Curl up with a classic at one of Airbnb’s literature-inspired stays

To celebrate the reading renaissance inspired by the ever-growing #BookTok community, Airbnb has revealed its top literary-inspired stays across the globe – perfect for getting lost in the pages of a good read.

The #BookTok community has taken over TikTok, with videos racking up more than 229.5 billion views. Creators reviewing new books, offering recommendations, and discussing theories on much-loved classics have captured a new generation of readers – all of whom want to continue their love of reading when travelling – stepping into stays that feel like total literary paradises.

To help book loving travellers plan their next trip, Airbnb has curated a list of the most beautiful literature-themed stays around the world. From stays that embrace the hot new design trend of ‘bookshelf wealth’ to homes lived in by authors themselves, these Airbnbs  are perfect for book lovers and design aficionados alike.

And for a truly immersive reading experience, Airbnb has just unveiled an overnight stay in the Hidden Library of St Paul’s Cathedral, boasting an especially curated collection of over 22,000 books for all your reading pleasures – available exclusively for two guests for only £7.

“For many people, the only free time they get to dive into a book with no interruptions is on holiday – which is why we’ve decided to share our list of the top literature-inspired stays for travellers to enjoy. Who knows – maybe guests will even find the inspiration to write their own book, which could one day sit on the shelves of these Airbnbs.”

Amanda Cupples, General Manager for the UK and Northern Europe at Airbnb

Airbnb’s stays for literary lovers around the world

Former home of Charles Dickens, London, UK

Centrally located in vibrant Fitzrovia, this apartment is a sleek city base with a storied history.  Guests can live out their literary dreams in this bright and airy apartment, twice lived in by famed novelist, Charles Dickens.

Athenian House of 1920, Athens, Greece

Located in the heart of Athens, the apartment is on the second level of a two-storey listed neoclassical building in Athens – housing a beautiful library that will allow visitors’ imagination to soar.

The Open Book, Wigtown, Scotland

Nestled into the pristine lowlands, The Open Book is a charming bookshop with an apartment located above. Nestled  in the heart of Wigtown, Scotland’s National Book Town, guests can live out their dream of having their very own bookshop by the sea in Scotland.

“IL CASALE” – Tenuta di Verzano, Sant’Oreste, Italy

Tenuta di Verzano is an ancient farmhouse with unspoiled charm in the Roman countryside. It has belonged to the same family for over 150 years, and boasts  an unbeatable  view. As for its connection to literature, this property featured in the TV adaption of Irish author Sally Rooney’s ‘Normal People’. 

Valletta Vintage, Valletta, Malta

This sunny first floor studio is elegantly furnished with vintage pieces and a collection of contemporary art books for guests’ to get stuck into. Conveniently located on one end of Valletta’s main street – a few minutes’ walk from the beach, main sights, and Malta’s main bus terminal.

 Fig Cottage Marble Hill, Dunfanaghy, Ireland

Fig’s Cottage is situated in Dunfanaghy, County Donegal – one of the most beautiful corners of the county, for beautiful walks on the stunning coastline and rugged landscape.  It is also the birthplace of Brian Friel (an English-language dramatist great) – making it perfect for a literary getaway. 

42 Terrace Guest House, Kansas City, United States

This old shotgun bungalow is over 100-years-old and is located in the historic and vibrant Volker neighbourhood. With a whole wall dedicated to literature, this renovated bungalow will inspire you to settle in with a good read.

Classical Apartment on the Royal Mile, Edinburgh

This apartment retains the unique character of Edinburgh’s Old Town, with oak panelled walls and parquet flooring, mixed with family portraits, antiques and works of art, but also all the modern comforts of a home. Choose from hundreds of books and read in a secret bed box behind floor-to-ceiling shelves. 

Oasis, São Paulo, Brazil 

This two-bedroom, two-story loft has walls lined with books from the living room to the mezzanine – allowing guests to immerse themselves into literary delights. Located in one of the trendiest and busiest neighbourhoods  of São Paulo, guests will find multiple areas to sneak off with a good read in this house, including the outdoor hammock or vintage bathtub.

For guests who are booking their travel plans this year and need help finding the cream of the crop, Airbnb has launched Guest Favourites, a collection of the 2 million most-loved homes on Airbnb based on ratings, reviews, and reliability. Guest Favourites have excellent reviews and are rated above 4.9 stars on average. These homes also receive high marks for ease of check-in, cleanliness, listing accuracy, Host communication, location, and value. Whether guests are travelling domestically or internationally, Guest Favourites make it easy for guests to find the best place to stay to make the most of their trip. Head to Airbnb to explore the Guest Favourites filter further when planning your next trip.