Christmas festivities got you in need of a vacay? Make it a staycay! While you’d be right in thinking a heap of Airbnbs are already booked out, we’ve searched far and wide to find the last few remaining gems here in Perth, so you can take a beat to reset and refresh with a last minute stay. Days spent by the beach, nights out experiencing the finest places to eat and drink and a chance to rest and recharge - sounds like pure bliss.
From coastal retreats to inner city stays and luxe apartments, here are the best last-minute Airbnbs around Perth to book this Christmas.
Freo Soul
Fremantle
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With its ridiculously great line up of restaurants, bars, cafes and shops, we can’t think of a better place to stay than Fremantle and this gorgeous two bedroom apartment ticks all the boxes for. summer staycay Designed with absolute privacy and sophistication top of mind, and just a short stroll to the Freo markets, we’re totally obsessed with this abode. There’s a fully equipped kitchen, smart TV, private patio and BBQ area where you can soak up the vibrant surroundings.
Forbes Manaa Living
Applecross
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When you’re feeling all sorts of boujee, a stay at this Applecross apartment is sure to do the trick. With a king bed, custom designed furniture, 5-star hotel grade linen and towels, a 55-inch TV and sky garden, it’s all sorts of lush. The location’s pretty superb too, with the river within walking distance and a strip of cafes, restaurants and shops.
Coastal Beach Gem
Scarborough
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Surf and sand calling your name? You can't get any closer to the shore than this charming two bedroom apartment situated a literal skip away from Scarborough Beach. With a resort style lagoon pool and easy access to the area’s bars and restaurants, this is the spot for a true summer getaway.
Seascape
Scarborough
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A short stroll from Scarborough Beach, this tranquil and stylish townhouse boasts its own spa, three bedrooms and an open-plan living area for all your Christmas entertaining. Wake up and relax with a coffee in hand before heading down to the beach for a day spent on the sand. Our pick for the evening is a lazy BBQ followed by a wine or two in the spa - heaven.
Small Moments
Perth
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Nestled within the heart of the Perth CBD, this self-contained studio apartment is the ideal place to base yourself to explore everything the city has to offer. Walk into Elizabeth Quay to check out the waterfront restaurants or if you’re feeling extra lazy, jump on the free CAT bus just 120 metres away from your doorstep.
Ocean View Home
Mosman Park
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We’re sure we’ve never laid eyes on a more beautiful home than this stunning retreat in Mosman Park. It boasts uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean and lights of Rottnest, a huge pool, gym and sauna, and as well as the kitchen of dreams and a manicured garden. The recently renovated house is nothing short of perfection and you’ll be torn between wanting to spend every single moment here as well as the beaches dotted between Cottesloe and Fremantle.
Modern Coastal Retreat
Sorrento
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If you’ve got a group in tow, this four bedroom house in Sorrento with two separate living rooms and incredible outdoor entertaining area is where it’s at. A four-minute walk to Sorrento Beach and just ten minutes to Hillarys Boat Harbour means you’ll never be stuck for things to do. The best part? You’ll get your own ice bath. That’s right… you can cold plunge to your heart’s content before sitting around the beautiful outdoor fire pit to warm up.
Life on Lincoln
Highgate
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Housed in a 1939 heritage space, this eclectic apartment on Beaufort Street makes an epic location for exploring the coffee shops, eateries and vibrant stores of Highgate and Mount Lawley all within a stone’s throw of the place. With Hyde Park at the end of the street, you’ll be in your fitness (or bakery) era and feel all sorts of inner-city cool.
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