Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Guests turn to Airbnb for unique, locally-hosted stays. Learn how Airbnb is partnering with boutique and independent hotels—especially across Europe—to bring more hospitality-forward stays onto the platform. We’ll cover how these partnerships give hotels a powerful new distribution channel, offer guests looking for unique experiences even more choice, and help attract new travelers to Airbnb.


Interviewer:
Lea Jordan

Member of the Board of Experts
ITB Berlin Convention

Interview guest:
Jesse Stein

Global Head of Real Estate
Airbnb