Airbnb, Inc.is an American company operating an online marketplace for short- and long-term homestays and experiences.
The company acts as a broker and charges a commission from each booking.
The company was founded in 2008 by Brian Chesky, Nathan Blecharczyk, and Joe Gebbia. Airbnb is a shortened version of its original name, AirBedandBreakfast.com. Airbnb is the most well-known company for short-term housing rentals.
