Whatever, “it,” is that makes an Airbnb outstanding is difficult to put into words—because the combination of amenities, host, and location are so variable. When I leave an Airbnb, I ask myself, “Do I feel any loyalty to this location, or do I want to try a new place next time?” When I left Jane’s house, l said to myself, “This is it. From now on when I have a flight at Heathrow, this is where I will stay.”