Airbnb Just Launched ‘Rooms’ and It’s Perfect for Your Next Getaway

Having a host available to provide local recommendations will let you experience a new destination in a whole different way

You already know Airbnb for its family-friendly rentals all over the world, but you’ll want to check out their newest addition—Airbnb Rooms. This category helps you find private rooms all over the world and get to know your host before you book. Staying with a host was the original design for Airbnb, and by introducing you to your host in advance, the hope is that travelers will feel more comfortable booking this option.

Hosts offer everything from breakfast to city tours to yoga sessions. You can search for hosts that speak your language to make things a little bit easier when visiting another country (or go for one that does not if you want to practice your high-school Spanish!). Rooms average $67 per night—an excellent deal for a quick getaway. Having a host available will give you a taste of the local culture that you wouldn’t otherwise get when staying in a new city.

Here’s how it all works:

Pop in your search location and number of guests and then choose “Rooms” from the top navigation bar. You’ll be taken to a page that looks like this:

From there, you can click on the icon in the bottom left corner, which is the new Host Passport. Here can you learn the details about your host and find reviews from prior guests.

You can find listings with multiple rooms available, which would be perfect for a moms’ getaway, or single rooms for an anniversary or solo trip. You can search for rooms that come with a dedicated bathroom if that’s a dealbreaker for you (it is for us!). Here are a few of our favorites:

Milan, Italy: Stay with an Interior Designer

Valentina is your host in Milan, Italy, where you’ll enjoy her tidy apartment just 20 minutes from the city center. Valentina is an interior designer and loves giving city tips to guests so you’ll definitely be taken care of during your visit. $82/night

Practice Your French with David in Paris

Host David is a landscaper, and you’ll find his apartment full of plants. Your private room is located at the opposite end of the apartment from David and his roommate Samir. Quick access to the metro means you can head into Paris to see all the sights in a flash. $76/night

Mexico City Stay with Werner

This adorable Airbnb is located just outside of Mexico City in San Angel. Host Werner can get you set up with a private car to tour the area if you prefer, or he can give you walking directions to all the local spots you’ll want to visit. Best of all, he’ll cook up some homemade chilaquiles for your breakfast! $99/night

With over a million Airbnb Rooms to choose from, you’ll find this new option a great choice when planning your next trip.