There are many reasons that guests choose to rent an entire home rather than stay in a hotel or motel. But did you know that the hosts they rent from have to make a similar decision? In these cases the choice is between letting out their home as a managed Airbnb (i.e. with the additional support of an Airbnb management service) or choosing to go it alone.
Why might you want to run a managed Airbnb?
Put simply because a managed Airbnb is a great option for hosts who are stretched for time – for a little extra money (which can be taken from your Airbnb income) you get the support of cleaning, maintenance, and business professionals on your side that will help you both market your property and provide a great experience to your guests..
When you rent your property out as a managed Airbnb, you should be aiming to provide a full ‘home away from home’ experience. That might sound like a stretch (and one that costs a lot of money to spend – but before you begin grumbling about it, realize that because you’re providing a better experience and have true industry pros on your side, you will be getting better reviews, more bookings, and be able to charge more money per stay – thereby maximising profit and making more money!
Why do guests like managed Airbnb properties?
Access to a kitchen
A kitchen is especially important if you have a busy family and lots of kids. The kitchen that managed Airbnb’s give guests access to incentivizes them to eat healthy, which is important with all the snacks that are available in today’s world. Plus, one of the draws of rentals is being able to help out in the kitchen. If you’re a foodie on their travels, a managed Airbnb with a good kitchen is the perfect solution!
They’re private
Just by being able to use your own kitchen and bath, without the risk of housekeeping staff coming by at inopportune moments (we’ve all been there, right?) you’ll get a lot of peace of mind, not to mention all the privacy you could want.
You get a lot of space
When you rent a managed Airbnb, you often get a whole house full of rooms. You don’t have to worry about getting bored in the common areas either, since if the four walls start to close in you can go out and explore the neighbourhood.
It’s a great way to save money.
When you rent a managed Airbnb, you can still enjoy all the benefits of a home without the headache of having to book a hotel room – and with many managed Airbnb properties in urban areas, choosing a short let doesn’t mean you have to rent a car or ride the bus to get there (unlike those chain motels by the motorway). You do need to figure out how to get to the property, but you should have a lot of options!.
The good news is that you will be able to save a lot of money by making choices in where to stay. If you want to stay close to the actioni, you can look for a condo that’s right in the city centre. If you’re looking for a warmer climate, consider a managed Airbnb that is in warmer climes.
In conclusion
Once you have a better idea of when and where you want to go, it’s time to rent your managed Airbnb. Take a look over the internet and see what your options are – but when the time comes to book, don’t forget to ask your host if they’re using an Airbnb management service. In addition, as a host, don’t forget to bring an Airbnb management service on-board to manage your property – so that when prospective guests ask you the same question (perhaps even ones who have seen this very article), you can happily say yes!