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Airbnb's Most Wishlisted Stays & What They Tell Us About What Guests Want in 2026
Airbnb's Most Wishlisted Stays Are Not What You Were Expecting
ICYMI, Airbnb recently released their most wishlisted stays across the US. And the list was...enlightening.
There are no crazy builds or loud gimmicks anymore. (Okay, there is a home shaped like a camera). But the trend is clear: it's all about nature, comfort, and escaping ordinary life. And minimalistic, neutral design might be having a major moment.
What's inside? Remote cabins. Tiny homes. Unique structures. And so, so many treehouses (we totally called it, btw).
For this week's playbook, we're looking at a few of the most interesting picks from Airbnb's list and what they tell us about what guests want in 2026.
A Few Top Picks From the Most Wishlisted Stays on Airbnb
Zion A-Frame
Hildale, Utah
A floor-to-ceiling window wall that disappears into the deck. Direct trail access from the property. Guests enjoy super up-close Zion Canyon views with zero obstructions.
The Earth House
Springfield, Missouri
Buried underground with mid-century modern interiors. Guests rave about the comfortable beds and how fun it is to explore the architecture.
Hilltop Treehouse & Lavender Farm
Oxford, Iowa
Very simple interiors let the lavender farm be the star. Lavender milkshakes and on-theme gift bags extend the experience.
Willow Treehouse
Willow, New York
No WiFi, no cell service, just a pond, a hot tub, and silence. Guests love actually unplugging instead of pretending they did.
Frank Lloyd Wright's Eppstein House
Galesburg, Michigan
Designed by a famous architect, this is a museum you can sleep in. Wright's work was all about harmony with nature, and it shows. Curated with art, books, and a record player. Guests love stepping into a time machine.
Tucson Bottle House
Tucson, Arizona
Walls made of thousands of glass bottles and rocks. Light pours through in colors you've never seen indoors. This home is the definition of quirky, but it's still cozy and comfortable.
The Lens Lodge
Ellijay, Georgia
Sleep inside the lens of a giant camera, 15 feet above ground, with a circular window overlooking the mountains. Hot tub, glass-walled shower, and polaroids to document your stay. Guests call it peaceful and truly unique.
Robert Bruno Steel House
Ransom Canyon, Texas
A steel sculpture you can actually sleep inside. Built over decades by an artist, this organic, futuristic structure looks like something from another planet. Guests love the curves and the feeling of being inside living art.
What Makes a Wishlist-Worthy Stay in 2026?
Unique doesn't mean what you think it means anymore.
It's not just about crazy design or bold colors. It's about creating an experience guests can't have at home. Peaceful. Calm. Nature-focused. Something completely removed from their day-to-day.
Nature isn't nature without immersion.
Being near nature isn't enough. Your design and architecture need to feel in harmony with the nature around you. Floor-to-ceiling windows. Outdoor showers. Beds that face the view. Guests want to feel immersed in nature—even when they're indoors.
Unconventional structures win.
Glass octagons. Earth houses. Camera-shaped cabins. Treehouses that actually feel like treehouses. Guests love unique architecture, even when it's simple and minimalistic.
Want to see more? Read the full blog for:
• Our full list of what makes a wishlist-worthy stay in 2026
• More surprising picks from Airbnb's wishlisted stays feature
• The one suprising non-negotiable factor in every wishlisted stay
that hosts are missing (and guests rave about)
• What guests love about each stay and how to use it to improve your STRs
• Jaw-dropping Airbnb shots that'll make you want to fire your photographer
Cheers,
The Host Camp Team
