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These Route 66 Airbnbs Feel Like Time Capsules (With Better Amenities)

Editorial Team — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:39:17 +0000

Number of guests: 2
Bed and bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
Why we love it: Unique design, gas firepit, barbecue, rolling library ladder

Tiny home living meets big Arizona scenery at this thoughtfully designed home in Williams, one of Route 66’s most beloved mountain towns. Located just two blocks from the historic downtown strip, the Airbnb allows travelers to park the car and walk straight to the neon signs, diners, shops, and live music venues that continue to give this stretch of the Mother Road its enduring appeal. But despite its central location, the property feels remarkably secluded, tucked among towering pines with a private firepit and outdoor dining area that encourage guests to slow down and savor northern Arizona’s cooler temperatures.

Originally built using reclaimed wood from a 1920s carriage house, the space balances rustic character with newer upscale touches, from a Kohler soaking tub and plush spa robes to luxurious Boll & Branch linens. The lofted queen bed, accessed by a rolling library ladder, adds to the cozy cabin atmosphere, while a kitchenette, outdoor grill, and café-style patio make longer stays especially comfortable.

City: Williams, Arizona
Things to do nearby: Downtown Williams, Grand Canyon South Rim, Bill Williams Mountain, Kaibab National Forest

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Live Like a Local at These 12 Cape Town Airbnbs With Pools, Hot Tubs, and Epic Views

Editorial Team — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:36:57 +0000

Number of guests: 5
Bed and bath: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath
Why we love it: Reclaimed furniture pieces, two outdoor spaces, Balinese-style bathroom

This 200-year-old Victorian house feels steeped in Cape heritage, thanks to its prime location within the quaint village of Kalk Bay. Thick stone walls, original wooden floorboards, and towering sash windows mix happily with cool reclaimed furniture pieces, giving the spot a stylish, authentic look that’s equal parts considered and curated. The ground-floor apartment opens onto two outdoor spaces—a harbor-facing terrace at the front and a secluded plant-filled courtyard at the back—so you can enjoy a morning coffee sheltered from the wind. Inside, the rooms are spacious and calming, with two comfortable bedrooms with big, squashy beds and a Balinese-style bathroom with a luxe outdoor shower. When it’s time to head out, you’re well placed for all the sights, being just moments from Kalk Bay’s cafés, tidal pools, and antique shops, letting you soak up the character of this charming seaside neighborhood immediately.

Location: Kalk Bay
Things to do nearby: Kalk Bay Main Road, Dalebrook Tidal Pool, Danger Beach

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Enjoy an Island Getaway at These Beautiful Airbnbs in Rhodes—One of Greece's Largest and Most Historic Islands

Editorial Team — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:35:11 +0000

Here’s where to stay on this island paradise that doubles as an open-air museum.

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Hudson Valley Bound? Here’s Our Town-by-Town Guide For Your Next Trip

Editorial Team — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:51:54 +0000

Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow

Best for: Gilded Age estates and river views

Less than an hour’s drive from Manhattan, sister towns Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow offer one of the easiest entries into the Hudson Valley, with a mix of riverfront views, landmark estates, and enough dining and culture to fill an entire weekend. The headline attractions are worth your attention: Kykuit, the Rockefeller family’s hilltop estate, is one of the region’s most spectacular sights (open from May to December), while Lyndhurst Mansion brings sweeping Gothic Revival grandeur to the river’s edge. There’s also plenty of literary history woven throughout this special pocket, from Washington Irving’s riverside estate, Sunnyside, to the spooky yet alluring Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, where winding roads, notable graves, and dramatic Hudson views continue to draw visitors nearly two centuries after The Legend of Sleepy Hollow was published.

When you’re done exploring the villages, head to scenic RiverWalk and waterfront parks for some of the Lower Hudson Valley’s most accessible river views, particularly around Kingsland Point Park and Horan’s Landing, where locals gather for sunset picnics and summer concerts. Fall may bring the crowds thanks to Halloween lore and seasonal events like the iconic Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze, but the area’s appeal extends well beyond October.

Downtown Tarrytown is the ideal home base for a visit to the area, with a walkable main street dotted with cafés, boutiques, and independent shops. The dining scene punches well above its weight: Goosefeather draws diners for contemporary Cantonese cuisine inside the historic Tarrytown House Estate, and Horsefeathers remains a longtime favorite for burgers, sandwiches, and a kickin’ local crowd. For a dinner out on the town, the waterfront setting at Red Hat on the River is hard to beat, particularly for dining at sunset. Between meals, catch a performance at the historic Tarrytown Music Hall, or check out one of the many seasonal festivals, outdoor concerts, and cultural events.

