Minimum stay requirements vary by provider and location. Many serviced apartments accept bookings for a single night, particularly those listed on Airbnb or Booking.com. Others - especially those targeting corporate travellers - may require a minimum stay of seven, thirty, or more nights.

In some UK local authority areas, short-term letting of a primary residence is subject to an annual cap. In London, for example, a property can only be let as short-term accommodation for up to 90 nights per year without planning permission, which can affect availability and minimum stay policies for certain listings. It is always worth checking the specific terms with the operator before booking, as requirements can also change seasonally.