Short Term Rentals news and trends

Airbnb Overhauls Mobile App to Be ‘Similar to Amazon’
Earnings // February 13, 2025

Airbnb is accessed by about 1.6 billion devices per year, according to CEO Brian Chesky, “but we’re not a frequently used app.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Airbnb Launches ‘Co-Host’ Program for Time-Strapped Property Owners
Real Estate // October 16, 2024

Airbnb has launched a service for potential hosts who are pressed for time. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

Airbnb Wants NYC to Ease Short-Term Rental Restrictions
Real Estate // September 03, 2024

Airbnb says New York City’s short-term rental law hasn’t done its job. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

Airbnb Adds Tools to Promote Tourism, Enforce Short-Term Rental Laws
Travel Payments // February 22, 2024

Airbnb has expanded its City Portal to more than 430 jurisdictions worldwide over the past three years. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

Interviews & Exclusives
How Airbnb and 18th-Century Newspapers Found Profits from Frictions 

October 11, 2023
Brian Chesky says that Airbnb is broken and he’s going to fix it.   Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from […]

Airbnb’s Q2 Profit Surges 72% Amid Rebound in Urban, International Travel

August 04, 2023
Airbnb announced its most profitable second quarter yet on Thursday (Aug. 3), generating a net income margin of 26% — its highest Q2 ever — an 18% increase compared to...

Quick Reads
Airbnb Adds Independent Hotels to List of Lodging Options

April 19, 2026
After years of focusing on short-term home/apartment rentals, Airbnb is reportedly entering the hotel business. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

Airbnb Launches ‘Co-Host’ Program for Time-Strapped Property Owners

October 16, 2024
Airbnb has launched a service for potential hosts who are pressed for time. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Airbnb Wants NYC to Ease Short-Term Rental Restrictions

September 03, 2024
Airbnb says New York City’s short-term rental law hasn’t done its job. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Airbnb Adds Tools to Promote Tourism, Enforce Short-Term Rental Laws

February 22, 2024
Airbnb has expanded its City Portal to more than 430 jurisdictions worldwide over the past three years. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...