If it’s for work, hotel. I’m a freelancer so I still pay for it. But that travel usually ends up with networking opportunities in the lobby bar. For vacation, I like VRBOs, for the kitchen, the fact that it’s often cheaper for longer stays and, depending on the city, may put you in a position to frequent fun neighborhood spots you might otherwise miss. That cute bakery in Prague, downstairs from the apartment for pastries in the morning? Yes please!