Marriott Bonvoy Homes & Villas is better for travelers who want to earn and redeem points, prefer guaranteed 24/7 customer support, and are looking for premium and luxury properties. Airbnb is a better option for travelers who want more variety and flexibility in property types and cancellation policies.
| Attribute | Marriott Bonvoy Homes & Villas | Airbnb |
|---|---|---|
| Average nightly price | Ranges from under $99 to $10,000+ per night. | Globally, the average Airbnb price in 2021 was $137 per night. In North America, the average was $208 per night. The average nightly rate in the United States is $140, but can range from less than $50 to over $1000 per night. |
| Cancellation policy flexibility | Varies significantly; refunds not granted past cancellation window. Some homes offer full refunds (minus a $75 fee) if canceled 10 days before arrival for travel dates through June 30, 2021. There are also 14, 30, 60 and 90-day cancellation policies. For 90-day cancellation homes, 50% of the total amount is charged at the time of booking and is non-refundable. The remaining 50% will be charged 90 days prior to arrival. | Airbnb offers a range of cancellation policies that hosts can select, including Flexible, Moderate, Firm, Limited, Strict and Long Term. As of October 1, 2025, all cancellation policies will include a 24-hour grace period. |
| Geographic coverage (number of countries/cities) | Nearly 183,000 properties across 10,000 global destinations, spanning the U.S., Europe, Asia, Latin America, and beyond. Another source states 140,000+ premium and luxury whole home rentals located in 800+ prime destinations throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, the Caribbean, and Latin America. | Airbnb has a presence in over 220 countries and regions, reaching at least 100,000 cities worldwide. |
| Property types available (e.g., apartments, villas, houses) | Villas, family homes, apartments in city centers, beachfront villas, countryside estates, cozy cabins, ski chalets, townhouses, flats, apartments, penthouses, castles, treehouses and glamping tents. | Airbnb offers a wide variety of spaces, including entire places, private rooms, hotel rooms, and shared rooms. Unique stays like farm stays, tiny homes, and yurts are also available. Other types include bungalows, townhouses, guest suites, chalets, villas, cabins, flats, apartments, cottages, hotels, hostels and resorts. |
| Quality control and property standards | Each property must meet standards for design, cleanliness, safety, and amenities. Properties are inspected and professionally managed. They only work with property management companies offering premium and luxury private home inventory, and each home is evaluated either in person or digitally - before being listed on their site. | Airbnb has introduced categories like Airbnb Plus and Airbnb Luxe for homes that exude luxury and pass quality checks. To qualify, these homes should be well-maintained and offer facilities like a fully stocked kitchen and maintained appliances. |
| Guest review score average | Not available | The highest star ratings typically come from places that don't have as much of a thriving tourist trade. Mesa, Arizona had the top star rating average of 4.89, followed by Colorado Springs, Tuscon, and Fort Worth. |
| Availability of loyalty program benefits | Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and redeem points for stays. Travelers earn 5 points per $1 spent. Elite members receive bonus points, and a welcome bonus of 500 to 1,000 points. One elite night credit is earned for every night stayed. Existing Marriott Bonvoy Elite member benefits such as same day cancellation do not apply to Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy reservations. Free night certificates aren't accepted. | Airbnb does not have a loyalty program. However, travelers can still earn and redeem points using travel credit cards. |
| Customer support responsiveness | 24/7 support is guaranteed. Guests can expect 24/7 local support from trusted property managers. | Not available |
| Cleaning fees and policies | Professional housekeepers do a full-service clean of every home before a new guest arrives, including fresh linens and bathroom amenities. Some luxury properties offer housekeeping throughout the stay. Mid-stay housekeeping may be available for an extra fee. | Cleaning fees are a one-time charge hosts add to the price to cover cleaning expenses. The average cleaning fee in the U.S. in 2025 is $161.10 per stay. |
| Pet-friendliness options | Offers pet-friendly vacation rentals with options for large yards, nearby trails, and access to pet-friendly beaches. | Hosts can decide whether or not they would allow pets into their homes. |
| Instant booking availability | Instantly bookable or bookable with 24-hour confirmation on certain luxury products. | The iPhone app launched in 2010 with an instant book feature. |
| Security deposit requirements | Some homes require a security deposit, collected either at booking or by the property management company after confirmation. Security Deposits collected at time of booking will be automatically refunded 7 days after departure if there are no claims of damages. | Airbnb does not always require security deposits for reservations. Most hosts are not allowed to charge security deposits. However, hosts can charge between $100-$5,000 for the security deposit. |