Modern Lodging
For your bachelorette weekend, consider booking a rental-by-owner property listed on sites, such as, Airbnb, Home Away, or Vacation Rental by Owner ("VRBO"). That way, no matter how popular your bachelorette party destination has become (the official hottest cities for celebrating are listed on the following slides), you're guaranteed a home that you can call your own for the weekend (not a hotel that you might share with competing bachelorette parties), a gracious host, and a sleepover-style celebration.
A large, spacious house encourages bonding, which is great for bridesmaids who haven't had a chance to get to know each other. And, with the average cost of being a bridesmaid closing in around $1,695, you'll likely save your ladies some money, as all of these listings total less than $260 per night.
Before diving in, take note of the following:
All rental properties are listed on Airbnb for consistency, and the listings are for "entire home" bookings. You don't want a family of four sitting down to dinner on the first floor, while you're blaring Beyoncé upstairs, for example.
The following places sleep at least 11, according to the host, or 10, if a viable property for 11 did not exist in the city because the average wedding party includes 10 bridesmaids.
The rate was calculated based on a Thursday, May 19th 2016—Sunday, May 22nd 2016 visit and includes all applicable service and cleaning fees and taxes.
Always confirm the homeowner's policy on both pets and smoking before booking to avoid jeopardizing your security deposit. Most properties prohibit both.
Don't be misled by the bedroom count. Several units supplement sleeping arrangements with air mattresses and pull out couches.
You can assume that all properties provide Wi-Fi access, unless otherwise noted.
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Location: South Kingston Avenue
Ranking: 7th most popular
Rate: $97 per person per night for a party of 11
Security deposit: $250
Maximum occupancy: 16
Minimum stay: one night
Layout: eight bedrooms; four and half bathrooms
Atlantic City may be the butt of every last casino (and New Jersey) joke, but this eight-bedroom house, just 30 yards from the boardwalk and beach is no laughing matter. Whether or not you take plauy Blackjack at the nearby casinos is up to the group, but you'll enjoy the sunshine all the same.
Austin, Texas
Location: Shoal Creek Boulevard
Ranking: 2nd most popular
Rate: $72 per person per night for a party of 11 (rate includes 15% hotel occupancy tax)
Security deposit: $0
Maximum occupancy: 12
Minimum stay: one night
Layout: five bedrooms; three and a half bathrooms
This downtown "tree house" includes two porches and quaint quirks apropos for funky Austin, Texas. It's nearby Pease Park, hiking and walking trails, vintage shopping, and Tex-Mex dining making it perfect for exploring.
Boston, Massachusetts
Location: York Terrace, Brookline, Massachusetts
Ranking: 10th most popular
Rate: $118 per person per night for a party of 11
Security deposit: $1,000
Maximum occupancy: 14
Minimum stay: two nights
Layout: Six bedrooms; four bathrooms
Good to know: If needed, two XL-twin foam mattresses are available for pallets
Formerly a two-family home, this house just outside Boston proper in Corey Hill has both space (two kitchens, living and dining rooms, and grills, plus an outdoor patio) and convenience (four parking spots and a five-minute walk to public transit). A short ride on the subway (or in an Uber) will take you to Fenway Park and Boston's best restaurants and sites.
Charleston, South Carolina
Location: King Street
Ranking: 15th most popular
Rate: $174 per person per night for a party of 11
Security deposit: $500
Maximum occupancy: 16
Minimum stay: three nights
Layout: six bedrooms; four bathrooms
Good to know: Wifi is only available upon request for an additional fee (and 13.5% tax)
Located near the heart of King Street in downtown Charleston, this two-story apartment is spacious but efficient, offering two kitchenettes with hotel-style amenities (think: mini fridge, coffee pot, and microwave). Although walking and biking rain supreme in the Holy City, driving can be accommodated: two off-street parking spaces are included with the rental.
