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OpenBnB

OpenBnB

Book homes directly while browsing Airbnb

Website openbnb.org
Overview

What it is

Install OpenBnB extension to instantly find direct booking links while browsing Airbnb and save on fees.

Intent

I need it when

Establish direct relationships with vacation rental hosts for personalized service

By booking directly through host websites instead of Airbnb, users can communicate directly with hosts and receive more personalized hospitality without intermediary platform constraints

Reduce vacation rental booking costs by avoiding platform service fees

OpenBnB identifies Airbnb listings with direct booking options and provides direct links to host websites, enabling users to book directly and save up to 20% by bypassing Airbnb's service fees

Discover available direct booking alternatives while browsing Airbnb listings

The extension automatically highlights listings with direct booking options as users browse Airbnb normally, surfacing host websites without requiring manual searches or leaving the platform

Find all hosts in a location offering direct booking to compare options

When searching a location on Airbnb, OpenBnB filters and displays all hosts matching search criteria that offer direct booking options, consolidating discovery in one place

Drop

Not a fit when

  • User books exclusively on platforms other than Airbnb (extension currently supports Airbnb only, with VRBO and Booking.com coming soon)
  • User prefers centralized booking platforms and does not want to navigate to individual host websites
  • User browses vacation rentals on mobile devices without desktop access (extension is Chrome-based for desktop)
  • User seeks guaranteed lowest prices across all booking channels without manual comparison
  • Host does not maintain a direct booking website or online presence outside of Airbnb
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Free browser extension