The 11 most haunted Airbnbs in the U.S.

Location: Victor, Colorado

After a fire in 1899 destroyed this Victorian-era brothel, casino, and saloon, the space was rebuilt and meticulously restored, bringing spirited supernatural stories. Legend claims the Victorian Gothic building's electrical wiring was done by Nikolas Tesla. Its bay windows, oak doors, 12- to 15-foot ceilings, and hardwood stairs are all original. The ghost who lives here is said to be a former miner who died in a gunfight. Equally creepy are some of the taxidermy and art the current owners have added.

Time Out tip: The building sits right next to the Victor Lowell Thomas Museum in this Rocky Mountain gold rush town. It’s worth a wander if you want the full backstory before you spend the night in a home that has one of its own.

Sleeps: Seven bedrooms, ten beds plus two sofas. Sleeps up to 16 guests.

Perks: The Rocky Mountains right on your doorstep in the heart of Victor, Colorado, dedicated workspace, pets allowed, free on-site parking.

Price: From $1,100 a night.

Location: Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

The barn and farmhouse on this historic property were both used as a Confederate field hospital after the Battle of Gettysburg, so you can only imagine how many spirits are milling about. Prepare yourself for the possibility of spotting multiple apparitions: the host of David Stewart Farm says she’s seen plenty over the years, but promises they’re all friendly. Guests have reported hearing footsteps and seeing men dressed in Confederate soldier uniforms. The bedroom itself is decked out in period decor to really put you in the 19th-century frame of mind, if that’s your style.

Time Out tip: The property sits on 100 acres with hiking and mountain biking trails and a pond stocked with bass, sunfish and catfish, so bring a rod if you fancy it. Just know you'll be sharing the kitchen and living room with the host, her dog and five cats, so it's not a fully private stay.

Sleeps: Two bedrooms, three beds (a queen and two twins). Sleeps up to 4 guests.

Perks: 100 acres of trails, fishing pond, fire pit, large deck, coffee and tea provided each morning.

Price: From $156 dollars a night.

Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Built in 1883, The Manor is a mysterious castle in St. Paul brimming with creepy vibes. Formerly the St. Paul Art Gallery, this Victorian home is palatial — perfect for spirits and paranormal activity. Furnished with oddities and curiosities, The Manor may be haunted — or it might not be, depending on your perception — but it's a popular spot for rituals, murder mystery dinners, and paranormal investigations like one undertaken in 1969 by a trio of journalists at the Pioneer Press.

Time Out tip: The host also books the property for daytime paranormal investigations, ceremonies and photo shoots, so if a simple overnight stay isn’t spooky enough, ask about renting the space for an event too. Just know you'll be sharing the kitchen and bathroom with the host, and government ID verification is required before booking.

Sleeps: One queen bed, shared bathroom. Sleeps up to 2 guests.

Perks: Enclosed courtyard with fire pit, in-suite laundry with sanitising functions, whirlpool tub, dedicated workspace, off-street parking inside a gated compound.

Price: From $125 a night.

Location: Ellicott City, Maryland.

Renting the Lilburn Mansion near Baltimore will get you two bedrooms, a ballroom, library, a pool and tons of outdoor space. It will also get you a haunted roommate or two. After a fire destroyed the original 1857 property, ’the castle’, as the owners called it, went through an extensive restoration. But the stone manor’s spectral residents didn’t much appreciate the changes, and a string of bad luck followed its living ones—including the death of a child as well as the family’s patriarch. Recently, guests have reported plenty of ghostly activity in the mansion, like the time someone spotted a child hanging from a chandelier.

Location: Bisbee, Arizona

This adorable cottage in Bisbee, Arizona has all the charm you’d want out of an affordable Airbnb retreat – and some mysterious ghostly activity to boot. The listing doesn’t go into much detail about what exactly haunts the gingerbread house, but repeated episodes of odd, unexplained mischief have been reported (though nothing scary or malevolent... so far). Luckily, the place is pet-friendly, so feel free to bring along Fido to protect you from whatever awaits in Bisbee.

Time Out tip: There’s no wifi or TV here by design. The host has kept it a step back in time, right down to a 1919 Brunswick phonograph she’ll play records on by request.

Sleeps: Two bedrooms, three beds (a double, plus a futon that sleeps two). Sleeps up to 5 guests.

