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UK: ShortTermRentalz can announce that the entries deadline for The Shortyz Awards 2026 has been officially extended until the 2nd March 10:00AM GMT.
The awards are completely free to enter and entrants are encouraged to apply to as many categories as they wish and are eligible for.
This year, we have introduced two new categories: The Best Travel Influencer and the Best Safety and Security Initiative.
Winners in all categories will be selected by an independent judging panel, apart from our five people-led awards: Rentalpreneur, Innovator/Disruptor, Rising Star, Pioneer/Industry Leader and Best Travel Influencer, which will be decided by public vote.
The Shortyz are open to everyone in the global short-term rental industry, including rentalpreneurs and accommodation owners, operators, technology providers, channel managers, PMS and RMS providers, OTAs & accommodation booking platforms, property professionals, interior designers, payment system providers, insurance companies, media, investors, and more.
The Shortyz recognises individuals and companies setting the pace in short-term rentals and alternative accommodation, spanning operational excellence and growth strategies to innovation, safety and guest experience.
This deadline extension is final, with entrants encouraged to use the additional time to complete and refine their submissions.
To submit your entries, visit The Shortyz 2026 official website, click on the ‘submit your entry’ button and choose from the 21 categories up for grabs.
This year’s ceremony will be held on Tuesday 21st April at The Westin City Hotel and Residences, London.
Highlights:
Entry deadline for The Shortyz Awards 2026 extended to 2 March at 10am GMT (final extension)
Awards are free to enter, with entrants able to submit to multiple eligible categories
Two new categories launched for 2026: Best Travel Influencer and Best Safety and Security Initiative
Winners selected by an independent judging panel, with five people-led awards decided by public vote
Open to the global short-term rental sector, including owners, operators, tech providers and service companies
Ceremony to take place on Tuesday 21 April at The Westin City Hotel and Residences London