Chicago, Illinois
Location: West Fulton Street
Ranking: 4th most popular
Rate: $59/person/night for a party of 11 (includes "large party" fee of $30 per night)
Security deposit: $100
Maximum occupancy: 13
Minimum stay: two nights (when stay includes a Friday or Saturday)
Layout: three bedrooms; two bathrooms
This lux apartment in Chicago is around the corner from the United Center, Nike Training Facility, and Blackhawks Stadium, but its renters don't need to be sports fanatics to appreciate the fashionable space and intentional touches (take the urban hammocks on the covered deck, for example). A trip to local Goose Island Brewery would be a fun alternative to a winery visit, and there's plenty of fine shopping and dining to be had downtown in the Windy City.
Dallas, Texas
Location: State Street
Ranking: 11th most popular
Rate: $62 per person per night for a party of 11
Security deposit: $250
Maximum occupancy: 12 guests
Minimum stay: three nights
Layout: three bedrooms; three and a half bathrooms
Good to know: No cable available
Sitting in State Thomas neighborhood, a bustling location with young professionals in uptown Dallas, this three-story townhouse is a cab or Uber away from downtown hot spots, too, where you and your group can check out the Arts District, Ellum, Oak Lawn, and Knox-Henderson neighborhoods. Plan for sunset cocktails on the rooftop patio (or a grill out) with views of downtown on the horizon.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Location: The Strip, north end
Ranking: 3rd most popular
Rate: $31 per person per night for a party of 10
Security deposit: $300
Maximum occupancy: 10
Minimum stay: three nights (June 1 – August 31); two nights all other months
Layout: three bedrooms; two bathrooms
Good to know: No more than three cars can be parked in the driveway
Having trouble convincing your entire group to head to Sin City? This house—just two blocks from The Strip—is a happy medium. With a backyard pool and quiet setting but proximity to shows, casinos, and entertainment, all your friends will have an awesome getaway.
Miami, Florida
Location: Collins Avenue
Ranking: 6th most popular
Rate: $108 per person per night for a party of 11
Security deposit: $0
Minimum stay: three nights
Maximum occupancy: 16
Layout: six bedrooms; six bathrooms
Good to know: For an additional $25 fee (plus tax) per apartment per night, you can secure an ocean-view rental; early or late check-in or check-out is subject to availability, costs $50 (plus tax), and cannot be requested in advance
Bridesmaids resistant to sign off a rental-by-owner property, rather than a traditional hotel, won't hesitate to approve this Miami high-rise condo that's owned by a management company but rented on Airbnb. Three separate units comprise this six-bedroom listing, and all spaces include either an ocean view (upon request) or a bay view with the Miami skyline. Hotel-style amenities (pool, gym, tennis courts, beach towels, and daily housekeeping) are included in the rate, if, in your opinion, cooking or making a bed have no place on a vacation. Plus, your party will have access to a private beach.
New York, New York
Location: East 30th Street and Lexington Avenue, Manhattan
Ranking: Most popular
Rate: $92 per person per night for a party of 10
Security deposit: $300 (plus, a $200 refundable key deposit)
Maximum occupancy: 10
Minimum stay: one night
Layout: three bedrooms; two and a half bathrooms
Good to know: Filming (even on an iPhone) is prohibited; a fee is applied for late check-ins
If you're convinced that taking a girls' trip to the Big Apple will cost you a pretty penny (or your pretty bank account), then think again: this luxurious penthouse with 16-feet ceilings, three outdoor spaces, gym access, and views of the Empire State Building is surprisingly within budget but feels far from a low-budget option (hello, heated floors, steam showers, and marble finishes). Plus, the east side residence is central to the Chelsea, Flat Iron, Kipps Bay, and Gramercy neighborhoods, as well as, major train and subway stations.
Napa, California
Location: Dry Creek Road
Rate: $257 per person per night for a party of 11
Ranking: 13th most popular
Security deposit: $1,000
Maximum occupancy: 14
Minimum stay: two nights
Layout: seven bedrooms; six bathrooms
The promise of a weekend of vino will probably do the trick in getting your party to the West Coast, but if not, this Cali farmhouse property with a renovated barn and guest cottage, plus a pool, spa, wine tasting room, and garden (for farm-to-table cooking) will get them packing for Napa. The location—five miles south of Yountville and five miles north of downtown Napa along with the stunning views of Napa Valley—makes it a true getaway. And talk about service: The owner will arrange wine tasting tours at nearby vineyards as requested.