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My Favorite Airbnb: A Spacious, Light-Filled Sanctuary in Mexico City Where Condesa and Roma Meet

Editorial Team — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:27:52 +0000

At this point, nearly every New York creative has considered a move to Mexico City, with its verdant parks, walkable neighborhoods, ever-evolving food scene, and artistic treasure trove of galleries and museums.

The discourse around the mass American migration to CDMX is one of both gentrification and opportunity, and short-term rental platforms play a not-insignificant role. So, when I too felt the overwhelming urge to join the flock and fly south to the Mexican capital this winter, I knew I wanted an Airbnb that fulfilled my logistical needs (affordable price point and central location) and moral obligations (a listing owned and operated by a full-time local resident, not a third-party management company).

This spacious one-bedroom apartment, located on the border of Mexico City’s popular Condesa and Roma neighborhoods, hit all the marks. The home’s owner, Mariana, is a highly rated Airbnb superhost who has been using the platform for eight years, with nearly 900 reviews and an average rating of 4.85 stars. According to her bio, she’s also a graphic designer at a Mexico City–based creative agency and a mother of three.

The most obvious perk of renting an actual home from an actual person is that you can communicate with a real-life resident should any questions or issues arise. This, of course, comes in handy for sourcing local intel and recommendations, but also for logistical snafus regarding luggage storage, early check-in, or tricky key hand-offs (all three of which Mariana responded to with gracious flexibility).

Unlike the other Airbnb I stayed in for the second half of my trip, which seduced me with its Instagrammable pink walls and sleek interior design but lacked simple necessities (such as doors that closed and lights that turned on), you could tell this apartment was actually designed for somebody to live in, as opposed to being a backdrop for content creation. While it might have seemed a bit simple in the listing, I was proven wrong during my stay, and it ended up being my preferred choice between the two. There were smaller lived-in details, like the dining room’s armoire of tableware and wine glasses and the pre-loved selection of books and board games, as well as amenities that made this apartment suitable for months-long stays, like an in-unit washer and dryer and extra trundle bed.

The layout was spacious, with a dining area (pictured), kitchen, living room, and two bedrooms.

Hannah Towey

With two twin beds, a trundle, and one queen, the Airbnb can comfortably sleep up to five guests.

Hannah Towey

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These Portland Airbnbs Have Everything You Need for a Dreamy Maine Getaway

Editorial Team — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:25:54 +0000

Number of guests: 8
Bed and bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
Why we love it: Newly remodeled, clawfoot soaking tub, free parking, dedicated workspace

Freshly renovated in 2025, this stylish three-bedroom apartment offers the space and amenities of a full home while offering guests an oasis just minutes from downtown Portland. The bright first-floor stay pairs modern finishes with thoughtful touches, like a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, a clawfoot soaking tub, a dedicated workspace, and free on-site parking. Designed to accommodate families, friend groups, or extended-stay travelers, the apartment comfortably sleeps up to eight guests with flexible sleeping arrangements across the three bedrooms and multiple gathering spaces. Guests can easily explore Portland’s restaurants, breweries, waterfront attractions, and arts scene before returning to the quieter residential neighborhood. With high-speed Wi-Fi, in-unit laundry, and convenient access to I-295, this is the perfect stay for Maine adventurers.

Neighborhood: Back Cove
Things to do nearby: Back Cove Trail, Washington Avenue shopping and restaurants, Mackworth Island

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Hidden in Joshua Tree, This Airbnb Is a High-Fidelity Dreamscape Built for Creative Escapes

Editorial Team — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:56:22 +0000

Our poison of choice was a lot of great wine, scooped up at Nico’s in Los Angeles before we’d hopped on the highway, and we watched the moonrise that first night at Rancho Panoramo while sitting on the back deck with our glasses filled high (a bottle of No Es Pituko, a wine I often enjoy at home, awaited us from the hosts, adding to our bounty). From the front of the all-wood house, you can see some surrounding homes, but the backside—which is the one made of windows—faces the nearly virgin desert landscape, across which hummingbirds and little sparrows flit, and sunbathing lizards and curious chipmunks scurry. As the sky darkened, the jagged ridgeline of the mountains behind us grew sharp and pronounced.

The outdoor pizza oven

Courtesy of Airbnb

Steps leading from the hot tub to the home

Courtesy of Airbnb

Go-getters would have lit the fire under the wood-burning hot tub around that time, or maybe used the fabulous grill or wood-fired pizza oven for dinner; we, however, drove down the highway for steak salads at 29 Palms Inn, then returned to do more gazing out on the patio, appreciating the dead silence that would fall whenever we stopped gabbing long enough to sip our cool natural wine. “I’m getting a vision of a breakfast feast on the patio table,” my friend Emily said, gesturing at all the space upon which to spread berries, mangos, avocados, and juices. We all murmured in agreement.

