Jeff Brown
1. Wrong Cover Photo Your cover photo is the most important image, and is the first thing guests notice when searching for their next stay. In most cases, using a clearly-lit and attractive gathering area as a main photo works best. This heavily depends on the area, for example, beach-front properties may book better with … Read more
Ever wondered if you could make more money by converting your Airbnb listing to a mid-term rental? If you’re nodding your head in agreement, then you’re at the right place. Today, we’re diving deep into an analysis conducted by IntelliHost to understand the profitability dynamics of mid-term rentals vs. short-term rentals. But before we proceed, … Read more
When it comes to managing property bookings on platforms like Airbnb, the cancellation policy you choose can play a pivotal role. With the rise in travel and accommodations, many hosts have questioned how different policies impact their overall bookings and key funnel metrics. To provide clarity, we’ve dived deep into this topic, analyzing over 5,000 … Read more
If you’re an Airbnb host, you know how important it is to get more bookings and increase your occupancy rate. One of the ways to do that is to enable instant book on your listing. Instant book allows guests to book your property without having to wait for your approval. This can make your listing … Read more
Meet Benjamin from Lake Tahoe, California. Despite owning an incredibly beautiful property with competitive metrics in most areas, one roadblock was significantly hindering his booking rates. However, with IntelliHost’s detailed analysis and strategic suggestions, he conquered this issue and witnessed a fourfold surge in his bookings. Lets dive into his case study. PSSSST! If you … Read more
Understanding how customer reviews influence the ranking of Airbnb listings can significantly affect your success as a host. Ever wondered about the magic number of reviews that can give your property the best chance of landing on Airbnb’s first page? Well, we’ve crunched the numbers and have some fascinating insights to share. Pssst! If you … Read more
If you’re an Airbnb host looking to maximize your vacation rental income, you may be using software like AirDNA, Rabbu, or PriceLabs to analyze profitability, optimize pricing, and get industry insights. While these tools can be extremely helpful, IntelliHost is a unique and superior solution specifically for optimizing your Airbnb and increasing revenue. Here’s why … Read more
Did you know that more than 60% of bookings on Airbnb are made right on the spot? That’s right, and Airbnb claims that hosts who allow instant booking on average see a 20% increase in their bookings. But what exactly is “instant booking,” and why should you consider it for your own listing? Read on … Read more
For Airbnb hosts, It’s no secret that cleanliness is the number 1 most important factor to getting a 5 star review. And high reviews obviously increase the Airbnb’s bookings over time. To analyze the impact, we (IntelliHost) pulled average revenue by star rating to figure out how much a good cleaner impacts your bottom line. … Read more
Navigating the Airbnb search funnel can be a daunting task. With a plethora of advice available, distinguishing between solid data-backed tips and mere myths can be challenging. This post aims to demystify the guest search journey on Airbnb and highlight how IntelliHost can be your compass in optimizing each step of this journey to secure … Read more