Life is meant for great adventures. So, let the adventure begin in Dayton, Ohio, at one of the best Airbnbs to enjoy your stay in this lively city. As the sixth-largest city in Ohio, Dayton has many exciting attractions from the National Museum of the US Air Force, Cox Arboretum MetroPark to the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery. With various things to do in Dayton for couples, you and your partner will surely have a great romantic experience. To explore all the local sights, restaurants, historical places, and more in Dayton, Airbnb is the accommodation of choice thanks to its reasonable rates, comprehensive amenities for families, and personalised service from friendly hosts. There are RV rentals and hotels with hot tub in Dayton. For a more memorable getaway, however, read on further to discover the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Dayton, Ohio.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on January 10, 2025.
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1. Charming bungalow for long-term guests (from USD 80)
This delightful bungalow allows guests to enjoy extended stays with great flexibility. Upon approaching the entrance, one is greeted by a charming front porch that exudes a welcoming ambience. For entertainment, dive into a world of captivating shows with HDTV featuring popular streaming services such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, HBO Max, Hulu, and Netflix.
You can also add a touch of nostalgia to your stay by enjoying music on the record player. The complimentary WiFi and a dedicated workplace are accessible if you need to catch up on work or stay in touch with loved ones. You will feel at ease knowing that free parking is available onsite, providing a convenient and safe location for your vehicle.
Top guest reviews
Host:
great host and home :)the host was quick to respond to questions about the yale smart lockscott was a fantastic hostthe hosts maintain a very pleasant home that had me wanting for nothing morethe decor is pleasing as well and tastefully reflects the hosts artistic personalitiesLocation:
we were located in a nice walking neighborhood closethe location is also idealthis is a great location - close to everythinggood location and very comfortableexactly as advertised great locationCleanliness:
the place was very clean and just as advertisedthe house was very clean and organizedamazing and immaculately clean home i wanted for nothing during my stayvery clean and has everything you may needthe whole house was so clean check in was easy and scott was very communicativeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
big tv with a comfortable couchthe house is exactly as depicted with great amenities a few snacks provided fully equipped kitchencomfortable queen bed with sofas big enough for extra sleepingthe living room is perfect for someone like me
2. Cosy rental home with an outdoor dining area (from USD 88)
This rental home offers a cosy and comfortable stay within walking distance of the charming Oregon Historic District. The property comes equipped with WiFi connectivity, allowing for seamless web browsing and uninterrupted connectivity. The house offers a comfortable living experience throughout the year, thanks to air-conditioning, ceiling fans, and heating, where you have the flexibility to regulate the temperature as per your preference.
The outdoor dining area is lovely to relish your meals while enjoying the refreshing atmosphere and delightful surroundings. Free street parking is readily accessible, providing a convenient and stress-free location for your vehicle.
Top guest reviews
Host:
kathleen was a great hostkathleen was a fantastic host and offered great local restaurant recommendations for the areakathleen was very responsive acomodating polite and had great local recommendationsLocation:
super cute location and very convenient to restaurantgreat place to stay with convenient locationgreat location perfect for a night in daytoneasy walk to plenty of good spots for food or drinks while being away from a busy streetgreat house great location incredible hostsCleanliness:
the place was very clean and cozythe house overall was very clean and beautifulit was very nice and cleanit was very clean and check in and check out was easythe home is clean and well-kept and i love its unique charmRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
cozy and spacious with nice furniture and a comfy bedkathleen was fantastic in having this cozy quaint house availablecomfortable with plenty of room
3. Elegant townhouse with river views (from USD 69)
Make yourself at home in this gorgeous townhouse with awe-inspiring views of the Great Miami River and the serene skyline of downtown Miami. Built in 1883, the vintage home located in a historic district has maintained its magnificent splendour through the ages, yet boasts elegant, modern fittings and furnishings. Able to sleep eleven guests, this spectacular haven has three bedrooms, five beds, one-and-a-half bathrooms, and excellent luxuries. Although it is not a bed and breakfast property in Dayton, you can still prepare delicious meals in the well-equipped kitchen.
Next, head outside for glorious sunshine at the immaculately designed front porch and shared back deck. Perfect for guests who love exploring food trails, there are plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes just steps away from home.
