OVER the past few years, Malaysia has firmly established itself as one of Airbnb’s fastest growing markets in Asia. With more than 1.5 million guest arrivals from over 176 countries – marking a significant 137% year-over-year growth – Malaysia is our most popular destination and the fastest growing market within South-East Asia alone.
We continue to grow because tourists increasingly want new and authentic adventures when they travel. In fact, 84% of our guests globally use Airbnb because they want to live like a local, and 44% of all guest spending takes place in the neighbourhoods where they stay. For them, Airbnb is the antidote to modern mass tourism and a gateway to experience true Malaysian hospitality.
