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Checking in: Unique Airbnbs of the week - Most livable cities edition

  • <p>The first property is an <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/11971652" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:incredible penthouse;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">incredible penthouse</a> in the top city on the list, Melbourne, Australia. This unit rents for $206 per night.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    The first property is an incredible penthouse in the top city on the list, Melbourne, Australia. This unit rents for $206 per night.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>It’s beautifully decorated and filled with big windows that will give you amazing views of the city.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    It’s beautifully decorated and filled with big windows that will give you amazing views of the city.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>Here’s one of the two bedrooms. Waking up here would be an absolute pleasure.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    Here’s one of the two bedrooms. Waking up here would be an absolute pleasure.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>The unit has one bathroom, and like the rest of the place it’s clean and modern.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    The unit has one bathroom, and like the rest of the place it’s clean and modern.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>Guests can also use the building’s amenities, like the gym and indoor pool.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    Guests can also use the building’s amenities, like the gym and indoor pool.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>Next up is this <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/849480" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:large yet minimalist unit;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">large yet minimalist unit</a>, also a penthouse, in the number two city on the list, Vienna, Austria. It goes for $518 a night.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    Next up is this large yet minimalist unit, also a penthouse, in the number two city on the list, Vienna, Austria. It goes for $518 a night.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>The views give you a perfect blend of the old and the new.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    The views give you a perfect blend of the old and the new.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>Here’s one of the unit’s three bedrooms; this one is just as bright and airy as the main living area.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    Here’s one of the unit’s three bedrooms; this one is just as bright and airy as the main living area.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>The kitchen is stark, modern and well-equipped.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    The kitchen is stark, modern and well-equipped.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>There’s also a balcony where you can take in the sights of historic Vienna.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    There’s also a balcony where you can take in the sights of historic Vienna.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>The number three city on the list is Vancouver, Canada. This <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/13416108" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:luxury loft;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">luxury loft</a> rents for $211 a night.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    The number three city on the list is Vancouver, Canada. This luxury loft rents for $211 a night.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>The kitchen is chic and striking. It sits under the upper level of the loft.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    The kitchen is chic and striking. It sits under the upper level of the loft.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>The master bedroom sits on the second floor and overlooks the main living area.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    The master bedroom sits on the second floor and overlooks the main living area.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>The master bathroom is large and features a separate tub and shower.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    The master bathroom is large and features a separate tub and shower.
    (Airbnb)

  • <p>There’s even a second sleeping area tucked in next to the kitchen.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
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    Airbnbs of the week

    There’s even a second sleeping area tucked in next to the kitchen.
    (Airbnb)

<p>The first property is an <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/11971652" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:incredible penthouse;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">incredible penthouse</a> in the top city on the list, Melbourne, Australia. This unit rents for $206 per night.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>It’s beautifully decorated and filled with big windows that will give you amazing views of the city.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>Here’s one of the two bedrooms. Waking up here would be an absolute pleasure.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>The unit has one bathroom, and like the rest of the place it’s clean and modern.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>Guests can also use the building’s amenities, like the gym and indoor pool.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>Next up is this <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/849480" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:large yet minimalist unit;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">large yet minimalist unit</a>, also a penthouse, in the number two city on the list, Vienna, Austria. It goes for $518 a night.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>The views give you a perfect blend of the old and the new.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>Here’s one of the unit’s three bedrooms; this one is just as bright and airy as the main living area.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>The kitchen is stark, modern and well-equipped.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>There’s also a balcony where you can take in the sights of historic Vienna.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>The number three city on the list is Vancouver, Canada. This <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/13416108" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:luxury loft;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">luxury loft</a> rents for $211 a night.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>The kitchen is chic and striking. It sits under the upper level of the loft.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>The master bedroom sits on the second floor and overlooks the main living area.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>The master bathroom is large and features a separate tub and shower.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
<p>There’s even a second sleeping area tucked in next to the kitchen.<br>(Airbnb) </p>
Allan Shifman

Every year The Economist puts out its list of the world’s most livable cities, called the Global Livability Ranking. In this week’s look at unique Airbnbs, we’ve decided to focus on the top three cities on the 2017 list: Melbourne, Vienna and Vancouver.

These cities are all beautiful in their own right, and any of them would make a great place to spend your much-needed vacation time.

Have a look at this week’s offerings and let us know in the comments below which is your favourite.

All prices in USD.