Airbnb
🏡 Airbnb in detail — Let's take a look at this platform that's changing the way we stay.
If Agoda and Hotels.com are representatives of traditional hotel booking platforms, then Airbnb is the "new generation choice" that subverts travel accommodation habits.
It is not just a hotel booking website, it is also a local living experience !
✨ What is Airbnb?
Airbnb was founded in San Francisco, USA in 2008. Its name comes from "Air Bed & Breakfast". The original concept was that "travelers can rent a bed or room in a local's home."
To date, Airbnb has become the world's most well-known short-term rental platform , providing not only accommodation but also "experience tours" (Airbnb Experiences), allowing travelers to gain a deeper understanding of local culture.
What I like most about Airbnb is:
💡 You can live in a local's home and experience the most authentic life instead of just staying in tourist hotel areas.
🌟 Airbnb's key features
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Diverse accommodation options
- From single rooms, whole-floor apartments, to single-family villas, beachside cabins, and even tree houses and tents!
- Suitable for couples, small families, backpackers, and even large groups.
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Local Experience
Airbnb is not just a platform for accommodation; you can also book "experience tours" hosted by locals, such as cooking classes, city tours, and handicraft workshops. -
Real interaction <br>Travelers can communicate directly with the host, asking about local hidden attractions or life advice, and the experience is more humane than in a hotel.
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Flexible rental period <br>Whether it is a short-term stay of one night or a long-term stay of more than a month, Airbnb can find a suitable option.
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Multiple payment methods <br>Supports credit cards, PayPal, and you can also choose to pay in installments (depending on the region).
💡 Editor's Friendly Reminder
- Be sure to read reviews before booking : Landlords and guests can review each other. It is recommended to choose a landlord with high reviews and high response rate, so that you will feel more at ease when staying in a room.
- Cleaning and service fees : Airbnb prices include cleaning and service fees in addition to the room rate. Remember to carefully confirm the total amount before checking out.
- Safety : Although Airbnb already has a host verification system, it is still recommended to choose accommodation with "Superhost" for better quality assurance.
- Regulatory restrictions : Some cities have regulations on short-term rentals on Airbnb. You can check the local regulations before booking a room.
🔗 Official website link
👉 Airbnb official website (Traditional Chinese)
📝 Editor's Summary
If you want more than just a "one-night stay" but to experience local life , Airbnb is definitely the best choice!
For travelers who like to explore and want to stay in a different kind of accommodation, Airbnb can bring surprises that hotels cannot.
However, the editor would also like to remind you that Airbnb prices are sometimes not necessarily cheaper than hotels, and may even be higher after adding cleaning fees, so you still need to compare prices and confirm the total amount to find the most cost-effective option.
