Hotel vs Airbnb Revenue Management: Why STR Pricing Is Harder

This article discusses why pricing short-term rentals is more complex than hotel pricing, highlighting differences in product uniqueness, booking windows, and operational constraints. It also introduces practical revenue management routines for hosts to implement, focusing on daily and weekly pricing reviews, and a framework for structuring revenue management time. Finally, the article provides actionable advice for STR CEOs on strategic focus and time allocation to move their business forward.