The bedrooms felt like boltholes: cozy nooks and crannies to crash in once night fell. Once our luggage went in and got flung open, there wasn’t room for much else. The primary bedroom at the far end of the home was the obvious winner, with the sage linen-swathed bed built into a wooden platform and surrounded by more smooth wood paneling; there is also a perfect window at the foot of the bed that acts as a portal to the rest of the desert. The second and smaller bedroom has an elevated bunk bed of sorts; it would be ideal for children or, in our case, three additional adults who plan to spend the least amount of their time in the room as possible (we still weren’t quite sure where to put three open suitcases, though). For us, the bedrooms were less of a priority anyway—we wanted to enjoy the gorgeous communal areas together.

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The Best North Carolina Airbnbs, From Outer Banks Bungalows to Asheville Estates

Editorial Team — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:17:41 +0000

When it comes to states that truly offer a little bit of everything, North Carolina is at the top of the list. Home to barrier islands, the Blue Ridge Mountains, and a barbecue divide that makes politics look mild, travelers could cross the country to find the sheer geographic diversity that spans one end of the state to the other. The state’s sandy beaches, majestic mountain ranges, artsy developing cities, and charming college towns—including Chapel Hill, the one I called home for a few blissful years—draw a diverse array of visitors to destinations throughout the state. Rich with history, outdoor activities, and southern hospitality, it’s an idyllic place for family vacations, fall foliage seekers, hikers, surfers, and SEC fans to land. And while you could certainly stay at a hotel (here are some of our favorites in Charlotte, if that’s more your speed), these types of trips lend themselves to the kind of communal space Airbnbs afford. Below, 15 standout North Carolina rentals to consider whether you’re headed to Asheville, Durham, Wilmington, or somewhere in between.

We’ve vetted these listings based on Superhost or Guest Favorite status, ratings, amenities, location, previous guest reviews, and decor. Additional reporting by Hannah Lee Leidy.

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The Best Places to Stay Near Fenway Park for Sox Fans and Concertgoers

Editorial Team — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:23:05 +0000

Number of guests: Varies
Bed and bath: Varies
Why we love it: Oversized rooms, dog-friendly, Blue Ribbon Sushi

Every city hotel exists somewhere on the spectrum from “center of everything tourists want” to “where locals actually live.” And while those two extremes don’t often intersect, they actually do here at the Hotel Commonwealth. It’s one of those rare hotels that feels part and parcel of its neighborhood—and considering this imposing building takes up an enormous city block and contains not one, not two, but three of the neighborhood’s best restaurants, it’s safe to say that Kenmore Square is the Hotel Commonwealth. The hotel is on the larger side, so there’s always a unique mix of comings and goings here, from Boston University parents to business travelers to Red Sox fans (the hotel sits a scant five-minute walk from Lansdowne Street). The Serta mattresses are comfy, the service is warm, and when you’re here, you feel like you’re really staying in a neighborhood, and not just a hotel, if you catch my drift.

Distance from Fenway: Three-minute walk
Things to do nearby: Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, MFA Boston, Charles River Esplanade, Emerald Necklace, Eastern Standard Kitchen & Drinks

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Planning a Bachelorette in Newport? These Airbnbs Mix Gilded Age Glamour With Coastal Charm

Editorial Team — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:02:35 +0000

With its mix of sailing culture, Gilded Age glamour, and waterfront nightlife, Newport, Rhode Island, has become one of the East Coast’s go-to bachelorette party destinations—especially given its easy driving distance from major cities like Boston and New York. Upon arrival, groups can hit the ground running, whether that means cruising around Narragansett Bay, touring Newport’s grand mansions, lounging at Easton’s Beach, shopping along Thames Street, or sipping rosé at harborside restaurants before heading out for a night on the town.

Since hotels in Newport can be expensive—especially during peak summer weekends—Airbnbs often make more sense for larger groups. Instead of splitting up across multiple cramped hotel rooms, everyone can stay together in one space, often with fully equipped kitchens, outdoor patios, and enough room to get ready, host dinners, or lounge on a rooftop deck. It’s worth noting, though, that many historic Newport homes are on the smaller side, which is part of why nearby Middletown, Rhode Island—just a few minutes outside the city by car—has become such a popular option for groups looking for more bedrooms, bigger backyards, pools, and easier parking, all without sacrificing easy access to downtown Newport. Below, 11 incredible Airbnbs that are perfect for a bachelorette weekend in Newport.

We’ve vetted these listings based on Superhost status, ratings, amenities, location, previous guest reviews, and decor.

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