique Adelaide Airbnb Stays

Airbnb is a great choice for those who want something different, something memorable & something unique. This Adelaide Airbnb is following the growing “tiny house” trend and taking steps to reduce its footprint in an eye-catching way.

Tiny House Pod

Ironbank | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Superhost

tiny house pod adelaide airbnb

Only 25 minutes from the CBD this Adelaide Airbnb feels super remote. Nestled into the bushland of Bandicoot Springs, you will likely see real Bandicoots that live around the property. Enjoy an outdoor fire and the natural sounds in this highly recommended, city escape.

  • Small kitchenette
  • Surrounded by nature
  • Bandicoot family comes to visit
  • Set on the edge of a natural spring 

Glamping Adelaide Airbnb Stays

Glamping is a great way to experience the natural landscape with a rustic feel (in a comfortable setting). Perfect for couples who want a weekend escape, or groups of friends/family that want to unite. Here are some unique Airbnb Adelaide stays featuring bell tents:

Tent on a Hill Glamping Adelaide

Blewitt Springs | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Superhost

Only a 45 minute drive from the CBD is this awesome Glamping destination. Set in the hills overlooking wineries, sounded by native sounds, five different bell tents make up this collection of hideaway tents. The tents are far enough away that you could either stay comfortably as a couples getaway or join forces and book out all of the tents for a family/friend get-together.

  • No running water, but a jug of drinking water was provided
  • The outside bathroom consists of a non-flushing dry drop toilet with a handwashing basin (with water jug),
  • There’s a camp-style shower (approx 20L per person)
  • Outdoor fire pit
  • Queen bed
  • Set on farmland with sheep
  • No kitchen but you can BYO BBQ

Bushland Bell Adelaide Glamping

Crafers West | 3 Bedrooms | 5 Guests | Superhost

If you are looking for a short term stay, glamping is a unique and romantic experience. This property has two Glamping “Bell Tents”, that can be rented individually, and is perfect for those who want an easy, comfortable camping experience near the city and the wineries.

  • Queen bed
  • Camping toilet in its own shed 
  • Bbq, cooking utensils, and outdoor eating areas
  • Fairy lights at night
  • Option to also hire our tents out to be set up in National Park Campsites and regular campsites

Things to do in Adelaide

There are plenty of things to do in Adelaide for all kinds of travellers. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing beach day, an inner city stroll, or a hillside winery tour, you can find something for everyone.

Here are a couple of highlights:

  • Adelaide Central Market is an iconic city stop for those who love food. It is a hub of fresh produce and local delicacies.
  • Barossa Valley is one of the world’s most famous wine regions and is only 45 minutes drive from Adelaide city. It boasts 80 cellar door, wine tasting venues, and is a beautiful place to spend time driving around.
  • Glenelg Beach is a local favorite that sees a wide range of people at sunset time. You can BBQ in one of the grassy areas or dine in at one of the various restaurants along the beach walk.
  • The Botanical Garden in the city center offers some of the best plant collections in Australia and is a great free activity/place to spend some time between the bustling city activities.
  • Watch a sporting game at the Adelaide Oval

Eat & Drink Ideas

  • Hennesy Rooftop Bar is inner-city chic and gets a good crowd on Fridays and Saturdays
  • Penfolds Estate Restaurant is a great place to taste some local favorite wine in style
  • Nourish’d Kitchen Cafe is the perfect spot for breakfast
  • Fine & Fettle is a popular place to eat or grab a few drinks
  • Wholly Belly is casual dining with some tasty pizzas.
  • The Libertine By Louis is a restaurant with a french inspired courtyard.
  • Little Bang Brewery is an independent brewery with food, music and events.
  • Lucky’s Beach Club is a Hamptons inspired pop up bar open during the Summer months. It features an outdoor experience with cocktails, food, and DJs.
  • The Republic has a great beer garden featuring a retractable roof and hanging plants

Unique Places to Stay in Australia

Looking for some more unique places to stay in Australia? Here are some of our favourite vacation rentals for you to check out:

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  • Aaron Salyer

    Aaron Salyer is a co-founder of The Dharma Trails, where his background in coastal engineering and passion for sustainability and writing have blended together. Through this platform, Aaron’s insightful narratives reach a global audience, advocating for conscious travel practices worldwide.

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