Airbnb

About

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2.5 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays, experiences, and services that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.

Overall, all travel on Airbnb in B.C. in 2025 generated:

• $2.5 billion in economic activity through hosts and guests
• 20,891 jobs supported
• Over $690 million in tax revenue