• The mansion from 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' was available to rent on Airbnb in October. Courtesy Airbnb
    The mansion from 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' was available to rent on Airbnb in October. Courtesy Airbnb
  • The stays took place for one night each in Will’s wing of the decked-out mansion with access to Will’s posh bedroom and bathroom, a poolside lounge area and an elegant dining room. Courtesy Airbnb
    The stays took place for one night each in Will’s wing of the decked-out mansion with access to Will’s posh bedroom and bathroom, a poolside lounge area and an elegant dining room. Courtesy Airbnb
  • There is a clear influence of the popular '90s TV show in the decor. Courtesy Airbnb
    There is a clear influence of the popular '90s TV show in the decor. Courtesy Airbnb
  • Airbnb has said of the mansion, 'For the first time ever, local guests are invited to chill out and relax in a wing of one of television’s most iconic homes.' Courtesy Airbnb
    Airbnb has said of the mansion, 'For the first time ever, local guests are invited to chill out and relax in a wing of one of television’s most iconic homes.' Courtesy Airbnb
  • Guests at the mansion can relax poolside. Courtesy Airbnb
    Guests at the mansion can relax poolside. Courtesy Airbnb
  • Guests were virtually welcomed by DJ Jazzy Jeff, Will Smith's best friend on and off the show. Courtesy Airbnb
    Guests were virtually welcomed by DJ Jazzy Jeff, Will Smith's best friend on and off the show. Courtesy Airbnb
  • The property has an impressive collection of Air Jordans, which are available for guests to wear. Courtesy Airbnb
    The property has an impressive collection of Air Jordans, which are available for guests to wear. Courtesy Airbnb
  • In line with Covid-19 guidelines, those who requested to book had to prove Los Angeles County residency and live in the same household to minimise risk. Courtesy Airbnb
    In line with Covid-19 guidelines, those who requested to book had to prove Los Angeles County residency and live in the same household to minimise risk. Courtesy Airbnb

'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' mansion to be turned into Airbnb for five nights only


Farah Andrews
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It's been 30 years since Will Smith's Fresh Prince first pulled up to the house, around seven or eight, and sat on his throne as the Prince of Bel-Air. And now, residents of Los Angeles can check into the mansion themselves, care of Airbnb.

The Los Angeles property is still every bit as fresh as it was when the Banks family lived there with their nephew on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

Airbnb describes it as having "bold graffiti art, posh interiors, and timeless family portraits". It adds that Philly cheesesteaks will be served on silver platters to "transport guests to the lap of luxury", however, "auntie and uncle are not included".

Check into the mansion from 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'. Courtesy Airbnb
Check into the mansion from 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'. Courtesy Airbnb

From Tuesday, September 29, groups of up to two Los Angeles County residents will have the chance to book one of five nostalgic stays. They will be able to check into Will's wing of the home on October 2, 5, 8, 11 and 14. The stays cost just $30 (Dh110) a night.

Airbnb said: "The stays will take place for one night each in Will’s wing of the decked-out mansion with access to Will’s posh bedroom and bathroom, a poolside lounge area and an elegant dining room. During this royal overnight, guests will be treated to some old school fun, Big Willie Style."

It also listed out the perks of the stay to include being (virtually) welcomed to the mansion by DJ Jazzy Jeff, Smith's best friend both on and off the show.

In line with Covid-19 guidelines, anyone who books to stay at the property must prove that they live in Los Angeles County and currently live in the same household to minimise risk.

However, the opportunity to celebrate The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air doesn't just need to be for residents of Los Angeles.

DJ Jazzy Jeff will also be hosting an Airbnb Online Experience, where they can virtually learn how to DJ like him from his home studio.

The virtual experience with DJ Jazzy Jeff is available on Thursday, October 1. More information is available here, abnb.co/djjazzyjeff. Los Angeles residents can request to book the property here, airbnb.com/fresh