# Vrbo: Vacation Rentals — Member prices & weekend deals

> Book private vacation homes with collaborative trip planning and rewards. (iPhone/iPad app by HomeAway.com, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vrbo-vacation-rentals/id1245772818 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [HomeAway.com, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/416091680)
- Category: Travel, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 3,213,228 App Store ratings · 3,919 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 527 MB
- Languages: American English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Canadian French, German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Norwegian Bokmål, Brazilian Portuguese and 2 more
- Released: 2019-05-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vrbo-vacation-rentals/id1245772818/reviews.md

## What is Vrbo?

Vrbo is a vacation rental app for booking top-rated homes — beach houses, cabins, condos, cottages, and villas — so your family or group gets the entire place to yourselves. Find the right one for your trip and book it with confidence.

TOP-RATED HOMES & STAYS
- Browse highly rated places with reviews from real guests
- Highly rated vacation rental app with over 5 million App Store ratings
- Clear photos, amenities, and details on every listing

UNLOCK MEMBER PRICES
- Members save on select homes*
- Find last-minute and weekend deals on your next getaway
- Sign in to see member prices and savings

EARN REWARDS
- Earn rewards on eligible trips**
- Use your rewards toward a future getaway

GREAT FOR GROUPS & FAMILIES
- Choose a place with enough room for everyone
- Filter for pools, pet-friendly homes, and beachfront stays
- Plan together and message your host right in the app

BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE
- Free cancellation on many reservations
- Protection included with every stay with VrboCare
- 24/7 customer support whenever you need it

PLAN
- Tap the heart icon to save and compare your favorite rentals easily.
- Invite friends and family to join your Trip Planner.
- Leave comments and vote for your favorite places.
- Keep your trip conversations in one place and chat with your group in real time from anywhere.

FLEXIBLE DATE SEARCH
- Easily compare prices & booking options across multiple dates.
- Search for properties within days, weeks, or a range of months.

GOOD TO KNOW
- Have questions about a property? Get quick answers from our virtual assistant.
- Quickly access important booking details like check-in instructions, WiFi passwords, and arrival information, even when offline.

Whether it's a weekend getaway, a family trip, or a longer break, Vrbo helps you find the right place for everyone. Download the Vrbo app and plan your next trip today.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Member Prices are available to signed-in members on select homes; savings vary.
**One Key is only available in the US. Rewards can be earned and used on eligible bookings across the One Key family of brands.
Currency is displayed as USD in the property listings unless otherwise noted.
By using our app, you accept our Privacy Statement and Terms of Service.

## Key features

- Search private vacation rentals worldwide
- Collaborative trip planning
- Flexible date search
- Long stay discounts
- Secure booking
- 24/7 customer support

## Chart rankings

- #21 in Top Free · Travel (US App Store)

## What do users think of Vrbo?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🏡 Beautiful and well-equipped properties
- 🤝 Attentive and responsive hosts
- 🌄 Stunning views and locations
- 🏖️ Great for family and group vacations
- 🔑 Easy check-in and access

**Cons**

- 🤖 Unreliable customer service
- 🤔 Misleading property listings
- 🤯 Difficulty resolving issues with bookings
- 💰 Unexpected fees and charges
- 🔒 Lack of transparency in policies

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Booking issues and double-bookings
- Inability to access booking details
- Problems with payment processing

**Most requested features**

- Improved search and filtering options
- Better communication with hosts and VRBO
- More flexible cancellation and refund policies
- Streamlined booking and payment process
- Enhanced property verification and quality control

## Recent user reviews (10 of 3,919)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vrbo-vacation-rentals/id1245772818/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Easy booking

*2026-08-25, version 2026.34*

VRBO made it easy to book

### 2/5 — Not to helpful

*2026-08-25, version 2026.34*

Our big party rented a place and the owner canceled at midnight the day we were supposed to go on vacation. In their policy they are supposed to help you find a place if it’s within 24 hours of your rental. We called and they were not helpful saying they couldn’t use the internet. So we were just left without a place trying to find one that would accept us later that day. After that experience I would rather use another app for a rental.

