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Cleveland is a major city in Ohio with everything a traveler could want in terms of cultural attractions, restaurants, and parks. You might find yourself in town for a budget-friendly family vacation, a work trip, or while passing through to get somewhere else in the country. But regardless of whether you only stay for a night or for a week or more, there are some great Airbnb properties to stay at in the city, including these top recommendations.

Cozy Bungalow
This cozy bungalow is an affordable option and a popular choice on Airbnb. The bungalow accommodates up to three guests with one bedroom and one bath. It’s a 660-square-foot private duplex that is two blocks from Garfield Heights Park. There’s a well-equipped kitchen here for preparing meals, ample street parking, and a parking spot in a two-car garage that’s shared with the downstairs tenant. You’ll have access to the entire private second floor with a shared entrance when you stay here.

Apartment Near Christmas Story House
The legendary “A Christmas Story” movie was filmed in Cleveland and a celebrated local tradition in the city. When you visit, you can stay three doors down from the Christmas Story House Museum when you book this Airbnb for your group of up to five guests. It has two bedrooms and two baths in a duplex and is a unit with a private entrance. Guests here can use the laundry facilities, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. The unit has two levels, an equipped kitchen, and an oversized balcony attached to the living room on the lower level.

Twin Homes Townhouse
Meanwhile, this Airbnb townhouse can sleep up to seven guests and is an urban oasis you’ll love. The home is modern and cozy with a walkable location on the west side of the city. The host has a second Airbnb unit available next door as well. Guests enjoy the four-person hot tub, luxury tile shower, gas fireplace, and gourmet coffee beans with a grinder and French press. Entry is easily accessible with a door code, there is an outdoor parking space available to use in addition to the free street parking, and Wi-Fi available to use also.

Industrial Rustic Ascension Portal Home
This beautifully decorated house on Airbnb accommodates two guests. It has one bed and one bath, is close to the highway, and also has its own driveway and backyard. You’ll enjoy the original artwork, being near nightlife and dining, and the yoga/meditation room with a sacred geometry design on the floor. When you stay here, you’ll only be three miles to the Lake Erie beach and four miles to downtown. Coffee and snacks are available in the kitchen, and off-street parking and driveway parking is available. The unique space has even been used as a movie and music video film location!

Guest Suite Near Downtown
This guest suite is available on Airbnb for up to two guests as a private third-floor suite. It includes a one-bedroom and one bathroom and has a charming vibe with fun décor. There is a small kitchen space here, as well as a pull-out sofa bed and a large flat-screen TV. You’ll be staying in a multi-family home with an owner living on the first floor and tenant on the second floor when you make this Cleveland Airbnb booking.

Carriage House Loft
This carriage house loft accommodates up to four guests with one bedroom and one bathroom. It is located along a private alley and has a private deck and large living room. It’s a mile to downtown attractions from here. Book this Airbnb for a quiet stay with a kitchenette and private deck and yard access.

Private Victorian Suite
This private Victorian suite can accommodate up to two guests. It is a remodeled third-floor suite in a large home near Coventry Village and University Circle. The historic Coventry Village shops and restaurants are just a pleasant five-minute walk away. The suite has its own separate entrance and stairs. It’s decorated with ornate Victorian wood trim and furnishings in what used to be third-floor servants’ quarters at tree-top level.

The Grey Barn
Up to three guests can stay in this Airbnb apartment in the Lake Erie/Edgewater Park area. This is a one-bedroom apartment that’s minutes from downtown and other attractions. It’s one of four units in the Grey Barn. Inside the space, guests can use the small full kitchen, high-speed internet, and other living areas. Breakfast is provided by your host, as well as cooking basics and a king-size memory foam bed. Guests who stay here enjoy the Airbnb’s convenient location off of Route 2 at the Edgewater Park/Wendy Park exit. Ample street parking is available for guests across from the apartment.

Home by the Lake
For your group up to eight people staying in Cleveland, consider booking this home by the lake with four bedrooms and 2.5 baths. You’ll have this home to yourself and be just steps from Lake Erie. The home itself doesn’t offer lake views, but you can get those lovely views with an easy walk to the end of the street. It’s about 15 minutes from downtown Cleveland. Perks of staying here include the wood-burning fireplace, sun room, full kitchen, front porch, and backyard living space. Accommodations are spread across two floors here.