Stress less and earn more from your Melbourne short-term rental

Relax knowing your property is in safe hands. With our local expertise and industry-leading tech, you’ll enjoy strong returns, glowing reviews, and total peace of mind.

Is your property in demand? Check if we manage homes in your area.

Meet your local Melbourne hosts

Our Melbourne experts live and work in your area. They know the local market inside out and go the extra mile to create memorable stays and stress-free management. Think of them as your trusted point of contact for everything to do with your home. Book a chat and meet your host face-to-face.

Yudo

Local Host

Recommendations: Loves connecting with the locals at South Melbourne Market, packed with over 150 stalls.

Serviced areas:

CBD, Carlton, Docklands, South Yarra, Prahran, St Kilda, Port Melbourne, Glen Waverley, Box Hill, and Mordialloc](/content/host/yudo/index.html)

Khally

Local Host

Recommendations: Nine Yards café, Alimentari, and Melbourne Museum.

Serviced areas:

Broad coverage across Melbourne CBD, Inner North, Inner West, Bayside, Eastern Suburbs, and Northern Suburbs](/content/host/khally/index.html)

Eduardo

Local Host

Recommendations: Top picks are Pastuso restaurant for delightful Peruvian flavours and a Yarra River boat ride.

Serviced areas:

CBD, Docklands, Carlton, Prahran, and Richmond](/content/host/eduardo/index.html)

Ruth

Local Host

Recommendationss: Coastal escapes to the Mornington Peninsula, Great Ocean Road and Port Phillip.

Serviced areas:

Bayside, Inner North, Prahran, St Kilda, Richmond, Fitzroy, Hawthorn, and Kew](/content/host/ruth/index.html)

Alex

Local Host

Loves walking the Yarra River and prides himself on maximising investment returns for homeowners.

Serviced areas:

CBD, Docklands, Carlton, Southbank, Richmond, and Yarraville](/content/host/alex/index.html)

Audrey

Local Host

Recommendations: Cargo restaurant at Docklands for breathtaking sunset views.

Serviced areas:

Inner North, CBD, Docklands, Richmond, Prahran, St Kilda, Port Melbourne, Geelong, and Surf Coast](/content/host/audrey/index.html)

Melbourne Airbnb management built for results

Running a property yourself can quickly become overwhelming. With Hometime, you get a complete service, not just an extra pair of hands. We take care of the details so you can enjoy a reliable income without the hassle.

Professional cleaning

Our professional cleaners reset every property to Hometime’s gold standard, ensuring a fresh, five-star welcome every time.

Proactive maintenance

We fix issues fast and prevent future problems, protecting your property’s long-term value.

Timely guest communication

Local hosts respond quickly and warmly to guest messages, with communication ratings 10% higher than Airbnb’s benchmark.

Data-driven pricing

We combine advanced market tools with live data to capture demand beyond Airbnb’s Smart Pricing.

Optimised listings that stand out

Professional styling, photography, and copywriting keep your property competitive year-round.

Transparent owner portal

Track earnings, bookings, and performance at any time, with direct access to your local host.

Where we operate in Melbourne

Our local teams cover these top-performing regions:

Melbourne CBD & Inner City
Docklands, Southbank, Carlton, Fitzroy, Collingwood, Richmond, Prahran, and more

Bayside & Coastal
St Kilda, Port Melbourne, Albert Park, Brighton, Sandringham, Mordialloc, Mornington Peninsula, Great Ocean Road, and more

Inner North & West
North Melbourne, Brunswick, Northcote, Fairfield, Yarraville, Footscray, and more

Eastern Suburbs
Hawthorn, Kew, Camberwell, Box Hill, Glen Waverley, and more

Greater Melbourne & Beyond
Geelong, Surf Coast and Blue Mountains (limited coverage)

Melbourne's short-term stays are in demand - are you ready?

Melbourne attracts steady visitor numbers year-round thanks to its reputation as a cultural capital. The city draws huge crowds from key events like the Australian Open, the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, and AFL Grand Final.

Average occupancy in Melbourne

71%

Average daily rate in Melbourne

$222

We help property owners earn more.

See our Melbourne results for yourself.

Peace of mind and strong returns with Hometime

After two disappointing experiences with short-term rental managers, the homeowner discovered Hometime.