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Vacation rental services like Vrbo have completely altered how people experience new destinations, opening the doors to lesser-known towns and neighborhoods where hotels are scarce and allowing travelers to better immerse themselves in the everyday lives of the communities they visit. In today’s economy, though, rental listings can be just as expensive as a hotel stay—but that doesn’t mean you should count this type of vacation stay out.
With coupon codes and offers that’ll drop the price on family-friendly homes, lodges for large group trips, and tiny homes made for solo travelers, there are plenty of ways to save. Vrbo rarely offers traditional promo codes though, so it’s key to take advantage of coupons and the following saving hacks if you want to book for less.
Save up to 30% with Vrbo discounts and coupon codes
One of the best perks of booking your accommodation through Vrbo is the greater flexibility—and comfort—when it comes to the duration of your stay. There are major discount benefits if you time it right, plus up to 30% off with coupons for specific properties. Vrbo rarely releases sitewide coupon codes; however, they offer discounts on early bookings (on reservations over 60 days in advance), last-minute deals (if you book within 30 days of check-in), and extended stays of 7 nights or more.
From a beachy Hamptons getaway to a Parisian apartment near the Eiffel Tower, Vrbo makes it easy to save big on spots across the world. Headed to San Francisco? You can score 30% off this three-bedroom with excellent ocean views when you stay for a week—that’s a discount of almost $1,500. Looking for something in Rome? Save over $500 at this two-bedroom with Pantheon views.
Individual Vrbo listings can have bonus discounts offered by the host, such as mid-week specials, and up to 30% off rates during the location’s off-season months.
Vrbo discounts for military personnel, educators, first responders & others
While Vrbo doesn’t offer site-wide fixed discounts for military personnel, educators, or first responders, since prices are set by the hosts, individual hosts can choose to offer their properties at a discount on an ad hoc basis. One example is this seven-bedroom mountain home—nestled into the Smoky Mountains with breathtaking panoramic views—that offers a 10% discount to those who serve in the military, educators, first responders, and church groups.
Those who are able to verify their military status with ID.me can also take advantage of up to 5% cashback on purchases made on Vrbo. This offer is not valid on bookings that are declined or cancelled. Nurses, first responders, teachers, government employees, and students are all also eligible for up to 5% cash back. Just be sure to confirm your eligibility on ID.me before you book!
Save $295 on average on one week and $865 off monthly rentals
Sometimes, a quick weekend getaway just isn’t enough. Perhaps you’re looking for a full recharge and the chance to fully immerse yourself in a new environment without the full responsibility—and price tag—that homeownership would bring. Use Vrbo coupons and enjoy 10% off seven (or more) night stays. Easily view these deals by filtering for “Weekly discount”, and expect to save an average of $295. Head to Tampa, Florida, for some fun in the sun this summer and save close to $500 on a stay at this five-bedroom retreat with both a pool and a pool table.
Rates on month-long rentals are even better; save an average of 19% off vacation rentals when you book a stay of 28 days or more—that’s an average discount of $865. To find homes that offer this discount in your destination of choice, select the “Monthly discount” filter on the search results page and enter travel dates of 28+ nights to see prices and savings. This gorgeous four-bedroom Florida lakehouse is offering a savings of $8,455 on monthly stays—that’s close to 60% off.
