Short-term rentals in the US

Planning ahead can ease your worry when making a big move to the US. Avoid making a hasty living decision by looking into short-term accommodations.

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Compare payment options, fees, mobile app options and more before choosing which short-term housing option is best for your situation.

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Name	Product	Payment options	Guest service fee	Availability	App available?
Booking.com		Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Discover, Amex	Free of charge for consumers	70 countries	Yes	Rent an entire home or apartment on a global platform in 43 languages.	Go to site More Info		loading Fetching your data...
VRBO (Homeaway)		Visa, Mastercard, Amex	Varies	190 countries	Yes	Get an online estimate of how much your rental is worth.	Go to site		loading Fetching your data...
FlipKey		Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Discover, Amex	8% to 16%	179 countries	No	Take advantage of Tripadvisor's 390 million monthly visitors.	Go to site		loading Fetching your data...
TurnKey vacation rentals		Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Amex	Varies	US locations only	Yes	Full property management services means you don't have to worry about your rental.	Go to site		loading Fetching your data...

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Corporate housing

Corporate housing or executive short-term rentals provide a temporary, furnished place for you or your family to stay. This type of housing has historically catered to businesses helping their employees relocate, but today they’re open to anyone in search of a temporary home. Choose from condos, apartments, houses or lofts.

Corporate housing can ease your stress with benefits that include:

Where do I start?

Google “corporate housing” to find sites that offer searches by city, bedrooms and amenities.

Extended Stay Hotels

Dozens of extended stay hotel chains in the US can help you with a place to live during your transition. Depending on where you plan to move, hotels can range from $40 a night for budget accommodations to $150 or more for upscale options.

Benefits of extended stay hotels include:

Conventional hotels

If you need a short-term rental for a few days to a week, your typical hotel may be an option. Unlike extended-stay hotels, costs are typically quoted per night and may not include discounted rates.

Airbnb

It’s easy to line up accommodations through this online marketplace that connects people who want to lend their homes to others looking for a place to stay. Airbnb has locations in nearly 200 countries and 34,000 cities.

Costs are set by the host and often depend on the dates you choose. Payment is due at the time of your reservations and paid using Airbnb’s secure online payment system. Fees can include cleaning, extra guest and currency exchange.

Hostels

Though hostels tend to target travelers, if you don’t need too much space and are on a budget, look into a hostel that’s local to your desired city. Ranging from $10 to $100 a night, hostels are prolific in larger US cities and near tourist attractions.

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Common questions about short-term rentals

• Does corporate housing require a minimum stay?

  It depends on the company or broker. Some corporate housing options require a minimum of 30 days for the best deal. Corporate housing in larger cities — like New York and Los Angeles — may come with shorter requirements of five days.

• What is the difference between a hotel and corporate housing?

  A hotel room typically provides only a bed and bathroom, whereas corporate housing typically comes with more amenities. You may find corporate housing offering the convenience of fully equipped kitchens, common areas for relaxation and even restaurants.

• Do all temporary and short-term rentals come with housekeeping services?

  Hotels typically come with daily housekeeping, while corporate housing can come with weekly or biweekly service, depending on your preference. Depending on where your hostel is located, your fee may come with housekeeping that includes refreshed sheets and more.