Nashville, Tennessee
Location: Villa Place
Ranking: 8th most popular
Rate: $77 per person per night for a party of 11 (includes "large party" fee of $25 per night)
Security deposit: $250
Minimum stay: three nights
Maximum occupancy: 12
Layout: five bedrooms; three bathrooms
Central to honky tonks, hip coffee joints, vintage shops, and foodie eateries, this charming two-story bungalow (with Music Row in its backyard) is a practical and fun for a long weekend in Nashville. The front porch, farm-style dining table that seats 10, large hot tub, and deck with a fire pit facilitate group hangouts, which you can kick off with the complimentary bottle of wine that the host provides.
New Orleans, Louisiana
Location: Bienville Street
Ranking: 5th most popular
Rate: $52 per person per night for a party of 10 (includes "large party" fee of $40 per night)
Security Deposit: $600
Maximum occupancy: 10
Minimum stay: two nights
Layout: two bedrooms; two bathrooms
Good to know: Codes and instructions for the security system are provided at check-in; the apartment is located on a corner lot with parking both in front of the house and on the side
Ride a Canal Street streetcar, shoot the breeze with the locals, or stroll to the French Quarter from this quintessentially New Orleans-style apartment outfitted with shotgun architectural details, pocket doors, many original double-hung windows, storm shutters, original wood floors and coal-burning fireplaces. You and your bridesmaids will double up, sleepover style, in queen bunk beds, but no doubt you'll be spending most of your days—and nights—taking in the Big Easy anyway.
Palm Springs, California
Location: North Camino Real
Ranking: 12th most popular
Rate: $103 per person per night for a party of 10
Security deposit: $1,000
Maximum occupancy: 10
Minimum stay: Varies
Layout: four bedrooms; five bathrooms
Good to know: Street parking is prohibited and no garage is available; renters must be 25 or older to be eligible to rent; outdoor amplified music of any kind is prohibited and no music can be audible from the property line; if guests heat the on-property pool, they will be charged up to $99 per night
You and your ladies can vacation like celebrities in this former, mid-century-style villa of Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh. Designed by architect Donald Wexler in 1960, this private, gated house sits on a cul-de-sac in the Movie Colony, a historic Palm Springs neighborhood and has a private guest bungalow and pool on the property—perfect for a weekend of relaxation. The serene estate is a short walk to local restaurants, like Trio and Jake's, and nearby attractions include the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, The Spa Resort and Casino, shopping at El Paseo, Knott's Soak City, and The Living Desert Zoo.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Location: Kater Street
Ranking: 9th most popular
Rate: $61 per person per night for a party of 10 (includes "large party" fee of $25 per night)
Security deposit: $250
Maximum occupancy: 10
Minimum stay: one night
Layout: three bedrooms; one bathroom
Good to know: No cars allowed on the property's cobblestone street, but you'll find street parking and three pay lots within one block
An affordable, central, and fun meeting point for East Coast attendees, Philadelphia has become increasingly popular for bachelorette weekends. Explore Center City from this historic three-story home situated on the border of Society Hill near Old City, Independence Hall, the National Historical Park, and South Street. With modern updates and historic touches (including, a claw foot bathtub and exposed brick and beams), you'll feel like you're getting the best of both old and new Philadelphia when at "home" or out sightseeing landmarks, vintage shopping, or grabbing a craft cocktail.
San Francisco, California
Location: Masonic Avenue
Ranking: 14th most popular
Rate: $68 per person per night for a party of 10
Security deposit: $500
Maximum occupancy: 10
Minimum stay: three nights
The layout: four bedrooms; two bathrooms
Good to know: Quiet hours (when the yard and deck are off limits) are labeled from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM on weekdays and from 11:00 PM to 9:00 AM on weekends; free garage parking is included
This second-floor home with plenty of outdoor landings for perching with morning coffee is located in North Panhandle. Steps away from Golden Gate Park, where you can tour the Conservatory of Flowers, and minutes from the cable car that will take your group to Alamo Square's Postcard Row, Fisherman's Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, and downtown San Francisco, the spot is a homey but updated pad that you and your gals will love staking out for a long weekend.