Peek Inside Prince’s Purple Rain House, Which is Available for an Airbnb Stay

Airbnb is letting guests spend the night in the home made famous by the 1984 movie.

Believe it or not, it’s been 40 years since Prince’s Purple Rain first hit theaters. The movie, which is loosely based on the legendary performer’s rise to fame has become a pop culture phenomenon and gave us arguably one of the hottest soundtracks ever.

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Now, just in time for the film’s 40th anniversary, Airbnb, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products and the Prince Estate have teamed up to provide fans with the ultimate Purple Rain experience at the home of Prince’s character, “The Kid,” in the 1984 film.

A total of 25 one-night stays between October 26 and December 14 will be available for groups of up to four guests in the home which has been restored and updated with memorabilia and pieces from Prince’s personal collection. You and your guests can take a bath in a claw foot tub inspired by the “When Doves Cry” video, check out some of Prince’s iconic clothes and accessories and have sweet dreams in The Kid’s bedroom. And the best part – each stay will be priced at just seven dollars per person– a nod to Prince’s favorite number, of course.

Guests can request to book one night at the Purple Rain house starting October 2 at 6:00 AM PT at airbnb.com/prince through October 6 at 11:59 PM PT.

If you’re lucky enough grab one of the stays in the Purple Rain house, here’s what you can expect:

A Whole New Look for the Home the Film Made Famous

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In the film, The Kid found music as an escape from the chaos that took place in the home he shared with his parents. But that now-famous Minneapolis home has received a major glow-up and is being opened for Prince fans to explore for the first time. 

Wendy & Lisa

(Original Caption) 3/25/1985-Los Angeles, CA- Prince and members of his group accept their Oscar for Best Original Song Score for “Purple Rain.” Photo: Getty Images Bettmann

Wendy Melvoin and Lisa Coleman, who were members of Prince’s legendary band The Revolution, helped curate the experience to make the stay special for Prince fans. The even give guests what they need to have the ultimate jam session, including the instructions to play the chorus of “Purple Rain” along with pre-recorded audio of Prince.

“The Purple Rain house stands as a tribute to our dear friend Prince, the timeless character he brought to life, and the lasting impact he continues to have. We hope the space gives fans a glimpse into the eclectic world Prince created, and visitors walk away feeling a little bit closer to him as an artist and person,” they said.

The House

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The Minneapolis home that The Kid’s family lived in has been restored and will be open for the fan experience.

Classic Outfits

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Some of The Kid’s most iconic outfits are displayed behind glass inside the home.

A Shoe-Lover’s Dream

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Prince was known as much for his outfits as his music. Visitors can check out some of the shoes and accessories from his colorful collection on display around the house.

A Spa Experience

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Guests can enjoy a spa-like experience in the bathroom, which includes a claw foot tub inspired by Prince’s “When Dove’s Cry” video.

Sleep Like a Prince

You’ll have sweet dreams in this plush bedroom decked out with Prince-inspired decor.

A Purple Palace

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Velvet wallpaper, plush furniture and classic memorabilia is found throughout the home.

Prince-Inspired Decor

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The unique decor, like the furniture in this living space, will give you and your guests the perfect backdrop for plenty of social media-worthy photo ops.

A Luxurious Lounge

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This lounge space is a perfect place to hang with your friends and listen to your favorite songs on the Purple Rain soundtrack.

A Place to Play Dress Up

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You and your friends can get into the spirit of Purple Rain in a collection of ‘80s-inspired outfits.

“Purple Rain”: An Iconic Musical

Prince embraces Apollonia Kotero in a scene from the film ‘Purple Rain’, 1984. Photo: Warner Brothers

Purple Rain hit theaters on July 27, 1984. Prince played “The Kid” in the semi-autobiographical musical about his struggles to escape his abusive father and find success in the Minneapolis music scene.

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