Airbnb is renting out overnight stays to the last remaining Blockbuster.
Airbnb announced that residents of Bend, Oregon, can rent out the entire Blockbuster store, fitted with overnight accommodations, for a few select days in September. Furthermore, the Blockbuster will be fitted with 90s-themed sleepover decor so that guests can really relish in the nostalgia.
…cause the last BLOCKBUSTER in the world will be offering movie lovers in Bend a 90s themed sleepover for a limited time—only on airbnb. who’s down? https://t.co/dd4yz1UtZP pic.twitter.com/NJEZK2wxeW
— Airbnb (@Airbnb) August 11, 2020
“As the last standing location in the world, our Blockbuster store is an ode to movie magic, simpler times and the sense of community that could once be found in Blockbuster locations around the world,” the Airbnb listing reads. “Over the past few months, we’ve been missing the regular visits from friends, neighbors and tourists from around the world. So, we’re opening our store to three quarantine pods of Deschutes County guests for a socially-distanced movie night, just like those of decades past.”
On Aug. 17 at 1 p.m. PT, Deschutes County residents can book a sleepover in the store for one night only on either Sept. 18, 19, or 20. Each booking allows for up to four people. Each night will cost just $4.
Guests staying in the store will have access to the entire store, which will be cleaned prior to “arrival in accordance to Airbnb’s Enhanced Cleaning Protocol which his informed by recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.” Guests will be given face masks, disinfectant wipes, and hand sanitizer as well.
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As you can see in the pictures attached to the tweet above, the overnight stay includes access to video games, Pepsi, Raisinets, popcorn, and of course, movies. People wishing to get a look at this temporary Airbnb setup can do so during regular store hours for a limited time.
“Our Blockbuster store is open because of the incredible local community in Bend, and we’ve been grateful to have the support of those beyond our town as the coronavirus pandemic has impacted our business,” the Airbnb listing reads. “To celebrate and pay it forward in this tradition of support, Airbnb will make a donation to the Humane Society of Central Oregon, a longtime partner of ours.”
If you need suggestions on what to watch during your stay, check out our list of the most ’90s movies of the 1990s and then check out the movies we think are the 25 best ’90s movies.
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Wesley LeBlanc is a freelance news writer and guide maker for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @LeBlancWes.
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