Vrbo offers last-minute deals for vacation rentals

US: On Tuesday, Vrbo announced it will offer last-minute deals through its app and website on private vacation rental bookings.

Nearly 300,000 last-minute deals are now live on Vrbo, and travellers can book these discounted rates within 30 days of check-in. 

The deals can be found under the “last minute booking” filter on the Vrbo app or website. Discounted rental properties are also marked with a “last minute” badge, which displays the total amount of money travellers could save on that booking. 

This announcement comes just before the Fourth of July, a popular time for individuals to go on a vacation. 

Larry Plawsky, general manager at Vrbo, said: “The Fourth of July is one of the busiest travel times of the year, but it’s not too late to book a vacation home to enjoy the holiday – even in our most popular destinations. Last Minute Deals give families a great way to save on summer vacation, while helping hosts keep their properties booked year-round. It’s a win-win.” 

A few of Vrbo’s top last-minute deals offerings for the summer include:

• Cape Cod, Massachusetts
• Florida’s 30A beaches
• Hilton Head, South Carolina
• Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
• San Diego, California

The last-minute booking announcement comes one month after Vrbo added a “no hidden fees” pop-up on its website and app, pledging to post all the total price, including fees, up-front in the listing price.

These deals also come a few weeks after Vrbo launched its global promotions suite, hoping to attract a broader range of travellers.

Highlights: 

• Vrbo is now offering nearly 300,000 last-minute vacation rental deals via its app and website. 
• Deals apply to bookings made within 30 days of check-in and are marked with a “last minute” badge. 
• Launch coincides with Fourth of July travel, featuring popular spots like Cape Cod, San Diego and Puerto Vallarta. 
• The announcement follows Vrbo’s recent update to display total prices, including fees, upfront.