With millions of unforgettable stays powered by thousands of trusted partners, HomeToGo - Europe’s leading vacation rental group - offers the world’s largest selection of vacation rentals. And behind that scale is an incredible community of talent worth celebrating!

We are thrilled to roll out the red carpet for the second edition of the HomeToGo Vacation Rental Awards. This year, we are recognizing the standout property managers, software innovators and destination experts who set the gold standard for traveler experiences.

Join us in celebrating this year’s phenomenal finalists and winners!

The gold standard of hospitality. This prestigious award recognizes our direct partners who have achieved the perfect balance of scale and quality. These finalists have demonstrated an ability to manage large, diverse portfolios while maintaining the outstanding guest satisfaction that HomeToGo travelers expect. Congratulations to all our regional winners and the global winner of HomeToGo Vacation Rental Awards 2026 in the Partner of the Year category: Novasol

HomeToGo Partner of the Year: Meet our Regional Winners

HomeToGo Partner of the Year Finalists

Excellence in distribution and growth. This category honors Property Managers who have mastered the art of Marketplace distribution. These finalists are selected not only for their booking performance but for their operational health - including smooth, hassle-free stays and the strategic adoption of our innovative features like HomeToGo Payments. Congratulations to all our regional winners and the global winner of HomeToGo Vacation Rental Awards 2026 in the Channeled Partner of the Year category: Sykes Cottages

HomeToGo Channeled Partner of the Year: Meet our Regional Winners

HomeToGo Channeled Partner of the Year Finalists

Destination champions. This award is dedicated to the Destination Management Organizations that serve as the heartbeat of their regions. Focusing on the DACH region for 2026, these finalists have shown extraordinary initiative in promoting local tourism and supporting the vacation rental ecosystem. Congratulations to all our finalists and the winner of HomeToGo Vacation Rental Awards 2026 in the DMO of the Year category: OBS Online Buchung Service

HomeToGo DMO of the Year Finalists

The tech behind the travel. Behind every great stay is a seamless technical infrastructure. This award celebrates the software providers and channel managers that power the vacation rental industry with robust, reliable connectivity. These finalists are evaluated on a "scorecard" that tracks inventory coverage, cancellation split capabilities and integration quality. Congratulations to all our finalists and the winners of HomeToGo Vacation Rental Awards 2026 in the Connectivity Partner of the Year category: Feratel for Europe and Streamline VRS for the United States.

HomeToGo Connectivity Partner of the Year Finalists

The rising stars. Every year, new talent joins the HomeToGo community and makes an immediate impact. This award recognizes the new partners who have onboarded within the last year and achieved remarkable results in record time. These finalists have displayed incredible momentum, high-quality listings and a "go-getter" attitude that has quickly established them as key players in their respective markets. Congratulations to all our regional winners and the global winner of HomeToGo Vacation Rental Awards 2026 in the Newcomer of the Year category: Landfolk

HomeToGo Newcomer of the Year: Meet our Regional Winners

HomeToGo Newcomer of the Year Finalists

The people’s choice. While data tells much of the story, guest feedback tells the rest. This category is determined by the travelers themselves, highlighting partners who consistently receive the highest star ratings and most glowing reviews on our platform. From impeccable cleanliness to heartwarming hospitality, these finalists have mastered the art of guest excellence, proving that a great stay is built on trust and exceeding expectations. Congratulations to all our regional winners and the global winner of HomeToGo Vacation Rental Awards 2026 in the Travelers' Favorite Partner of the Year category: Villsy

HomeToGo Travelers' Favorite Partner of the Year: Meet our Regional Winners 

HomeToGo Travelers' Favorite Partner of the Year Finalists 

Fastest-growing redistribution partner. This award celebrates the redistribution partners who have scaled at lightning speed. Utilizing HomeToGo_PRO Doppelgänger technology, these partners have seen impressive growth by providing high-quality vacation rentals to their users across the European region and beyond. Congratulations to all our finalists and the winner of HomeToGo Vacation Rental Awards 2026 in the Fastest-Growing Partner of the Year category, presented by HomeToGo_PRO Doppelgänger: TUI 

Fastest-Growing Partner of the Year Finalists 

secra bookings Growth & Quality Partner of the Year. Presented to agencies and destinations within the secra bookings ecosystem, this award honors long-term loyalty and operational excellence. These finalists stand out for their proactive collaboration, high-quality content and commitment to innovation. Congratulations to all our finalists and the winner of HomeToGo Vacation Rental Awards 2026 in the Growth & Quality Partner of the Year category, presented by secra bookings: KulturGUT Apartments

Growth & Quality Partner of the Year Finalists 

Smoobu Ambassador of the Year. This award recognizes the individuals and community experts who empower the next generation of hosts through Smoobu. Whether through educational webinars, insightful blog posts or peer-to-peer support, these ambassadors demonstrate a deep expertise in the Smoobu network. Congratulations to all our finalists and the winner of HomeToGo Vacation Rental Awards 2026 in the Ambassador of the Year category, presented by Smoobu: Annik Rauh

 Ambassador of the Year Finalists 

Our methodology

Our finalists were determined by a comprehensive review of performance data from the full year of 2025. We evaluated our partners based on:

Key metrics: A deep dive into quantitative and qualitative data, including booking performance, operational health and the quality of technical integrations.

Strategic alignment: An assessment of how partners engage with the HomeToGo ecosystem, from the adoption of advanced payment systems to maintaining a proactive, growth-oriented mindset.

A note of gratitude

To all our partners: Thank you. At HomeToGo, we are proud to work with the incredible professionals who make exceptional stays possible. These awards celebrate your hard work, your resilience and your dedication to making every traveler feel at home.