### 5/5 — Quaint and very comfortable

*2026-08-25, version 2026.34*

Lisa is fantastic. We loved our stay and found our forever home here in Boerne

### 1/5 — Sad

*2026-08-24, version 2026.34*

I was really enjoying this app. It was super easy to book. But when checking out Vrbo says there will be a 5% fee. But after checking out I had a much larger charge. After talking to customer support they actually charge 10% with a bunch of hidden fees. Will not be using again.

### 2/5 — False Statement

*2026-08-24, version 2026.34*

The amount quoted as “all inclusive” didn’t turn out to be accurate. A $100 tax was added at booking. No explanation of who the tax was for.

### 4/5 — Messages

*2026-08-24, version 2026.34*

Can’t not delete one of my “read” messages. Just annoying because I have another trip booked and always think there’s a message from the new trip. Is there an IT dept?

### 5/5 — Great Company

*2026-08-24, version 2026.34*

We rented from the company for the first time in Destin Florida. It was a great experience Easy to rent from and the Condo was excellent! Couldn’t be more impressed with the quality and ease of renting from them. I would highly recommend this Company!

### 1/5 — No customer service

*2026-08-24, version 2026.34*

All I need is a proper receipt with the last 4 of my card. It’s not in any receipts sent to my email or in my account. The AI bot is sending me in circles and won’t connect me with an agent. Airbnb sends me a proper receipt as well as other places. So it makes no sense to not include it for “security purposes” especially when the bot can’t even authenticate it properly when I give it my card info

### 5/5 — Love it !!

*2026-08-23, version 2026.33*

Easy to use!!

### 1/5 — Terrible UX

*2026-08-23, version 2026.33*

VRBO forces you to sign in on the app or website (you cannot use one to circumvent the other) if someone wants to share a trip with you. So I am unable to see the location my traveling partner has already booked unless I sign in. What an awful user experience.

## Frequently asked questions about Vrbo

### What does the Vrbo Vacation Rentals app do?

The app allows users to search for and book private vacation homes, including beach houses, cabins, and condos, in over 190 countries. It also facilitates collaborative trip planning with friends and family, offers flexible search options, and provides 24/7 customer support.

### What are the key features of the Vrbo app?

Key features include searching for private rentals with amenities like pools, planning trips collaboratively with group chat and voting, using flexible date search to compare prices, getting long stay discounts on select properties, booking securely, and receiving 24/7 support from a real person.

### Is Vrbo Vacation Rentals free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use for searching and booking vacation rentals. The cost is associated with the rental properties themselves, and the app facilitates the secure booking and payment process.

### What kind of properties can I find on Vrbo?

You can find a wide variety of private vacation rentals on Vrbo, including beach bungalows, A-frame cabins in the mountains, apartments in town, and homes with features like pools and backyards. Many unique homes are available that may not be listed on other platforms.

### How does the trip planning feature work?

The Trip Planner allows you to invite friends and family to join your trip. You can save and compare favorite rentals, leave comments, vote for places, and keep all trip conversations in one place with real-time group chat.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.35 — 2026-08-31

Thanks for using the Vrbo app. We continue to update our app to help you find your next private vacation rental. This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements to enhance your experience. Have a great trip!

### 2026.34 — 2026-08-24

We continue to update our app to help you find your next holiday rental. This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements to enhance your experience. Have a great trip!

### 2026.33 — 2026-08-17

We continue to update our app to help you find your next vacation rental. This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements to enhance your experience. Have a great trip!

### 2026.32 — 2026-08-10

We continue to update our app to help you find your next vacation rental. This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements to enhance your experience. Have a great trip!

### 2026.31 — 2026-08-03

Thanks for using the Vrbo app. We continue to update our app to help you find your next private vacation rental. This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements to enhance your experience. Have a great trip!

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