10 Airbnbs to recommend to your friends and family

4 May

If you’re here, you’re likely not a local – so welcome! You should definitely come to Toowoomba, it’s great. And if you’re looking for somewhere to stay, you’re in the right place.

Published 4 May 2022

Photography: Morgan Smith

We’re always asked about accommodation, and to be honest, it’s not our speciality – after all, we’re locals! But due to popular demand, we’ve rounded up a range of Superhosted Airbnbs around town so you have something to send your family and friends!

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Ivory Townhouse

Close to: Ortem, Café de Velo and Mouse Proof Brewery

This sweet and spotlessly clean two-bedroom townhouse is just 2km from the city, and within walking distance to cafés such as Ortem and Café de Velo. There's a fenced grassed area (small pets on application), a fully equipped laundry and a garage. It can accommodate up to five guests.

If you are travelling with a large group, Ivory Cottage a few doors down has another three bedrooms.

Entire townhouse at $140/night

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Norwood Roses

Close to: Ortem, Café de Velo and Mouse Proof Brewery

This adults-only retreat has been featured in Country Style and Home Beautiful magazines, and has won awards for its garden. Safe to say it’s beautiful! With a clawfoot bathtub, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private garden, it’s a perfectly romantic getaway.

Entire house at $245/night

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The Grevillea

Close to: Toowoomba Hospital and City Golf Club

This spacious one-bedroom apartment has a generous landscaped courtyard and is perfect for business travellers and couples. Enjoy your morning coffee on the sun-soaked balcony. There’s off-street undercover parking, and baby amenities (high chairs, baths etc.) on request. The East-West creek bicycle path runs close by the apartment for those keen to take a stroll or cycle.

Entire apartment at $115/night

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King Balcony Apartment

Close to: Empire Theatre, Zev’s Bistro, and basically anything within the CBD

This one-bedroom apartment is located right in the city, complete with a full kitchen. The building includes undercover parking, as well as an on-site gym, a pool, a BBQ area and a spa. There is also a washer and dryer in the apartment, but guests also have access to an on-site laundry.

Entire apartment at $130/night

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WISTERIA COTTAGE

Close to: Gabbinbar Homestead

This four-bedroom Hamptons-style cottage comfortably accommodates up to 10 people. Only 70m from the front gates of Gabbinbar Homestead, it’s the perfectly space for wedding guests. There’s a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and a covered outdoor area. Pets are allowed in the large fenced yard.

Entire house at $260/night

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The Lighthouse

Close to: Toowoomba Grammar School, St Vincent’s Hospital and Sage & Butler

This three-bedroom home in East Toowoomba is perfectly positioned for proximity to local boarding schools and hospitals, as well as the cafés of the suburb. There's a fireplace, bay windows in the bedrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen for entertaining. The Lighthouse has a small garage, is fully fenced and off street parking is available.

Entire house at $240/night

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North Toowoomba Guest Suite

Close to: Mouse Proof Brewery and Ortem

This clean and comfortable guest suite is great for a couple or business traveller who needs an easy bolt hole within easy reach of hospitals, boarding schools and the city centre. With its own ensuite, a small kitchenette, and a personal outdoor space, this private suite is an affordable but lovely place to spend time.

Private room at $65/night

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Sambambi Abode

Close to: USQ, Kearney Springs Sporting Fields and the Japanese Gardens

This three-bedroom private duplex is fully self contained, with an outdoor undercover dining area, a kitchen with basic pantry items and a fully fenced courtyard (enquiries welcome for outdoor pets).

Entire guest house at $124/night

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Viola House

Close to: Picnic Point, Range Shopping Centre and Gabbinbar Homestead

This recently renovated three-bedroom house has a fully equipped kitchen, a fenced garden (with a veggie patch you can access!), and a two car garage. Within walking distance to the shopping centre, where you can stock up groceries or eat at one of the casual restaurants there.

Entire house at $216/night

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Picnic Point Villas

Close to: Picnic Point, High Street Plaza, Range Shopping Centre

This self-contained villa features two bedrooms plus a sofa bed. There is a separate laundry, a private bathroom and the kitchen is fully equipped. There is also free private parking.

Entire apartment at $85/night