Prism Acquires 10 Sonder Properties to Bring Belvilla Brand to U.S.

Belvilla expands into the U.S. market with ten new properties, acquired from Sonder, marking a significant move by Prism.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Prism-owned European vacation rental company Belvilla has entered the U.S. market by acquiring 10 properties through the bankruptcy court proceedings of Sonder. Of the 10 properties, three are already operational under Belvilla's upscale urban brand, Belvilla District 6, in locations like Long Island City, Queens, and New Orleans.

Why it matters

This acquisition represents a major expansion for Belvilla, a leading European vacation rental company, as it seeks to establish a foothold in the lucrative U.S. market. The move also reflects the ongoing consolidation in the vacation rental industry, as larger players look to grow their portfolios and brands.

The details

Prism has acquired 10 former Sonder properties through bankruptcy proceedings, with three already operating under the Belvilla District 6 brand. The properties include The Dutch and Court Square in Long Island City, Queens, and The Louie Hotel in New Orleans. Belvilla's website does not yet offer U.S. bookings, but the properties are listed on Oyo's platform with the Belvilla District 6 branding.

  • Prism acquired the 10 Sonder properties in February 2026.

The players

Prism

A European vacation rental company that owns the Belvilla brand.

Belvilla

Prism's European vacation rental brand that is now expanding into the U.S. market.

Sonder

A vacation rental company that filed for bankruptcy, leading to the sale of 10 of its properties to Prism.

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The takeaway

This acquisition marks a significant move by Belvilla to establish a presence in the lucrative U.S. vacation rental market, as larger players in the industry continue to consolidate and expand their portfolios.