In 2024, hotel giant Marriott International signed an agreement with short-term rental company Sonder, allowing guests to book Sonder's hotels and refurbished properties through the Marriott Bonvoy platform. The partnership was seen as a major boost for Sonder, which emerged as a key competitor to Airbnb.

On Sunday, November 9, 2025, Marriott International abruptly terminated its licensing agreement with Sonder, citing the short-term rental company's "default", a reference to financial troubles, according to a statement from Marriott. Shortly after the announcement, Sonder said it would file for Chapter 7 liquidation, a move that analysts attribute to its reliance on Marriott's booking platform for stability and growth.

Almost immediately after the announcement, guests staying at Sonder-

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