Vacation rentals
Compare vacation rentals & holiday apartments
Whole apartments, houses and villas - not just hotel rooms. Compare the same destination, dates and guests across Booking.com, Airbnb and other rental sites, then book on the site you choose.
Popular rental destinations
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Why rent a holiday apartment?
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Reason 1
Space for the whole group
A villa or apartment beats a cramped hotel room - separate bedrooms, a proper kitchen and a living room to relax in after a day of sightseeing.
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Reason 2
Cook, save, live local
A kitchen makes breakfasts and lazy dinners at home a habit, and neighbourhood apartments put you in real streets instead of tourist corridors.
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Reason 3
Better value on longer stays
Weekly rates on apartments and villas undercut hotel prices in most cities - especially for families and groups of 4+.
Where we look
Which sites appear for a search can vary; the results page lists exactly what it opens.
Booking and payment always happen on the partner site.
Useful before you go
Vacation rental booking tips
Read recent reviews, not just the score
A 4.9 average can hide a string of recent complaints about noise or a broken shower. Sort reviews by newest and skim the last ten.
Check the map, not just the photo
Rental photos flatter. Zoom into the listing map and check walking distance to the metro, groceries and the old town.
Compare the same dates on more than one site
Hosts list on multiple platforms at different prices and fees. Our search opens the same dates and guests on each partner site, so you can check more than one.
Watch the cleaning fee & extras
A cheap nightly rate can double once cleaning fees, service fees and tourist taxes are added. Check the full breakdown before booking.
Prefer free cancellation if you can
Plans change. Filter for free-cancellation listings - the flexibility is usually worth a few euros more per night.
Message the host before booking
Ask about check-in logistics, parking and any renovation work nearby. A fast, friendly reply is a good sign; silence is not.
Confirm the exact address
Neighbourhood names can be generous. Confirm the precise address and building entrance before you pay.
Book early for peak season
Summer and holiday weeks in popular cities sell out months ahead. Book 2–3 months out for the best choice, not just the best price.
Frequently asked questions
Is a vacation rental cheaper than a hotel?
For groups of 3+ or stays longer than 4 nights, usually yes - apartments and villas undercut hotels once you add up rooms, and the kitchen saves on eating out. For solo travellers or city-centre weekend breaks, hotels are often the better deal.
What is the difference between Airbnb and Vrbo?
Both list whole homes and apartments. Airbnb has more unique stays, city apartments and shared-room options; Vrbo focuses on whole-home vacation rentals and tends to be stronger for family houses and beach villas.
Can I book apartments through Booking.com?
Yes - Booking.com lists millions of apartments, holiday homes and villas alongside hotels, often with free cancellation. Our search opens their apartments filter directly.
Does WhatWhereVacay take a booking fee?
No. We link you straight to the provider's site and never mark up prices or add fees. Booking is always done on Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com or Agoda directly.
What should I check before I book?
The all-in total for your dates (cleaning, service and tourist-tax fees are often added at the last step), the cancellation deadline, whether a damage deposit is taken, and the exact address on the map.
Do you show prices?
No. We open your destination, dates and guests on each partner site, which shows current prices and availability. Booking and payment happen there.