Airbnb is one of the most popular ways to find accommodation. Over 1.5 billion stays have been booked globally, showing its prevalence in modern tourism.
It’s your responsibility as a host to ensure your property accommodates the needs of guests. Doing this enhances their experience, which will only benefit you when they leave reviews.
If you think it’s time to update the look of your Airbnb, we have a few suggestions for you to consider. Read on to find out more.
Why should I consider updating my Airbnb?
While changing the décor may require some initial investment, you’ll get a range of benefits in return. Here are some of the main ones:
- Increased guest experience leads to better reviews and ratings
- Improved booking rates
- The opportunity to raise nightly rates
- Reduced wear and tear as guests may be more careful
- More repeat stays from guests
What ideas should I incorporate into my Airbnb?
Pick a theme
Start by coming up with a theme. A good theme can help you tie a room together and incorporating it well creates a more enticing aesthetic. This could attract more guests to stay when they see your listings.
Some possible themes to choose from include:
- Beach/coastal
- Cosy mountain cabin
- Spa retreat
- Movie buffs haven
- Gamer’s paradise
- Countryside cottage
Keep it simple
The type of guests you’ll have can vary, so consider keeping the design simple. Opt for neutral tones and inject subtle luxurious features to give off a similar vibe to a hotel.
Make it functional
A functional space is a great way to keep guests happy and improve your chances of getting good reviews. You should have beds, cleaning supplies and cooking appliances available. Plus, storage is important, so invest in fitted furniture to help you get the most out of your space.
Combine this with a stylish, modern look and you can be more confident that guests will be comfortable during their stay. Be sure to advertise functional furniture and appliances on your Airbnb listing, so potential guests know they’ll have all the basics.
Add your personality
Finally, make your Airbnb your own. If you love your style and believe guests will too, use it to create a beautiful interior. Guests staying in accommodation like this may appreciate a unique style they won’t find anywhere else.
Some of the best ways to inject your personality into your Airbnb are to add photos, references to your favourite hobbies or sports teams and use your favourite colours.
Sprucing up your Airbnb is a worthwhile investment as you’ll be boosting the attractiveness of your accommodation. This may lead to more bookings, and therefore mean you can charge a more premium price.
