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The Best Airbnb I’ve Ever Stayed In (and 5 Others Worth Booking)
From Niagara-on-the-Lake to a tiny home in California — ranked with photos, links, and notes.
Jeff Rehmar
July 17, 2025
I’ve stayed in dozens of Airbnbs across 3 continents.
Most were fine.
These six? They made me feel something.
Ranked from unreal to still pretty great. With links.
Includes links, notes, and who each one is perfect for.
#1 – 🇨🇭 Chalet Jungfrau in Isenfluh,
Switzerland
Outside of Chalet Jungfrau in Isenfluh (population 40)
A quiet village above Lauterbrunnen.
Snowcapped peaks. Cows with bells passing by. Silence at night.
Renee and his wife were warm, thoughtful hosts.
We stayed 5 nights and didn’t want to leave. This is my favorite stay ever.
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#2 – 🇦🇺 Mornington Hot Tub Hideaway – Victoria, Australia
A nice welcome from host, Glenn
After 10 hours in the air, we landed here to a bottle of wine, a bubbling hot tub, and fresh air.
It was our honeymoon. This spot made it feel real.
Walking distance to town. 75 minutes from the Melbourne airport. Super host. Super easy.
#3 – 🇮🇹 La Casa di Anna – Varenna, Lake Como
View of Lake Como from the balcony
Balcony views over Lake Como. Steep stairs to reach it. Tiny kitchen. No frills.
But once you’re on that balcony with a glass of wine in hand, everything else fades.
#4 – 🇨🇦 Studio Apartment – Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Airbnb Interior
30 minutes from the falls. Walkable town. Super easy to settle in.
Reminded me of my hometown — Chagrin Falls, OH — but surrounded by vineyards.
#5 – 🇮🇹 Cannaregio Apartment – Venice, Italy
Great neighborhood. Quiet, authentic, removed from the madness of San Marco.
The courtyard was peaceful. The walkability was solid.
But: hallway under construction, some odd rules, very few amenities.
It worked — but it wasn’t special.
#6 – 🇺🇸 Tiny Home – Somis, California
The Tiny home in Somis
Cool design. Beautifully built. But the comfort didn’t match the vibe.
The loft bedroom got warm. No blackout curtains meant early sun.
Still — for a quick one-nighter, it’s a fun experience.
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Until next Thursday,
Jeff
Travel isn’t about perfection. It’s about moments. These places gave me a few I won’t forget.