Market overview
The global homestay market is worth USD 38.3 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 72.0 bn by 2036, growing at a 6.5% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Private room in host home is the largest by type segment.
| Scope | Revenue from homestays: private rooms in occupied homes, bed-and-breakfasts, farm and rural stays, cultural homestays and student host-family stays. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Travel and Tourism |
| Value 2025 | USD 36.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 38.3 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 72.0 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 6.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 623 million guest nights |
| Volume 2036 | 914 million guest nights |
| Average price 2026 | USD 61.5 per guest night |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Homestay market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 38.3 bn |
| 2027 | USD 40.8 bn |
| 2028 | USD 43.5 bn |
| 2029 | USD 46.3 bn |
| 2030 | USD 49.3 bn |
| 2031 | USD 52.5 bn |
| 2032 | USD 55.9 bn |
| 2033 | USD 59.6 bn |
| 2034 | USD 63.5 bn |
| 2035 | USD 67.6 bn |
| 2036 | USD 72.0 bn |
Homestay market segmentation
By type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private room in host home | 38.0% | 39.5% | USD 14.6 bn | 6.9% |
| Bed and breakfast | 30.0% | 25.8% | USD 11.5 bn | 4.9% |
| Farm and rural stays | 12.0% | 13.1% | USD 4.6 bn | 7.4% |
| Student and language homestays | 8.0% | 7.2% | USD 3.1 bn | 5.4% |
| Cultural and community stays | 12.0% | 14.3% | USD 4.6 bn | 8.4% |
By channel
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online platforms | 55.0% | 64.4% | USD 21.1 bn | 8.2% |
| Direct | 30.0% | 23.0% | USD 11.5 bn | 3.7% |
| Travel agents | 15.0% | 12.6% | USD 5.8 bn | 4.7% |
By stay length
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 3 nights | 48.0% | 44.0% | USD 18.4 bn | 5.6% |
| 3 to 14 nights | 36.0% | 36.0% | USD 13.8 bn | 6.5% |
| Over 14 nights | 16.0% | 20.0% | USD 6.1 bn | 8.9% |
By traveller type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leisure travellers | 58.0% | 54.0% | USD 22.2 bn | 5.7% |
| Students and long-stay learners | 20.0% | 22.0% | USD 7.7 bn | 7.5% |
| Remote workers | 22.0% | 24.0% | USD 8.4 bn | 7.4% |
By price tier
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | 42.0% | 38.0% | USD 16.1 bn | 5.4% |
| Mid-range | 40.0% | 40.0% | USD 15.3 bn | 6.5% |
| Premium | 18.0% | 22.0% | USD 6.9 bn | 8.7% |
Top 25 countries for homestay by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 73.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 92.4%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 6.9 bn | 18.0% | USD 14.5 bn | 7.7% |
| 2 | United States | USD 5.4 bn | 14.0% | USD 8.6 bn | 4.8% |
| 3 | Japan | USD 3.1 bn | 8.0% | USD 5.4 bn | 5.8% |
| 4 | India | USD 2.7 bn | 7.0% | USD 7.4 bn | 10.7% |
| 5 | France | USD 2.3 bn | 6.0% | USD 3.7 bn | 4.8% |
| 6 | Italy | USD 1.9 bn | 5.0% | USD 3.0 bn | 4.7% |
| 7 | Spain | USD 1.5 bn | 4.0% | USD 2.6 bn | 5.4% |
| 8 | Germany | USD 1.5 bn | 4.0% | USD 2.4 bn | 4.8% |
| 9 | United Kingdom | USD 1.5 bn | 4.0% | USD 2.4 bn | 4.8% |
| 10 | Vietnam | USD 1.2 bn | 3.0% | USD 3.0 bn | 9.9% |
| 11 | Thailand | USD 939 mn | 2.5% | USD 1.7 bn | 6.3% |
| 12 | Indonesia | USD 843 mn | 2.2% | USD 1.7 bn | 7.0% |
| 13 | Mexico | USD 759 mn | 2.0% | USD 1.4 bn | 6.3% |
| 14 | Canada | USD 682 mn | 1.8% | USD 1.3 bn | 6.3% |
| 15 | Australia | USD 617 mn | 1.6% | USD 1.1 bn | 6.2% |
| 16 | South Korea | USD 556 mn | 1.4% | USD 1.0 bn | 6.3% |
| 17 | Brazil | USD 498 mn | 1.3% | USD 914 mn | 6.2% |
| 18 | Philippines | USD 449 mn | 1.2% | USD 885 mn | 7.0% |
| 19 | Taiwan | USD 403 mn | 1.1% | USD 741 mn | 6.3% |
| 20 | Portugal | USD 364 mn | 0.9% | USD 669 mn | 6.3% |
| 21 | Turkey | USD 326 mn | 0.8% | USD 605 mn | 6.4% |
| 22 | Netherlands | USD 295 mn | 0.8% | USD 540 mn | 6.2% |
| 23 | Poland | USD 265 mn | 0.7% | USD 489 mn | 6.3% |
| 24 | Malaysia | USD 238 mn | 0.6% | USD 439 mn | 6.3% |
| 25 | Greece | USD 215 mn | 0.6% | USD 396 mn | 6.3% |
| Rest of world | USD 2.9 bn | 7.6% | USD 5.1 bn | 5.7% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Airbnb
- Booking Holdings
- Expedia Group
- Trip.com Group
- Meituan
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Tujia
- Agoda
- OYO
- Fliggy
- Muniao
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Xiaozhu
- Homestay.com
- Misterb&b
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the homestay market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 6.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by type, by channel, by stay length, by traveller type, by price tier. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the homestay market?
The global homestay market is estimated at USD 36.0 bn in 2025 and USD 38.3 bn in 2026.
How fast will the homestay market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 72.0 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 6.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 33.6 bn.
Which country is the largest market for homestay?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 6.9 bn in 2026, 18.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 40.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 10.7% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which homestay segment is largest?
In the by type split, Private room in host home is the largest segment with 38.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading homestay companies?
Global leaders include Airbnb, Booking Holdings, Expedia Group, Trip.com Group.
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