Perks: Fully fenced yard, organic bedding and toiletries throughout, porch swing and glider seat, pet friendly with no fees, four steps up rather than a steep staircase.

Price: From $150 a night.

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana (Garden District)

New Orleans has its fair share of haunted attractions, but nothing sounds scarier than the idea of sharing a bedroom with a young ghost in a yellow dress. Although the 130-year-old Parks-Bowman Mansion in NOLA's Garden District offers multiple rooms, there’s only one room that’s supposedly haunted by a shy ghost, thought to be the youngest daughter of the house's original owners, who was buried on the grounds in the 1890s after her untimely death. Of course, you may or may not actually encounter the youngster or hear her pacing the grounds with a slight limp, softly humming lullabies, or hiding pairs of glasses.

Time Out tip: You’re a short walk from Lafayette Cemetery, Commander’s Palace and the St Charles Avenue streetcar line, and if you’re visiting for Mardi Gras, you’ll be steps from the parade route. Just know cooking isn’t permitted in the kitchen, you get access for drinkware and ice only, so plan to eat out.

Sleeps: One queen bed, dedicated bathroom (private room in a shared house). Sleeps up to 2 guests.

Perks: Year-round heated outdoor pool, private third-floor balcony, complimentary morning coffee, secure on-street parking, mini fridge and cable TV in the room.

Price: From $197 a night.

Location: San Francisco, California (Pacific Heights)

San Francisco’s Queen Anne Hotel is one of those ‘Oh that place? HAUNTED,’ properties. And the Victorian era hotel certainly looks the part (why it is called ‘Queen Anne’ and not ‘Queen Victoria’ is slightly confusing but we’ll stop splitting straws). Originally a Girls’ Finishing School, the place is full of gothicky, deep-hued furnishings and opportunities to, for example, take sherry in the parlor. Its otherworldly resident is said to be the former Headmistress. Better make sure you’re not misbehaving, eh?

Time Out tip: Evening tea and sherry service happens nightly in the fireplace parlor and library, complete with a baby grand piano, so time your check-in so you don't miss out on the hotel's best ritual.

Sleeps: One bedroom, one king bed, private bathroom. Sleeps 2 guests.

Perks: Complimentary continental breakfast, evening tea and sherry service, outdoor courtyard, self-parking, five-minute walk to Lafayette Park.

Price: From $281 a night.

Location: Savannah, Georgia (Landmark Historic District)

Location: Terlingua, Texas

One-up America’s most haunted Airbnbs by staying in a Texas ghost town. Once a mining boomtown, just about everyone but the ghosts have long since moved on from Terlingua. In this 100-year-old miner's casita, you’ll find a bedroom, living room, kitchen, and outdoor bathroom (a scary situation in itself). Watch for paranormal activity from the porch of this stacked limestone cabin, which luckily has lovely views of Big Bend National Park's mountains and badlands.

Location: Salem, Massachusetts (McIntire District)

It’s fitting that the town where the 17th century Salem Witch Trials took place would have plenty of historic haunted mansions. The Henry Derby House is no exception. Built for tailor Henry Derby, the 19th-century Greek Revival rental home is now owned by Phil Marchand, who grew up in the haunted home. He and others have heard footsteps from the third floor, have been startled by bumps in the night and many guests have spotted the ghost of a teenage girl with long hair.

Location: Seguin, Texas (Historic Downtown District)

Another well and truly haunted property in Texas, the Magnolia B&B has been featured on a host of spooky television series. In fact, it’s such a big presence in ghostly hotel circles, it’s even got its own book on the subject. The place itself was built in 1850 as a frontier-hotel-stagecoach-stop-saloon-restaurant-brothel (quite the multipurpose venue). The current owners really lean into its status as a place to meet those who dwell in the afterlife, giving you ample opportunities for learning lots about your spooky neighbors.

Time Out tip: Filming for social media isn’t allowed on the second floor without written permission in advance, so if you’re planning a ghost-hunting video, message the hosts before you book. For an extra $20 a person, you can also add a guided daytime tour of the downstairs and basement, which isn’t otherwise included in your stay.

Sleeps: Two bedrooms, two beds (one king, one queen), one bathroom. Sleeps 4 guests (a fifth can be added for an extra fee).

Perks: Central Park steps away, non-cooking kitchen with microwave and mini-fridge, continental breakfast included, dedicated workspace, free parking.

Price: From $206 a night.