Airbnb makes it easier to look for work-friendly lodgings

Airbnb has added a new feature to make it easier for business travellers to search for work-friendly lodgings that will fit their needs.

More than 500,000 companies around the world use Airbnb for Work to help manage their business travel. With in-demand amenities like flexible access, personal kitchens for home-cooked meals, on-site laundry, and places to stay in local neighbourhoods, Airbnb has become a go-to choice for many travellers.

Across the web, mobile, and all Airbnb apps – the new work trip toggle now gives guests a way to let us know what type of trip they’re taking when they start their search for a place to stay.

When enabled, search results will narrow down to listings that are more relevant for business trips. Searchers will see and be able to book work-friendly places to stay, including entire homes, Airbnb Plus homes that are verified for quality and design, and boutique hotels. This new way to find work-friendly places to stay includes those that meet increased quality standards by showcasing listings that have received positive ratings from business travellers, and where hosts have indicated there are smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

Airbnb for Work was launched in 2014 and has quickly grown as one of the company’s cash cows. Due to its popularity among businesses, Airbnb has expanded its travel tour arm, Airbnb Experiences, tailored for teams.