Top guest reviews
Host:
she was quick to respond to questions and the perfect hostmelanie was the perfect hostthank you for being such a gracious host :)the hosts are super accommodating and you'll feel so comfyi deeply appreciated the thoughtfulness of the hosts that is clearly apparent throughout the homeLocation:
the location is peaceful yet close to absolutely everythingwonderful place in a great locationright on the river in downtown this was the perfect location for me to walk to workthis townhouse was the perfect location since it’s close to where we livethe location was perfect and close to downtown bars and restaurantsCleanliness:
super clean and comfortablevery clean and tidyspace was very clean and comfortablethe place was very clean and beautifulclean with everything you needRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
very nice kitchen living room and great a/cthere are plenty of beds even for a large family and lots of natural light and welcoming touchesbeds were super comfortable tvs and ceiling fans in the roomsthe place was nicely appointed and the beds were super comfygreat spot lots of space beautiful kitchen and very impressed with the entire space
4. Perfect getaway guest suite with patio (from USD 39)
Fulfil your dreams for a private hideaway surrounded by lush greens in this stylish guest suite with one bedroom, two queen-sized beds, and one bathroom, that sleeps up to four guests. This cheap Airbnb in Dayton includes modern conveniences, such as a mini-fridge and freezer, microwave, digital TV, leather sofa, and private working space. Soak in the sunshine at the private backyard patio or head across the street to explore local delights at the restaurants, neighbourhood Walmart and Asian supermarket. Being situated five minutes to downtown Dayton means guests are never far from popular places such as the local bowling alley and awesome shopping.
Top guest reviews
Host:
overall great host :dthe hosts did a nice job on the bathroomthe hosts were quick to respond to questions and check in was easyjennifer was a great host and was quick to answer any questions i hadit's a good place host is responsiveLocation:
great place to stay close to daytongreat space and location reasonable pricevery close to a great breakfast place the golden nuggetgreat spot close to downtown very privatejennifer’s place is nice quite and close to downtown daytonCleanliness:
clean and quietthe communication was great and the place was very clean and spaciousvery clean and comfortable beds tooit was spotless and comfortableit was clean and worth what we paidRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
private backyard with a table and chair was nicebeds are very comfortable and bathroom is new with a super showergreat private bedroom bath and sitting room close to kettering medical centerwe enjoyed our stay at jennifer's place it was cozy quiet and had everything we needed
5. Beautiful modern apartment that's pet-friendly (from USD 74)
There’s room for housebroken small pets at this wonderful apartment with abundant space for families on holiday. Able to sleep up to six guests, this well-appointed unit has one bedroom with a queen-sized bed, second bedroom with double bed and sofa bed in the living area. What’s more, the apartment features an electronic indoor fireplace, well-equipped kitchen, washer and dryer for laundry and living room with games available. With free parking on the premises, guests can explore the array of shopping, restaurants, and entertainment outlets close by.
Top guest reviews
Host:
michelle is a great host and provided everything i needed with very quick answersgreat place with a great hostwe really appreciated the owner's good communications and promptness in answering all of our questionsvery thoughtful host she’s amazingmichelle is a wonderful hostess she was quick to answer all of my questions and was very attentiveLocation:
location is great 75/70 very close along with multiple restaurants and storesgreat space and great locationit was conveniently located and was close to several good places to eat with 5 minthis is a great house in a great locationthanks property was perfectly situated in a great location for the weekend soccer tournamentCleanliness:
the apartment was clean and cozywas clean and enjoyablethe place was very clean and causualthe apartment was very clean and very quietit was clean comfortable and roomyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the apartment is clean and kitchen amenities are goodyes the place was clean any amenities you might need was there and the beds were comfy
6. Family-friendly home with private driveway (from USD 60)
Equipped with all the conveniences of modern living, this exceptional home with a lovely facade and lovelier interiors make the stay memorable. The 816 square feet (76 square metres) house provides ample space for up to five guests with two bedrooms, three beds and one bathroom with ready linens and towels. Further, guests enjoy the privacy of the entire home with living room, dining area, free WiFi and access to Netflix movies, well-equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. Home is made sensational with a beautiful porch for relaxing evenings and private driveway for parking.
