WIMDU
Vacation rental marketplace offering 350,000+ properties with integrated search and booking functionality worldwide.
About WIMDU
WIMDU is a global vacation rental marketplace offering over 350,000 accommodations in more than 100 countries worldwide. Originally founded in 2011 as a Rocket Internet startup, WIMDU quickly grew to a team of 350 employees and raised $90 million in early funding from investors including Kinnevik and Rocket Internet. Within its first 100 days online, WIMDU had already listed 10,000 properties worldwide and was available in 15 languages.
After ceasing independent operations in late 2018, WIMDU’s assets were acquired by HomeToGo, the Berlin-based vacation rental marketplace that went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in 2021. Today, WIMDU operates as a brand within the HomeToGo Group (alongside Casamundo, Tripping.com, AMIVAC, Interhome, and Smoobu). The platform functions as a marketplace aggregator, comparing offers from multiple providers and presenting them to travelers.
The platform features “Verified Guest by WIMDU” reviews — only guests who booked through WIMDU can submit reviews, ensuring authenticity. WIMDU charges a flat 12% traveler booking fee. Coverage spans Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Australia, and Africa, with strong inventory in major cities and popular holiday destinations.
What sets this company apart
One of the largest vacation rental marketplace aggregators in Europe, comparing offers from multiple providers in a single search. "Verified Guest by WIMDU" review system ensures only confirmed bookers can leave reviews. Benefits from HomeToGo Group's technology, inventory scale, and Frankfurt Stock Exchange-listed parent company. Flat 12% traveler booking fee — simple and transparent pricing.
Markets & Coverage
Operating across 1 countries
Markets & Coverage
(1)Supported Languages
Property Types
- HousePrimary
- Apartment
- Villa
- Cabin
- Cottage
Market Segments
- LuxuryPrimary
- Beach & Coastal
- Urban
- Family
Service Characteristics
Main Features
- Multi-language support
- Mobile app / mobile-friendly
- Multi-currency support
- Direct OTA API connections
- SEO & content marketing
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- WIMDU is a global vacation rental marketplace offering over 350,000 accommodations in more than 100 countries worldwide. Originally founded in 2011 as a Rocket Internet startup, WIMDU quickly grew to a team of 350 employees and raised $90 million in early funding from investors including Kinnevik and Rocket Internet. Within its first 100 days online, WIMDU had already listed 10,000 properties worldwide and was available in 15 languages. After ceasing independent operations in late 2018, WIMDU's assets were acquired by HomeToGo, the Berlin-based vacation rental marketplace that went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in 2021. Today, WIMDU operates as a brand within the HomeToGo Group (alongside Casamundo, Tripping.com, AMIVAC, Interhome, and Smoobu). The platform functions as a marketplace aggregator, comparing offers from multiple providers and presenting them to travelers. The platform features "Verified Guest by WIMDU" reviews — only guests who booked through WIMDU can submit reviews, ensuring authenticity. WIMDU charges a flat 12% traveler booking fee. Coverage spans Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Australia, and Africa, with strong inventory in major cities and popular holiday destinations.
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