Hotels and resorts aren’t the only options for lodging when traveling.  You may be able to save money or stay in a better location by booking a private room or vacation home. Many travelers prefer private rentals to hotels because it typically allows you to get a better sense of the culture of the area you are visiting and to live more like a local rather than a tourist.

Finding a private rental doesn’t have to be difficult, thanks to the many websites that are dedicated to helping property owners match up with travelers. While there are some differences among the websites featured in this post they are have the same essential functionality of allow property owners to list their vacation home or room, and helping visitors to search for one that meets their needs.

So whether you are looking for a place to stay or if you have a property that you rent out, these websites may prove to be very helpful for you.

FlipKey

Airbnb

Crashpadder

Homeaway

VRBO

HouseTrip

VacationRentals

Vacation Home Rentals

Owner Direct

PickPackGo