Independent Accommodations Day 2023: Date, History, Facts

On March 24, Independent Accommodations Day honors the millions of privately owned and independently operated accommodations around the world, including boutique hotels, vacation rentals, inns, Airbnbs, cottages, estates, and campgrounds. The “day of recognition” was created by eviivo, a leading hospitality software company, to commemorate the introduction of eviivo Collective, a collection of unique, notable, and luxury independent properties worldwide, such as villas, cottages, and castles.

The background of Independent Accommodations Day

Independent Accommodations Day was introduced in 2018 as part of eviivo’s renowned “International Week of the Host,” during which properties operated flash sales and celebrated via social media. eviivo Collective properties include historic Airbnbs designed by renowned architects in the United States, The New York Times-recognized fortresses in Scotland, and award-winning destination resorts in France.

In 2023, eviivo announced the launch of eviivo Collective to recognize the world’s most exceptional, notable, and luxurious independently-owned properties. To commemorate eviivo Suite’s 10-year anniversary, the company is extending its commitment to the independent accommodation sector by registering a global “Independent Accommodations Day” on March 24 as an annual day of recognition.

5 FACTS ABOUT INDEPENDENT ACCOMMODATIONS DAY

The hashtag #happyIADay was created to include everyone, regardless of whether or not they own property.

Independent Accommodations Day is observed in over 70 languages worldwide!

This day sees an increase in reservations at independent properties, which helps support an industry without the backing of large hotel chains.

Numerous users of social media share photos of their bachelorette parties, weddings, birthdays, and even romantic vacation getaways!

This is the ONLY day designated to honor the independent accommodation industry and its extraordinary workforce.

INDEPENDENT ACCOMMODATIONS DAY DATES

Year	Date	Day
2023	March 24	Friday
2024	March 24	Sunday
2025	March 24	Monday
2026	March 24	Tuesday
2027	March 24	Wednesday