Top guest reviews
Host:
she was a fantastic host and quickly responded to all of my questionsthe host was great at communicating everything with mealways love staying at shelly’s great host and great home highly recommendshelly was very quick to respond to any questions we had and was a very gracious hostgreat check in procedure and helpful info provided in plain viewLocation:
great location and great stayit's in a great location with restaurants and shopping near bythe location is nice and convenient to several restaurantsnice place close to a variety of locationsi would recommend future travelers to check out this locationCleanliness:
clean comfy and excellent communicationthe place was clean quiet and cozyvery nice and clean homeclean comfortable quiet and convenientcomfortable and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
bed mattress was very comfortableshelly's place was comfortable and had all the amenitiesgreat accommodations the house was great with one exception: the sofa bedfor an affordable and comfortable stay book with shellythe television setup appliances heat and hot water were excellent
7. Delightful two-bedded apartment that's fully furnished (from USD 140)
Understated elegance describes this pristine apartment with two bedrooms that sleep up to four guests comfortably. Sited in the historic St. Annes Hill, the impressive, fully-furnished home within a close-knit neighbourhood features a well-equipped kitchen with stove, refrigerator and dishwasher, laundry facilities, cable TV and internet access.
For added safety, this vacation rental in Dayton is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors on the premises. Best of all, guests enjoy easy access to downtown restaurants, bars, cafes, theatres and grocery stores located close to home.
Top guest reviews
Host:
great touches by the hostthe host was so accommodating and easy to communicate withlisa is a great hostlisa is a great hostexcellent place and fantastic host very kind and responsive would highly recommend to anyoneLocation:
super cute house in a great locationeasy walking distance from everythingreally great location in downtown dayton near oregon districtlocation was quaint and safevery comfortable and great locationCleanliness:
very clean and quietvery clean and spacious rentalnice clean place to staysuch a great and clean space great communicationvery beautiful and clean placeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the apt is in a very interesting historical areathe beautiful wood floors and comfy beds made it feel like we weren't travelingupstairs tv is greatvery cool stylish roomy aptbeautiful spot and the bed is super comfy
8. Charming apartment with abundant space
Be impressed by this fully remodelled apartment with original old world charm and modern fittings for contemporary living. Stay comfortably in the one-bedroom apartment with one bed, one bath, fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, internet access and spacious surroundings with minimalist decor. What amazes guests are the large windows that welcome in plenty of natural light and retro-styled ambience. Located on the second floor with stairs access, guests park off-street in a safe, private neighbourhood that pays homage to heritage homes. Close by are shopping, dining and entertainment outlets for guests to enjoy the best of Dayton.
Dayton, Ohio, United StatesTop guest reviews
Host:
host was highly responsivehost is extremely responsivemike was a wonderful host and very responsivemike and sarah were extremely helpful and accommodating hostsmike was a great host with clear and prompt communicationLocation:
great location walking distance from downtowngreat location right next to the main strip in the districtthis is an amazing location in daytonit is located in a very safe neighborhood and in a very convenient locationgreat location easy to findCleanliness:
mike’s place was amazingly clean and tidythe place was sparkling clean toothe space was clean and tidy and very comfortableit was also very cleanclean cozy and easy to get in and find everythingRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
a lot of nice touches like snacks and chocolates great kitchen amenitieswifi worked great and water pressure was excellent in the showeramazing amount of space kitchen clothes washer etccomfortable bed coffee in the kitchen couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay
9. Cosy bedroom best for solo travellers
Perfect for solo holidaymakers or business travellers, this exclusive private bedroom in a house offers one bed, shared bedroom, free WiFi and cable TV. Guests enjoy access to common areas such as a kitchen for preparing meals, lovely living room, sunny dining room and back patio for relaxing moments outdoors. Longer-staying guests have access to the washer and dryer for laundry. Located in a peaceful environment, the accommodation is close to downtown Dayton, Air National Museum, Wright State University, plus a good choice of restaurants and shopping.
Dayton, Ohio, United StatesTop guest reviews
Host:
friendly host and an excellent valuemae was a great hostthe host really made sure you had everything you neededdirections from mae were really helpfulmae is a great hostLocation:
great location -convenient to shopping restaurants and i-70my stay was wonderful the location could not have been any more convenient when accessing the highwayperfect place to stay when traveling and need to break up the tripif in dayton i certainly recommend this location for your staylocation and value is convenient for people on the road—right off the highwayCleanliness:
the room was also very clean and towels were providedmae's place was very clean and homiethe place is clean quite and check-in is easyvery clean comfortable place to stay i completely recommend itclean easy to find great valueRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the value is unmatched amenities were superb and the bedroom was cozythe room was cozy very well lit and the mattress was comfortableair conditioning (summer heat ) was excellentalso a very comfortable mattressthe bedroom and bathroom were clean and had all the amenities i needed for a comfortable stay
10. Elegantly designed home in a quiet suburb
Bask in the tranquillity of a cosy and comfortable home with a lovely front garden located in a peaceful neighbourhood. The elegantly styled home sleeps up to six guests and has one bedroom with a king-sized bed, second bedroom with a queen-sized bed, and one-and-a-half bathrooms. An added perk is the indoor fireplace for romantic evenings after enjoying a meal prepared in the functional kitchen. Coupled with lush interiors, free WiFi and free parking on the premises, guests may just opt to stay indoors all day. Not far from home is the Hills & Dales park, community golf course, good choice of restaurants and Walmart for all your shopping needs.
