Sonder Has Suddenly Filed For Bankruptcy

13.11.2025 - 16:09

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Once valued at over a billion dollars, Sonder, a former partner of the hospitality giant Marriott, abruptly declared bankruptcy. Known as a competitor to Airbnb, Sonder offered short-term rental and boutique hotel services in over 40 locations worldwide, from Amsterdam to Dubai. The sudden bankruptcy came in the wake of Marriott International terminating their licensing agreement with Sonder. Following the abrupt decision of Sonder Holdings to file for bankruptcy, hundreds of guests staying at these hotels were hastily evicted. Some guests were shocked to discover their belongings either stuffed into plastic bags or left in the hallways upon returning to their rooms.

In a sudden turn of events, Sonder, a partner brand of Marriott, filed for bankruptcy.

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Sonder Holdings, a short-term accommodation company operating on a global scale, has abruptly filed for bankruptcy and ceased operations. The company's downfall was triggered by the cancellation of a licensing agreement signed in 2024 between Sonder and Marriott International. Last year, Marriott had incorporated the Sonder brand into its own Marriott Bonvoy program and began offering apartment-style accommodations in over 40 cities under the name 'Sonder by Marriott'. However, it was reported that the two companies struggled to integrate their reservation systems, leading to a 'sharp decline' in revenues.

Hundreds of guests staying in hotels were abruptly ushered out of their rooms due to an unexpected turn of events over the weekend.

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Guests lodging in various cities from Boston to Dubai were caught off-guard when they were informed via email on Sunday that they needed to vacate their hotels immediately. To their shock, some guests discovered their belongings either stuffed into plastic bags or left in corridors upon returning to their rooms.

Sonder, once touted as a competitor to Airbnb, filed for bankruptcy on Monday. Following the termination of its licensing agreement with Marriott International, the company was forced to abruptly cease all operations.