Airlines do have arrangements with select hotels for this purpose in all cities where they operate flights with crew staying overnight. It's actually part of their work package. If they are travelling for work, then the company pays for it.

Yes, airlines are responsible for booking and paying for hotel accommodations for flight attendants (and pilots) during any "overnight layover" away from their home base. This is a contractual obligation and a regulatory requirement to ensure crew members receive "legal rest" before their next duty period. In 2026, major carriers typically contract with well-known 4-star hotel chains like Marriott, Hilton, or IHG. For shorter layovers, the hotels are usually near the airport, while for longer layovers (over 18–24 hours), airlines often provide hotels in the city center. The airline also provides dedicated crew transportation (shuttle vans) to and from the airport. In addition to the free room, crew members receive a "per diem"—an hourly untaxed allowance paid from the time they leave their home base until they return—to cover the cost of meals. While it may seem like a "free vacation," the reality for 2026 crews is that layovers are often "minimum rest" periods of only 10 to 12 hours, meaning they rarely have time to do much more than sleep, shower, and head back to the airport.