Dayton, Ohio, United StatesTop guest reviews
Host:
katelyn is a super hostfriendly & helpful hostsgreat place and katelyn was a great hostplenty of room great value super responsive hostkatelyn was an amazing host and i'm so incredibly glad i chose to stay hereLocation:
great location from downtownvery cute bungalow close to so many thingskatelyn’s place is a cute house located close to everythingvery nice house handy locationkatelyns place is a cute quaint houseCleanliness:
very clean and good valueclean tidy and homeyplace is sparkling clean and modernkate kept the house very cleanvery clean and updated will stay againRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
katelyn's house has all of the amenities you need for a comfortable staythe a/c was nice and cold and the house was so comfortablefavorite feature: the ridiculously comfortable memory foam king sized bed (with cooling layer)very homey clean great amenities comfortable bed nice kitchen and most of all: pet friendlythe beds were very comfortable
11. Brilliant bungalow with comfortable furnishings
Be inspired by a Bohemian-styled bungalow with classic interiors that keeps guests cosy and comfortable. The charming abode has two bedrooms, two beds, one and a half bathrooms and sleeps up to three guests. For guest’s convenience, there’s a functional kitchen, free WiFi, laptop-friendly workspace and free parking on the premises. Sited in a safe and serene neighbourhood, guests are impressed by its good locale close to upscale shopping malls, University of Dayton, Wright State University, medical centres and convenient amenities.
Dayton, Ohio, United StatesTop guest reviews
Host:
stephanie was a wonderful host kind and responsivestephanie was an excellent host and responded very quicklystephanie was very responsive about trying to resolve the problemstephanie was a great host she was quick to communicate and make sure everything was ok for our staystephanie was quick to respond and very friendlyLocation:
located in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to major roadsdefinitely a suphost locationnice quiet area close to other placesthe location was great for going to destinations in dayton as well as springfieldbeautiful place quiet neighborhood good location easy check inCleanliness:
very clean and had little extras here and therevery clean convenient omfortable informativenice and clean with quick communication from the ownerit is cozy impeccably clean and up to datethe place was very clean the bed very comfortable and the shower was wonderfulRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
loved stephanie’s place; clean quiet amenities like hair dryer iron ironing board emergency snacks coffee and coffee makergreat selection of kitchen amenitieswe also appreciated the ac and ceiling fans as it was a warm weekendgreat place to stay very comfortable space
12. Stylish and spacious home in historic district
Escape to serenity at this stylish gem of a home located in a friendly neighbourhood within a historic district. Designed with modern features such as keyless entry for easy access, well-decorated interiors, bathroom with a rainfall showerhead, the lovely home has two bedrooms, two beds and sleeps up to five guests. The home was built in 1885 but exudes urbanity with an outdoor seating area with gas fire pit, in a private backyard for guests to enjoy the sunshine or starry skies. Its central location means plenty of conveniences such as dining, entertainment and shopping outlets that are close to home.
Dayton, Ohio, United StatesTop guest reviews
Host:
such a great home and kind host thanks clinton for the awesome hospitalityclinton was a great hosthost has quick response and very pleasant to work withclinton was a great hostthe place is great and the host is awesomeLocation:
great place close to mvhsuper close to university of daytongreat location and beautiful housegreat place close to downtowngreat place close to everythingCleanliness:
super clean and nicethe space was very clean and charmingstylish clean space on a quiet streetgreat place to stay very clean and moderngreat place in dayton very clean and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we loved the kitchen bathroom and living roomgreat space amazing bathroom i actually miss that shower
Make your holiday in Dayton truly delightful
Exploring new places always brings more passion to your life. So, ignite that wanderlust and wander around to find the best Airbnb in Dayton, Ohio. Don’t deny yourself the promise of an authentic experience in an awesome destination that’s aptly named the “Gem City” for its rich historical treasures and popular festivals. Moreover, if you want a serene getaway nearby, cabin rentals near Dayton are available.
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