Apartments in Australia
592 properties self-catering apartments and aparthotels across 10 destinations in Australia, from € 55 per night for two adults.
Apartments in Australia at a glance
We track 592 properties self-catering apartments and aparthotels across 10 destinations in Australia. Melbourne has the most with 130; Darwin has the lowest starting price at € 55 a night. Typical prices across the country run from € 124 to € 306 depending on where you go, which is a wider gap than most travellers expect within one country. Staying in Byron Bay costs about 2.5 times what Melbourne does for the same kind of property, so if your plans are flexible the destination matters more than the hotel.
| Destination | Properties | From / night | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne | 130 | from € 77 | € 124 |
| Gold Coast | 110 | from € 121 | € 219 |
| Brisbane | 96 | from € 117 | € 163 |
| Sydney | 59 | from € 104 | € 178 |
| Perth | 44 | from € 110 | € 172 |
| Hobart | 43 | from € 100 | € 179 |
| Cairns | 41 | from € 95 | € 150 |
| Adelaide | 34 | from € 110 | € 144 |
| Byron Bay | 19 | from € 174 | € 306 |
| Darwin | 16 | from € 55 | € 145 |
What to look for in apartments in Australia
Self-contained places with a kitchen, usually rented by the night like a hotel but run differently. The trade is space and independence against services: there is often no daily cleaning, no breakfast, and no one at a desk at midnight. For stays beyond a few nights, being able to cook and do laundry changes the cost of the trip.
Before you book, check
- How check-in works. Key boxes and self check-in are common, and they need a working phone and clear instructions.
- Whether cleaning and linen are charged separately, which is normal and can be substantial on a short stay.
- Which floor it is on and whether there is a lift.
- Whether the kitchen is a real kitchen or a hob and a kettle.
Several cities now restrict short-term rentals and require a registration number. Properties operating without one do get shut down, occasionally between your booking and your arrival. Booking through a platform that handles the payment gives you somewhere to turn if that happens.
Worth it for: Stays of four nights or more, families, groups, and anyone who wants to eat in occasionally.
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Frequently asked
How many apartments are there in Australia?
We can currently book 592 across 10 destinations in Australia, starting from €55 per night for two adults.
Which destination in Australia has the most?
Melbourne, with 130 properties self-catering apartments and aparthotels.